The Most Appropriate Type of Computer Program to Use in Developing

question 25

Multiple Choice

The most appropriate type of computer program to use in developing a management information system is

• A) a sophisticated statistical program.
• B) a relational database program.
• C) a word processing program.
• D) a newly prepared program written especially for each facility.

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Definitions:

Normal Curve

A symmetrical, bell-shaped curve that describes the distribution of many types of data; most scores fall near the mean (about 68 percent fall within one standard deviation of it) and fewer and fewer near the extremes. Also called a normal distribution.

Standardization

Defining uniform testing procedures and meaningful scores by comparison with the performance of a pretested group.

Independent Intelligences

A theory suggesting that intelligence is not a single ability but comprises multiple independent abilities.

Specific Mental Abilities

Distinct skills or capabilities involving cognitive functions, such as memory, reasoning, or problem-solving, that vary from person to person.