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Answer: C

The inability to specify purpose and usage patterns is a
risk that developers need to anticipate while implementing a
decision support system (DSS). Choices A, B and D are not
risks, but characteristics of a DSS.

To share data in a multivendor network environment, it is essential to implement program-to-program communication. With respect to program-to-program communication features that can be implemented in this environment, which of the following makes implementation and maintenance difficult? A. User isolation B. Controlled remote access C. Transparent remote access D. The network environments

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During a review of the controls over the process of defining IT service levels, an IS auditor would MOST likely interview the: A. systems programmer. B. legal staff. C. business unit manager. D. application programmer.

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Assumptions while planning an IS project involve a high degree of risk because they are: A. based on known constraints. B. based on objective past data. C. a result of lack of information. D. often made by unqualified people.

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Which of the following types of transmission media provide the BEST security against unauthorized access? A. Copper wire B. Twisted pair C. Fiber-optic cables D. Coaxial cables

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Various standards have emerged to assist IS organizations in achieving an operational environment that is predictable, measurable and repeatable. The standard that provides the definition of the characteristics and the associated quality evaluation process to be used when specifying the requirements for and evaluating the quality of software products throughout their life cycle is: A. ISO 9001. B. ISO 9002. C. ISO 9126. D. ISO 9003.

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An organization has outsourced network and desktop support. Although the relationship has been reasonably successful, risks remain due to connectivity issues. Which of the following controls should FIRST be performed to assure the organization reasonably mitigates these possible risks? A. Network defense program B. Encryption/Authentication C. Adequate reporting between organizations D. Adequate definition in contractual relationship

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A LAN administrator normally would be restricted from: A. having end-user responsibilities. B. reporting to the end-user manager. C. having programming responsibilities. D. being responsible for LAN security administration.

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An organization is introducing a single sign-on (SSO) system. Under the SSO system, users will be required to enter only one user ID and password for access to all application systems. Under the SSO system, unauthorized access: A. is less likely. B. is more likely. C. will have a greater impact. D. will have a smaller impact.

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Which of the following controls would BEST detect intrusion? A. User ids and user privileges are granted through authorized procedures. B. Automatic logoff is used when a workstation is inactive for a particular period of time. C. Automatic logoff of the system after a specified number of unsuccessful attempts. D. Unsuccessful logon attempts are monitored by the security administrator.

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Which of the following is a dynamic analysis tool for the purpose of testing software modules? A. Blackbox test B. Desk checking C. Structured walk-through D. Design and code

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To meet pre-defined criteria, which of the following continuous audit techniques would BEST identify transactions to audit? A. Systems Control Audit Review File and Embedded Audit Modules (SCARF/EAM) B. Continuous and Intermittent Simulation (CIS) C. Integrated Test Facilities (ITF) D. Audit hooks

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Change control procedures to prevent scope creep during an application development project should be defined during: A. design. B. feasibility. C. implementation. D. requirements definition.

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