The Automation Paradox. (1) (2) (3) (4)

What does the phrase "automation isn’t just for blue-collar workers anymore" suggest?

• Automation is now affecting both blue-collar and white-collar workers.

• Automation has only impacted blue-collar jobs.

• Automation is less impactful on white-collar jobs.

• Blue-collar workers have new opportunities due to automation.

What concerns are raised by automation in white-collar jobs?

• Increased unemployment among professional workers.

• More training programs for white-collar workers.

• An increase in job opportunities in blue-collar fields.

• Less job satisfaction for blue-collar workers.

According to the passage, how do Brynjolfsson and McAfee view automation?

• As a positive influence on the economy.

• As a threat to middle-class stability.

• As an unnecessary technological advancement.

• As beneficial only for white-collar jobs.

What is implied by the term "Great Recession"?

• A period of fast economic growth.

• A serious economic downturn affecting employment.

• A time when blue-collar jobs were growing rapidly.

• A recent surge in technology-driven employment.

What does “hollowing out” suggest about the middle class?

• It is expanding rapidly.

• It is shrinking and becoming weaker.

• It is becoming wealthier.

• It is growing more powerful.

Why might some people experience "robot panic"?

• They fear robots will take all human jobs.

• They are excited about robotics technology.

• They believe robots will improve employment.

• They are worried robots are too expensive.

What are Brynjolfsson and McAfee concerned about in the long-term effects of automation?

• A future with no technological advancement.

• The possibility of persistent unemployment.

• More blue-collar job growth.

• The elimination of all manual jobs.

Which of the following best defines "redistribute wealth" in the context of automation’s impact?

• Moving wealth to support those most affected by job losses.

• Creating more wealth for all workers.

• Increasing salaries for blue-collar workers.

• Investing more money into technology sectors.

How might automation change the future of work, based on Paragraph 1?

• By shifting jobs from professional roles to blue-collar ones.

• By creating a world with fewer middle-class jobs.

• By increasing jobs in every sector.

• By offering more jobs with higher salaries.

What is the main message of Paragraph 2?

• Automation always leads to job loss.

• Automation can create employment opportunities if workers adapt.

• Only certain industries benefit from automation.

• Automation should be avoided.