Explanation Capabilities Can Be Added to a Decision Support System

question 17

Multiple Choice

Explanation capabilities can be added to a decision support system (DSS) by integrating it with a(n) _____.

• A)expert system
• B)artificial neural network
• C)database management library
• D)intelligent agent

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Definitions:

Gross Profit Rate

A financial metric that measures the difference between sales and the cost of goods sold, expressed as a percentage of sales.

Merchandise Inventory

The goods a company holds for the purpose of resale to customers.

Customer Refunds Payable

A liability account for estimated refunds and allowances that will be paid or granted customers in the future.

Merchandise Returns

Goods returned by the buyer to the seller, often due to defects, wrong size, or dissatisfaction.