Which system component applies rules to stored knowledge to reach conclusions or recommendations?

Correct answer: D. An expert system inference engine

  • A. A transaction receipt printer
  • B. A word-processing template
  • C. A network interface card
  • D. An expert system inference engine

Explanation

An inference engine applies logical rules to facts in a knowledge base and produces conclusions or recommendations. The other options support document creation, networking, or output rather than expert reasoning.

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