Question 1

In the forward chaining technique, used by the inference engine component of an expert system, the _____ condition is evaluated first.

Accepted Answer

In forward chaining, the inference engine starts with the "if" condition to evaluate the rules against the known facts or data. If the "if" condition (or premise) is met, it then proceeds to the "then" part, which specifies the action to be taken or the conclusion to be drawn.

Question 2

The _____ characteristic of an intelligent agent demonstrates its ability to learn from previous knowledge and go beyond information given previously.

Accepted Answer

Adaptability is the characteristic that enables an intelligent agent to learn from previous experiences and adapt its behavior based on that learning, thus going beyond the information previously given.

Question 3

What characteristic of a sophisticated intelligent agent demonstrates its ability to operate with minimum input?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy is the characteristic that enables an intelligent agent to operate independently with minimal human intervention or input, making decisions and performing tasks on its own.

Question 4

Which is true of case-based reasoning (CBR)?

Accepted Answer

Case-based reasoning (CBR) involves solving new problems based on the solutions of similar past problems. It does not primarily rely on if-then-else rules (as in rule-based systems) or require that each problem and its solution be stored on a global network. While cases may share descriptions or keywords to facilitate matching, the defining characteristic of CBR is its approach of matching new problems with previously solved ones to find solutions.

Question 5

In a loan evaluation expert system, the _____ states why an applicant was approved or rejected.

Accepted Answer

The explanation facility in an expert system provides users with the reasons behind the conclusions or decisions made by the system, such as why a loan application was approved or rejected.

Question 6

Data-mining agents work with a _____, detecting trends and discovering new information and relationships among data items that were not readily apparent.

Accepted Answer

Data-mining agents work with a data warehouse, where they analyze large volumes of data to detect trends, patterns, and relationships that might not be immediately obvious. This process is essential for businesses and organizations to extract valuable insights from their data.

Question 7

What can serve as search engines, site reminders, or personal surfing assistants?

Accepted Answer

Shopping and information agents can serve as search engines, site reminders, or personal surfing assistants by helping users find products or information online, reminding them of important dates or updates, and personalizing their web surfing experience based on their preferences and browsing history.

Question 8

In the backward chaining technique, used by the inference engine component of an expert system, the expert system starts with the goal, which is the _____ part, and backtracks to find the right solution.

Accepted Answer

In backward chaining, the system begins with the "then" part, or the goal/conclusion, and works backwards to determine the "if" conditions that must be satisfied to achieve that goal.

Question 9

A _____ agent can be used to perform specific tasks for a user, such as remembering information for filling out Web forms.

Accepted Answer

A personal agent is designed to perform tasks for an individual, such as managing email, scheduling appointments, or remembering information for filling out web forms.

Question 10

_____ is one of the Rs involved in design and implementation of any case-based reasoning (CBR)application.

Accepted Answer

Retain is one of the four Rs in case-based reasoning, which involves retaining useful solutions for future problem-solving.

Question 11

Which software is capable of reasoning and following rule-based processes?

Accepted Answer

Intelligent agents are software that can reason and follow rule-based processes.

Question 12

The _____ characteristic of an intelligent agent demonstrates the agent's ability to migrate from one platform to another with a minimum of human intervention.

Accepted Answer

The mobility characteristic of an intelligent agent refers to its ability to move or migrate from one platform or environment to another with minimal or no human intervention. This allows the agent to operate in different systems or networks as needed.

Question 13

In the context of the components of an expert system, a(n)_____ is similar to the model base component of a decision support system.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the context of the components of...

Question 14

In design and implementation of any _____ reasoning application, there are 4 Rs involved: retrieve, reuse, revise, and retain.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is D) case-based. In case-based reasoning applications, the process involves four key steps: retrieve (finding relevant past cases), reuse (applying information from those cases to the current problem), revise (adapting the reused information to fit the new situation), and retain (incorporating the new solution into the system for future use).

Question 15

Intelligent agents demonstrate _____, which is the ability to select problems or situations that need attention and act on them.

Accepted Answer

Reactivity is the characteristic of intelligent agents that enables them to perceive their environment and respond to changes or stimuli in a timely fashion. This involves recognizing problems or situations that require attention and taking appropriate actions in response.

Question 16

The _____ characteristic of a sophisticated intelligent agent demonstrates its ability to interact with users in a more natural language.

Accepted Answer

The humanlike interface characteristic of a sophisticated intelligent agent refers to its ability to interact with users in a more natural and intuitive way, often through natural language processing, making interactions feel more like communicating with a human.

Question 17

Intelligent agents are also known as _____.

Accepted Answer

Intelligent agents are often referred to as "bots," which is short for robots. These are software applications that perform automated tasks, often on the internet, such as data analysis, user assistance, and more.

Question 18

_____ agents usually track and report on computer equipment and network systems to predict when a system crash or failure might occur.

Accepted Answer

Monitoring and surveillance agents are designed to observe and report on the status of computer systems and networks, which includes predicting potential system crashes or failures.

Question 19

In the context of intelligent agents, a _____ displays product descriptions based on customers' previous experiences and preferences.

Accepted Answer

A virtual catalog customizes the display of product descriptions to match customers' previous experiences and preferences, making it an intelligent tool for personalizing shopping experiences.

Question 20

Which component of an expert system uses forward and backward chaining to manipulate a series of rules?

Accepted Answer

The inference engine is the component of an expert system that uses forward and backward chaining to manipulate the rules stored in the knowledge base to infer new information or make decisions.

Quiz 13: Artificial Intelligence and Automation