CIS 231 EXAM 1 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
After deploying several of the recommended security improvements, you suggest that
the final and most important step in protecting the organization's security perimeter is
__________ - Answer- end user education
A _____________ enables an organization to identify its vulnerabilities and potential
threats, establish a benchmark of where it is, determine where it needs to be, and
develop a plan to meet those needs. - Answer- security audit
________________ is the recognition that managers must use their judgment to ensure
that the cost of control does not exceed the system's benefits or the risks involved. -
Answer- Reasonable assurance
Many organizations employ a __________________ to help track the key performance
indicators of their security strategy. - Answer- security dashboard
Four drivers that set the information strategy and determine information system
investments include corporate strategy, technology innovations, innovative thinking, and
- Answer- business unit strategy
Three ways IS organization can be perceived by the rest of the organization that
influence IS strategy are _______________. - Answer- cost center, business partner,
and game changer
Which of the following are non-technical skills not commonly associated with an
effective Information system worker? - Answer- ability to work in a static, boring
environment where there is little change
Two potential benefits of obtaining a certification in an IS subject area are: - Answer-
new career possibilities and a potential increase in salary
What information does Gregory's team need to have on hand as they're setting prices
for each item in their company's new line of shoes? Choose all that apply. - Answer-
Perceived value of differentiating factors for his company's shoes
Competitors' prices on similar items
Current level of the market's familiarity and preference for his company's brand
, Gregory can use_______ to provide the most relevant and complete information
regarding the target market's current level of familiarity with his company's brand. -
Answer- Google
Identify which major component of the organization is being highlighted in each
scenario.
Raul pulls information from the medical billing system to generate reports that will be
forwarded to insurance companies. - Answer- Structure
Identify which major component of the organization is being highlighted in each
scenario.
Dr. Michaels reviews a patient's historical test results before meeting with her to discuss
treatment options. - Answer- People
Identify which major component of the organization is being highlighted in each
scenario.
Dr. Baggett checks the Emergency Department's tracking board to determine which
patient to see next, according to the criticality of patients' conditions and their current
wait time. - Answer- Technology
Identify which major component of the organization is being highlighted in each
scenario.
Gina transcribes notes from the doctor regarding a patient's physical examination and
adds medical codes for tracking charges to insurance companies. - Answer- Processes
Identify the type of information system most relevant to each scenario.
Shanna helps to manage updates for her company's mobile time tracking app that
employees use to report their hours worked. - Answer- Enterprise Information System
Identify the type of information system most relevant to each scenario.
Latoya's marketing team uses a web conferencing tool to host online training sessions
for her company's new hires around the country. - Answer- workgroup information
system
Four information system types based on their sphere of influence include
interorganizational, personal, enterprise, and - Answer- workgroup
Managers of the business functions most affected by a new information system have a
key responsibility to ensure that _______________. - Answer- the people, processes,
and human structure components are fully addressed
_______________ is a model used to introduce new systems into the workplace in a
manner that lowers stress, encourages teamwork, and increases the probability of a
successful implementation. - Answer- Leavitt's Diamond
ANSWERS
After deploying several of the recommended security improvements, you suggest that
the final and most important step in protecting the organization's security perimeter is
__________ - Answer- end user education
A _____________ enables an organization to identify its vulnerabilities and potential
threats, establish a benchmark of where it is, determine where it needs to be, and
develop a plan to meet those needs. - Answer- security audit
________________ is the recognition that managers must use their judgment to ensure
that the cost of control does not exceed the system's benefits or the risks involved. -
Answer- Reasonable assurance
Many organizations employ a __________________ to help track the key performance
indicators of their security strategy. - Answer- security dashboard
Four drivers that set the information strategy and determine information system
investments include corporate strategy, technology innovations, innovative thinking, and
- Answer- business unit strategy
Three ways IS organization can be perceived by the rest of the organization that
influence IS strategy are _______________. - Answer- cost center, business partner,
and game changer
Which of the following are non-technical skills not commonly associated with an
effective Information system worker? - Answer- ability to work in a static, boring
environment where there is little change
Two potential benefits of obtaining a certification in an IS subject area are: - Answer-
new career possibilities and a potential increase in salary
What information does Gregory's team need to have on hand as they're setting prices
for each item in their company's new line of shoes? Choose all that apply. - Answer-
Perceived value of differentiating factors for his company's shoes
Competitors' prices on similar items
Current level of the market's familiarity and preference for his company's brand
, Gregory can use_______ to provide the most relevant and complete information
regarding the target market's current level of familiarity with his company's brand. -
Answer- Google
Identify which major component of the organization is being highlighted in each
scenario.
Raul pulls information from the medical billing system to generate reports that will be
forwarded to insurance companies. - Answer- Structure
Identify which major component of the organization is being highlighted in each
scenario.
Dr. Michaels reviews a patient's historical test results before meeting with her to discuss
treatment options. - Answer- People
Identify which major component of the organization is being highlighted in each
scenario.
Dr. Baggett checks the Emergency Department's tracking board to determine which
patient to see next, according to the criticality of patients' conditions and their current
wait time. - Answer- Technology
Identify which major component of the organization is being highlighted in each
scenario.
Gina transcribes notes from the doctor regarding a patient's physical examination and
adds medical codes for tracking charges to insurance companies. - Answer- Processes
Identify the type of information system most relevant to each scenario.
Shanna helps to manage updates for her company's mobile time tracking app that
employees use to report their hours worked. - Answer- Enterprise Information System
Identify the type of information system most relevant to each scenario.
Latoya's marketing team uses a web conferencing tool to host online training sessions
for her company's new hires around the country. - Answer- workgroup information
system
Four information system types based on their sphere of influence include
interorganizational, personal, enterprise, and - Answer- workgroup
Managers of the business functions most affected by a new information system have a
key responsibility to ensure that _______________. - Answer- the people, processes,
and human structure components are fully addressed
_______________ is a model used to introduce new systems into the workplace in a
manner that lowers stress, encourages teamwork, and increases the probability of a
successful implementation. - Answer- Leavitt's Diamond
