Which of the Following Illustrates the Use of Information Systems

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following illustrates the use of information systems to achieve product differentiation?

• A)A hot tub dealer's use of information systems to determine which models and options its customers are most likely to buy
• B)A shoe manufacturer's use of information systems in selling custom, made-to-order shoes directly to customers
• C)A PC manufacturer's use of information systems to facilitate direct access from suppliers to production schedules
• D)A grocery store chain's use of information systems to produce products and services at a lower price than competitors

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Definitions:

Type II Error

The mistake of failing to reject a false null hypothesis, also known as a "false negative" finding.

Dependent-Samples T-Test

A statistical test used to compare the means of two related groups, indicating if any difference between them is statistically significant.

Confidence Interval

The best estimate of the range of a population value given the sample value.

Wider Range

Describes a greater span or extent between the lowest and highest values in a data set, indicating more variability.