Case 4 Jane Works for a Business That Publishes a Monthly

question 5

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 believes that an information system that helps the business solve semi-structured problems would be beneficial. She thinks that the business should have a(n) ____.

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

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Definitions:

Contingent Decisions

Contingent decisions are decisions made based on certain conditions or situations arising, meaning they are dependent on particular events or circumstances.

Nonprogrammed Decisions

Decisions that are unique, require custom solutions, and are typically made in response to situations that are novel, unstructured, and not anticipated.

Programmed Decisions

Decisions that are routine and repetitive, often automated, and based on established policies or procedures.

Decision Rules

Guidelines or criteria used to select from among alternatives in decision-making processes, often simplifying the evaluation of options.