Quiz on Artificial Neural Networks

What is the primary function of an artificial neural network (ANN)?

• To perform mathematical calculations

• To create visual graphics

• To store data in a database

• To process information like a biological brain

Which component of a biological neuron receives signals from other neurons?

• Synapse

• Axon

• Soma

• Dendrites

What is the purpose of weights in an ANN?

• To modify the strength of the input signals

• To determine the speed of processing

• To connect neurons physically

• To store the output data

Which learning method involves providing a target output for each input?

• Unsupervised Learning

• Self-Organizing Learning

• Reinforcement Learning

• Supervised Learning

What is the activation function used for in an ANN?

• To calculate the weights

• To determine the output signal from the input signal

• To store the input data

• To connect different layers

Which of the following is a characteristic of biological neurons?

• They do not communicate with each other

• They can learn from experience

• They have a fixed number of connections

• They can only process binary data

What does the term 'threshold' refer to in the context of ANNs?

• The maximum number of neurons in a layer

• The speed of data processing

• The minimum input required for a neuron to fire

• The total number of connections in the network

Which of the following is NOT a type of learning algorithm in ANNs?

• Unsupervised Learning

• Supervised Learning

• Reinforcement Learning

• Predictive Learning

What is the main advantage of using neural networks for pattern recognition?

• They are easier to implement

• They can model non-linear relationships

• They require less data

• They are faster than traditional algorithms

In which year was the Perceptron model introduced?

• 1972

• 1943

• 1986

• 1958