Question 1

Employees who reveal wrongdoing within an organization to the public or to authorities are referred to as whistle-blowers.

Accepted Answer

Whistle-blowers are employees who report unethical or illegal activities within their organization to the public or authorities.

Question 2

Requiring proof of age at delivery is required by law in some states for certain types of shipments.

Accepted Answer

Certain types of shipments, such as tobacco or alcohol, require proof of age at delivery in some states to comply with the law.

Question 3

Extensive mouse use has also been associated with CVS.

Accepted Answer

CVS, or Computer Vision Syndrome, is primarily associated with prolonged computer screen use, not specifically the use of a mouse. It involves eye strain, headaches, blurred vision, dry eyes, and neck and shoulder pain due to long periods of looking at a computer or digital device screen.

Question 4

Braille printers print embossed output in Braille format on paper.

Accepted Answer

Braille printers do indeed print embossed output in Braille format on paper.

Question 5

Some human resources departments view college degrees from online diploma mills or other nonaccredited organizations as another form of digital manipulation.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

The ongoing battle to stay current with changing technology creates stress for many individuals.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The fast-paced evolution of technology can be overwhelming for some people, leading to stress and anxiety about keeping up with new developments.

Question 7

Pirated copies of movies are often created today by videotaping them with a camcorder during a prerelease screening or on the opening day of a movie.

Accepted Answer

This is a common method of creating pirated copies of movies.

Question 8

In general,according to recent reports by the Pew Internet & American Life Project,individuals with a lower level of income or a lower level of education are more likely to go online.

Accepted Answer

Recent reports by the Pew Internet & American Life Project indicate that individuals with higher levels of income and education are more likely to use the internet. This trend is consistent with the digital divide, where access to and usage of the internet can be influenced by socioeconomic factors.

Question 9

The MPAA recently began pursuing civil litigation against movie pirates.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) is known for cracking down on pirated movies and has been known to pursue civil litigation against movie pirates in the past.

Question 10

DRM software is used to control the use of a work.

Accepted Answer

DRM (Digital Rights Management) software is designed to control the use and distribution of digital content, such as software, music, videos, and ebooks. Its main purpose is to prevent unauthorized access, copying, and sharing of copyrighted material.

Question 11

To present someone else's work as your own is plagiarism,which is both a violation of patent law and an unethical act.

Accepted Answer

Plagiarism is in fact a violation of patent law and an unethical act, as it involves presenting someone else's work as your own.

Question 12

Use a light touch on the keyboard to prevent backache.

Accepted Answer

Using a light touch on the keyboard primarily helps prevent strain on the fingers and wrists, not backache. Backache is more often related to overall posture and ergonomics, such as chair height, desk setup, and how one sits while typing.

Question 13

In some countries,bootleg copies of music CDs and movie DVDs are sold openly.

Accepted Answer

This is true in some countries where copyright laws may not be enforced or may be difficult to enforce, leading to widespread sale of bootleg copies of music CDs and movie DVDs.

Question 14

Although registration is not required for copyright protection,it does offer an advantage if the need to prove ownership of a copyright ever arises,such as during a copyright-infringement lawsuit.

Accepted Answer

Although registration is not required for copyright protection, it provides tangible evidence of ownership that can be useful in legal proceedings. Therefore, it does offer an advantage if the need to prove ownership of a copyright ever arises, such as during a copyright-infringement lawsuit.

Question 15

The scandals,such as the ones surrounding executives at Enron,Tyco International,and WorldCom,involved lies,fraud,deception,and other illegal and unethical behavior.

Accepted Answer

These scandals did involve lies, fraud, deception, and other illegal and unethical behavior.

Question 16

Ethics with respect to the use of computers are referred to as bit ethics.

Accepted Answer

Ethics with respect to the use of computers are referred to as computer ethics, not bit ethics.

Question 17

Efficiently managing your incoming e-mail is a way to avoid computer/Internet addiction.

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Question 18

Research has shown that having an academic honor code does not effectively reduce cheating.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that academic honor codes, when properly implemented and integrated into the culture of an institution, can be effective in reducing instances of cheating among students. Honor codes that promote a sense of integrity and responsibility can lead to a decrease in academic dishonesty.

Question 19

Proper placement and adjustment of furniture are not determinant when evaluating a workspace from an ergonomic perspective.

Accepted Answer

Proper placement and adjustment of furniture are crucial when evaluating a workspace from an ergonomic perspective. The arrangement of furniture such as chairs, desks, and computer monitors should be designed to minimize strain on the body and promote good posture. Failure to properly adjust furniture can lead to musculoskeletal disorders and other ergonomic-related injuries.

Question 20

Currently,the most common form of computer/Internet addictive behavior is e-mailing.

Accepted Answer

While email usage can certainly contribute to addictive behavior, there are many other forms of online activity that can also be addictive, such as social media, online gaming, and shopping websites.

Quiz 16: Intellectual Property Rights, Ethics, Health, Access, and the Environment