Software Programs That Work in the Background Without Direct Human

question 43

Multiple Choice

Software programs that work in the background without direct human intervention to carry out specific, repetitive, and predictable tasks for individual users, business processes, or software applications, are called

• A) intelligent agents.
• B) intelligent techniques.
• C) business intelligence.
• D) AI hybrid systems.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the manufacturing process, including costs related to factory equipment maintenance, factory management salaries, and utilities.

Period Cost

Expenses that are not directly tied to the production process and are charged to the period in which they occur, such as selling and administrative expenses.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traceable to the manufacturing of a specific product and are significant in cost.

Workman's Compensation

Insurance that provides wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment.