Hidden figures Quiz

How did the introduction of the IBM 7090 impact the work of human computers at NASA?

• It rendered human computers obsolete.

• It augmented the speed and accuracy of complex calculations.

• It led to the reassignment of human computers to managerial roles.

• • It caused a decline in the quality of calculations due to machine errors.

Which programming language played a significant role in transitioning from human computers to electronic computing at NASA during the 1960s, as depicted in "Hidden Figures"?

• C++

• Fortan

• Python

• COBOL

What challenges did the team face in programming and utilizing the IBM 7090 for calculations in the movie?

• Compatibility issues with existing human-computed data

• Difficulty in understanding the computer's user interface

• Inability to handle complex mathematical equations

•  Learning and adapting to new programming languages

Which character in "Hidden Figures" demonstrated leadership by adapting to programming languages and technological advancements?

• Katherine Johnson

• Mary Jackson

• Dorothy Vaughan

• John Glenn

Which technological shift marked a significant turning point in computational mathematics at NASA during the 1960s in the movie?

• Introduction of electronic calculators

• Adoption of electronic computers like the IBM 7090

• Emergence of the IBM 360 series

• Advancement in slide rule technology

What role did accurate coding and calculations play in the success of space missions, as depicted in "Hidden Figures"?

• They were secondary to human intuition.

• They were only necessary for ground control, not in space.

• They were crucial for mission success and safety

• They were not emphasized in the movie.

How did the movie illustrate the collaboration between human mathematicians and electronic computers in solving complex problems for space exploration?

• It depicted a collaborative effort where humans and computers worked together.

• It showed the computers completely replacing human mathematicians.

• It portrayed humans and computers working independently on different aspects of the problem.

• It focused solely on human mathematicians without mentioning computers.

What advancements in computing technology were depicted in "Hidden Figures" that greatly influenced aerospace engineering and space exploration?

• Transition from vacuum tubes to transistors

• Evolution of punch card systems

• Shift from human-based computation to electronic computing

• Introduction of floppy disks

What challenges did Katherine Johnson face in implementing her mathematical formulas into computer programming for John Glenn's space mission?

• Resistance from her colleagues to embrace electronic computing

• Difficulty in operating the IBM 7090

• Lack of support from the computer technicians

• Ensuring compatibility and accuracy in computer language

What would you do if you were in Dorothy Vaughan's place?