A relatively new approach to supporting decision making is called automated decision systems (ADS), sometimes also known as decision automation systems (DAS). Give a definition of an ADS/DAS in simple terms?

What will be an ideal response?


In simple terms, An ADS is a rule-based system that provides a solution, usually in one functional area, to a specific repetitive managerial problem, usually in one industry.

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a. Requires that ending work in process inventory be stated in terms of equivalent units of production. b. Can be used under any cost-flow assumption. c. Does not consider the degree of completion of beginning work in process inventory when computing equivalent units of production. d. Considers the ending work in process inventory only partially complete.

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