The primary characteristics used to analyze an open system include: a

QUESTION

The primary characteristics used to analyze an open system include:

a. structure, purpose, and functions.
b. sub-system, target system, and super-system.
c. boundary, attributes, and environment.
d. hierarchical, web, and hybrid.

ANSWER:

ANS: A
Using these three characteristics, one can determine why the system exists, what functions it performs to achieve its purpose, and how it is structured to achieve its purpose.

DIF: Cognitive Level: Analyze REF: p. 20