Question

1. very few tools are available to assist system analysts and end users in analyzing data. true false 17. periodic evaluation is part of the systems maintenance phase of the systems life cycle. true false 18. selecting the best system is the first step of the systems design phase of the systems life cycle. true false

Explanation:

1. There are numerous data - analysis tools like Excel, R, Python libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy), and specialized software such as SPSS for system analysts and end - users. So the statement is false.
2. In the system life cycle, periodic evaluation is an important part of the system maintenance phase to ensure the system is functioning well and meeting requirements. So it is true.
3. The first step in the system design phase of the system life cycle is usually defining the problem and requirements, not selecting the best system. So it is false.

Answer:

1. False
2. True
3. False