The Text Classifies Information Systems as Either Operations or Management

question 43

Multiple Choice

The text classifies information systems as either operations or management support information systems. Which one of the following would not be classified as an operations support system?

• A) Transaction processing systems
• B) Process control systems
• C) Enterprise collaboration systems
• D) Decision support systems

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Definitions:

Inventory

Materials and products a business holds for the purpose of sale or production.

General Journal

The primary bookkeeping ledger where all financial transactions of a business are initially recorded, prior to being posted to specific accounts.

Credit Purchases

Transactions where goods or services are bought on credit, to be paid for at a later date.

Equipment

Tangible property (other than land or buildings) that is used in the operations of a business, such as machinery or computer hardware.