Which of the Following Systems Acquisition Methods Helps Clarify User

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following systems acquisition methods helps clarify user requirements, promotes genuine user participation, and may produce part of the final system?

• A) Systems development life cycle
• B) Prototyping
• C) End-user development
• D) External acquisition
• E) Component-based development

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Definitions:

Unrealized Gain

A profit that exists on paper resulting from an investment that has increased in value but has not yet been sold for cash.

Other Comprehensive Income

Revenues, expenses, gains, and losses not included in net income, but affecting shareholders' equity, like foreign currency translation adjustments.

Exposure Draft

A document issued by accounting or regulatory bodies for public comment, outlining proposed changes to accounting standards.

Contractual Cash Flows

The cash flows that are specified within the terms of a contract, especially important in the context of financial instruments.