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CPA · Question 79 · Area I: Information Systems
Which of the following is a 'Batch Processing' characteristic?
Which of the following is a 'Batch Processing' characteristic?
Answer options:
A.
Transactions are processed immediately as they occur.
B.
Transactions are grouped and processed at a scheduled time.
C.
It requires constant user interaction.
D.
It is always faster than real-time processing.
How to approach this question
Contrast Batch (Grouped/Delayed) with Real-time (Immediate).
Full Answer
B.Transactions are grouped and processed at a scheduled time.✓ Correct
Transactions are grouped and processed at a scheduled time.
Batch processing is efficient for high-volume, non-time-critical data like payroll or end-of-day banking.
Common mistakes
None usually.
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