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Database | Information Systems (PLS 21, Lecture)
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1Database can be classified according to?
- ANumber of users.
- BDatabase location.
- CExpect of type and extent of use.
- DAll of the above.
2Which one is not the advantage of a DBMS?
- ABetter data integration.
- BImprove data access.
- CImprove decision making.
- DMaximized data inconsistency.
3What is the difference of the data and information?
- AData are raw facts.
- BInformation is the result of processing raw data to reveal meaning.
- CInformation requires context to reveal meaning.
- DA B C (All of the above.)
4What is data?
- ARaw facts.
- BData is made up from information.
- CSomething that doesn't need to be formatted for storage and processing.
- DData is the same as information.
5A relational database consists of a collection of:
- ATables
- BFields
- CRecords
- DKeys
6What is data?
- ARaw facts
- BNeeds context
- CNot facts
- DLimited Context
7What is the definition of End-user data?
- AData about data
- BRaw facts of interest to end user
- CData about computer programs
- DData about hard drives
8What is data?
- ARaw facts such as telephone number, birthday and year-to- year.
- BA group of characters.
- CVersions of same data.
- DTransaction-oriented database systems.
9What does XML stand for?
- AExtensible markup language
- BXray markup language
- CExtra markup language
- DExcess markup language
10What is/are characteristic(s) of a spyware?
- ADoes not need to attach itself to another program
- BDestroys file
- CTrick the user into some action to activate the software on your computer
- DWatches the actions of the user and passes it to a server.
11Which one is not an advantage of a database management system (DBMS)?
- AMaximized data inconsistency
- BImproved data access
- CBetter data integration
- DIncreased end-user productivity
12Data is managed most efficiently when stored in a ...
- ADatabase
- BComputer
- CRAM
- DDrawer
13Which of the following is not an example of an advantage of a DBMS?
- AImproved data sharing
- BImproved data access
- CImproved data security
- DImprove datum's appearance
14Which one does NOT belong to the 4 rules in access?
- AWe need to double check the colour of header.
- BThe fields must have the same data type, but field names can be different.
- COne of the fields must be a primary key.
- DTables must be closed.
15Databases can be classified according to which of the following?
- ANumber of users
- BDatabase location(s)
- CExpected type and extent of use
- DAll of above
16What is data?
- ASource of information
- BBuilding blocks of information
- CGeneric information
- DPlain information
17Which of the following are NOT advantages of a DBMS?
- AImproved data sharing and security
- BBetter data integration
- CMinimized data inconsistency
- DIncreased money in our lawmakers pockets
18Which is an advantage and role of a Database Management System?
- ADBMS is the intermediary between user and database
- BDBMS enables data to be shared
- CDBMS integrates many users' view of the data
- DAll of the Above
19Which of the following is not a required software in the database system environment?
- AOperating system software
- BDBMS software
- CHardware
- DApplication programs and utility software
20What are some reasons for studying file systems?
- AComplexity of database design is easier to understand
- BUnderstanding file system problems helps to avoid problems with DBMS systems
- CKnowledge of file system is useful for converting file system to database system
- DAll of the above
21What is data?
- AInformation
- BSomething that requires context to reveal meaning
- CRaw facts
- DThe result of processing raw data to reveal meaning.
22Data must be processed in order to produce information.
- ATrue.
- BFalse.
- CIs this a trick question? Data and information are the same.
- DSometimes A, sometimes B.
23All of the following describe the advantages of Database Management Systems except:
- AImproved data security
- BImproved data sharing
- CBetter data integration
- DDecrease in productivity
24What are the 5 major parts of a database system?
- ASoftware, Procedures, Places, Data, Hardware
- BHardware, Software, People, Procedures, Data
- CData, Software, Procedures, Hardware, Planets
- DProtocol, Hardware, Software, Data, People
25What is metadata?
- AMetabolism data
- BRaw data
- CData about data
- DMetamorphic data
26What are the building blocks of information?
- AData
- BInformation
- CAtoms
- DNone of the above.
27Which of these modern settings involve data management?
- ABusiness
- BResearch
- CAdministration
- DAll of the above.
28What are databases classified by?
- ANumber of users
- BDatabase location(s)
- CExpected type and extent of use
- DAll of the above
29Which is NOT a limitations of file system data management?
- ASystem administration is complex and difficult
- BRequires extensive programming
- CSecurity features are likely inadequate
- DAnalysts must review and update file systems frequently
30What is a disadvantage of managing a database system?
- AManagement complexity
- BIncreased costs
- CMaintaining currency
- DAll of the above
31Which of the following is NOT an advantage of DBMS?
- AImproved data sharing
- BImproved data access
- CBetter data integration
- DData redundancy
32What does DBMS stand for?
- ADatabase managerial system
- BDatabase management system
- CDatabase multiple system
- DDatabase multicycle short
33What is the role and advantage of DBMS?
- AIt is the intermediary between the user and the database
- BIt enables data to be shared
- CIt integrates many users' views of the data
- DAll of the above
34What is not an advantage of database management systems?
- AImproved data sharing
- BImproved data security
- CImproved data access
- DQuicker data filtering
35Data Management is understood to focus on the proper generation, storage and retrieval of data; therefore, all of the following are significant in this process EXCEPT:
- AGood decision making is imperative for proper organization
- BAccurate information contributes to proper management
- CInformation serves to reveal meaningful and proper data
- DInformation and data have no role in data management
36What is database?
- AShared, integrated computer structure that stores a collection of end-user data and metadata
- BRaw facts of interest to end user
- CProvides description of data characteristics and relationships in data.
- DManages structure and controls access to data
37Data management focuses on?
- AProper Generation of Data
- BProper Storage of Data
- CProper Retrieval of Data
- DAll are correct
38What is End-user data?
- ARaw facts of interest to end user
- BData about data
- CBoth A & B
- DNone of the above
39Databases can be classified according to?
- ANumber of users
- BDatabase location(s)
- CExpected type and extent of use
- DAll The Above
40Which is not a limitation of file system data management?
- ARequires extensive programming
- BCan perform ad hoc queries
- CSecurity features aren’t adequate
- DDifficult to make changes to existing structures
41What is needed to make a good decision?
- AGood information
- BEfficient database
- CUnderstand file systems
- DNone of the above
42A collection of data related to a specific topic:
- ATable
- BForm
- CQuery
- DBigdata
43What is one advantage of DBMS?
- AImprove data sharing
- BImprove organization
- CIncrease more customers
44Which of the following is not a setting databases are used?
- ABusiness
- BResearch
- CAdministration
- DFor Facebook use
45Which of the following is consider a hardware?
- AExcel
- BWindows7
- CScreen
- DMicrosoft Word
46Which of the following are problems with Non-ERP Systems?
- ALong-term maintenance costs high?
- BLimits ability to engage in process reengineering
- CStrategic decision-making not supported
- DAll of them above
47What are some risks Associated with ERP Implementation?
- AChoosing the Wrong ERP
- BChoosing the Wrong Consultant
- CHigh Cost and Cost Overruns
- DAll of the above
48What are some ERP products?
- AOracle
- BPeopleSoft
- CBaan
- DAll of the above.
49Which of the following is NOT the essential stage of data warehousing process?
- AModeling data for the data warehouse
- BCleansing extracted data
- CTransforming data out of the warehouse model
- DLoading the data into the data warehouse database
50Which of the following is the problem with NON-ERP Systems?
- ALong-term maintenance costs high
- BLimits ability to engage in process reengineering
- CStrategic decision-making not supported
- DAll of the above
51What does the acronym ERP stand for?
- AEntrepreneurship Reasoning Plan
- BEnterprise Resource Planning
- CEntertainment Resource Planning
- DExcellent Ramen Place
52Where are some areas with high costs regarding Enterprise Resource Planning Systems?
- ATraining
- BTesting and Integration
- CDatabase Conversion
- DAll of the above
53Which of the following is not an essential stage of data warehousing process?
- AModeling data for the data warehouse
- BCleansing extracted data
- CLoading the data into the data warehouse database
- DPut the data on a external hard drive
54What links vendors, carriers, third-party logistics companies, and information systems providers?
- AIBM
- BRAM
- CSCM
- DROM
55What is CRM?
- AAn integrated approach to identifying, acquiring and maintaining customers.
- BThose activities supported by multi-module application software that help a company manage the important parts of its business in an integrated fashion.
- CSupports management-critical tasks through analytical investigation of complex data associations captured in data warehouses.
- DA database constructed for quick searching, retrieval, ad-hoc queries, and ease of use.
56What is ERP?
- AEnterprise Resource Planning
- BEconomic Resource Planning
- CEnvironment Resources Planning
- DEducation Resources Planning
57What is CRM?
- AAn integrated approach to identifying, acquiring and maintaining customers.
- BAllows companies to coordinate their approach across channels, departments and also geographically.
- CBoth answers above are correct.
- DNone of answer is correct.
58What to look for in CRM software:
- ABe able to integrate smoothly and flawlessly
- BMake sure the primary goal is standard in software
- CMake sure the program doesn't offer more than you need
- DAll of the above
59Which of the followings are the essential stages of the data warehousing process:
- AModeling data for the data warehouse
- BExtracting data from operational databases
- CCleansing extracted data
- DAll of above
60Reasons ERP systems are powerful tools?
- AIs a logical solution to incompatible applications.
- BAddresses global information sharing and reporting.
- CAvoids the pain and expense of fixing legacy systems.
- DAll of above.
61What does CRM stand for?
- AComputer Resource Management
- BCustomer Relationship Management
- CConsumer Relation Motives
- DConsumer Relationship Management
62Which Tier is the application layer on?
- ATier 1
- BTier 2
- CTier 3
- DTier 4
63What does ERP stand for?
- AEstimate resource planning
- BEnterprise research planning
- CEnterprise resource planning
- DEnterprise shipping planning
64Which of the following is NOT a product of ERP?
- AOracle
- BPeopleSoft
- CBaan
- DD.J. Edwards
65What is CRM?
- AAn integrated approach to identifying, acquiring and maintaining customers.
- BAllows companies to coordinate their approach across channels, departments and also geographically.
- CAn integrated approach to match consumers with workers that can help them sell their products.
- DA and B
66What are the problems with Non-ERP systems?
- AStrategic decision-making not supported.
- BLong-term maintenance costs high.
- CLimits ability to engage in process reengineering.
- DAll of the above.
67Which key features does ERP include?
- ASmooth and seamless flow of information across organizational boundaries
- BStandardized environment with shared database independent of applications and integrated applications.
- CNone of the above
- DBoth A and B
68CRM leads to all of the following benefits except:
- AHelps make call centers more efficient.
- BHelps sales staff close deals faster.
- CIncreases employees salaries.
- DSimplifies marketing and sales processes.
69Which one is not the essential stages of the data warehousing process?
- AModeling data for the data warehouse
- BExtracting data from operational databases
- CCleaning extracted data
- DDeleting the data you have
70What is one of the ERP Applications?
- ACore Applications
- BExamine Applications
- CRandom Applications
- DPlug Applications
71What is CRM?
- AA technology that allows companies to track consumer demands
- BA process that companies use to assess customer relations
- CA mindset of providing high-quality customer experiences
- DA way of attracting customers to your product
72Which is TRUE about a Data Warehouse?
- AAn ERP system could exist without having a data warehouse.
- BA database constructed for quick searching, retrieval, ad-hoc queries, and ease of use
- CA relational or multi-dimensional database that may consume hundreds of gigabytes or even terabytes of disk storage
- DAll of the Above
73Which one is the full name of IT?
- AInformal technology
- BInteresting technology
- CInformation Technology
- DIndividual Technology
74What is benefit of CRM?
- AResearch has shown that companies that create satisfied, loyal customers have more repeat business, lower customer-acquisition costs and stronger brand value.
- BWhich equals better financial performance
- CAll of above
- DNone of above
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