Information Systems Today 7th Edition by Valacich-Test Bank

Valacich Information Systems Today 7th Edition Test Bank

ISBN-10:0133940470 , ISBN-13:978-0133940473

Managing in the Digital World – Chapter 1

1) Recognize an accurate statement regarding the role of knowledge workers.

A) They utilize knowledge to execute their tasks but do not generate knowledge.

B) They produce, adjust, and/or consolidate knowledge as an essential aspect of their roles.

C) They lack the capacity to address non-routine dilemmas at work.

D) They modify knowledge crafted by others but do not formulate knowledge themselves.

E) They function in a repetitive workplace and lack creativity.

Answer:  B

AACSB:  Information technology

Difficulty:  Easy

Learning Obj.:  1.1: Outline the features of the digital world and the emergence of the Information Age.

Classification:  Concept

2) Which of the subsequent prophecies articulated by Peter Drucker is accurate?

A) Knowledge workers possess lesser negotiation power compared to employees in other sectors.

B) Knowledge workers lack valuable practical abilities.

C) Knowledge workers do not rely on formal education.

D) Knowledge workers are perpetually enhancing their job performance.

E) Knowledge workers receive lower salaries than their traditional industrial counterparts.

Answer:  D

AACSB:  Information technology

Difficulty:  Moderate

Learning Obj.:  1.1: Describe the characteristics of the digital world and the advent of the Information Age.

Classification:  Concept

3) Who initially introduced the term “knowledge worker”?

A) Peter Drucker

B) Alvin Toffler

C) Johannes Gutenberg

D) Thomas L. Friedman

E) Mark Zuckerberg

Answer:  A

AACSB:  Information technology

Difficulty:  Easy

Learning Obj.:  1.1: Elucidate the characteristics of the digital world and the onset of the Information Age.

Classification:  Concept

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