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(Ch. 1) Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------True (Ch. 1) How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent? A. GPS can be used to navigate traffic patterns B. Drones will deliver their packages C. Automated vehicles will be developed D. Automated vehicles will be developed -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Automated vehicles will be developed (Ch. 1) 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? A. Information security B. Research and software development C. Training and support D. Technical support -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Information security (Ch. 1) How are the ways AI learns similar to how you learn? A. Both use cameras to read faces and analyze voices B. Both use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses C. Both use their senses to learn D. Both make decisions based on research only -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Both use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses
(Ch. 1) How do delivery companies track packages? A. They use a learning management system B. They use code-scanning technology C. They use robotic arms to load packages D. They use GPS -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. They use code-scanning technology (Ch. 1) What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package? A. CAM B. Scan code C. M2M D. LMS -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Scan code (Ch. 1) Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals? A. Print copies of email messages B. Discard old laptops and cell phones C. Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices D. Become more active on social media -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices (Ch. 1) What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform? A. Critical thinking B. Creative design work C. Repetitive tasks D. Group interaction -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Repetitive tasks (Ch. 1) Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs? A. Mobile health record B. Electronic bracelet
A. He should choose a navigation app with artificial intelligence that can provide information about preferred routes. B. He should choose a digital assistant that guesses where he wants to go based on the date. C. He should choose an app with augmented reality that displays points of interest as he drives. D. He should choose a product that uses natural language processing, so he can type in where he wants to go. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. He should choose a navigation app with artificial intelligence that can provide information about preferred routes. (Ch. 1) 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? A. System development B. System security C. Help desk support D. Data scientist -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Help desk support (Ch. 1) How would you describe an intelligent workplace? A. It holds meetings only via web conferencing and markets itself over social media. B. It has a bring your own device (BYOD) policy allowing online collaboration. C. Its workers all telecommute and use the cloud. D. It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate. (Ch. 1) How do advertisers use data to know which products would most likely appeal to you? A. They monitor the television stations you watch. B. They track your movements on your Fitbit. C. They analyze your text messages sent to your friends. D. They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes." -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes."
(Ch. 1) 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. A learning management system B. A social networking platform C. An e-book with digital content D. An online tutoring system -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. A learning management system (Ch. 1) If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------False (Ch. 1) 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? A. The computer that is finding the fastest route for the driver. B. The GPS that is avoiding traffic and hazardous conditions. C. The phone that her brother will use when he receives the package. D. The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey. (Ch. 1) In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly. A. Information Technology B. Engineering C. Human Resources D. Personal Computing -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Information Technology (Ch. 1) _____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not. A. A digital assistant
(Ch. 1) 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? A. Chip-and-pin technology B. Digital literacy C. Augmented reality D. Kiosk -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Augmented reality (Ch. 1) 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. He will not have to visit the doctor as frequently B. His doctor will be able to monitor him through the use of a smartphone C. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin D. His health records will now be stored in the cloud -----CORRECT ANSWER------------- --C. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin. (Ch. 1) A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world. (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER--------------- True (Ch. 1) 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. Voice output software can be used to translate what she is saying to text. C. Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said. D. Screen reader software can be used to read what is on the screen. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
(Ch. 1) New cars use embedded computers to make driving safer. (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------True (Ch. 1) A microprocessor is the "brains" of a computer (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER--- ------------True (Ch. 1) Embedded computers are standalone products that have many functions (T/F) -- ---CORRECT ANSWER---------------False (Ch. 1) The basic premise of ________ is that objects can be tagged, tracked, and monitored through a local network, or across the Internet. A. Intelligent workspaces B. The Internet of Things C. The digital divide D. Artificial intelligence -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. The Internet of Things (Ch. 1) Computers with AI use human intelligence to make decisions (T/F) ----- CORRECT ANSWER---------------False (Ch. 1) A digital citizen uses technology to be productive and efficient (T/F) ----- CORRECT ANSWER---------------True (Ch. 1) A kiosk is a freestanding booth usually placed in a public area that can contain a display device used to show information to the public or event attendees (T/F) ----- CORRECT ANSWER---------------True (Ch. 1) ________ are smart devices that respond to a user's verbal commands by using search technology to provide an answer to a question or perform a task. A. Green computers B. ATMs
(Ch. 1) Automated vehicles decrease independent transportation options for people with disabilities (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------False (Ch. 1) The mobile health (mHealth) trend refers to doctors and nurses using smartphones or tablets to access health records stored on mobile devices (T/F) ----- CORRECT ANSWER---------------False (Ch. 1) A company's computers monitor assembly lines and equipment using ________ communications. A. CAM B. M2M C. IT D. AI -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. M2M (Ch. 1) A company's ________ department oversees the centralized computer equipment and administers the network. A. Information security B. Operations C. Management D. Technical support -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Operations (Ch. 1) When looking for a job, you should use humorous or informal names for your account profiles, blog, or domain name to make yourself stand out (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------False (Ch. 3) A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons (T/F) ----- CORRECT ANSWER---------------False (Ch. 3) When considering a computer to purchase, which of the following factors involves the operating system of the computer? A. platform
B. hardware specifications C. add-on devices D. form factor -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. platform (Ch. 3) Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet, read emails, and store basic data when he travels. Which of the following would be the best option for him? A. high-end laptop B. all-in-one computer C. tablet D. desktop computer -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. tablet (Ch. 3) What is the binary system? A. a 16-bit coding scheme B. a number system with 10 digits, 0- 9 C. a number system with two digits, 0 and 1 D. an 8-bit coding scheme -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. a number system with two digits, 0 and 1 (Ch. 3) Which of these is not an input device? A. Scanner B. Printer C. Webcam D. Stylus -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Printer (Ch. 3) What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual impairment read digital content? A. Projector B. Voice synthesizer C. Motion-sensing controller D. Plotter -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Voice synthesizer
(Ch. 3) When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output, it does so with _____. A. the cache and the motherboard B. the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit C. RAM and ROM D. the hard drive and RAM -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit (Ch. 3) What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another? A. internal hard drive B. memory card C. tape drive D. USB flash drive -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. USB flash drive (Ch. 3) Which of the following is classified as input device? A. Speakers B. Earbuds C. Flash drive D. Webcam -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. Webcam (Ch. 3) Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored? A. Internal hard drive B. Virtual memory C. Flash drive D. RAM -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Internal hard drive (Ch. 3) When Alice turned on her laptop this morning, the screen displayed only colorful horizontal lines. Which of the following is most likely to have a problem? A. external storage devices
B. built-in camera C. hard drive D. video card -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. video card (Ch. 3) Which type of memory is permanently installed on your computer and attached to the motherboard? A. random access memory (RAM) B. virtual memory C. read-only memory (ROM) D. processor cache -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. read-only memory (ROM) (Ch. 3) Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------True (Ch. 3) What determines the speed at which data travels? A. RAM capacity B. Instructions per cycle (IPC) C. Bus width D. Clock speed -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Bus width (Ch. 3) Alessandro wants to use his desktop computer to video chat with his mother. What hardware does he need to accomplish this? A. Use his projector and webcam so that both he and his mother can clearly see and hear each other. B. Use a webcam and scanner to ensure that the quality of the call is good. C. Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other. D. Use his keyboard, monitor, and speakers so that both he and his mother can see, hear, and even text each other. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other. (Ch. 3) It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------True
(Ch. 3) Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations? A. Printer B. Headset C. Voice synthesizer D. Projector -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. Projector (Ch. 3) What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly? A. Decrease the brightness of the display B. Install additional RAM C. Install anti-virus software D. Verify if the AC adapter is connected properly -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Install additional RAM. (Ch. 3) What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed, and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer? A. Video cards B. Printers C. Monitors D. Plug-and-play devices -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. Plug-and-play devices (Ch. 3) To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step? A. Transfer contents to an external storage device B. Remove the internal hard drive on which the operating system is stored C. Disconnect all output devices D. Disconnect the UPS -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Transfer contents to an external storage device (Ch. 3) Flash memory is a type of volatile memory (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER-------- -------False
(Ch. 3) Volatile memory loses its contents when power is removed (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------True (Ch. 3) In an 8-bit coding scheme, 8 bits can represent one character (T/F) ----- CORRECT ANSWER---------------True (Ch. 3) Which of the following storage devices requires an Internet connection? A. Cloud storage B. Flash memory C. Internal hard drive D. Solid state drive -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Cloud storage (Ch. 3) In which of the following types of computers is the system unit in separate housing from the monitor? A. desktop computers B. All-in-one computers C. Laptop computer D. Tablet -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. desktop computers (Ch. 3) In general, a high-powered processor is not necessary for a computer that will be used primarily to check email and browse the web (T/F) -----CORRECT ANSWER---- -----------True (Ch. 3) All of the following are pointing devices except: A. Touchpointer B. Trackball C. Touchpad D. Mouse -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Touchpointer
(Ch. 5) For an interview, Sean needs to familiarize himself with database software but cannot afford to purchase any software. Which of these app suites should he download? A. Microsoft Office B. Apple iWork C. G suite D. Apache OpenOffice -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. Apache OpenOffice (Ch. 5) Jamie plans to sell his pottery designs through his website. If he also wants to launch a mobile app to reach more people, which type of app should he launch? A. Banking and finance app B. Social media app C. Photo editing app D. M-commerce app -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. M-commerce app (Ch. 5) Aaron has started a food blog on which he wants to post his recipes. He wants to place a high-quality image next to each cooking step. Which file format should he use so that users do not experience a lag when loading the high-quality images on the website? A. DOC B. JPEG C. TIFF D. GIF -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. JPEG (Ch. 5) Patricia has started a new interior design business, and wants to store designs in the cloud so her clients can review them. Which of the following apps should she use for cloud storage? A. Google Calendar B. Drop box C. Venmo D. Words with Friends -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Drop box
(Ch. 5) Raina is putting finishing touches on her Ph.D. thesis report. She feels she should emphasize the keywords throughout the thesis. How can she do this in the word processor she is using? A. Change font size, style, and color of the keywords B. Add hyperlinks for each keyword C. Change page margins, size and orientation D. Define a heading style -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Change font size, style, and color of the keywords. (Ch. 5) How can you check data on devices connected through an IoT network? A. Use a desktop B. Use a tablet C. Use a network tracker D. Use a server -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Use a tablet (Ch. 5) Jim wants to develop an app for a specific purpose that would run even when his computer is not connected to the Internet. What type of app should he develop? A. Cloud-based app B. Native app C. Mobile app D. Web-based app -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Native app (Ch. 5) Rohan is creating a presentation with at least 50 slides. He wants the slides to use a consistent layout and formatting. Which of the following parts of the presentation should he design first? A. Slide master B. First slide C. Last slide D. Title slide -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Slide master (Ch. 5) Logan is considering web app development as a career option. Which of the following languages does he not need to master? A. Visual Basic
