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Which company was the first to develop personal computers? - answer- Apple How is a microprocessor different from an integrated circuit? - answer- Microprocessors are faster, smaller and less expensive than integrated circuits. lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest? - answer- vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, personal computers T or F All new cars are required to have embedded computers, which make driving safer. - answer- False Emma tried to explain to her mother that computers are everywhere. Her mother does not believe her, and challenges Emma to find a computer in their home, as she knows she does not own a computer. Which of the following examples do you think Emma would show her mother as example of computer? - answer- Embedded computers are usually very small and have limited hardware on their own but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices. Embedded computers perform a specific function based on the requirements of the product in which they reside. T or F Your smartphone can be used to connect to your television or cable service and record a show even if you are not home because both devices are smart devices. - answer- true Are all these true about AI? Computers with AI can reach conclusions. Computers with AI can make decisions. Computers with AI are trained that "if X happens, then do Y." Computers with AI combine information in new ways. - answer- Yes
In the 1980s movie, Wargames, the computer was taught to play chess, checkers, tic tac toe, and other strategy games. How would you describe the developers' goal in teaching the computer these games? - answer- The developers were using artificial intelligence. T or F: Jorge saw a computer named Watson on the game show Jeopardy and was surprised at how many answers Watson was able to get correct, especially because the math problems involved solving equations. Watson was using augmented reality to solve the problems. - answer- False T or F: When using a GPS app, like Waze or Google Maps, you are using augmented reality. - answer- True
. You are on vacation and want to see where all the restaurants and trendy shops are in relation to your hotel. You remember there is an app on your phone that will use your location and show you that information. What is the app using? - answer- AR Margot and Tomas have heard how beautiful the Swiss Alps are, but they are afraid to fly. Tomas heard about a program they could use to see the Alps without getting in a plane and traveling there. Explain to him how the program he has heard of works. - answer- It uses simulations and 3-D images to enable a sensory experience. The computer is able to create a real or imagined environment. It contains infinite space and depth. Which of the following examples would not use technology? a.Starting your car while still in the house. b.Adjusting your home thermostat while at work.
d.Digital citizenship - answer- Robotics 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? Self-driving cars are known for running red lights. Self-driving cars are often ticketed for speeding. Self-driving cars contribute to accidents caused by distracted driving. Self-driving cars rely too much on GPS and turn on closed roads. - answer- Self-driving cars contribute to accidents caused by distracted driving. How would you modify technology to assist a user with a visual disability? - answer- Add alternative text to pictures and drawings. Make screen readers available. Provide access to a Braille printer. Akira has trouble reading what is on the computer screen and sometimes seeing pictures on websites. As her friend, you explain there are technologies available to help her. Describe what technology she might use. - answer- Use a screen reader to read aloud webpages and documents. T or F The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for adaptive technologies. - answer- False T or F You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out, and recycling devices and products when they no longer provide value. - answer- false
Which of the following are examples of activities you could practice to become greener with technology? a.Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label. b.Use paperless communication. c.Replace devices every time a new version comes out. d.Shut down devices overnight or when not in use. - answer- a.Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label. b.Use paperless communication. d.Shut down devices overnight or when not in use. You have just been told by your boss that the company needs to reduce its carbon footprint by 10% over the next 2 years. You have one week to put together a plan to present to the full management team. How will you propose the company meet their goal? a.Buy computers and devices with higher power consumption processors and supplies. b.Use outside air to cool the data center or computer facility. c.Allow employees to telecommute to save gas and reduce emissions. d.Encourage employees to use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices. - answer- b.Use outside air to cool the data center or computer facility. c.Allow employees to telecommute to save gas and reduce emissions. d.Encourage employees to use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices. Sofie has strong people skills, listens well, and communicates effectively. Which technology career may be a good fit for her? - answer- Technology Sales
use of technology? - answer- He is using technology to have students work cooperatively in groups and create a presentation. 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? - answer- They could create a hashtag and post on social media. 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? - answer- Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts. Daniella mailed a package to her brother three days ago. She wants to see if it has arrived yet. What technology will enable her to track her package? - answer- The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey. How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent? - answer- Automated vehicles will be developed. What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package? - answer- Scan Code Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs? - answer- Ingestible camera Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health? Health records are stored in the cloud. The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased. Physicians can monitor patients using digital devices through the use of a smartphone.
Patients can receive text reminders to take medications. - answer- The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased. 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? - answer- He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin. What are the benefits of pairing robots with human workers in manufacturing? - answer- Work is streamlined. Cost efficiency is achieved. Competitiveness is earned. What types of activities might a company use robots to complete to improve efficiency? - answer- Repetitive tasks How do you think Amazon, Target, and other online retailers are able to process orders so quickly? - answer- They use computer-aided manufacturing. 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? - answer- A learning management system Dave and Pietro are both active in the National Guard and half way through the semester received their orders to report to duty. How could their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course? - answer- Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online. What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers? - answer- Using humor or informal names.
b.Simulations made in virtual reality can make you feel like you are in Venice, Italy while you are in Venice, California. c.AI can reach conclusions by remembering previous choices and consequences. d.AI can combine information in new ways allowing options to be explored before actually tried.
- answer- all of them 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? - answer- It is using virtual reality. T or F Most people only utilize technology at work. - answer- false How are the ways you learn and the ways AI learn similar? - answer- Both use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses. Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her compete in a hearing world? - answer- Screen reader software can be used to read what is on the screen. Which one of the following would be considered green computing? - answer- Purchasing products with an Energy Star Label Juan is interested in getting a job in the technology field. He is interested in protecting data from threats, and stopping hackers and viruses. Which job would should Juan apply for? - answer- Information security T or F An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home. - answer- True
Your school has just been awarded a technology grant. Each grade level team has been asked to submit a proposal for how they would could use the money. Your team puts forward an idea where students can submit work online and work collaboratively with on projects. What type of classroom have you described? - answer- Intelligent classroom The local community college want to increase its online offerings. To do so, the college will most likely need to purchase a(n) ______. - answer- learning management system (LMS) You and your best friend have both created online career profiles. Within a week, your friend has had three calls for interviews and another 19 companies have viewed his profile. Your profile has had only two views. You ask your friend to review your profile and he finds a problem with it. Which of the following would be a problem for your online career profile? - answer- A humorous profile name You have just learned about a new company coming to your town. You get excited about possible new job opportunities, but the company never advertises for employees. You research the company and learn that they do most of their manufacturing using computers and not humans. How do you explain to others what a computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) company is? - answer- They are able to streamline production and ship quickly. They use robots to perform work that is too dangerous. How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing products? - answer- They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays. Simone just received a letter from her health care provider telling her she can create an account online that will give her access to all her health records. How would you describe what her provider is encouraging his patients to engage with? - answer- A mobile health app (mHealth)
