Information Technology Can Be a Time-Saving Device in a Busy

question 1

Multiple Choice

Information technology can be a time-saving device in a busy practice if it is used wisely. One way to make it a help rather than a hindrance is to:

• A) Prioritize what is needed information and avoid spending time reading "interesting" information not central to the problem at hand
• B) Integrate professional and personal searching so that the same browser does not need to be accessed repeatedly
• C) Check e-mail frequently so that patient questions can be addressed promptly
• D) Check for viruses, spyware, and malware

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Definitions:

Overhead Applied

The amount of overhead cost allocated to products or job orders based on the predetermined overhead rate, used for cost accounting purposes.

Machining Department

A specific division within a manufacturing facility where machining processes such as cutting, drilling, or milling are performed on workpieces to produce finished parts.

Overhead Rates

Ratios used to allocate indirect costs to products or services, based on a predetermined activity base such as labor hours or machine hours.

Machine-Hours

A measure of production time, referring to the total hours that machinery is operated in the manufacturing process.