iGCSE ICT Unit 3 - Sustainability in Digital Technology Quiz

Which of the following is a common method for recycling e-waste?

• Incineration

• Landfilling

• Mechanical shredding

• Ocean dumping

Arthur and Elsie are looking to buy a new laptop. What is one way they can ensure the laptop is energy-efficient?

• Using a device with a high wattage power supply

• Keeping the device on standby mode

• Using devices with Energy Star certification

• Using older models of devices

Which practice is considered sustainable in the manufacturing of digital devices?

• Using non-renewable resources

• Implementing a linear production model

• Using recycled materials in production

• Increasing the use of single-use plastics

What is a recommended way to extend the lifespan of a digital device?

• Frequently upgrading to the latest model

• Regularly updating software and firmware

• Using the device until it completely breaks down

• Avoiding any maintenance

The carbon footprint of technology can be reduced by (a)  

• Using devices with higher energy co
• Disposing of devices in landfills
• Opting for cloud computing services
• Using renewable energy sources for

Which of the following is an example of green software development?

• Writing code that requires high computational power

• Developing software that minimises energy consumption

• Creating software with frequent updates that require new hardware

• Ignoring the energy efficiency of the software

What is a significant environmental concern associated with e-waste?

• It decomposes quickly

• It releases harmful chemicals into the environment

• It is easily recyclable

• It has no impact on the environment

(a)   is a benefit of using energy-efficient devices.

• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
• Increased energy consumption
• Higher operational costs
• More pollution

What is one way to mitigate the environmental impact of digital devices during their production?

• Using more water in the manufacturing process

• Increasing the use of toxic chemicals

• Implementing a circular economy model

• Reducing the use of renewable resources

How can consumers contribute to reducing e-waste?

• Throwing old devices in the regular bin

• Donating or selling old devices

• Keeping unused devices in storage indefinitely

• Ignoring e-waste recycling programmes