MIS Decision Support Systems 2

Question 1

What is the key difference between structured and unstructured decisions in MIS?

Accepted Answer

Structured decisions follow defined rules; unstructured require judgment

Answer

Structured decisions follow established procedures and rules, while unstructured decisions require human judgment and creativity.

Question 2

An Executive Information System (EIS) primarily serves which level of management?

Accepted Answer

Top executive level

Answer

An EIS is designed specifically to support top-level executives with strategic information and high-level performance indicators.

Question 3

Which DSS feature allows users to work backward from a desired goal to find required inputs?

Accepted Answer

Goal-seeking analysis

Answer

Goal-seeking analysis allows users to determine what input values are needed to achieve a specific desired output or goal.

Question 4

In a DSS, the model base primarily contains:

Accepted Answer

Mathematical and analytical models

Answer

The model base in a DSS stores mathematical, statistical, and analytical models used to analyze data and support decisions.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes a semi-structured decision?

Accepted Answer

Partially routine with some judgment required

Answer

Semi-structured decisions have some established procedures but also require managerial judgment for unique aspects of the situation.

MIS - Management Information Systems Practice Test