IIA IIA-CIA-Part3 Exam Practice Questions (P. 4)
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Question #31
An organization uses a database management system (DBMS) as a repository for data. The DBMS, in turn, supports a number of end-user developed applications which were created using fourth-generation programming languages. Some of the applications update the database. Which of the following is the most important control related to the integrity of the data in the database?
- AEnd users have their read-only applications approved by the information systems department before accessing the database.
- BConcurrency update controls are in place.
- CEnd-user applications are developed on personal computers before being implemented on the mainframe.
- DA hierarchical database model is adopted so that multiple users can be served at the same time.
Correct Answer:
B
B
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Question #32
Which of the following is not a method for implementing a new application system?
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Question #33
One change control function that is required in client/server environments, but is not required in mainframe environments, is to ensure that:
- AProgram versions are synchronized across the network.
- BEmergency move procedures are documented and followed.
- CAppropriate users are involved in program change testing.
- DMovement from the test library to the production library is controlled.
Correct Answer:
A
A
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Question #34
A key advantage of developing a computer application by using the prototyping approach is that it:
- ADoes not require testing for user acceptance.
- BAllows applications to be portable across multiple system platforms.
- CIs less expensive since it is self-documenting.
- DBetter involves users in the design process.
Correct Answer:
D
D
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Question #35
Which of the following is a disadvantage of selecting a commercial software package rather than developing an application internally?
- ALack of flexibility.
- BIncompatibility with client/server technology.
- CEmployee resistance to change.
- DInadequate technical support.
Correct Answer:
A
A
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Question #36
A software that translates hypertext markup language (HTML) documents and allows a user to view a remote web page is called:
- AA transmission control protocol/Internet protocol (TCP/IP).
- BAn operating system.
- CA web browser.
- DA web server.
Correct Answer:
C
C
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Question #37
The first step in determining product price is:
- ADetermining the cost of the product.
- BDeveloping pricing objectives.
- CEvaluating prices set by the competitors.
- DSelecting a pricing method.
Correct Answer:
B
B
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Question #38
The activity that involves a trial run of a product in a typical segment of the market before proceeding to a national launch is referred to as:
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Question #39
Which of the following best describes the concept of relevant cost?
- AA future cost that is the same among alternatives.
- BA future cost that differs among alternatives.
- CA past cost that is the same among alternatives.
- DA past cost that differs among alternatives.
Correct Answer:
B
B
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Question #40
Which of the following statements pertaining to a market skimming pricing strategy is not true?
- AThe strategy is favored when unit costs fall with the increase in units produced.
- BThe strategy is favored when buyers are relatively insensitive to price increases.
- CThe strategy is favored when there is insufficient market capacity and competitors cannot increase market capacity.
- DThe strategy is favored when high price is perceived as high quality.
Correct Answer:
A
A
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