How Does a DSS Typically Differ from an EIS

question 27

Multiple Choice

How does a DSS typically differ from an EIS?

• A)EIS requires data from external sources to support unstructured decisions where a DSS typically use internal sources to support semistructured decisions.
• B)DSS typically use external sources and EIS use internal sources to support decisions.
• C)A DSS never use external sources.
• D)EIS always use internal sources to support structured decisions.

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Definitions:

Units Finished

The quantity of completed products available for sale or distribution at the end of an accounting period.

Conversion Costs

Combined costs of direct labor and manufacturing overhead incurred to convert raw materials into finished goods.

Conversion Cost

The combined costs of direct labor and overhead expenses incurred to convert raw materials into finished products.

Equivalent Unit

A measure used in cost accounting to express the amount of work done on partially completed goods in terms of fully completed units.