Question 1

Misty is playing with an app on her phone that shows star constellations on her screen as she pans her phone across the sky at night. Which of the following is the most accurate term for this kind of technology?

Accepted Answer

The technology that Misty is using is called Augmented Reality (AR), which overlays digital information onto the real world environment through a device such as a smartphone or tablet.

Question 2

Trinity is expanding her Minnesota-based consulting business to serve organizations across the country. She needs to meet with a new client in Oregon to discuss possibilities for an upcoming project. Later that same afternoon, she needs to discuss some challenges that have come up for a New York client's project. What app can Trinity use to help her meet the demands of her intense schedule?

Accepted Answer

Slack is a business communication platform that allows Trinity to easily communicate with clients across the country through messaging, voice calls, and video conferences. It also offers tools for file sharing and project management, making it the most suitable app for her business needs. YouTube, Instagram, and Vimeo are video-sharing and social media platforms, but do not provide the same level of business functionality as Slack.

Question 3

Alyssa purchased and installed a photo editing app on her home desktop computer. She also needs to use the app at work and wants to install a copy on her laptop. How can she determine whether this is legal?

Accepted Answer

The best option is to read the terms of the license agreement that came with the photo editing app. This will outline the specific conditions under which the app can be used and whether it can be installed on multiple devices. Consulting with a digital rights lawyer may be an option but is likely to be expensive, while asking a coworker is not a reliable method to ensure legality. Looking up copyright laws may provide general information but may not be specific to the particular software being used.

Question 4

Which of the following would you most likely have to pay for?

Accepted Answer

Upgrades typically require payment, whereas patches, service packs, and updates are often free or automatically applied to software.

Question 5

What kind of digital media is an online broadcast of a major league baseball game as it happens?

Accepted Answer

An online broadcast of a major league baseball game as it happens is best classified as live video streaming. The game is being broadcasted in real-time, and viewers can watch the game as it is happening through a live video feed.

Question 6

Darcy plugged her guitar into her Windows laptop to record her music for a video. After she's finished, what kind of file should she look for on her computer?

Accepted Answer

MP3 is a commonly used audio file format that can be easily played back on various devices and software. It is also a compressed format that can save storage space while maintaining good sound quality.

Question 7

Elliott is taking a graphic design class and wants to convert his physical images to digital files. What hardware should Elliott use to complete this task?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Elliott is taking a graphic design class...

Question 8

Denver is drawing a simple cartoon on the bottom corners of his notepad. Each page's corner shows the character in a slightly different pose, and when Denver flips through the pages, the character appears to move. The movement seems sporadic, though, and choppy. How many pages per second of animation would Denver need to draw to create a more natural appearance of movement?

Accepted Answer

The standard frame rate for animation is 24 frames per second, which creates a smooth and natural appearance of movement. Therefore, Denver would need to draw 24 pages of animation per second to achieve this effect. Choice C is the closest option to 24, making it the best choice.

Question 9

What hardware are you using when you communicate with someone on Facetime?

Accepted Answer

The hardware needed for Facetime communication is a webcam or a built-in camera on your device. Media players, video editors, and fingerprint readers are not needed for Facetime communication.

Question 10

Moshe is running late for a meeting and needs to let his coworkers know when he expects to arrive. However, Moshe lives in a state that does not allow people to hold their phones while driving. What technology can Moshe use to compose the text safely and legally?

Accepted Answer

Speech recognition technology allows Moshe to compose the text safely and legally by speaking his message aloud, without holding his phone or taking his hands off the wheel.

Question 11

Cymone is starting a new business and wants to create a consistent appearance across her business cards, letterhead, and website. What kind of graphic does she need?

Accepted Answer

A logo would be the best choice as it is a visual representation of the brand and can be used consistently on all marketing materials, including business cards, letterhead, and website. A logo can help establish brand recognition and build trust with potential customers. 3-D animation, icons, and buttons can also be used, but they may not be as versatile or memorable as a well-designed logo.

Question 12

In which of the following situations is a simulation the most useful?

Accepted Answer

Simulations are most useful in situations where real-life training or testing would be dangerous, expensive, or impractical. Landing a plane in bad weather would fall under this category, making a simulation the most useful option. The other options listed could be accomplished without the need for a simulation.

Question 13

What technology allows Alexa and Siri personal assistants to respond to questions and follow verbal instructions to perform tasks?

Accepted Answer

Alexa and Siri rely on artificial intelligence to understand and interpret natural language voice commands and respond with tailored actions. Machine learning algorithms are used to continually improve their accuracy and response over time. Real-time animation and live video streaming are not directly related to the functionality of personal assistants like Alexa and Siri.

Question 14

Aidan pays a fee every six months to use a music streaming app with no advertisements. What type of app is this?

Accepted Answer

The app that Aidan pays a fee for every six months is considered Software as a Service (SaaS) which is a software delivery model where the software is hosted on a remote server and accessed through the internet.

Question 15

What kind of technology can traffic engineers use to determine the best timing for red light cycles at an intersection of two major highways?

Accepted Answer

Machine learning would allow traffic engineers to analyze large amounts of data such as traffic volume, speed, and patterns to determine the optimal timing for red light cycles at the intersection. It would also allow for real-time adjustments based on current traffic conditions. Real-time animation, 3-D CAD software, and augmented reality are not applicable technologies for this specific traffic engineering problem.

Question 16

What is the first step in removing an app you no longer need from your computer?

Accepted Answer

The first step in removing an app you no longer need from your computer is to uninstall it. This will remove the app from your system and also remove any associated files that were installed with it. Deleting the desktop shortcut or individual files related to the app will not remove it completely from your system. Deleting all files created by the app would be difficult and time-consuming, and may also remove files that are still useful or necessary for other programs.

Question 17

Jodie is editing a music video his garage band recently recorded. The video editing program he's using won't let him make the kinds of changes he wants to the audio track. Which program will most likely do what Jodie needs?

Accepted Answer

Logic Pro X is a professional audio editing software that provides extensive tools and features for advanced audio editing and mixing. It is commonly used in the music industry and can handle complex audio editing tasks, such as changing the tempo, adding effects, and adjusting the levels. Apple iMovie and Magisto are video editing software that provide basic audio editing features, but not at the level of Logic Pro X. Instagram is a social media platform that does not offer audio editing capabilities.

Question 18

Toby needs a high-quality graphic for a background to his new website. Where can he get one legally?

Accepted Answer

Shutterstock is a stock photo and graphics website that offers high-quality images for personal and commercial use with proper licensing. It is a reliable source for legally obtaining a background graphic for a website.

Question 19

When Lexie purchased a new laptop, it came with a 30-day trial copy of Microsoft Office. After paying for the full version, what else must Lexie do to continue using the software?

Accepted Answer

After purchasing the full version of Microsoft Office, Lexie must activate the software to continue using it. This involves entering a product key or code provided with the purchase to unlock the full version. Registering the software and installing it are typically done during the initial setup process and would not need to be repeated after purchasing the full version. Uninstalling the software would remove it completely from the computer and prevent Lexie from using it at all.

Question 20

How can you ensure you can legally use images found on Google?

Accepted Answer

The best way to ensure that you can legally use images found on Google is by reading the license and following its restrictions. Each image has a different license, so it is important to read and understand it before using the image. Using the image only for school and giving credit to the source are also good practices, but they do not necessarily guarantee that you are legally allowed to use the image. Sending PayPal money to the image owner without obtaining proper permission is not a legal way to use the image.

Quiz 15: Digital Literacy and Technology