Question 1

A society that emphasizes service and information professions shifts toward
A)hand labor.
B)mechanization.
C)automation.
D)cybernation.

Accepted Answer

A society that emphasizes service and information professions shifts toward cybernation, which involves the use of computers and other digital technologies to manage information and provide services.

Question 2

A system in which robots are programmed by machines is an example of
A)mechanization.
B)science.
C)automation.
D)cybernation.

Accepted Answer

Cybernation is a system in which robots are programmed by machines.

Question 3

Cybernation refers to
A)the use of science to predict social or natural outcomes.
B)the use of computers to obtain knowledge.
C)controlling machines with other machines.
D)mechanization of knowledge production.

Accepted Answer

Cybernation refers to the control of machines and processes by other machines, often through the use of computers and automation technology.

Question 4

Which of the following illustrates "research" in contrast to "development?"
A)Knowledge of the Human Genome
B)In vitro fertilization
C)Use of genetically altered foods
D)An organ transplant

Accepted Answer

Research involves generating new knowledge or understanding, such as mapping the human genome. Development applies research findings to create new or improved products or processes.

Question 5

Which term reflects the percentage of people who have access to and use the Internet in a particular area?​
A)Cyber rate
B)Penetration rate
C)​Technological saturation
D)​Internet infiltration

Accepted Answer

Penetration rate is the correct term used to describe the percentage of people who have access to and use the Internet in a particular area.

Question 6

What term applies to the tendency for technology to have both positive and negative consequences?
A)​Technological dualism
B)​Cyber-reality
C)​Technology in the balance
D)​Cultural lag

Accepted Answer

Technological dualism refers to the concept that technology can have both beneficial and detrimental effects on society and individuals. This acknowledges the dual nature of technological advancements, where they can improve life in many ways but also pose new challenges or negative consequences.

Question 7

Which of the following is happening as part of the movement toward globalization of technology?
A)Growth of agricultural communes
B)Increased participation in fundamentalist religions
C)Collection of skin and blood samples for genetic research
D)Emphasis on the arts and music

Accepted Answer

The globalization of technology involves the worldwide spread and integration of technology, which includes advancements in genetic research such as the collection of skin and blood samples. This is part of a broader trend towards sharing scientific knowledge and techniques globally.

Question 8

The decline of U.S. supremacy in science and technology is likely to be the result of which of the following factors?
A)The federal government is increasing its investment in research and development.
B)Corporations have begun to focus more on long-term benefits.
C)Developing countries have also been decreasing their scientific and technological capabilities.
D)Many of the students pursuing advanced degrees in scientific fields in the U.S. are from foreign countries.

Accepted Answer

The decline in U.S. supremacy in science and technology can be attributed to the reliance on students from foreign countries for advanced degrees in scientific fields, which may indicate a lack of domestic talent or interest in these areas.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true?​
A)​In recent years, the federal government has increased its investment in research and development.
B)​Funding for research in the United States comes mostly from the federal government.
C)​In comparison with other countries of the world, the United States ranks at the top in iformation and computer technologies according to the Network Readiness Index.
D)​The United States awards the highest number of science and engineering PhD degrees in the world.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is true?​
A)​In...

Question 10

Most U.S. funding for research and development comes from
A)colleges and universities.
B)the federal government.
C)private industry.
D)nonprofit organization, such as research institutes.

Accepted Answer

Most U.S. funding for research and development is provided by private industry, which invests in the development of new technologies, products, and services to maintain competitiveness and innovation in the market.

Question 11

A sociologist questions the unlimited use of science to point to "truth." This sociologist is most likely a​
A)​structural-functionalist.
B)​conflict theorist.
C)​postmodernist.
D)​theologist.

Accepted Answer

Postmodernists often critique the idea of objective truth and are skeptical of universal truths, which includes questioning the unlimited use of science to point to "truth."

Question 12

In the United States,
A)federal funding of scientific projects has been shrinking.
B)a larger proportion of the wealth is spent on science than in any other nation.
C)publication in science and engineering journals exceeds that of western European and Asian scientists combined.
D)the number of patents granted to U.S. companies as a percentage of all patents has increased over the last several decades.

Accepted Answer

Federal funding for scientific projects in the United States has been decreasing over the years, affecting research and development.

Question 13

The use of scientific principles and technology to solve social problems is a​
A)​technological fix.
B)​postmodern response.
C)​STEM.
D)​cyber solution.

Accepted Answer

A technological fix refers to the application of scientific principles and technology to address and solve social problems.

Question 14

Technology differs from science in that technology focuses on
A)applying the principles of science and mechanics to the solutions of a specific problem.
B)how to predict natural or social outcomes.
C)finding relationships between phenomena.
D)discovering patterns in natural and human behavior.

Accepted Answer

Technology focuses on applying scientific and mechanical principles to solve specific problems, distinguishing it from science, which is more about understanding natural phenomena and relationships.

Question 15

Agricultural societies are dominated by which of the following?
A)Automation
B)Cybernation
C)Mechanization
D)Hand labor

Accepted Answer

Agricultural societies are dominated by mechanization, which involves the use of agricultural machinery to increase the efficiency and productivity of farming.

Question 16

The most popular use of the Internet in developing nations is
A)social interaction.
B)business contacts.
C)educational uses.
D)official government business.

Accepted Answer

Social interaction is the most popular use of the Internet in developing nations, as it allows individuals to connect with others, share information, and maintain relationships despite geographical distances.

Question 17

As societies move toward industrialization and become more concerned with mass production of goods, _________ prevails.
A)mechanization
B)automation
C)cybernation
D)hand labor

Accepted Answer

The answer of As societies move toward industrialization and become...

Question 18

__________ refers to the use of tools to accomplish tasks that people used to do by hand.
A)Cybernation
B)Mechanization
C)Industrialization
D)Automation

Accepted Answer

Mechanization refers to the process of using machines to perform tasks that were previously done manually, by hand. This has been a key aspect of industrial development, allowing for increased efficiency and productivity.

Question 19

__________ is an acronym for mathematics, science, engineering, and technology.​
A)​MSET
B)​STEM
C)​E-science
D)​SCIT

Accepted Answer

STEM is the correct acronym that stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Question 20

Research on the scientific knowledge of Americans shows that
A)most Americans have a great deal of scientific knowledge.
B)most Americans agree with scientific findings.
C)there has been increased emphasis on science education in U.S. schools in recent years.
D)most Americans know very little about science.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that many Americans lack basic scientific knowledge, highlighting a gap in understanding scientific concepts.

Quiz 14: Science and Technology

A society that emphasizes service and information professions shifts toward

A system in which robots are programmed by machines is an example of

Cybernation refers to

Which of the following illustrates "research" in contrast to "development?"

Which term reflects the percentage of people who have access to and use the Internet in a particular area?​

What term applies to the tendency for technology to have both positive and negative consequences?

Which of the following is happening as part of the movement toward globalization of technology?

The decline of U.S. supremacy in science and technology is likely to be the result of which of the following factors?

Which of the following statements is true?​

Most U.S. funding for research and development comes from

A sociologist questions the unlimited use of science to point to "truth." This sociologist is most likely a​

In the United States,

The use of scientific principles and technology to solve social problems is a​

Technology differs from science in that technology focuses on

Agricultural societies are dominated by which of the following?

The most popular use of the Internet in developing nations is

As societies move toward industrialization and become more concerned with mass production of goods, _________ prevails.

__________ refers to the use of tools to accomplish tasks that people used to do by hand.

__________ is an acronym for mathematics, science, engineering, and technology.​

Research on the scientific knowledge of Americans shows that

Which term reflects the percentage of people who have access to and use the Internet in a particular area?

Which of the following statements is true?

A sociologist questions the unlimited use of science to point to "truth." This sociologist is most likely a

The use of scientific principles and technology to solve social problems is a

__________ is an acronym for mathematics, science, engineering, and technology.