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In general, the broader the filtering criteria the more likely the database report will offer the desired content.
True False |
False
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Which information system might a company use to plan future growth?
decision support system factory automation system management information system office information system |
decision support system
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What is the spread of incorrect information in a database called?
data concealment data corruption data contamination data confusion |
data contamination
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Microsoft Access is a widely used database management system for personal computers.
True False |
True
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In contrast to a flat file model, relational database models
are slower to respond because the records must be searched sequentially. consume more disk space. allow fields to be shared among all the files in the database. are simple and easy to use. |
allow fields to be shared among all the files in the database.
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Requesting information from a database involves the use of a
query language. programming language. natural programming language. database language. |
query language.
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The purpose of record locking is to ensure that
data is not stolen by unauthorized users. data is not lost in the event of a power failure. only one user at a time edits or deletes a record. there is no lag time between user request and system response. |
only one user at a time edits or deletes a record.
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In contrast to batch processing, transactional processing
occurs at a scheduled time. rearranges data all at once. takes place when a critical point has been reached. tends to be done with smaller databases. |
tends to be done with smaller databases.
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When you receive duplicate mailings from a company, the company’s database has a problem with
contamination. response time. redundancy. record locking. |
redundancy.
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A sign at the bank says that your deposit will not be posted to your account until the next business day. This delay is most likely due to
mixed batch/transactional processing. online transactional processing. batch processing. transactional processing. |
batch processing.
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What is one of the most common data types?
numeric autonumber currency date/time |
numeric
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An example of a database report generated by request is a
statement of taxes withheld from earnings. monthly checking account statement from a bank. transcript of college grades to send to a prospective employer. paycheck. |
transcript of college grades to send to a prospective employer.
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Data types must be set for
records. entities. fields. files. |
fields.
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In factory automation, CAM systems form a portion of a complete CIM system.
True False |
True
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Which company is the world’s leading supplier of information management software?
Microsoft Intel IBM Oracle |
Oracle
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Which data type allows unlimited character input?
number hyperlink text memo |
memo
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Which one of the following refers to matching data from fields in various record files?
querying data browsing file processing joining |
joining
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What is the purpose of database keys?
to back up and restore lost data to protect and safeguard the database to provide a means to search the database to unlock the database management system software |
to provide a means to search the database
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In order to be accurate, a database must be continually validated.
True False |
True
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Which one of the following databases is considered a functional database?
multimedia database object-oriented database operational database distributed database |
operational database
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What is the smallest element of data in a database?
entity field record file |
field
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A modern database is similar to which item of office furniture or equipment?
filing cabinet desk typewriter copying machine |
filing cabinet
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A popular form of hybrid database combines
relational and object-oriented data models. distributed and multimedia data models. flat file and distributed data models. object-oriented and multimedia data models. |
relational and object-oriented data models.
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What is the first step in planning a database?
designing a user-friendly interface setting up reporting capabilities finding a way to prevent erroneous data from entering the database establishing the field-record-file structure |
establishing the field-record-file structure
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Compared with noncomputerized offices, electronic offices tend to generate
no paper documents. less paper documents. more paper documents. about the same amount of paper documents. |
more paper documents.
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Which type of information system is designed to deliver products quicker, cheaper, and with fewer errors?
decision support system management information system distribution management system office information system |
distribution management system
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Microsoft founder Bill Gates is interested in developing software that
audits e-voting systems and prevents vote manipulation. streamlines delivery of books and other printed material. helps PC and Inter users to derive knowledge from information. provides the structure for household information systems. |
helps PC and Inter users to derive knowledge from information.
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Compatibility refers to the ability to link with other programs and devices.
True False |
False
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Companies want to reduce the size of their inventories because they save money on
the cost of raw materials. office personnel. shipping costs. storage costs. |
storage costs.
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How long does the support stage last?
until a new information system is proposed and developed until all users have been trained for several years until the information system is operating smoothly |
until a new information system is proposed and developed
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Which one of the following comes first in developing an information system?
Prepare a needs analysis. Develop the functional specification. Identify technical support requirements. Train the users. |
Prepare a needs analysis.
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What does a support contract specify?
which operating system will be used what the information system must be able to do when deliverables will be received who is responsible for training new users |
who is responsible for training new users
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What is a characteristic of newer information systems?
merged databases manual input compartmentalized information improved speed |
merged databases
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In contrast to computer-aided manufacturing, computer-integrated manufacturing
is a smaller information system. involves the direct use of computerized systems to manufacture products. focuses on the company as a whole. makes information available only to assembly line workers. |
focuses on the company as a whole.
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A support contract ensures that system integrators will be available for on-site troubleshooting after the new system has received final approval.
True False |
True
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Software packages that automate the design and development of an information system are called
CASE tools. expert systems. turnkey solutions. database editors. |
CASE tools.
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When does user training normally take place?
at the same time as system testing when the project team is assembled during the support stage before prototype development |
at the same time as system testing
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Which type of information system provides reports on quarterly earnings, cash flow, and other transactions to help a company improve productivity and profitability?
distribution management system office information system management information system factory automation system |
management information system
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What was the “killer application” that drove early PC sales into the millions?
games and entertainment spreadsheets database management word processing |
spreadsheets
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Which one of the following is a substep of planning an information system?
Train users. Write a design specification. Develop a prototype. Assemble a project team. |
Assemble a project team.
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Hasso Plattner is the German counterpart to
Timothy Berners-Lee. Bill Gates. Linus Torvalds. Steven Jobs. |
Bill Gates.
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Which one of the following is a type of artificial intelligence?
data modeling transactional processing expert systems online analytical processing |
expert systems
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An information system is used to store demographic data for the U.S. Census Bureau.
True False |
True
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What system would a petroleum refinery use to monitor production?
executive support system factory automation system distribution management system management support system |
factory automation system
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When did the first computerized information systems appear?
1950s 1960s 1970s 1980s |
1950s
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Which one of the following is an evolving technology for examining masses of data?
spreadsheets data modeling online analytical processing expert systems |
online analytical processing
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What is the purpose of a feasibility study?
to investigate different information systems to determine how difficult a project might be to complete to estimate how long a project will take to complete to decide which supplier would be best for the project |
to determine how difficult a project might be to complete
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An example of an information system is
an MBA. an ALS. a GPA. an ATM. |
an ATM.
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What does RAD stand for in information system technology?
reliable accessible database rare advantage development rapid application development risk advantage database |
rapid application development
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Which factory automation system combines data tracking and data modeling to give a picture of how well a factory is operating?
computer-assisted manufacturing computer-aided manufacturing statistical quality control computer-integrated manufacturing |
statistical quality control
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A major category of e-commerce is machine-to-machine (M2M) electronic commerce.
True False |
False
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A passport is a Web site that offers entry into a variety of Internet services.
True False |
False
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The supply chain is also known as a(n)
chain of command. value chain. events chain. reaction chain. |
value chain.
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Which one of the following is not part of the terms of sale?
item prices policy on transaction security shipping costs return policy |
policy on transaction security
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In the first quarter of 2006, retail e-commerce sales topped
$2.5 million. $25 million. $2.5 billion. $25 billion. |
$25 billion.
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What is a Web site called where business activities or transactions occur?
a storefront a venue a portal a virtual store |
a venue
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What is the percentage of households that is expected to bank online by 2010?
32 percent 42 percent 52 percent 62 percent |
62 percent
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What are two popular applications of peer-to-peer networking?
auctions and music distribution car- and home-buying services entertainment and fashion banking and travel services |
auctions and music distribution
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Which of the following has not been an outcome of the Napster case?
music downloads at reasonable prices widespread use of MP3 digital music compression technology free sharing of music over the Internet a ban on distributing copyrighted songs on the Internet |
free sharing of music over the Internet
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How can you tell if an online shopping site is secure?
It includes an “s” after the “http” in the URL. It displays a pop-up notice. It displays an FBI seal of approval. It shows your social security number as asterisks. |
It includes an “s” after the “http” in the URL.
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Which Internet structure uses tunneling?
virtual private network company Web site intranet extranet |
virtual private network
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Ultimately, in a free market economy a business survives only if it produces high-quality, in-demand products or services and
keeps its costs low. provides coupons free to customers. keeps detailed employee records. advertises its products in the national media. |
keeps its costs low.
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What initiates an electronic transfer of funds from a checking account to a merchant?
credit card debit card e-check digital cash |
e-check
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What is a general term that refers to any transfer of money over the Internet?
electronic funds transfer online payment transfer financial electronic data interchange electronic money exchange |
electronic funds transfer
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Encryption is the process of converting readable information into
cybertext. ciphertext. plaintext. hypertext. |
ciphertext.
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Which one of the following increases the efficiency of online shopping most significantly?
encryption keys Web browsers cookies portals |
cookies
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In B2B e-commerce, the need to depend on many outside companies to help create, market, and distribute a business’s product is called
independence. interdependence. dependence. intradependence. |
interdependence.
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Pierre Omidyar’s search for Pez dispensers led to the creation of
MySimon. eBay. Lycos. Expedia. |
eBay.
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In establishing an e-tailer Web site, an e-tailer should give highest priority to
designing pages so they download quickly. balancing use of text, graphics, color, and animation. creating links to other sites. making sure pages print correctly. |
designing pages so they download quickly.
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What is tunneling?
embedding a chip in a cell phone’s subscriber information module programming computers to communicate directly with each other using underground cables to communicate with other businesses sending data via another network’s connections |
sending data via another network’s connections
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What type of encryption software stores a user’s personal, credit card, and shipping information?
electronic wallet smart card electronic signature digital cash |
electronic wallet
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An encryption key is actually a formula that uses a code.
True False |
True
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Which one of the following is a clue that an online shopping site does not represent a legitimate business?
The URL changes as you navigate through the site. You have to log onto the site. There is no chance to change your mind before finalizing a purchase. You have to click to an information page to find detailed information about a product. |
There is no chance to change your mind before finalizing a purchase.
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What can URL-Promoter help an e-tailer do?
link with other sites register for a domain name process payments sign up with search engines |
sign up with search engines
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What is the bank’s role in the above process?
The bank decodes the customer’s financial information. The bank underwrites the customer’s order in the event she is unable to pay. The bank sends the customer money to pay for the order. The bank verifies the customer’s financial information. |
The bank verifies the customer’s financial information.
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