General Business Communication And Information System Past Questions

Question 6

Anything that gives a firm a lead over its rivals is called ________.

  • A. Economies of scale
  • B. Business growth
  • C. Break-even
  • D. Competitive advantage
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Question 7

Which of the following statements is true of information systems (IS)?

  • A. Despite the success of social networking, information systems have failed at improving virtual collaboration.
  • B. The ability to provide companies with competitive advantage makes IS a core feature of a company's strategic vision.
  • C. IS, although versatile, is not beneficial for government agencies or voluntary organizations.
  • D. Information systems are not a fundamental part of a company's strategic vision.
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Question 8

________ adds considerable value to information, particularly to avoid bias or spin.

  • A. Timeliness
  • B. Accuracy
  • C. Relevance
  • D. Completeness
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Question 9

Which of the following is a critical component of an information system?

  • A. Culture
  • B. Demographics
  • C. Processes
  • D. Ideas
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Question 10

Which of the following statements is true of a successful information technology team in an organization?

  • A. It uses focus groups exclusively to generate ideas rather than relying on other employees.
  • B. It works closely with the staff from other functional areas of the organization.
  • C. It discourages contributions and feedback from the users.
  • D. It uses specialized jargon in its communications with other employees.
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