Configuring system settings and user permissions MCQs on Peach Tree

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: August 1, 2024

1. What is the primary purpose of configuring system settings in Peachtree?
   a) To customize the software to align with business operations
   b) To enable multi-user access
   c) To speed up data entry
   d) To enhance graphics and interface design
   Answer: a) To customize the software to align with business operations
2. Which menu option is used to configure global system settings in Peachtree?
   a) Options menu > Global
   b) File menu > System Preferences
   c) Edit menu > System Settings
   d) Tools menu > Configuration
   Answer: a) Options menu > Global
3. What feature in Peachtree allows administrators to restrict access to certain parts of the software?
   a) User Roles and Permissions
   b) Data Encryption
   c) Audit Trail
   d) System Backup
   Answer: a) User Roles and Permissions
4. How can you ensure that sensitive financial data is only accessible to authorized users in Peachtree?
   a) By setting up user roles and configuring permissions accordingly
   b) By creating a single user account for all employees
   c) By using a generic password for all users
   d) By disabling user accounts
   Answer: a) By setting up user roles and configuring permissions accordingly
5. What is a recommended practice when configuring user permissions in Peachtree?
   a) Assign the least privilege necessary for each user role
   b) Assign full access to all users
   c) Create a single role for all users
   d) Avoid updating permissions once set
   Answer: a) Assign the least privilege necessary for each user role
6. Which Peachtree feature tracks changes and activities of users to ensure accountability?
   a) Audit Trail
   b) Data Backup
   c) User Preferences
   d) Transaction Log
   Answer: a) Audit Trail
7. How can you set up a new user in Peachtree?
   a) By navigating to Maintain menu > Users > Set Up Security
   b) By importing user data from an Excel file
   c) By running the user setup wizard
   d) By configuring user preferences
   Answer: a) By navigating to Maintain menu > Users > Set Up Security
8. What should you do if a user forgets their password in Peachtree?
   a) Reset the password through the administrator account
   b) Create a new user account
   c) Reinstall the software
   d) Share another user’s password
   Answer: a) Reset the password through the administrator account
9. Why is it important to regularly review user permissions in Peachtree?
   a) To ensure that access levels remain appropriate as roles and responsibilities change
   b) To reduce software performance issues
   c) To enhance the user interface design
   d) To automatically update the software
   Answer: a) To ensure that access levels remain appropriate as roles and responsibilities change
10. Which of the following is a key benefit of properly configured system settings and user permissions in Peachtree?
    a) Enhanced data security and operational efficiency
    b) Faster report generation
    c) Improved graphic design
    d) Simplified data entry
    Answer: a) Enhanced data security and operational efficiency

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