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Which statement correctly distinguishes data from information in the context of an MIS?

Data are raw, unprocessed facts and figures, while information is data processed and organised into a meaningful form that supports decisions. An MIS converts the former into the latter; the terms are not identical, and neither depends on paper or digital form.

  1. AData are raw facts and figures; information is data processed into a meaningful form useful for decisionsCorrect
  2. BData and information are identical terms with no difference
  3. CInformation is unprocessed raw input; data is the final report to managers
  4. DData exists only in paper form while information exists only in digital form

Explanation

Data are unprocessed facts such as individual sales entries; once processed, organised and given context they become information. The other options reverse or deny this standard distinction.

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