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ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CONTROLS AND PROCESSES
TURNER / WEICKGENANNT
CHAPTER 13: Data and Databases
TEST BANK – CHAPTER 13 – TRUE / FALSE
1. Data are the set of facts collected from transactions.
2. Information is the set of facts collected from transactions.
3. Information is the interpretation of data that have been processed.
4. Data must be collected to complete a transaction such as a sale.
5. Data does not need to be stored in most cases.
6. The requirements to frequently or infrequently access data are not relevant to
the way that the data is stored due to computer access speed.
7. A character is a customer, client, or vendor.
8. A character is a single letter, number, or symbol.
9. A field is a set of characters that fill a space reserved for a particular kind of
data.
10. A record is the entire set of fields for a specific entity.
11. An entire set of files is a database.
12. An entire record forms a “database.”
13. Magnetic tape is a storage medium that allows only a sequential access type of
storage.
14. Sequential access means that data are stored in sequential or chronological
order.
15. Random access means that any data item on the storage media can be directly
accessed without reading in sequence.

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16. Random access means that you are searching for specific data but do not know
where it is within the database.
17. Batch processing occurs when similar transactions are grouped into a batch and
that batch is processed as a group.
18. Real-time processing occurs when transactions are processed as soon as they
are entered.
19. Batch processing occurs when transactions are processed as soon as they are
entered.
20. Real-time processing occurs when similar transactions are grouped into a batch
and that batch is processed as a group.
21. If real-time processing is to occur, database records must be stored on random
access media.
22. Data redundancy occurs when the same customer has more than one database
record.
23. Concurrency means that all of the multiple instances of the same data are
exactly alike.
24. A record pointer identifies a specific record in a flat database.
25. A relational database stores data in two-dimensional tables that are joined in
many ways to represent many different kinds of relationships in the data.
26. Within are relational database a record may have more than one primary key.
27. SQL stands for Sequential Query Language.
28. When using a SQL query language you are restricted to searching two tables for
common values such as Vendor Name.
29. Data normalization allows repeating groups such as the same vendor name in
multiple locations of the primary key field of the same table.
30. A data warehouse is a temperature controlled building where files and records
are retained.
31. Data warehouse files are non-volatile, and not frequently updated while

operational databases are updated with each transaction that affects them.

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32. HIPs, or high-impact processes, are the critically important processes that must
be executed correctly if the organization is to survive and thrive.
33. Tools commonly used in data mining are OLAP, ROLAP, and MOLAP.
34. Data mining is the process of searching an operational database for identifiable
patterns in the data.
35. To “drill down” is the process of successive expansion of data into more detail,
going from high-level data to successively lower levels of data.
36. Because of today’s computing power and Internet accessibility, there has been a
substantial increase in the use of centralized databases and centralized
processing.
37. In distributed data processing (DDP) and distributed databases (DDB), the
processing and the databases are dispersed to different locations of the
organization.
38. In centralized data processing the processing and the databases are stored and
maintained in a central location.
39. Because of the interaction of the database expansion of a distributed database is
difficult and costly.
40. Since distributed databases are under the control of many individual sites rather
than a single, centralized site, configuration, conformity, and security are less of
an issue.
41. With a client/server system all processing is done on the server.
42. IT general controls assist in preventing unauthorized access while providing
adequate backup is the responsibility of the user.

43. Ethical issues related to data utilization are not a consideration for data
collection.
44. Since database management and information is the responsibility and asset of
the database owner customers should not have the privilege to restrict
information contained within it.
45. The organization should institute procedures to insure that all customer data
collected retains accuracy, is complete, is current, is relevant, and is reliable”.

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TEST BANK – CHAPTER 13 – MULTIPLE CHOICE

46. Data is
A. the interpretation of facts that have been processed.
B. the set of facts collected from transactions.
C. set of facts pertaining to accounts payable.
D. set of facts pertaining to accounts receivable.
47. Information is
A. the interpretation of facts that have been processed.
B. the set of facts collected from transactions.
C. set of facts pertaining to accounts payable.
D. set of facts pertaining to accounts receivable.
48. Data collected would be all but
A. name of the customer.
B. the selling company’s name.
C. the address of the customer.
D. the credit card number of the customer.
49. Examples of data collection events are
A. transactions that fill customer orders.
B. transactions to replenish inventory.
C. Neither A nor B are examples of data collection.
D. Both A and B are examples of data collection.
50. The reason that detailed data must be collected and stored is:
1. The data must be stored for future transactions or followup.
2. The data must be incorporated into the accounting system so that regular
financial statements can be prepared.
3. Management needs to examine and analyze data from transactions to
operate the organization.
A. Only 1.
B. Only 1 and 2.
C. Only 1, 2, and 3.
D. Include 1, 2, and 3 amoung other reasons.

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51. Detailed information from a sale may be used by:
1. the sales department.
2. the accounts receivable section.
3. the inventory department.
4. general ledger accountants.
5. customer service.
A. only 1, 3, and 5.
B. only by 1, 2, 3, and 5.
C. only by 1, 2, and 3.
D. only by 1, 2, 3, and 4.
52. The reasons for storing data to complete a customer sales transactions include
all but:
1. taking the order.
2. pulling the items from the warehouse.
3. shipping the items to the customer.
4. billing the customer.
5. collecting payment on the order.
5. providing feedback to the customer on the order.
6. crediting the customer account for payment.
A. 1.
B. 1 and 5.
C. 2 and 3.
D. 5.
53. The reasons to store customer names, addresses, and other similar information

include all but:
A. to follow up with the customer.
B. to create financial reports.
C. to expedite future orders.
D. to ease the customer’s follow-on ordering processes.
54. Storage media and methods of processing are:
A. sequential and random access storage with random and batch data
processing.
B. sequential and real time access storage with batch and real time data
processing.
C. batch and random access storage with random and batch data processing.
D. sequential and random access storage with batch and real time data
processing.

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55. Select the false statement from the following.
A. A character is a single letter only.
B. A field is a set of characters.
C. A field can be thought of as a column of data.
D. A record is the entire set of fields.
56. Select the true statement from the following.
A. A character is a single letter only.
B. A character is a single number only.
C. A character is a single symbol only.
D. A character is a single letter, number, or symbol.
57. A field

A. a
B. a
C. a
D. a

is:
row within a record.
column within a record.
series or collection of records.
character is a single letter, number, or symbol.

58. A record is:
A. an entire set of fields for a specific entity.
B. a series of characters.
C. a collection of files.
D. another name for a database.
59. A field is
A. an entire set of records within a file.
B. a row within a record.
C. a set of characters.
D. a set of files within a database.
60. A file is:
A. a set of characters.
B. a column within a record.
C. a row within a record.
D. a collection of related records.
61. A database is:
A. a set of characters.
B. a row within a file.
C. a collection of related records.

D. an entire set of files.

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62. Magnetic tape storage medium allows:
A. sequential access storage with random data processing.
B. random access storage with random data processing.
C. batch access storage with random data processing.
D. sequential access storage with sequential data processing.
63. Random access means:
A. all data items in the group must be read but the groups do not need to read
in order.
B. any data item can be retreived without retreiving previous records.
C. all data items must be read in the order placed into the system, not
alphabetically.
D. all data items must be read in alphabetical order, not in the order they were
placed in the system.
64. Direct access:
A. means no passwords are required to access data items in a database.
B. is the same as sequential access.
C. is the same as random access.
D. is the process used by magnetic tape storage medium.
65. (Magnetic) Disk storage is:
A. the same as magnetic tape storage.
B. sequential access.
C. random access.
D. not direct access.

66. (Magnetic) Disk storage is:
A. preferred over magnetic tape storage.
B. sequential access.
C. not random access.
D. not direct access.
67. Batch processing:
A. occurs when dissimilar transactions are grouped and processed as a group.
B. occurs when similar transactions are grouped into a batch and processed as
a group.
C. occurs when the transaction is processed as soon as it is entered.
D. would not be used for payment to vendor type transactions since they are
time sensitive.

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68. Real-time processing:
A. would not be used for payment to vendor type transactions since they are
not time sensitive.
B. occurs when similar transactions are grouped into a batch and processed as
a group.
C. would be utilized for processes such as payroll due to their time-sensitive
nature.
D. occurs when the transaction is processed as soon as it is entered.
69. Select the true statement from those provided.
A. Batch processing fails to attain the efficiency of real-time processing.
B. Real-time processing fails to attain the efficiency of batch processing.
C. Real-time processing is efficient for large groups of similar data.

D. Real-time processing has less complex audit trails.
70. Select the false statement from those provided.
A. Batch processing attains a greater efficiency than real-time processing for
large amounts of data items.
B. Batch processing has a faster response time than real-time processing due
to the grouping of like data items.
C. Batch processing should be utilized for payroll type processes as it groups
these similar data items.
D. Real-time data processing has more complex audit trails for data items than
batch processing.
71. Select the false statement from those provided.
A. Real-time processing is more complex because of the interactive nature of
data processing.
B. Real-time processing can efficiently utilize sequential storage concepts.
C. The audit trail is as complex within both real-time and batch processing
systems.
D. Control totals are difficult within real-time processing due to the lack of data
item groupings.
72. Real-time data item processing is more complex because:
A. it must utilize sequential storage medium.
B. it must group data items together before processing.
C. the slower response times indicate more systems activity.
D. there is duplication of effort in processing transactions.

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73. Batch processing of data items is less complex because:

A. entries are recorded as soon as entered, eliminating queues of data.
B. audit trails are not required as required with real-time processing.
C. the individuals doing data entry need not learn their jobs to high skill levels.
D. the individual processes are not as complex as with real-time processing.
74. Select the correct statement from those provided below.
A. Batch processing has a slow response time and must use sequential data
storage.
B. Batch processing is very efficient for large volumes of transactions while
real-time processing has a slower processing time.
C. Batch processing is complex while real-time processing is simple.
D. Data may be stored either sequentially or randomly in batch and real-time
processing.
75. Select the false statement from those provided below.
A. Data must be stored sequential order for batch processing and in random
order for real-time processing.
B. Batch processing is very efficient for large volumes of transactions while
real-time processing has a rapid processing time.
C. Batch processing is simple while real-time processing is more complex.
D. Batch processing has a slow response time and may use random order data
access.
76. Select the correct statement from those provided below.
A. If batch processing is selected due to payroll and production type
processing mandates, the entire system must be batch processing.
B. If real-time processing is selected due to sales and inventory type
processing mandates, the entire system must be real-time processing.
C. If sales and inventory are real-time, payroll and production may be batch
processing in a well designed system.
D. Because sales are frequently shipped out of warehouses, sales, inventory,
and payroll are all good candidates for batch processing concepts.
77. Data redundancy occurs:

A. when shared databases are utilized.
B. when inventory has the same data in its files as sales has in its files.
C. when customer addresses are needed by both shipping and billing.
D. in all properly designed database management systems.

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78. Concurrency:
A. provides all departments with the same data at the same time.
B. may require the same field to be updated in multiple locations.
C. is a feature of a properly designed database to protect data.
D. occurs when inventory and sales can access the same data files.
79. Select the correct statement from the following.
A. Data redundancy and concurrency are features of well designed database
management systems.
B. Data redundancy, not concurrency, are features of well designed database
management systems.
C. Concurrency not, data redundancy, are features of well designed database
management systems.
D. Data redundancy and concurrency are not features of well designed
database management systems.
80. Database management systems, DBMS, are:
A. software applications that control and protect the data.
B. are printed policies about the use and access to data.
C. systems which require each user to create his own master data file.
D. systems that allow unlimited access to the data files by all users.
81. Data reveal relationships between records. These can be thought of as:

A. one-to-one relationships.
B. one-to-one relationships only.
C. one-to-many relationships.
D. Both A and C are correct.
82. Database relationships may be:
1. one-to-one relationships.
2. one-to-one relationships only.
3. one-to-many relationships.
4. one-to-many relationships only.
5. many-to-one relationships.
6. many-to-one relationships only.
7. many-to-many relationships.
8. many-to-many relationships only.
A. 1, 3, 5, and 7 only.
B. 2 or 4 or 6 or 8 only, each is exclusive of the others.
C. 1 and 3 only.
D. 1 or 3 or 5 or 7 only, each is exclusive of the others.

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83. An example of a one-to-one relationship would be:
A. one employee, three timecards for the pay period.
B. one customer, one billing address.
C. one customer, four shipping addresses.
D. two employees, one skill set.
84. An example of a one-to-many relationship would be:
A. one employee, three timecards for the pay period.

B. one customer, one billing address.
C. one customer, one shipping invoice..
D. two employees, one skill set.
85. An example of many-to-many relationship would be:
A. one customer for one billing date.
B. multiple customers for one inventory item.
C. multiple vendors for multiple items.
D. one employee, three timecards for the pay period.
86. A flat file database:
A. has the ability to call necessary information from linked databases.
B. has two dimensions, rows and depth.
C. has only columns.
D. has two dimensions, rows and columns.
87. Processing of a flat file table is:
A. random.
B. sequential.
C. random or sequential, selectable by the user.
D. direct.
88. Flat
A.
B.
C.
D.

file records are:
kept in random order.
kept is sequential order.
linked to other records by a common attribute.
interactive and real-time processed.

89. Tables in a flat file database must:
A. must contain at least two data items at the intersection of each row and
column.
B. contain similar data throughout the row.
C. label all columns the same to maintain the relationships of the rows.
D. contain similar data in the column.

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90. Hierarchical databases are not:
A. inverted tree structures.
B. one-to-one relationships.
C. one-to-many relationships.
D. many-to-one relationships.
91. A record pointer is:
A. a column value that relates to all other values in the row.
B. a column value that points to the next address with the linked attribute.
C. is a row value that points to the next address with the linked attribute.
D. a link that is only required in one-to-many relationships.
92. Hierarchal databases:
A. are effective in retrieving records without explicit linkages.
B. are efficient in processing large volumes of transactions with explicit
linkages.
C. do not require built-in linkages, they can be created with queries.
D. do not require record pointers.
93. Network databases:
A. allow shared branches within the inverted tree structure.

B. allow creation of records without complete information.
C. are popular today because of LAN and WAN usage.
D. are very flexible because of the network access.
94. Relational databases are:
A. two-dimensional tables which can be joined in only one way.
B. three-dimensional tables allowing increased data relationships.
C. two-dimensional tables which can be joined in many ways.
D. either two- or three-dimensional as defined by the user.
95. Relational databases are:
A. many large tables linked together to associate data.
B. many large tables to isolate data within common identifiers.
C. many small tables linked by primary keys to associate data.
D. single tables with multi-dimensional characteristics – rows, columns, and
depth.
96. The
A.
B.
C.
D.

primary key of a relational database:
must be a common identifier for all of the data within the table.
must never be the first field of the table.
represents a value that is used to sort, index, and access records with.
is the password which allows unlimited access to the database.

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97. Structured query language (SQL):
A. isolates data within tables.
B. takes advantage of the primary record key to link tables.
C. is a complex language used to extract data from a limited number of tables.
D. does not allow conditions to be put on the query.
98. With structured query language (SQL):
A. one-to-one relationships can be determined.
B. one-to-many relationships can be determined.
C. many-to-one relationships can be determined.
D. All of the possibilities, A, B, and C, are correct.
99. A “Where” condition within a structured query of a relational database:
A. must be limited to a location such as “Warehouse #1.”
B. may establish a requirement where the results are equal to a specific value.
C. may establish a requirement where the results are not equal to a specific
value.
D. Both B and C are correct.
100. The additive characteristic means:
A. the linked tables are synergetic within themselves – linked they are more
powerful than alone.
B. the values in the preceding fields must total into a following field.
C. that if the preceding rules are met, the rule can be met.
D. that if the preceding rules are not met, the rule must be met.
101. Data normalization:
A. requires repeated groups to be deleted from the same row.
B. requires repeated groups to be deleted from the same column.
C. allows repeated groups if contained within the column.
D. allows repeated rows of information within two or more tables.
102. Select the correct statement from those provided.
A. The hierarchal and relational database models are both extremely flexible in

their queries.
B. The hierarchal model is better suited to queries than the relational database
model.
C. The relational database model is more flexible in its queries than the
hierarchal mode.
D. The relational database model has better processing of large volumes of
transactions.

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103. In today’s IT environment:
A. processing speed is compromised for query capability with relational
databases.
B. query capability is compromised for processing speed with relational
databases.
C. neither querying or processing speed need be compromised with relational
databases.
D. both querying and processing speed are compromised with relational
databases.
104. The
A.
B.
C.
D.

loss of transaction processing efficiency:
is substantial but a necessary trade-off with relational databases.

is minimized because of the increased computing power available.
is a primary reason why relational databases are not utilized.
Both B and C are correct.

105. Select the true statement from those provided below.
A. Managers use much the same data as operational departments to manage
the organization.
B. All users, managers, sales, production, utilize the features of a data
warehouse equally.
C. Data warehouses are isolated to protect operational information from
unauthorized access.
D. Managers require access to historical data this is generally not available to
other individuals.
106. Select the true statement from those provided below.
A. The data warehouse has five to ten years of data while the operational
database has current year data.
B. The data warehouse has current year data while the operational database
has five to ten years of data.
C. The data warehouse archives both current and long-term, five to ten years
of data, within its storage.
D. The data warehouse contains only general ledger type information while the
operational database has detail.
107. Data within the data warehouse:
A. is volatile – its release is restricted and potentially hazardous to the
organization.
B. is volatile – it may be deleted by specific users.
C. is nonvolatile – it does not change rapidly.
D. is nonvolatile – is protected against deletion.

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108. The data warehouse:
A. contains five to ten years of historical data in detail for planning and
analysis.
B. contains the current fiscal year in detail for planning, analysis, and
reporting.
C. contains the historical information needed for planning and analysis.
D. is not utilized for planning and analysis, this information is extracted from
the operational database.
109. High-impact processes (HIPs):
A. are critical to the short-term objectives of the organization.
B. are only associated with events such as sales and collections.
C. are identified and established by single-functional teams.
D. are critical to the long-term objectives of the organization.
110. High-impact processes (HIPs):
A. determine the structure of the data in the data warehouse.
B. address the short-term goals of the organization.
C. must compromise user requirements for organizational needs.
D. determine the structure of the data in the operational database.
111. Select the true statement from the following.
A. High-impact processes (HIPs) are identified by single-functional teams.
B. High-impact processes (HIPs) and user’s needs determine the data in the
data warehouse.
C. High-impact processes (HIPs) address both short-term and long-term
objectives.
D. High-impact processes (HIPs) determine the long-term strategy of the
organization.

112. Standardizing data:
A. configures all of the data from one department into a single database for
analysis.
B. configures all of the data from numerous departments into a single data
configuration.
C. is not required within relational databases.
D. requires sales to keep its own files and references apart from marketing
(example).
113. Cleansed or scrubbed data:
A. has had all viruses removed.
B. has had all fields standardized.
C. has had errors and problems fixed.
D. is data that has been stored in the data warehouse.

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114. Uploading data is:
A. putting scrubbed files into the operational database.
B. putting files from each HIP system into the operational database.
C. putting standardized files onto local desktop systems for access.
D. putting files from each HIP system into the data warehouse.
115. The
A.
B.
C.
D.

purpose of the data warehouse does not include:
giving managers rich sources of current trends and data.
storing current fiscal data and activity records.
providing sales with current customer information.
giving managers rich sources of historical trends and data.

116. Data is the data warehouse:
A. is analyzed by data mining.
B. is analzyed by SQL.
C. is analyzed by analytical processing.
D. Both A and C are correct.
117. Proper data analysis of data warehouse files:
1. improves short-term planning.
2. improves long-term planning.
3. enhances the ability to meet customer needs.
4. increase performance.
A. 1, 2, 3, and 4.
B. 2, 3, and 4.
C. 1, 3, and 4.
D. 1, 2, and 4.
118. The
A.
B.
C.
D.

various types of online analytical processing (OLAP) does not include:
MOLAP – Multidimensional online analytical processing.
NOLAP – Notational online analytical processing.
ROLAP – Relational online analytical processing.

All of the above, A, B, and C are types of OLAP systems.

119. Data mining:
A. searches for random patterns.
B. searches for patterns in the operational database.
C. results will not generally predict customer preferences.
D. analysizes past patterns to predict future events.

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120. OLAP tools include all of the following except:
A. drill down.
B. drill up.
C. pivoting.
D. time series analysis.
121. OLAP tools include all of the following except:
A. consolidation.
B. inclusion reports.
C. exception reports.
D. what if simulations.
122. Drill
A.
B.
C.
D.

down within OLAP is:

identifying trends in the comparison of data in several databases.
the aggregation or collection of similar data from several databases.
the presentation of variances from the expected in dollar value.
is the successive expansion of data as lower levels of data are exposed.

123. Potential variations in conditions that are used to understand interactions
between different parts of the business is referred to as:
A. exception reports.
B. pivoting.
C. what-if simulations.
D. time series analysis.
124. Data processing and storage:
A. must be kept centralized for control and security.
B. must be distributed for control and security.
C. can be distributed to meet organizational requirements.
D. must be kept centralized for efficient operations.
125. Select the correct statement from the following.
A. DDP and DDB require dependable and extensive processing power for large
organizations.
B. Distributed databases can only be accessed by local queries.
C. Centralized data processing and databases require dependable and
extensive processing power for large organizations.
D. The trend in data processing and databases is towards centralization due to
reliable internet access and increased computer power.

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126. Advantages of distributed databases include all except:
A. reduced hardware costs.
B. Improved responsiveness.
C. eased managerial obligations.
D. easier incremental growth.
127. Disadvantages of distributed databases include all except:
A. increased difficulty in managing the database.
B. maintaining integrity of the data.
C. easier security controls.
D. easier control of the database configuration.
128. Advantages of distributed databases include all except:
A. easier incremental growth.
B. multiple site access for processing.
C. decreased user involvement.
D. increased user control.
129. Automatic integrated backup means:
A. that each site must accomplish its own backup.
B. one site may backup sites it does not normally support.
C. if data is lost at one site it may be available from another site.
D. All of the above are correct.
130. Automatic integrated backup
A. may create problems because a single site’s data may at multiple locations.
B. may create problems because backups at multiple sites may have hardware
differences.
C. at remote sites may not all be the same configuration as the central
configuration.
D. All of the above are correct.
131. Distributed data processing and databases:
A. may require management to enforce hardware and software configuration
policies.

B. make hardware and software configuration easier as local assests can be
utilized.
C. ease security concerns as remote systems are not required to maintain
connetivity.
D. All of the above are correct.

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132. Client systems usually rely on the network for all except:
A. file sharing.
B. printing.
C. video presentation.
D. network/Internet access.
133. Select the true statement from the following:
A. Clients are usually workstations that contain data files.
B. Servers are usually less capable computing power since their function is
routing requirements to resources.
C. Servers may contain shared files and resources.
D. Servers usually do not control assets such as printers and Internet portals.
134. The three major concerns related to database control and security do not
include:
A. unauthorized access.
B. inadequate backup.
C. data integrity.
D. adequate backup.
135. Database security includes all accept:
A. password protection.

B. security tokens.
C. LAN structure.
D. firewalls.
136. Unauthorized users might include all of the following except:
A. hackers attempting to pentrate firewalls.
B. sales personnel accessing inventory files.
C. human resource managers accessing production reports.
D. payroll clerks accessing pay rate databases.
137. Ethical issues associated with data collection and storage include all of the
following except:
A. collecting only the necessary information for the transaction.
B. selling non-sensitive information only to trusted agents.
C. correcting errors in data as quickly as possible.
D. precluding unnecessary access of customer data by employees.

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138. It is
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the ethical responsibility of employees:
to review customer records not associated with their division for errors.
distribute necessary information to those without password access.
identify to management gaps or holes in data protection procedures.

to backup corporate files on their desktop systems for security.

139. A bank would consider which of the following as nonprivate information?
A. Customer name.
B. Customer address if the customer is a business.
C. Customer phone number if it is listed number.
D. All of the above, A, B, and C, are private and privileged types of
information.
140. Appropriate information for a medical facility would not include:
A. Social Security number.
B. health insurance company.
C. next of kin notification information.
D. personal spending habits.
141. The AICPA Trust Services Principles include:
A. management, notice, choice & consent, collection, use & retention,
detention, and disclosure to third parties.
B. management, choice & consent, collection, use & retention, backup, access,
disclosure to third parties, and security for privacy.
C. choice & consent, collection, use & retention, access, disclosure to third
parties, redundancy for privacy, and quality.
D. management, choice & consent, use & retention, access, disclosure to third
parties, and monitoring & enforcement.
142. The
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prevention of industrial espionage is aided by all except:
password protection and access of files and data.

smart cards.
Federal and state laws.
encryption of data.

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143. While an employee may have access to privileged information, an example of
unethical activities would be:
A. a nurse viewing the medications of the next patient.
B. a car salesman viewing the credit rating of a customer with a car in for
warranty repairs.
C. a manager reviewing the hours worked of an assigned employee.
D. a warehouseman viewing the availability of materials needed for production.
144. Proper IT controls will not:
A. prevent a hacker from penetrating the firewall.
B. prevent an unauthorized user from using the computer systems.
C. restrict employee access to any information.
D. prevent an employee from sharing his password.
145. Ethical responsibilities are:
A. shared by company employees only.
B. shared by company employees and management only.
C. shared by company employees,IT, and management only.
D. shared by all concerned including employees, customers, and management.

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TEXTBOOK – CHAPTER 13 – END OF CHAPTER QUESTIONS
146. Which of the following best describes the relationship between data and
information?
A. Data is interpreted information.
B. Information is interpreted data.
C. Data is more useful than information in decision making.
D. Data and information are not related.
147. A character is to a field as
A. water is to a pool.
B. a pool is to a swimmer.
C. a pool is to water.
D. a glass is to water.
148. Magnetic tape is a form of
A. direct access media.
B. random access media.
C. sequential access media.
D. alphabetical access media.
149. Which of the following is not an advantage of using real-time data processing?
A. Quick response time to support timely record keeping and customer
satisfaction
B. Efficiency for use with large volumes of data
C. Provides for random access of data
D. Improved accuracy due to the immediate recording of transactions

150. If a company stores data in separate files in its different departmental locations
and is able to update all files simultaneously, it would not have problems with
A. attributes.
B. data redundancy.
C. industrial espionage.
D. concurrency.
151. When the data contained in a database are stored in large, two-dimensional
tables, the database is referred to as a
A. flat file database.
B. hierarchical database.
C. network database.
D. relational database.

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152. Database management systems are categorized by the data structures they
support. In which type of database management system is the data arranged in
a series of tables?
A. Network
B. Hierarchical
C. Relational
D. Sequential
153. A company’s database contains three types of records: vendors, parts, and
purchasing. The vendor records include the vendor number, name, address, and
terms. The parts records include part numbers, name, description, and
warehouse location. Purchasing records include purchase numbers, vendor
numbers (which reference the vendor record), part numbers (which reference

the parts record), and quantity .What structure of database is being used?
A. Network
B. Hierarchical
C. Relational
D. Sequential
154. Which of the following statements is not true with regard to a relational
database?
A. It is flexible and useful for unplanned, ad hoc queries.
B. It stores data in tables.
C. It stores data in a tree formation.
D. It is maintained on direct access devices.
155. A collection of several years’ nonvolatile data used to support strategic decisionmaking is a(n)
A. operational database.
B. data warehouse.
C. data mine.
D. what-if simulation.
156. Data mining would be useful in all of the following situations except
A. identifying hidden patterns in customers’ buying habits.
B. assessing customer reactions to new products.
C. determining customers’ behavior patterns.
D. accessing customers’ payment histories.

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