Question 1

A teacher sharing a poem with a class, leading the class to believe the poem was his original work constitutes ____.
A) bad manners
B) plagiarism
C) trademark theft
D) patent infringement

Accepted Answer

If the teacher presents the poem as their own work, but it was written by someone else, they are committing plagiarism - the act of using someone else's work without giving proper credit or attribution.

Question 2

A ____ is a policy, often for a school or business, that specifies allowable use of resources such as computers and other equipment.
A) code of security
B) code of conduct
C) privacy policy
D) piracy policy

Accepted Answer

A code of conduct is a policy that outlines appropriate behavior and use of resources in a particular setting, such as a school or workplace. This can include guidelines for using computers and other equipment. A code of security, privacy policy, and piracy policy may also be relevant in certain contexts, but are not as directly related to specifying allowable use of resources.

Question 3

Ethical decisions need to be made whenever a business practice or product is legal or socially acceptable in one country, but not another. One example is ____.
A) copyright law
B) religion
C) vaporware
D) corporate missions

Accepted Answer

Copyright law varies significantly between countries, making it a relevant example of a business practice that may be legal in one country but not in another.

Question 4

While a keyboard, mouse, monitor, and printer can be connected to a portable computer directly, a ____ is a device designed to more easily connect a portable computer to peripheral devices.
A) notebook holder
B) laptop station
C) notebook stand
D) docking station

Accepted Answer

A docking station is specifically designed to provide a more convenient way to connect a portable computer to peripheral devices, such as additional monitors, keyboard, mouse, and printer, by allowing the user to simply dock the computer into the station rather than connecting each peripheral individually. The other options (A, B, and C) are devices that primarily serve as a stand or holder for the laptop, but do not necessarily provide additional connectivity options.

Question 5

____ is increasingly being tied to crime and even death in some countries.
A) Internet addiction
B) CAD
C) CVS
D) OLPC

Accepted Answer

Internet addiction is becoming a widespread problem in many countries and has been linked to criminal activity and even fatalities, particularly in cases of excessive gaming or online gambling. CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CVS (Concurrent Versions System), and OLPC (One Laptop per Child) are not associated with crime or death.

Question 6

With more than 78% of its population online, ____ is the leading world region in Internet users.
A) Middle East
B) Europe
C) Africa
D) North America

Accepted Answer

North America has the highest percentage of Internet users in the world, with over 78% of its population online.

Question 7

Adding to the problem of unethical ____ is the use of digital cameras today, which eliminate the photo negatives that could be used with film cameras to show what photographs actually looked like at the time they were taken.
A) cybersquatting
B) digital counterfeiting
C) identity theft
D) digital manipulation

Accepted Answer

Digital manipulation involves altering or manipulating digital images, which can lead to unethical behavior like creating fake or misleading images. The use of digital cameras, which eliminate photo negatives, makes it easier to manipulate images without leaving any trace.

Question 8

Repetitive stress injuries and other injuries related to the workplace environment are estimated to account for ____ of all serious workplace injuries.
A) one-tenth
B) one-half
C) one-third
D) 80%

Accepted Answer

Repetitive stress injuries and other injuries related to the workplace environment are estimated to account for one-third of all serious workplace injuries.

Question 9

The growth in assistive technology is due in part to demands by disabled individuals and disability organizations for equal access to computers and Web content, as well as the ____ (ADA).
A) American Data Act
B) Assistive Data Act
C) American Democracy Act
D) Americans with Disabilities Act

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and requires accessibility accommodations, including in the realm of technology. The increasing demands for equal access have contributed to the growth in assistive technology.

Question 10

The goal of ____ is to ensure that every child in the world has access to a rugged, low-cost, low-power connected laptop in order to provide them with access to new channels of learning, sharing, and self-expression.
A) OX
B) Simputer
C) OLPC
D) InternetWorld

Accepted Answer

OLPC (One Laptop Per Child) is a non-profit organization that aims to provide children all around the world with access to technology through low-cost laptops. The organization's goal is to bridge the digital divide and offer new opportunities for learning and growth to children in developing countries. OX, Simputer, and InternetWorld are not specific programs or initiatives aimed at achieving this goal.

Question 11

One controversial patent granted to Google in 2013 is for "____" advertising-a business model for charging advertisers according to the number of views an ad receives via a "head mounted gaze tracking device" (speculated to be Google Glass).
A) pay-to-look
B) pay-for-play
C) pay-for-gaze
D) pay-to-view

Accepted Answer

The patent specifically mentions a "head mounted gaze tracking device" which is believed to be Google Glass. Therefore, the most fitting choice is C) pay-for-gaze as it refers to charging advertisers based on how long the viewer gazes at an ad via a head-mounted device.

Question 12

A condition known as ____ has been linked to the repetitive finger movements made when using a keyboard.
A) ergonomics
B) carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)
C) burnout
D) computer hand syndrome (CHS)

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition that affects the hand and wrist, and it has been linked to the repetitive finger movements made when using a keyboard. Ergonomics refers to the design of equipment and systems to fit the human body, and while it can play a role in preventing CTS, it is not the specific condition itself. Burnout refers to a state of emotional and physical exhaustion, and computer hand syndrome (CHS) is not a recognized medical condition.

Question 13

In reaction to scandals, Congress passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, which includes provisions to require ____ to personally vouch for the truth and fairness of their company's disclosures.
A) CEOs and CIOs
B) CEOs and CFOs
C) SOAs and DRMs
D) CCVs and DRMs

Accepted Answer

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 requires CEOs and CFOs to personally vouch for the truth and fairness of their company's disclosures.

Question 14

In addition to being annoying and a waste of time, ____ bog(s) down e-mail systems and clog users' Inboxes.
A) computer worms
B) Trojan horses
C) e-mail hoaxes
D) digital manipulation

Accepted Answer

Computer worms, Trojan horses, and digital manipulation are all types of malicious software or activities that can harm a user's computer or data, but they do not necessarily directly impact an email system or Inbox. On the other hand, email hoaxes are specifically designed to spread quickly and easily through email, often encouraging users to forward the message to others, which can overwhelm and slow down email systems and clutter Inboxes.

Question 15

To catch people who are sharing movies illegally on the Internet, the MPAA uses special software that monitors file sharing networks to find copyrighted movies and then identifies the responsible individual by using the ____ of the computer being used to share the movie.
A) IP address
B) broadcast flag
C) RAM
D) serial port

Accepted Answer

The MPAA uses software to monitor file sharing networks and it identifies the responsible individual by using the IP address of the computer being used to share the movie. This is because each device on a network is assigned a unique IP address, which can be traced back to the responsible individual.

Question 16

In addition to being a copyright concern, ____ can be used to misquote individuals, repeat comments out of context, retouch photographs-even create false or misleading photographs.
A) digital counterfeiting
B) identity theft
C) plagiarism
D) digital manipulation

Accepted Answer

Digital manipulation refers to the editing or altering of digital content such as photographs or videos. This can be used to misrepresent individuals or events by changing the context or adding or removing elements. It can also be used to create entirely fake content. This has become an increasingly concerning issue in the age of social media, where manipulated content can quickly spread and be presented as real, leading to misinformation and further problems.

Question 17

To prevent individuals from making unauthorized copies of feature films purchased on DVDs or downloaded via the Internet, many of these items contain copy protection or some other form of ____.
A) DRM
B) AACSB
C) patents
D) RSI

Accepted Answer

DRM (Digital Rights Management) is a technology used to prevent unauthorized copying and distribution of digital content, including feature films on DVDs or through the Internet. It works by encrypting the content and controlling access to it through digital keys or licenses. AACSB is a business accreditation, patents are legal protections for inventions, and RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) is a type of injury caused by repetitive motions. None of these options are related to preventing unauthorized copying of feature films.

Question 18

Heavy use of computers, combined with information overload and 24 / 7 accessibility via technology, can lead to ____-a state of fatigue or frustration brought about by overwork.
A) burnout
B) CTS
C) CVS
D) RSI

Accepted Answer

The phrase "state of fatigue or frustration brought about by overwork" is a clear indication of burnout, which is commonly associated with excessive use of technology and overwhelming amounts of information. CTS (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome), CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome), and RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) are all physical conditions that can result from prolonged computer use, but none specifically relate to mental fatigue or frustration.

Question 19

-The accompanying figure shows a ____.
A) document holder
B) vertical mouse
C) trackball
D) mouse stand

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
-The accompanying figure shows a ____.
A) document...

Question 20

The term ____ refers to the gap between those who have access to information and communications technology and those who do not.
A) digital have not
B) digital divide
C) Internet divide
D) bit divide

Accepted Answer

The term commonly used to describe this gap is "digital divide." The other options, "digital have not," "Internet divide," and "bit divide," are not commonly used terms for this concept.

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

A teacher sharing a poem with a class, leading the class to believe the poem was his original work constitutes ____.

A ____ is a policy, often for a school or business, that specifies allowable use of resources such as computers and other equipment.

Ethical decisions need to be made whenever a business practice or product is legal or socially acceptable in one country, but not another. One example is ____.

While a keyboard, mouse, monitor, and printer can be connected to a portable computer directly, a ____ is a device designed to more easily connect a portable computer to peripheral devices.

____ is increasingly being tied to crime and even death in some countries.

With more than 78% of its population online, ____ is the leading world region in Internet users.

Adding to the problem of unethical ____ is the use of digital cameras today, which eliminate the photo negatives that could be used with film cameras to show what photographs actually looked like at the time they were taken.

Repetitive stress injuries and other injuries related to the workplace environment are estimated to account for ____ of all serious workplace injuries.

The growth in assistive technology is due in part to demands by disabled individuals and disability organizations for equal access to computers and Web content, as well as the ____ (ADA) .

The goal of ____ is to ensure that every child in the world has access to a rugged, low-cost, low-power connected laptop in order to provide them with access to new channels of learning, sharing, and self-expression.

One controversial patent granted to Google in 2013 is for "____" advertising-a business model for charging advertisers according to the number of views an ad receives via a "head mounted gaze tracking device" (speculated to be Google Glass) .

A condition known as ____ has been linked to the repetitive finger movements made when using a keyboard.

In reaction to scandals, Congress passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, which includes provisions to require ____ to personally vouch for the truth and fairness of their company's disclosures.

In addition to being annoying and a waste of time, ____ bog(s) down e-mail systems and clog users' Inboxes.

To catch people who are sharing movies illegally on the Internet, the MPAA uses special software that monitors file sharing networks to find copyrighted movies and then identifies the responsible individual by using the ____ of the computer being used to share the movie.

In addition to being a copyright concern, ____ can be used to misquote individuals, repeat comments out of context, retouch photographs-even create false or misleading photographs.

To prevent individuals from making unauthorized copies of feature films purchased on DVDs or downloaded via the Internet, many of these items contain copy protection or some other form of ____.

Heavy use of computers, combined with information overload and 24 / 7 accessibility via technology, can lead to ____-a state of fatigue or frustration brought about by overwork.

-The accompanying figure shows a ____.

The term ____ refers to the gap between those who have access to information and communications technology and those who do not.