When Business Transactions Are Accumulated Over a Period of Time

question 55

Multiple Choice

When business transactions are accumulated over a period of time to be processed as a single unit, it is referred to as which of the following?

• A)online transaction processing
• B)real-time transaction processing
• C)batch processing
• D)enterprise resource processing

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Definitions:

Differentiation

The process by which a society or social system becomes more complex by creating specialized roles and institutions.

Functionalism

A theoretical approach in social sciences that emphasizes the social stability and equilibrium maintained through the interdependence of societal institutions.

Parsons

Refers to Talcott Parsons, an influential American sociologist known for his work on the social action theory and the development of functionalism.

Vested Interests

Veblen’s term to describe why privileged members of society resist change.