Question 1

Ensuring the quality of the data input to the information system is critical to ensuring quality output.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

A test for range or reasonableness works if there are only a few valid values, and it is feasible for situations in which values are not restricted and predictable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

A sequence code eliminates the possibility of assigning the same number.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

List the four objectives that a systems analyst can use to support accurate data entry.

Accepted Answer

1. Creating meaningful coding

Question 5

Which code is used to assign codes sequentially within a category?

Accepted Answer

A)  classification codes 
B)  alphabetic deviation codes 
C)  block sequence codes 
D)  cipher codes 
E)  simple sequence codes 
A)  classification codes 
B)  alphabetic deviation codes 
C)  block sequence codes 
D)  cipher codes 
E)  simple sequence codes

Question 6

In establishing a coding system, the analyst should do all except:

Accepted Answer

A)  make codes that are diversified. 
B)  keep codes concise. 
C)  keep codes uniform. 
D)  allow for modification of codes. 
E)  make codes meaningful. 
A)  make codes that are diversified. 
B)  keep codes concise. 
C)  keep codes uniform. 
D)  allow for modification of codes. 
E)  make codes meaningful.

Question 7

Value checks are performed for data that is:

Accepted Answer

A)  continuous. 
B)  discrete. 
C)  cross-referenced. 
D)  using a check digit. 
E)  stored on a master file. 
A)  continuous. 
B)  discrete. 
C)  cross-referenced. 
D)  using a check digit. 
E)  stored on a master file.

Question 8

Which code is necessary for instructing either the computer or the decision maker about what action to take?

Accepted Answer

A)  function code 
B)  mnemonic code 
C)  classification code 
D)  simple sequence code 
A)  function code 
B)  mnemonic code 
C)  classification code 
D)  simple sequence code

Question 9

When using codes in a GUI interface, they should only be selected using a check box.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What is a simple sequence code? Give an example of how this code could be used.

Accepted Answer

A simple sequence code is a number that

Question 11

A pattern that contains symbols representing the type of data that must be present in a field is called a character map.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A user enters the code directly into the terminal of a(n) ________ system or onto a source document of a batch system.

Accepted Answer

A)  online 
B)  offline 
C)  documented 
D)  paper-based 
A)  online 
B)  offline 
C)  documented 
D)  paper-based

Question 13

Which method is useful for scoring answer sheets for survey questionnaires?

Accepted Answer

A)  data strips 
B)  bar codes 
C)  punch out forms 
D)  mark sense forms 
E)  MICR 
A)  data strips 
B)  bar codes 
C)  punch out forms 
D)  mark sense forms 
E)  MICR

Question 14

Active RFID tags are much less reliable because they depend on their own power supply, which may fail.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Keep codes uniform among, as well as within, programs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

List five of the eight data entry methods mentioned in the book.

Accepted Answer

1. Keyboards
2. Bar codes
3. QR codes
4.

Question 17

One reason for revealing information through codes is to make the data entry more meaningful.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which is not a purpose for coding?

Accepted Answer

A)  keeping track of something 
B)  classifying information 
C)  concealing information 
D)  creating information 
E)  revealing information 
A)  keeping track of something 
B)  classifying information 
C)  concealing information 
D)  creating information 
E)  revealing information

Question 19

One of the disadvantages of using 2D codes is:

Accepted Answer

A)  the ease with which a printed code can be stickered over or tampered with. 
B)  that codes are readable without the use of specialized software. 
C)  the unreliability of the transponders used that may run out of power. 
D)  the minimum distance required to read the code. 
A)  the ease with which a printed code can be stickered over or tampered with. 
B)  that codes are readable without the use of specialized software. 
C)  the unreliability of the transponders used that may run out of power. 
D)  the minimum distance required to read the code.

Question 20

Any code that helps the data entry person remember how to enter the data or the end-user remember how to use the information can be considered:

Accepted Answer

A)  classification code. 
B)  significant-digit code. 
C)  mnemonic code. 
D)  block sequence code. 
A)  classification code. 
B)  significant-digit code. 
C)  mnemonic code. 
D)  block sequence code.

Ensuring the quality of the data input to the information system is critical to ensuring quality output.

A test for range or reasonableness works if there are only a few valid values, and it is feasible for situations in which values are not restricted and predictable.

A sequence code eliminates the possibility of assigning the same number.

List the four objectives that a systems analyst can use to support accurate data entry.

Which code is used to assign codes sequentially within a category?

In establishing a coding system, the analyst should do all except:

Value checks are performed for data that is:

Which code is necessary for instructing either the computer or the decision maker about what action to take?

When using codes in a GUI interface, they should only be selected using a check box.

What is a simple sequence code? Give an example of how this code could be used.

A pattern that contains symbols representing the type of data that must be present in a field is called a character map.

A user enters the code directly into the terminal of a(n) ________ system or onto a source document of a batch system.

Which method is useful for scoring answer sheets for survey questionnaires?

Active RFID tags are much less reliable because they depend on their own power supply, which may fail.

Keep codes uniform among, as well as within, programs.

List five of the eight data entry methods mentioned in the book.

One reason for revealing information through codes is to make the data entry more meaningful.

Which is not a purpose for coding?

One of the disadvantages of using 2D codes is:

Any code that helps the data entry person remember how to enter the data or the end-user remember how to use the information can be considered:

Systems, Roles, and Development Methodologies

Understanding and Modeling Organizational Systems

Project Management

Information Gathering: Interactive Methods

Information Gathering: Unobtrusive Methods

Agile Modeling, Prototyping, and Scrum

Using Data Flow Diagrams

Analyzing Systems Using Data Dictionaries

Process Specifications and Structured Decisions

Object-Oriented Systems Analysis and Design Using Uml

Designing Effective Output

Designing Effective Input

Designing Databases

Human-Computer Interaction and Ux Design

Quality Assurance and Implementation

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Exam 15: Designing Accurate Data Entry Procedures

Ensuring the quality of the data input to the information system is critical to ensuring quality output.

A test for range or reasonableness works if there are only a few valid values, and it is feasible for situations in which values are not restricted and predictable.

A sequence code eliminates the possibility of assigning the same number.

List the four objectives that a systems analyst can use to support accurate data entry.

Which code is used to assign codes sequentially within a category?

In establishing a coding system, the analyst should do all except:

Value checks are performed for data that is:

Which code is necessary for instructing either the computer or the decision maker about what action to take?

When using codes in a GUI interface, they should only be selected using a check box.

What is a simple sequence code? Give an example of how this code could be used.

A pattern that contains symbols representing the type of data that must be present in a field is called a character map.

A user enters the code directly into the terminal of a(n) ________ system or onto a source document of a batch system.

Which method is useful for scoring answer sheets for survey questionnaires?

Active RFID tags are much less reliable because they depend on their own power supply, which may fail.

Keep codes uniform among, as well as within, programs.

List five of the eight data entry methods mentioned in the book.

One reason for revealing information through codes is to make the data entry more meaningful.

Which is not a purpose for coding?

One of the disadvantages of using 2D codes is:

Any code that helps the data entry person remember how to enter the data or the end-user remember how to use the information can be considered:

Systems, Roles, and Development Methodologies

Understanding and Modeling Organizational Systems

Project Management

Information Gathering: Interactive Methods

Information Gathering: Unobtrusive Methods

Agile Modeling, Prototyping, and Scrum

Using Data Flow Diagrams

Analyzing Systems Using Data Dictionaries

Process Specifications and Structured Decisions

Object-Oriented Systems Analysis and Design Using Uml

Designing Effective Output

Designing Effective Input

Designing Databases

Human-Computer Interaction and Ux Design

Quality Assurance and Implementation

Filters