U1: Tech Use

Question 1

Cell phone games and apps often release dopamine, which drugs cause a similar reaction in our brains?

Answer 1

nicotine or cocaine

Question 2

what is typically not an ergonomic consideration?

Answer 2

cost

Question 3

A peripheral device…

Answer 3

increases the usability

Question 4

Within a computer, CPU stands for

Answer 4

Central Processing Unit

Question 5

‘asdf’ is on a keyboard’s home row.

Answer 5

true

Question 6

Your computer’s RAM serves this function.

Answer 6

temporary storage unit

Question 7

When ten finger typing, you would not typically use your index finger to hit this letter

Answer 7

i

Question 8

what is NOT considered a peripheral device?

Answer 8

power supply

Question 9

As highlighted in the episode of Vice News, one of the significant changes that AI is making for people is that it is …

Answer 9

replacing human decision making

Question 10

what is the most common forms of ergonomic injuries?

Answer 10

Musculoskeletal

Question 11

Ergonomics are…

Answer 11

the interaction of workers and their work environment.

Question 12

A standard keyboard is sometimes referred to as a ‘QWERTY’ keyboard.

Answer 12

true

Question 13

People recycle eWaste because it contains…

Answer 13

valuable metals

Question 14

When setting up an ergonomic workspace, you the most important considerations are the following:

Answer 14

lighting, posture, seat height & monitor position

Question 15

AI stands for …

Answer 15

Artificial Intelligence

Question 16

For ergonomic purposes, it is recommended you take a break of a minute or so, from your device(s), every…

Answer 16

30 minutes

Question 17

Cell phone usage is starting to have noticeable impacts on people’s physical state.

Answer 17

true

Question 18

Why is eWaste often sent overseas?

Answer 18

any of the above

Question 19

Improper use of keyboards is one of the world’s most common and expensive workplace injuries.

Answer 19

true

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT considered a peripheral device?

Answer 20

power supply

Question 21

Within a computer, CPU stands for

Answer 21

Central Processing Unit

Question 22

Assistive Technology is only for people with disabilities.

Answer 22

false

Question 23

‘Hunt & Peck’ typing is OK, from an ergonomic perspective.

Answer 23

false

Question 24

As shown in a number of videos in class, North American eWaste recyclers can not always be trusted because…

Answer 24

they often ship the waste to places where regulations are not as ‘tight’

Question 25

This is a type of assistive technology available to you.

Answer 25

any of the above

Question 26

eWaste is extremely harmful to our environment because ..

Answer 26

they release harmful chemicals and materials released into the land