MODEL C
1- What is the primary purpose of an information system within an
organization?
a) To store raw data
b) To process data into useful information
c) To create a physical workspace for employees
d) To replace all manual processes
2- Which of the following is a characteristic of a 'closed system'?
a) It adapts to environmental changes
b) It does not interact with its external environment
c) It is always temporary
d) It has a high level of user interaction
3- Which element is primarily responsible for processing in a Computer-Based
Information System (CBIS)?
a) Database
b) Hardware
c) Telecommunications
d) Software
4- What term describes the collection of related data stored in a structured
way for easy access?
a) Knowledge base
b) Database
c) Network
d) Hardware
5- What is the main difference between 'hard data' and 'soft data'?
a) Hard data is qualitative, while soft data is quantitative
b) Hard data is quantitative, and soft data is qualitative
c) Soft data is more reliable than hard data
d) Hard data cannot be measured
6- Why is 'accuracy' an important characteristic of information?
a) It ensures data is organized for easy retrieval
b) It prevents poor decision-making and potential financial losses
c) It simplifies the processing of data into information
d) It minimizes storage space requirements
7- Which of the following best defines a 'system'?
a) A collection of subsystems with no interactions
b) An isolated group of elements with one purpose
c) A group of components that work together to achieve a goal
d) A physical infrastructure only
8- In an information system, what is a 'subsystem'?
a) A smaller system that functions independently
b) A component that has no input/output functions
c) A smaller part of a system with its own specific purpose
d) A temporary part of the larger system
9- What does 'efficiency' in a system measure?
a) The speed of processing information
b) The quality of data storage
c) The amount produced relative to resources consumed
d) The frequency of system updates
10- In which form does 'output' typically exist in an information system?
a) Raw data
b) Processed information
c) Database entries
d) System inputs
