Mel Says That Developments in Information Technology Have Had a Huge

question 86

Multiple Choice

Mel says that developments in information technology have had a huge impact in communication and in access to data.Marla agrees that information is important,but thinks that how it is used is even more important,and she cites the dramatic developments in online selling as an example.Which of the following is at issue between Mel and Marla?

• A) The importance of online selling is an important factor in business today
• B) Whether information technology has made a significant difference to businesses
• C) Whether businesses have been helped by online communications
• D) What the most important effect of information technology has been on business
• E) What has changed in business since the advent of the latest information technology

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