Data Flow Diagram and Flowchart Comparison

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Data flow diagram and flowchart comparison
The systems flowchart below depicts a typical appointment process for Dr. M. Ali, an internal medicine specialist. In Dr. Ali's office, a nurse also functions as a receptionist. "Vital signs" include weight, temperature and blood pressure. The "chart" is the record of all a patient's visits to the doctor. Prepare a Level Zero data flow diagram for the same process

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Definitions:

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of goods or services that a business produces.

Production

The process of creating goods or services by combining labor, materials, and technology.

Fixed Costs

Costs that do not change with the amount of goods or services produced over the short term.

Fixed Assets

Long-term tangible assets held for business use and not expected to be converted into cash in the upcoming fiscal year, such as buildings, machinery, and equipment.