ITE 115 - Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts » Spring 2022 » Module 1 Quiz

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Question #1
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?
A.   A humorous profile name
B.   No spelling and grammar mistakes
C.   A professional photo of you
D.   A PDF of your resume
Question #2
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.   Data scientist
B.   Help desk support
C.   System security
D.   System development
Question #3
Margot and Tomas have heard how beautiful the Swiss Alps are, but they are afraid to fly. What technology could they use to see and experience the Alps without flying there?
A.   embedded sensors
B.   robotics
C.   virtual reality (VR)
D.   GPS
Question #4
A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk, and then send a reminder to you on a wireless network.
A.   navigation systems
B.   sensors
C.   transistors
D.   kiosks
Question #5
The local community college wants to increase its online offerings. To do so, the college will most likely need to purchase a(n) ______.
A.   intelligent workplace platform
B.   learning management system (LMS)
C.   Ebook app
D.   intelligent classroom platform
Question #6
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.   Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
B.   The sprinkler she has to turn on and off when she wants to water her plants.
C.   Her hot water heater that has to be manually reset every time the power goes out.
D.   The carpet steamer she uses to clean her rugs when they get dirty.
Question #7
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 receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.
B.   His doctor will be able to monitor him through the use of a smartphone.
C.   His health records will now be stored in the cloud.
D.   He will not have to visit the doctor as frequently.
Question #8
_____ is an environment where processors are embedded in objects that communicate with one another via the Internet or wireless networks.
A.   Assistive technology
B.   An intelligent workplace
C.   Augmented reality
D.   The Internet of Things
Question #9
Sofie has strong people skills, listens well, and communicates effectively. Which technology career may be a good fit for her?
A.   IT consulting
B.   Software and apps
C.   Web marketing and social media
D.   Technology sales
Question #10
A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #11
How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing products?
A.   They have automated vehicles
B.   They have self-driving trucks.
C.   They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays.
D.   They use handheld computers/scanners.
Question #12
Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals?
A.   Discard old laptops and cell phones.
B.   Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices.
C.   Print copies of email messages.
D.   Become more active on social media.
Question #13
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 be sure to put a humorous quote on his site to show he has a funny side.
D.   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.
Question #14
_____ 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.   The digital divide
B.   A digital assistant
C.   An intelligent divide
D.   The Internet lag
Question #15
If you want to use evidence found on computers, networks, and other devices to help solve crimes, then which of the following careers is a match for you?
A.   Security specialist
B.   Data scientist
C.   Web analytics
D.   Digital forensics
Question #16
Which technology device could be used to view a patient’s internal organs?
A.   Mobile health record
B.   3-D printer
C.   Electronic bracelet
D.   Ingestible camera
Question #17
How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent?
A.   Drones will deliver their packages.
B.   GPS can be used to navigate traffic patterns.
C.   Automated vehicles will be developed.
D.   Scan codes can be used to track where a person is.
Question #18
Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?
A.   Augmented reality
B.   Digital citizenship
C.   Natural language processing
D.   Robotics
Question #19
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?
A.   They could put flyers in everyone’s mailbox.
B.   They could create a hashtag and post on social media.
C.   They could call all their neighbors.
D.   They could contact the newspaper to run an article.
Question #20
What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package?
A.   M2M
B.   LMS
C.   Scan code
D.   CAM
Question #21
Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to create written documents without using a keyboard?
A.   speech recognition software
B.   audio book
C.   closed captioning
D.   Braille printer
Question #22
How would you describe an intelligent workplace?
A.   It has a bring your own device (BYOD) policy allowing online collaboration.
B.   Its workers all telecommute and use the cloud.
C.   It holds meetings only via web conferencing and markets itself over social media.
D.   It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate.
Question #23
_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space.
A.   Natural language processing
B.   Internet of Things (IoT)
C.   Green computing
D.   Virtual reality (VR)
Question #24
How do advertisers use data to know which products would most likely appeal to you?
A.   They analyze your text messages sent to your friends.
B.   They monitor the television stations you watch.
C.   They track your movements on your Fitbit.
D.   They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and “likes.”
Question #25
An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #26
You work for a company that is losing sales because it takes days to manufacture products. What technology can you suggest the company use to speed production?
A.   computer-aided manufacturing
B.   telecommuting
C.   commercial virtual reality
D.   automated vehicles
Question #27
What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform?
A.   Repetitive tasks
B.   Group interaction
C.   Critical thinking
D.   Creative design work
Question #28
Sanjay, a middle school history teacher, has assigned his class to work in groups to create a presentation on the different legal systems around the world. Each group consists of three people in the class and one person from their pen pal class in India. How would you describe Sanjay’s use of technology?
A.   He is using technology to promote a school event and send emails.
B.   He is using technology to create an intelligent classroom with high tech printers.
C.   He is using technology to have students work cooperatively in groups and create a presentation.
D.   He is using technology to teach concepts and reduce the need for paper.
Question #29
Which of the following is an example of an embedded computer?
A.   adaptive cruise control system
B.   smartphone
C.   RFID tags
D.   Apple II
Question #30
Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability?
A.   on-screen keyboards
B.   screen readers
C.   captioning software
D.   colorful webpages
Question #31
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?
A.   Self-driving cars are often ticketed for speeding.
B.   Self-driving cars are known for running red lights.
C.   Self-driving cars rely too much on GPS and turn on closed roads.
D.   Self-driving cars contribute to accidents caused by distracted driving.
Question #32
Tameka is expecting a baby and her partner wants to make sure he can get her to the hospital on the day of delivery using the fastest route possible regardless of time of day. How should he decide which technology to use?
A.   He should choose an app with augmented reality that displays points of interest as he drives.
B.   He should choose a product that uses natural language processing, so he can type in where he wants to go.
C.   He should choose a navigation app with artificial intelligence that can provide information about preferred routes.
D.   He should choose a digital assistant that guesses where he wants to go based on the date.
Question #33
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?
A.   A mobile health app (mHealth)
B.   An intelligent workplace
C.   A learning management system (LMS)
D.   A BYOD (bring your own device)
Question #34
Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software?
A.   to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents
B.   to take classes or earn a degree online
C.   to promote company events and products
D.   to perform work that is too dangerous, detailed, or monotonous for a single person
Question #35
What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?
A.   embedded computers
B.   robotics
C.   artificial intelligence (AI)
D.   virtual reality (VR)
Question #36
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?
A.   Mobile classroom
B.   Information classroom
C.   Intelligent classroom
D.   Technology classroom
Question #37
  
A.   Information Technology
B.   Human Resources
C.   Engineering
D.   Personal Computing
Question #38
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 using virtual reality.
B.   It is serving as a digital assistant.
C.   It is a type of artificial intelligence.  
D.   It is acting as a robot.
Question #39
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.   Training and support
B.   Research and software development
C.   Information security
D.   Technical support
Question #40
Which of the following is a technology designed for use in manufacturing?
A.   web analytics
B.   machine-to-machine (M2M) communications
C.   electronic monitoring bracelets
D.   bring your own device (BYOD)
Question #41
Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health?
A.   Physicians can monitor patients using digital devices through the use of a smartphone.
B.   Patients can receive text reminders to take medications.
C.   Health records are stored in the cloud.
D.   The need for visits to the doctor’s office is increased.
Question #42
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?
A.   The developers were creating virtual reality.
B.   The developers were using artificial intelligence.
C.   The developers were exploring the use of embedded computers.
D.   The developers were on the verge of discovering augmented reality.
Question #43
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.   Adding photos of yourself.
D.   Using humor or informal names.
Question #44
How is a microprocessor different from an integrated circuit?
A.   Microprocessors include tape and disk storage whereas integrated circuits are part of an operating system.
B.   Microprocessors are faster, smaller and less expensive than integrated circuits.
C.   Microprocessors are the size of your thumb and integrated circuits are the size of your hand.
D.   Microprocessors control the flow of electrons and integrated circuits control the flow of protons.
Question #45
Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use?
A.   Apple
B.   Intel
C.   Dell
D.   IBM
Question #46
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 GPS that is avoiding traffic and hazardous conditions.
B.   The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.
C.   The computer that is finding the fastest route for the driver.
D.   The phone that her brother will use when he receives the package.

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