PRC-3 · Chapter 5 · Question 23 of 74
A business is analyzing a new IS that processes data in large groups at the end of every week rather than instantly. What data processing method is this?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) Batch processing
Explanation
Batch processing involves collecting transactions over a period of time and processing them together as a single group, rather than instantly.
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