Question 1

Tameka is expecting a baby and her partner wants to make sure he can get her to the hospital on the day of delivery using the fastest route possible regardless of time of day.How should he decide which technology to use?

Accepted Answer

A navigation app with artificial intelligence can analyze real-time traffic data and suggest the fastest route to the hospital regardless of the time of day. This would be the best option for Tameka's partner to ensure they arrive at the hospital quickly during labor. Natural language processing, digital assistants, and augmented reality are not as relevant to this specific use case.

Question 2

Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year.What can the company do to meet this goals?

Accepted Answer

Using sleep modes and power management features for computers and devices can significantly reduce electronic waste by prolonging the lifespan of these devices and reducing energy usage. The other choices, such as becoming more active on social media or printing emails, do not directly address reducing electronic waste. Discarding old laptops and cell phones can actually contribute to electronic waste unless they are properly disposed of or recycled.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of green computing?

Accepted Answer

Purchasing and using products with an ENERGY STAR label is an example of green computing as this indicates that the product has been designed to be energy efficient and reduce its environmental impact. Option B, keeping devices turned on and ready to use even at night, is not an example of green computing as this wastes energy. Option C, requesting printed receipts, is also not an example of green computing as it promotes paper usage which can lead to deforestation. Option D, purchasing new models of devices as soon as they are released, is not necessarily an example of green computing as it encourages consumption and disposal of electronic devices, which can lead to e-waste pollution if not disposed of properly.

Question 4

How do advertisers use data to know which products would most likely appeal to you?

Accepted Answer

Advertisers use data analysis of social media activity, such as Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes," to determine which products would appeal to an individual. This information is used to target personalized ads to the user on their social media accounts.

Question 5

How would you describe an intelligent workplace?

Accepted Answer

An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate. This could include tools such as video conferencing, instant messaging, and shared workspaces. While telecommuting and BYOD policies may be part of an intelligent workplace, they are not the defining characteristics. Likewise, relying only on web conferencing and social media for marketing would be limiting in terms of building relationships and connecting with customers.

Question 6

Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software?

Accepted Answer

Companies use online collaborative productivity software to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents. This can increase efficiency, save time, and improve communication within the team.

Question 7

Sanjay, a middle school history teacher, has assigned his class to work in groups to create a presentation on the different legal systems around the world.Each group consists of three people in the class and one person from their pen pal class in India.How would you describe Sanjay's use of technology?

Accepted Answer

Sanjay is using technology to facilitate collaboration among students, as well as to promote cross-cultural communication and understanding through the use of pen pals. This is achieved through the creation of a digital platform for the students to work together and present their findings.

Question 8

Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?

Accepted Answer

Robotics combines technology and engineering in the design and development of robots. Natural language processing and augmented reality rely on technology, but do not necessarily involve engineering. Digital citizenship is a concept related to the responsible use of technology, but does not involve engineering.

Question 9

The fifth grade class at the local elementary school is doing a class project on recycling and wants to involve the entire community.How could they inform community members about their project using social networking?

Accepted Answer

Creating a hashtag and posting on social media is the best choice as it allows the students to reach a wide audience quickly and easily. Social media also allows for engagement and sharing, which can help spread the word about their project even further. Flyers, phone calls, and newspaper articles may also be useful, but they are more time-consuming and may not reach as many people.

Question 10

If you want to use evidence found on computers, networks, and other devices to help solve crimes, then which of the following careers is a match for you?

Accepted Answer

Digital forensics is the field that involves the collection, preservation, and analysis of electronic data to be used as evidence in criminal investigations. This includes the recovery of deleted files, analysis of network traffic, and examination of computer systems, among other things. If you want to use evidence found on computers, networks, and other devices to help solve crimes, then pursuing a career in digital forensics would be a good match for you.

Question 11

Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability?

Accepted Answer

Screen readers assist users with visual disabilities by converting text on a webpage into speech or braille output. Colorful webpages, captioning software, and on-screen keyboards do not specifically assist users with visual disabilities.

Question 12

You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out.

Accepted Answer

Electronic waste can be avoided by not replacing devices every time a new version comes out. Instead, devices can be repaired, refurbished, or donated to others who may still find them useful.

Question 13

Your Uber driver just showed up to pick you up and when you open the car door, you notice that the human is in the passenger seat and no one is sitting in the driver's seat.You realize this is a self-driving car.You are pretty excited to experience this new technology, but also have reservations.Based on what you have researched, which of the following might be one of your reservations?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

At the beginning of the school year, each classroom was given one box of copy paper to make all their copies for the year.How do you think the teachers will be able to make that one box last all year long?

Accepted Answer

Placing documents online will significantly reduce the need for paper printouts and will ensure that the one box of copy paper lasts for the entire year. Additionally, it is an eco-friendly choice as it reduces waste and saves resources.

Question 15

Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard.What technology can she use to create written documents without using a keyboard?

Accepted Answer

Speech recognition software can allow Akira to dictate her written documents without having to use a keyboard. This technology can convert her spoken words into text on the computer screen.

Question 16

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for adaptive technologies.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology.

Accepted Answer

Becoming a digital citizen goes beyond just owning technology. It involves understanding and practicing responsible and safe online behavior, being aware of digital rights and responsibilities, and using technology for positive purposes.

Question 18

Taran wants to work in the technology field but is unsure of which career to pursue.He has been told he has strong people skills; he is good at figuring out what is wrong with computers and fixing them; and he is patient and helpful when others do not know how to use computers.As his college advisor, which technology careers would you suggest he explore?

Accepted Answer

Taran's strong people skills and patience make him well-suited for a career in help desk support, where he would assist others in troubleshooting and using technology. While he may also have potential in other areas such as system development or system security, his people skills and desire to help others make help desk support the most fitting option. Data science may not be the best fit based on the given information about Taran's skills and interests.

Question 19

Sofie has strong people skills, listens well, and communicates effectively.Which technology career may be a good fit for her?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.

Accepted Answer

An intelligent workplace does use technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.

Quiz 9: Technology and Digital Ethics