Which technique is particularly useful when the measurement quality is not strong?
a. partial least squares (PLS)
b. multidimensional scaling
c. partial correlations
d. discriminant analysis
Question 2A focus group session that is conducted over the Internet is called a(n) ____________________ focus group session.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 3Supply chain software that provides a platform for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to aggregate and organize item-related data such as item number, price, description, and weight is called
a. business intelligence tools
b. supply chain collaboration tools
c. spreadsheets and database tools
d. data synchronization tools
Question 4Which technique combines a PCA-based factor analytic approach with a least squares based regression approach?
a. partial least squares (PLS)
b. multidimensional scaling
c. partial correlations
d. discriminant analysis
Question 5The manual that outlines the topics to be discussed in a focus group session is called a(n) ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 6The term supply chain information system (SCIS) is defined as
a. software that manages the supply chain.
b. technology that has enhanced the ability of companies to pay more attention to customers.
c. information systems that automate the flow of information between a firm and its suppliers.
d. process management software that may or may not use ASP applications.
Question 7Which technique provides a means for measuring objects in a multidimensional space based on respondents' judgments of how similar different objects are?
a. partial least squares (PLS)
b. multidimensional scaling
c. partial correlations
d. discriminant analysis
Question 8An indirect method of questioning that allows a respondent to ascribe his feelings to a third-party is a(n) ____________________ technique.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 9___________ is/are a major barrier to the effective use of information technology.
a. cost
b. people
c. effective applications
d. management support
Question 10Which coefficient functions similarly to a regression coefficient in multiple regression?
a. confirmatory coefficient
b. PLS coefficient
c. moment coefficient
d. structural coefficient
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