Operational and Informational Systems Are Generally Separated Because of Which

question 55

Multiple Choice

Operational and informational systems are generally separated because of which of the following factors?

• A) A data warehouse centralizes data that are scattered throughout disparate operational systems and makes them readily available for decision support applications.
• B) A properly designed data warehouse decreases value to data.
• C) A separate data warehouse increases contention for resources.
• D) Only operational systems allow SQL statements.

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Definitions:

Variable-Interval Schedule

A type of reinforcement schedule where reinforcements are provided at unpredictable time intervals, promoting steady response rates.

Postreinforcement Pause

A moment of no response or inactivity that occurs just after reinforcement in a fixed-interval schedule of reinforcement in operant conditioning.

Fixed Ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, promoting a high and steady rate of responding.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning where the intensity of a behavior is altered through rewards or penalties.