The Purpose of System Design Is to Answer the Question

question 54

Multiple Choice

The purpose of system design is to answer the question ____.

• A) "What hardware and software will be required to operate the new system?"
• B) "What must the information system do to solve the problem?"
• C) "How much will the new system cost and when can it be operational?"
• D) "How will the information system solve a problem?"

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Definitions:

Closed-ended Question

A question format that limits respondents’ answers to predetermined choices, typically used in surveys or interviews to facilitate easier analysis of responses.

Hypothetical Question

A question based on assumptions or hypothetical situations, used to explore outcomes or legal principles.

Closed-ended Question

A type of question formulated to receive a specific, often "yes" or "no", answer.

Active Listening

The act of listening attentively to the speaker’s message and responding by giving appropriate feedback to show that you understand what the speaker is saying. Restating the speaker’s message in your own words to confirm that you accurately interpreted what was said.