Systems Analysis Quiz

What does a systems analyst primarily do?

• Designs hardware for the system.

• Studies an existing system to identify problems and propose improvements.

• Manages daily operations of the system.

• Trains users to work with existing systems.

What is a disadvantage of using interviews for system analysis?

• They allow follow-up questions.

• Workers may feel stressed and give dishonest answers.

• They provide detailed feedback from multiple users simultaneously.

• They offer a limited understanding of the system.

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of observation?

• It gathers real-life details about system operations.

• It helps identify relationships between tasks.

• It ensures workers behave naturally while being observed.

• It provides an in-depth understanding of processes.

What is the main disadvantage of questionnaires in system analysis?

• They cannot be completed online.

• They provide too much free-text data.

• They may not fully reflect users’ opinions.

• They are always biased.

Which of the following tasks would likely be included in the analysis of the current system?

• Designing new system software.

• Identifying input and output data.

• Training employees on the new system.

• Developing marketing strategies for the system.

What might a systems analyst look for when examining existing documents?

• How data is collected and processed.

• Employees’ personal details.

• The cost of the current system.

• The design of system hardware.

Why might follow-up questions be useful during interviews?

• To make interviews shorter.

• To gather information not previously identified.

• To avoid analyzing free-text answers.

• To replace the need for other methods.

What can a diagram created during system analysis show?

• Details of employee productivity.

• Passage of data and system processes.

• System maintenance schedules.

• Hardware upgrade requirements.

Why is having a logical, enquiring mind important for a systems analyst?

• To quickly implement new systems.

• To effectively collect and analyze information about the system.

• To manage all system-related documentation.

• To ensure employees follow procedures correctly.

Which skill is essential for managing expectations and explaining technical details?

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Broad programming knowledge.

• The ability to type quickly.

• Flexible work scheduling.