Which of the following statements is (are) true? (Check all that apply.) correct answers Most
systems are composed of smaller subsystems, each designed to achieve one or more
organizational goals, which support a larger system. There are limits to the amount of
information the human mind can absorb and process. Information costs and benefits can be
difficult to quantify.
Which of the following statements is (are) true? (Check all that apply.) correct answers
Information system designers use information technology to help decision makers more
effectively filter and condense information. Benefits of information include reduced
uncertainty, improved decisions, and improved ability to plan and schedule activities
Which of the following statements is (are) true? (Check all that apply.) correct answers
Businesses need to collect data about activities that take place, the resources affected by the
activities, and the people who participate in the activity. A system is a set of two or more
interrelated components that interact to achieve a goal. It is difficult to determine the value of
information before it has been produced and utilized.
Data is most useful when ______. correct answers it is in machine-readable format.
Which of the following are characteristics of useful information? correct answers Accurate,
Reputable
In which business cycle are goods shipped to a customer? correct answers Revenue Cycle
A set of related activities that help accomplish a specific organizational goal is called a(n):
correct answers Business Process
Most organizations engage in a small number of a pair of activities that happen many times.
These are called: correct answers Give-Get Exchanges
Receiving and storing inventory is an activity in which transaction cycle? correct answers
Expenditure
Which of the following statements is (are) true? (Check all that apply.) correct answers All
organizations need information in order to make effective decisions. A transaction is an
agreement between two entities to exchange goods or services. In most cycles, companies
repeatedly process a few related transactions, such as buying or selling goods.
An AIS is composed of people, procedures and instructions, data, software, technology
infrastructure, and controls. These six components enable an AIS to fulfill which of the
following important business functions? correct answers Provide the controls needed to
safeguard an organization's assets and data. Collect and store data about the organization's
activities, resources, and personnel. Transform data into information so management can
plan, execute, control, and evaluate activities, resources, and personnel.
Which of the following statements is (are) true? (Check all that apply.) correct answers A
well-designed AIS can add value to an organization by improving product quality, improving
efficiency, and sharing knowledge. An AIS can help improve decision making by providing