System Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the five basic components of an Information System (IS)?

• People

• Software

• Database Administrator

• Processes

What best describes the role of data in an Information System?

• A visual interface for decision-making

• The processed result of information

• Raw, unprocessed facts and figures

• Interactive applications for users

Which of these best represents the "software" component in a park’s Information System?

• Entry gate

• Ticket printer

• Visitor tracking app

• Interpretation panel

In the kitchen analogy, which component does hardware represent?

• Chefs

• Oven and tools

• Recipes

• Ingredients

What distinguishes information from data?

• Information is unstructured

• Data is always numerical

• Information has been processed and given meaning

• Data is more accurate than information

Which of the following is a correct example of an Information System in park management?

• A cleaning crew

• Manual complaint forms

• GIS mapping system

• A park ranger’s flashlight

In the kitchen analogy, which of the following represents processes in an IS?

• Ingredients

• Cooking apps

• Recipes

• Plates

Which of the following is an example of a processing device in a park information system?

• RFID tag

• Monitor

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Flash drive

What type of hardware would a ranger most likely use for on-site reporting?

• Server

• Tablet

• CCTV

• GPS

Which of the following is a storage device?

• Scanner

• USB flash drive

• Router

• Webcam