Some Systems Developers Believe That a Data Model Is the Most

question 107

Multiple Choice

Some systems developers believe that a data model is the most important part of the statement of information system requirements because:

• A)the characteristics of data captured during data modeling are crucial in the design of databases,programs,computer screens,and printed reports
• B)data rather than processes are the most complex aspects of many modern information systems and thus require a central role in structuring system requirements
• C)the characteristics about data are reasonably permanent
• D)all of the above

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Definitions:

Doubtful Accounts

Receivable accounts that may potentially become bad debts as the likelihood of collection is uncertain.

Balance Sheet

The balance sheet is a financial statement that shows a company's financial position at a specific point in time, listing assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity.

Allowance Method

Bases bad debt expense on an estimate of uncollectible accounts.

Bad Debt Expense

An expense reported on the income statement, representing the value of accounts receivable deemed non-collectible.