Organisms as Open Systems Quiz

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What attributes characterize a system according to the text?

Environment, system components, interactions

System boundary, system components, environment (correct)

System boundary, environment, system interactions

Boundary, system components, outside changes

What determines the boundary between a system and its environment in modeling?

Interactions within the system

Purpose of the study (correct)

Fundamental laws of physics

System components

In systems modeling, what are fundamental building blocks?

Environment changes

System boundary

Interactions within the system

System components (correct)

What type of equations can be used to describe the input–output relations for system components?

Difference or differential equations Signup and view all the answers

Which external factors affect a system according to the text?

Changes occurring outside the system Signup and view all the answers

What does the text consider as a system?

A living organism Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a living organism if it is separated from its surrounding environment?

It will die shortly due to lack of oxygen, water, and food. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the skin in living systems according to the text?

To act as a boundary separating the system from the environment. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two components of the interaction between an organism and its environment?

Input and output Signup and view all the answers

In a system, what typically represents a direct or indirect result of a given input?

Output Signup and view all the answers

What is an entity in the context of a system?

An object of interest in the system. Signup and view all the answers

What does an activity represent in a system?

A time period of specified length during which something is done. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of system has state variables that change only at discrete points in time?

Discrete system Signup and view all the answers

What type of system involves state variables that change continuously over time?

Solar system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a hybrid system?

Traffic lights with traffic along a road Signup and view all the answers

In which type of system do state variables encompass a larger class of systems within its structure?

Hybrid system Signup and view all the answers

Which system involves state variables changing both continuously and at discrete points in time?

Hybrid system Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a system based on the text?

An organized relationship among functioning units Signup and view all the answers

When is simulation considered an appropriate tool?

When the system is too complex to be analyzed using analytical methods Signup and view all the answers

What are the components of a system according to the text?

Interrelated components acting together towards a common goal Signup and view all the answers

Why are tellers and customers considered a system in the banking example provided?

Due to their regular interaction towards a common purpose Signup and view all the answers

In what situation would simulation not be appropriate as per the text?

When mathematical models can accurately represent the system Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention that a system can be defined as a group of objects with regular interaction?

To explain the necessity of interdependence for system functionality Signup and view all the answers

What is the state of a system defined to be?

A collection of variables necessary to describe the system at any time, relative to the study's objectives Signup and view all the answers

What type of event is the arrival of a customer in the bank study?

Exogenous event Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe activities and events within a system?

Endogenous Signup and view all the answers

In the classification of systems, what can systems be classified based on?

Time frame, type of interactions, nature, type of components, etc. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered an endogenous event in the bank study?

Completion of service of a customer Signup and view all the answers

What defines the status of a machine in a system?

Collection of variables necessary to describe the system Signup and view all the answers