Embry riddle MGT221 9.7 – Course Assessment: Final Exam

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Question 1 4 pts

What does the term information technology refer to?

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Question 2 4 pts

Define “Computer Peripherals” and give specific examples.

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Question 3 4 pts

In a few words, explain the concept of knowledge management.

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Question 4 4 pts

Give examples of common strategies of a virtual company.

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Question 5 4 pts

In a few words, define Enterprise Collaboration Systems.

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Question 6 4 pts

What are 2 of the main advantages of RAID?

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Question 7 4 pts

Define a data warehouse.

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Question 8 4 pts

Define “open systems”, and briefly mention their advantages.

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Question 9 4 pts

What is the difference between Frame-based knowledge, Object-based knowledge, and Rule-based knowledge?

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Question 10 4 pts

Define e-Commerce.

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Question 11 4 pts

In a few words, define a business model.

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Question 12 4 pts

What is CRM?

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Question 13 4 pts

Why are business end users frequently added to system development teams?

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Question 14 4 pts

What are “functional requirements”?

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Question 15 4 pts

In IT security, what is a cracker?

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Question 16 4 pts

In IT security, what is a sniffer?

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Question 17 4 pts

What health issue are commonly related to the use of information technology in the workplace?

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Question 18 4 pts

What is software piracy?

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Question 19 4 pts

What is an e-Commerce architect?

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Question 20 4 pts

How do companies apply a chargeback system?

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Question 21 2 pts

In an information system context, which one of the following would be the most applicable description of application software?

It controls and supports the operations of a computer.

None of the choices are correct.

It consists of operating instructions for people who will use an information system.

It consists of programs that direct particular processing activities.

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Question 22 2 pts

Developing a relationship with a customer such that the customer cannot afford to switch suppliers is an example of:

Locking in the customer

None of the above is correct

Monopolistic enterprise

Growth strategies

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Question 23 2 pts

The function of an output device is to:

Perform the arithmetic and logic functions required in computer processing

Store the data and program instructions needed for processing

Convert electronic information produced by the computer system into human-intelligible form for presentation to end-users

Convert data into an electronic machine-readable form for direct entry into a computer system

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Question 24 2 pts

How do you best define a network?

The usefulness or utility that comes from linking computers together

A group of individuals linked via hardware and software

Computers linked together via cabling or wireless technology

An interrelated or interconnected chain, group, or system

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Question 25 2 pts

Artificial intelligence is a science and technology based on:

Computer science

Biology and psychology

All of the choices are correct.

Linguistics and mathematics

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Question 26 2 pts

A company that enters the _______________ quadrant of a strategic positioning matrix must capitalize on a high degree of customer and competitor connectivity and use of IT.

global market penetration

cost and efficiency improvements

performance improvement in business effectiveness

product and service transformation

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Question 27 2 pts

All of the following are done during the systems investigation stage of application development, except:

Develop logical models of the current system.

Develop a project management plan and obtain management approval.

Conduct a feasibility study.

Determine how to address business opportunities and priorities.

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Question 28 2 pts

What is/are the most commonly used security technology at large companies.

Biometrics

Antivirus software

Intrusion-detection systems

Smart cards

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Question 29 2 pts

Good ergonomic design considers tools, tasks, the workstation, and _______________.

the users

the software

previous injuries

the environment

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Question 30 2 pts

The chief information officer is a(n) _______________ level IT manager.

strategic

departmental

tactical

operational