lesson4

Question 1

data that is made meaningful to someone

Answer 1

INFORMATION

Question 2

collection or independent raw facts and figures.

Answer 2

Data

Question 3

the flow of data from the moment it is recorded until the time it becomes a usable piece of information is traced taking into consideration what is actually done on the data in the process of transforming it into information.

Answer 3

2. Data Processing Cycle

Question 4

it has superior capacity to perform computations and other functions at incredible speeds.

Answer 4

D. Electronic Data Processing

Question 5

involves the use of mechanical devices with electric motors allowing them to carry out any operation. Ex. Printers which give a permanent record.

Answer 5

C. Electromechanical Data Processing

Question 6

Desirable Qualities of Information

Answer 6

relevance
completeness
timely
accuracy
presentable

Question 7

– implies the extend use of manual labor in the processing of data. Such method is slow and relatively inaccurate and could not support the rapidly expanding information requirements.

Answer 7

A. Manual Data Processing

Question 8

involves the use of machines or devices that alter, transmit and direct applied forces. The advantages are greater computational speed

Answer 8

B. Mechanical Data Processing

Question 9

refers to a conceptual framework wherein input in the form of data or information is processed which result in the generation of an output basically in the form of information

Answer 9

The INPUT – PROCESS – OUTPUT (I-P-O) Model

Question 10

Major Phases of Data Processing Cycle

Answer 10

origin
input
processing
storage
output

Question 11

composed of a series of activities responsible for transforming data into information.

Answer 11

Data Processing