Case 4 Jane Works for a Business That Publishes a Monthly

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Multiple Choice

Case 4 Jane works for a business that publishes a monthly magazine. It is her responsibility to make sure that the business has the correct information systems to meet its needs. Jane realizes that the business needs a system to track employee hours, calculate deductions and taxes, generate paychecks, and produce data for year-end reports. Such a system is an example of a(n) ____.

• A) decision support system
• B) management information system
• C) transaction processing system
• D) expert system

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Definitions:

Congruence Corollary

A concept in psychology stating that personal growth is facilitated when there is alignment between an individual's self-image and experiences.

Fragmentation Corollary

A principle in psychology that suggests an individual's self-concept can become divided and inconsistent under stress.

Instinctive Drives

The innate impulses that guide behavior without the need for conscious thought, often related to survival and reproduction.

Need to Self-Actualize

A psychological concept referring to the motivation to realize one's own maximum potential and capabilities.