Which of the Following Is Not a Function of Functional

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a function of functional area information systems?

• A) providing information to managers in the functional areas
• B) supporting the managerial tasks of planning, organizing, and controlling operations
• C) providing information mainly in the form of reports
• D) providing data from business events to the corporate database
• E) providing analysis capabilities to middle level managers and staff

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Definitions:

Population standard deviation

A measure of the dispersion or variability within a total population.

Sample median

The midpoint value of a sample data set, where half the numbers are above the median and half are below.

Confidence interval

An extent of values, obtained via sample statistical analysis, seen as likely embracing the unknown value of a population attribute.

Random sample

A subset of individuals chosen from a larger set where each member has an equal chance of being selected.