Exam 12: Systems Analysis and Design

Which of the following phases of the systems life cycle is considered to be an ongoing activity?

In the design phase of the systems life cycle, alternative systems are analyzed for economic, physical, and operational feasibility.

Which of the following is used to show the decision rules that apply when certain conditions occur?

When evaluating alternative systems, systems designs must consider economic feasibility, _____ feasibility, and operational feasibility.

The _____ analysis method identifies the top-level components of a complex system.

An important aspect of the preliminary investigation phase is to suggest _____.

In this phase of the systems life cycle, new or alternative information systems are designed.

This is the final task in Phase 3: Systems Design.

This is the process of building a model that can be modified before the actual system is installed.

Application software for new information systems always requires having it custom-designed to meet the needs of the organization.

The systems design report presents the _____ versus the benefits.

A collection of activities and elements organized to accomplish a goal.

Periodic evaluation is part of the systems maintenance phase of the systems life cycle.

Gathering data and information in the systems analysis phase can be achieved through conducting interviews and studying documents.

An organization chart shows where the hardware is located within the organization.