2 Flashcards
(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.”
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
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)
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.
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
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
B. The digital divide
C. The Internet lag
D. An intelligent divide
B. The digital divide
(Ch. 1) 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?
A. The carpet steamer she uses to clean her rugs when they get dirty.
B. Her hot water heater that has to be manually reset every time the power goes out.
C. The sprinkler she has to turn on and off when she wants to water her plants.
D. Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
D. Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
(Ch. 1) Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use?
A. Dell
B. IBM
C. Apple
D. Intel
C. Apple
(Ch. 1) Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website?
A. Instagram
B. LinkedIn
C. Twitter
D. Facebook
B. LinkedIn
(Ch. 1) What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?
A. artificial intelligence (AI)
B. robotics
C. virtual reality (VR)
D. embedded computers
A. artificial intelligence (AI)
(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
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
C. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.
(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.
C. Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
(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)
True
(Ch. 1) New cars use embedded computers to make driving safer. (T/F)
True
