Technology and Society

Which of the following best describes how modern technology influences cultural norms?

• By erasing all previous cultural norms

• By enhancing communication across cultures

• By isolating cultures from each other

• By having no influence on cultural norms

How does technology generally affect employment?

• It diminishes all forms of employment

• It creates more jobs than it displaces

• It has no effect on employment levels

• It only displaces manual labor jobs

Which technology has had the largest impact on global trade?

• The steam engine

• The internet

• The printing press

• The telephone

How do technological advancements typically affect the economy?

• By slowing economic growth

• By causing economic downturns

• By stimulating economic development

• By having no impact on the economy

What is one major ethical concern with the rise of artificial intelligence?

• Increased human productivity

• Enhanced data processing capabilities

• Potential for increased surveillance

• Improved accuracy in data handling

What is the role of technology in improving public health?

• It has led to a decline in public health standards

• It has no impact on public health

How does social media influence public opinion?

• By limiting access to information

• By providing a platform for diverse viewpoints

• By reducing communication

• By enforcing government propaganda

Which of the following is a direct result of technological advancements in agriculture?

• Decreased crop yields

• Reduced variety of crop species

• Increased efficiency and production

• Higher dependence on manual labor

What impact has technology had on the arts?

• Decrease in artistic expression

• Diminishing cultural value of art

• Expansion of forms and methods of expression

• Isolation of artists from audiences

In terms of privacy, what is a concern raised by the proliferation of digital technologies?

• Increased security of personal information

• Decreased ability to collect data

• Reduced concerns about data breaches

• Potential for misuse of personal data