When implementing an application software package, which of
the following presents the GREATEST risk?
A. Uncontrolled multiple software versions
B. Source programs that are not synchronized with object code
C. Incorrectly set parameters
D. Programming errors
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Answer: C
Parameters that are not set correctly would be the greatest
concern when implementing an application software package.
The other choices, though important, are a concern of the
provider, not the organization that is implementing the
software itself.
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