The Most Important Factor in Planning for a Major Change

question 59

Multiple Choice

The most important factor in planning for a major change in a computer-based system is:

• A)The organization of the IT department
• B)The ability of the systems programmers to write appropriate software
• C)The selection of the most advanced computer equipment
• D)Giving the systems people a free hand in all changes
• E)The participation of top management in the planning process

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Definitions:

Double-stranded DNA

The normal form of DNA, consisting of two parallel strands of nucleotides wound around each other in a helix.

RNA Molecule

A nucleic acid present in all living cells. Its principal role is to act as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA for controlling the synthesis of proteins.

Ribosomes

Cellular structures that facilitate the translation of mRNA into proteins by linking amino acids together.

Ricin

A highly toxic protein derived from the seeds of the castor oil plant, Ricinus communis, used historically in bioterrorism and research.