An Outside Supplier Used to Provide Computer and Application Support

question 99

Multiple Choice

An outside supplier used to provide computer and application support for managing an information system is known as ______.

• A) an application maintenance provider
• B) an application service provider
• C) on-demand computing
• D) utility computing

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Definitions:

Owner's Equity

The residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting liabilities, representing what the owners own outright in the company.

International Standards

Guidelines and specifications established to ensure consistency and quality in products, services, and processes worldwide.

IASB

Stands for the International Accounting Standards Board, which is an independent, private-sector body that develops and approves International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

GAAP

A set of widely adhered to accounting norms and guidelines for the preparation of financial statements, known as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.