Question 1

Which of the following is a technology designed for use in manufacturing?
A) electronic monitoring bracelets
B) machine-to-machine (M2M) communications
C) bring your own device (BYOD)
D) web analytics

Accepted Answer

Machine-to-machine (M2M) communications is a technology designed for use in manufacturing. It enables machines to communicate with each other through sensors and the internet, allowing for increased automation and efficiency in the manufacturing process. Electronic monitoring bracelets, bring your own device (BYOD), and web analytics are not specifically designed for use in manufacturing.

Question 2

Joaquim wants to create a strong professional online presence so employers will be interested in him and seek him out. What would be your best advice for him?
A) Tell him to use the picture from Spring Break as he has a great tan and the beach is a good background.
B) Tell him to upload PDF of his resume so no one can make changes to it and be sure to include links to the article he wrote.
C) Tell him to make sure his Facebook settings are marked public as employers today want to see that their employees know how to have fun.
D) Tell him to be sure to put a humorous quote on his site to show he has a funny side.

Accepted Answer

Uploading a PDF of his resume will ensure that it stays in the proper format and there is no risk of changes to it from anyone who views it. Including links to any work or articles he has written will show his experience and expertise in his field. A professional and complete LinkedIn profile would also be helpful in building a strong online presence for employers to find him. The other choices are not helpful for creating a strong professional online presence.

Question 3

What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers?
A) Including links to videos you have created.
B) Enabling privacy settings on social media sites.
C) Using humor or informal names.
D) Adding photos of yourself.

Accepted Answer

Using humor or informal names can come across as unprofessional and may not be appreciated by potential employers. It's important to present yourself in a professional manner when creating an online profile for potential employers. A,B, and D are incorrect choices as including links to videos, enabling privacy settings, and adding photos to your profile can actually be beneficial as long as they are appropriate and professional.

Question 4

What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform?
A) Critical thinking
B) Creative design work
C) Group interaction
D) Repetitive tasks

Accepted Answer

Robots excel at performing repetitive tasks efficiently and accurately, which eliminates the risk of human error and can save time and money. While some robots can be programmed to perform critical thinking and creative design work, they are typically not as effective as humans in these areas. Group interaction is also difficult for robots, as they struggle to interpret social cues and adapt to changing group dynamics.

Question 5

A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world.

Accepted Answer

A digital citizen is someone who understands digital technologies and their impact on society, and uses them responsibly and ethically to participate in the digital world. This includes skills like using the internet safely, protecting personal information, and understanding how to communicate and collaborate effectively online.

Question 6

Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his insulin levels. His doctor has recently started using mobile health (mHealth). How will Andy's doctor's use of mHealth help Andy get his diabetes under control?
A) His health records will now be stored in the cloud.
B) He will not have to visit the doctor as frequently.
C) His doctor will be able to monitor him through the use of a smartphone.
D) He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.

Accepted Answer

Andy's doctor can use mHealth to send him text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin. This may help improve Andy's adherence to his treatment regimen and ultimately improve his diabetes control. While options A, B, and C are also possible benefits of mHealth, they do not specifically address Andy's issue of medication adherence.

Question 7

Before going into space, astronauts spend many hours training on flight simulators allowing them to learn how to fly without life and death consequences. How would you describe the technology the flight simulator is using?
A) It is acting as a robot.
B) It is using virtual reality.
C) It is a type of artificial intelligence.
D) It is serving as a digital assistant.

Accepted Answer

A flight simulator is using virtual reality technology to simulate the experience of flying a spacecraft without actually leaving the ground. It provides a realistic training experience without the risk of life and death consequences. Options A, C, and D do not accurately describe the technology used in a flight simulator.

Question 8

How are the ways AI learns similar to how you learn?
A) Both use their senses to learn.
B) Both use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses.
C) Both make decisions based on research only.
D) Both use cameras to read faces and analyze voices.

Accepted Answer

Both humans and AI use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses. This is known as machine learning in the case of AI. While humans learn from experience and gather information through their senses, AI systems gather information from data sets and use algorithms to learn and improve over time.

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of an embedded computer?
A) adaptive cruise control system
B) Apple II
C) smartphone
D) RFID tags

Accepted Answer

An adaptive cruise control system is a good example of an embedded computer because it is a computer system that is built into a vehicle to control the speed and distance of the vehicle from the car in front of it. The control system operates without the need for human intervention, and it relies on sensors and other embedded devices to provide real-time feedback and control. The other options, such as the Apple II, smartphone, and RFID tags, are not necessarily embedded computers, as they are generally more standalone systems that do not have the same level of integration and embedded technology as an adaptive cruise control system.

Question 10

Dave and Pietro are active in the National Guard. Halfway through the semester, they receive orders to report to duty. How can their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?
A) Speed through the content and finish before they leave.
B) Mail them videotapes and tests.
C) Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.
D) Give them the classroom phone extension to dial in while away.

Accepted Answer

A learning management system (LMS) would allow the professor to put lectures and tests online, allowing Dave and Pietro to access the information and complete the coursework while away on duty. This would be the most efficient and convenient option for all parties involved. Speeding through content would compromise the quality of education, mailing videotapes and tests would be slower and riskier than online solutions, and giving a phone extension would not provide access to course content or allow for interaction.

Question 11

The teachers in the Mathematics Department want to increase student retention and success rates in all the math courses. They are interested in looking for something that will allow students to check their progress, take practice tests, and message instructors with questions. What would you recommend they consider?
A) An e-book with digital content
B) A learning management system
C) An online tutoring system
D) A social networking platform

Accepted Answer

A learning management system (LMS) would provide all the features the teachers are looking for. It allows students to track their progress, take practice tests, and communicate with instructors through messages or forums. LMS also offers additional features like gradebook, assignment management, and online discussions. An e-book with digital content, an online tutoring system, and a social networking platform may have some of these features, but they might not be as comprehensive as an LMS.

Question 12

Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website?
A) LinkedIn
B) Facebook
C) Twitter
D) Instagram

Accepted Answer

LinkedIn is a social networking website that focuses on professional networking and career development. It is used by recruiters, job seekers, and professionals to connect and network with each other.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health?
A) Health records are stored in the cloud.
B) The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased.
C) Physicians can monitor patients using digital devices through the use of a smartphone.
D) Patients can receive text reminders to take medications.

Accepted Answer

Mobile health aims to reduce the need for visits to the doctor's office by allowing for remote monitoring and communication with healthcare providers. Therefore, option B is not true. Instead, mobile health can allow for health records to be securely stored in the cloud, physicians to monitor patients using digital devices through the use of a smartphone, and patients to receive text reminders to take medications.

Question 14

How do delivery companies track packages?
A) They use a learning management system.
B) They use code-scanning technology.
C) They use GPS.
D) They use robotic arms to load packages.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs?
A) Electronic bracelet
B) Ingestible camera
C) 3-D printer
D) Mobile health record

Accepted Answer

An ingestible camera, also known as a capsule endoscope, can be swallowed by the patient and travels through the gastrointestinal tract to capture images of the patient's internal organs, including the small intestine, which cannot be viewed by other methods such as X-rays or ultrasounds.

Question 16

The first generation of computers used microprocessors.

Accepted Answer

The first generation of computers used vacuum tubes as their main components, not microprocessors which were developed much later.

Question 17

In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly.
A) Human Resources
B) Information Technology
C) Engineering
D) Personal Computing

Accepted Answer

The Information Technology (IT) department is responsible for ensuring that all computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly. The Human Resources (HR) department is responsible for managing personnel and staffing, the Engineering department is responsible for designing and developing products, and the Personal Computing department is not a commonly recognized department in a large business.

Question 18

What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package?
A) Scan code
B) LMS
C) CAM
D) M2M

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

_____ is an environment where processors are embedded in objects that communicate with one another via the Internet or wireless networks.
A) The Internet of Things
B) An intelligent workplace
C) Augmented reality
D) Assistive technology

Accepted Answer

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of physical objects or "things" embedded with processors, sensors, and communication capabilities that allow them to communicate with each other and exchange data over the Internet or wireless networks. This enables a wide range of applications, from smart homes and cities to industrial automation and healthcare. The other options, such as intelligent workplace, augmented reality, and assistive technology, may use some of these technologies but do not define this specific environment.

Question 20

Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her compete in a hearing world?
A) A braille printer can be used to print documents.
B) Screen reader software can be used to read what is on the screen.
C) Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
D) Voice output software can be used to translate what she is saying to text.

Accepted Answer

Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said, allowing Angeline to effectively communicate with those who are not proficient in sign language. This will help her compete in a hearing world by ensuring that she has access to important information and can effectively communicate with others. The other options listed are not suitable for someone who is deaf, as they primarily involve technologies that are designed for people with visual impairments or speech difficulties.

Quiz 7: Technology and IT: From CAM to IoT and Digital Citizenship

Which of the following is a technology designed for use in manufacturing?

Joaquim wants to create a strong professional online presence so employers will be interested in him and seek him out. What would be your best advice for him?

What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers?

What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform?

A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world.

Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his insulin levels. His doctor has recently started using mobile health (mHealth) . How will Andy's doctor's use of mHealth help Andy get his diabetes under control?

Before going into space, astronauts spend many hours training on flight simulators allowing them to learn how to fly without life and death consequences. How would you describe the technology the flight simulator is using?

How are the ways AI learns similar to how you learn?

Which of the following is an example of an embedded computer?

Dave and Pietro are active in the National Guard. Halfway through the semester, they receive orders to report to duty. How can their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?

Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website?

Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health?

How do delivery companies track packages?

Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs?

The first generation of computers used microprocessors.

In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly.

What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package?

_____ is an environment where processors are embedded in objects that communicate with one another via the Internet or wireless networks.

Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her compete in a hearing world?