Information Systems MCQs with Answers
Practice important Information Systems MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 18
Q321:
The feasibility study includes all the following areas EXCEPT:
A. Technical Feasibility
B. Economic Feasibility
C. Social Feasibility
D. Behavioral Feasibility
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 18
Q322:
The SDLC model used when feedback and prototype testing are essential at each phase is the ______.
A. Spiral Model
B. Iterative Model
C. Waterfall Model
D. V-Model
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 18
Q323:
In system design, a detailed ______ layout is required to meet the functional requirements.
A. Organizational chart
B. Screen
C. Hardware
D. System architecture
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 18
Q324:
Fill in the blank: The primary goal of ______ in SDLC is to ensure the system meets user needs and business goals.
A. analysis
B. programming
C. testing
D. design
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 18
Q325:
During the ‘Need Assessment’ phase, what is essential to define for addressing system problems?
A. Software algorithms
B. System requirements
C. User feedback
D. Data storage
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 18
Q326:
What is a key component of SDLC that ensures phase completion before moving to the next?
A. Linear steps
B. Code review
C. Management oversight
D. Project timeline
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 18
Q327:
What phase involves studying the existing system to understand task and social systems?
A. Feasibility study
B. System design
C. System analysis
D. Need assessment
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 18
Q328:
In system design, organizational ________ might need to change for system success.
A. goals
B. rules
C. hierarchy
D. structure
Correct Answer:
D
Chapter: 18
Q329:
______ feasibility in SDLC determines if the system's benefits outweigh the costs.
A. Technical
B. Behavioral
C. Economic
D. Operational
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 18
Q330:
Which model emphasizes building software in incremental builds with each build tested as a whole?
A. Iterative Model
B. Waterfall Model
C. Incremental Model
D. Prototype Model
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 18
Q331:
In system analysis, studying the company’s ______ can aid in understanding stakeholder preferences.
A. goals
B. history
C. objectives
D. leadership
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 18
Q332:
The SDLC ensures systems go through structured phases from inception to ______.
A. planning
B. testing
C. discard
D. design
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 19
Q333:
What does the diagrammatic view in system design provide?
A. A snapshot of the entire system
B. Only textual descriptions
C. Only data flow charts
D. Redundant information
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 19
Q334:
Which tool is commonly used to represent relationships in system design?
A. DFD
B. ERD
C. Both A and B
D. Flowchart
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 19
Q335:
An Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD) shows that:
A. A project must have no employees
B. An employee can work in multiple departments
C. A department has no employees
D. None of the above
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 19
Q336:
The chart of accounts is used for:
A. Accessing relevant accounts
B. Generating user reports
C. Storing transaction histories
D. None of the above
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 19
Q337:
What is the main purpose of posting transactions in a system?
A. To update the general ledger
B. To create backups
C. To delete old records
D. To generate reports
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 19
Q338:
The scope of a database indicates whether it is:
A. Open or closed
B. Local or global
C. Temporary or permanent
D. Active or inactive
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 19
Q339:
Which element is NOT part of the user interface design?
A. Hard-copy output reports
B. Database structure
C. Screen layouts
D. Graphics and color displays
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 19
Q340:
Which of the following is a phase in system design?
A. Program Development
B. Only coding activities
C. Database Maintenance
D. Only testing
Correct Answer:
C