The Future of Work and Robots

What does RoboThespian jokingly claim it could do?

• Perform in a theater

• Take a human's job

• Sing and dance

• Cook meals

Between which years did the U.S. lose up to 670,000 jobs to robots?

• 1995 to 2005

• 1990 to 2007

• 2000 to 2010

• 1980 to 1995

What percentage of U.S. jobs are at risk of being automated according to a study from 2013?

• Over 60%

• Nearly 50%

• Almost 40%

• Nearly 25%

Which occupations are considered high-risk for automation?

• Education and training

• Transportation, logistics, and administrative support

• Creative arts and design

• Healthcare and social work

What historical transition is used to argue that automation will create new jobs?

• The shift from steam power to electricity

• The change from analog to digital technology

• The transition from horse-drawn carriages to automobiles

• The move from manual labor to factory work

Which industries are expected to add workers as a result of automation, according to a survey?

• Agriculture and mining

• Arts, entertainment, and recreation

• IT, customer service, and advanced manufacturing

• Real estate and construction

What human characteristics are mentioned as difficult for robots to replicate?

• Memory and calculation

• Creativity and innovation

• Empathy and compassion

• Humor and sarcasm

What is identified as a requirement for workers to coexist with robots in the workplace?

• Artistic ability

• Management experience

• Skills training

• Physical strength