Quiz on the Automation Paradox

What is the primary purpose of graphs in the "Automation Paradox"?¿Cuál es el propósito principal de los gráficos en la "Paradoja de la automatización"?

• To entertain the reader with visual content

  Entretener al lector con contenido visual.

• To illustrate the impact of automation on employment trends

  Para ilustrar el impacto de la automatización en las tendencias del empleo.

• To confuse the reader with complex data

  Confundir al lector con datos complejos.

• To summarize the article

  Para resumir el artículo

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CCSS.RI.8.6

What does the word "automation" mean in the context of the "Automation Paradox"?

• The use of human labor in production

• The manual operation of machines

• The use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention

• The decrease in technological advancements

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the author's main claim in the "Automation Paradox"?

¿Cuál es la principal afirmación del autor en la "Paradoja de la automatización"?

• Automation will always lead to job loss

  La automatización siempre conducirá a la pérdida de empleo

• Automation can create new opportunities even as it replaces some jobs

  La automatización puede crear nuevas oportunidades incluso aunque reemplace algunos puestos de trabajo

• Automation has no effect on the job market

  La automatización no tiene ningún efecto en el mercado laboral

• Automation should be avoided at all costs

  La automatización debe evitarse a toda costa

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.8

Why did the author include paragraph 5 in "Heads Up, Humans"?

• To provide a counterargument to the main claim

• To introduce a new topic unrelated to the article

• To summarize the main points of the article

• To offer a personal anecdote

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.6

How does "Heads Up, Humans" suggest humans can adapt to automation?

• By resisting technological change

• By improving their skills and embracing lifelong learning

• By ignoring technological advancements

• By relying solely on traditional education

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.9A

What is a potential negative effect of automation mentioned in the "Automation Paradox"?

¿Cuál es un posible efecto negativo de la automatización mencionado en la "Paradoja de la automatización"?

• Increased job satisfaction

  Mayor satisfacción laboral

• Higher wages for all workers

  Salarios más altos para todas las trabajadoras

• Job displacement for certain sectors

  Desplazamiento de empleo para determinados sectores

• More leisure time for employees

  Más tiempo libre para las empleadas

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.9A

In "Heads Up, Humans," what role do humans play in relation to machines?

• Humans are completely replaced by machines

• Humans work alongside machines to enhance productivity

• Humans are superior to machines in all tasks

• Humans are unaffected by machines

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which of the following is a benefit of automation according to the "Automation Paradox"?

• Decreased efficiency in production

• Increased costs for companies

• Enhanced productivity and efficiency

• Reduced innovation in industries

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.8

What strategy does "Heads Up, Humans" recommend for future employment?

• Specializing in one skill for life

• Focusing on skills that machines cannot replicate

• Avoiding new technology altogether

• Relying on outdated job markets

How does the "Automation Paradox" suggest society should respond to automation?

• Eliminate all automated processes

• Create policies to support workers affected by automation

• Ignore the effects of automation

• Encourage more manual labor jobs