The CIO at Canon Is Considering an Information System Upgrade

question 166

Multiple Choice

The CIO at Canon is considering an information system upgrade.He goes to each of the division heads to discuss their information needs and system capabilities.The CIO narrows the options,and contacts the executives again,reaching agreement before purchasing a system.Which group decision-making technique does this represent?

• A) Interacting
• B) Delphi
• C) Nominal
• D) Unilateral
• E) Task

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Definitions:

Vertical Axis

In a graph or chart, the vertical line or scale along which numerical data is plotted or measured, usually representing quantities.

Straight Line

A direct, shortest path between two points in a plane, often used in mathematics to describe linear functions.

Horizontal Axis

In a graph or chart, the x-axis, representing the independent variable or the base line for measuring.

Vertical Axis

In a graph or chart, the y-axis which typically represents the dependent variable or outcome in relation to the independent variable on the horizontal axis.