IMST Information Systems & Technology

Question 1

Which type of information system is primarily designed to support structured, repetitive transactions at the operational level of an organization?

Accepted Answer

Transaction Processing System

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Decision Support System

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Executive Information System

Answer

Expert System

Question 2

In information systems, what does the term 'data warehouse' primarily refer to?

Accepted Answer

A subject-oriented, integrated repository designed for reporting and analysis

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A physical server room for data storage

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A real-time transactional database

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A backup system for disaster recovery

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system?

Accepted Answer

To integrate core business processes across departments into a single unified system

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To manage customer relationships only

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To provide internet connectivity across the enterprise

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To replace all legacy databases with a new schema

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a Management Information System (MIS)?

Accepted Answer

A system that provides managers with structured reports to support routine decision-making

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A system that processes raw transactions in real time

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A system used exclusively by executives for strategic planning

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A network monitoring and security tool

Question 5

What does 'system integration' mean in the context of information management?

Accepted Answer

Connecting disparate systems so they can share data and function cohesively

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Installing new hardware in a data center

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Migrating all data to a cloud provider

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Decommissioning outdated legacy applications

Question 6

Which technology layer in an information system is responsible for storing and retrieving structured data?

Accepted Answer

Data layer

Answer

Presentation layer

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Application layer

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Network layer