EXIT TICKET: Telecommunications

What is telecommunications?

• Communication without a verbal element

• Communication of voice, data and other signals across a distance

• Expression of feelings and thoughts

• Expression of instructions

Answer explanation

Telecommunications refers to the transmission of voice, data, and other signals over distances, making it essential for modern communication. The correct choice captures this broad definition, unlike the other options.

Which of the following do cellular phones use to exchange voice and data?

• Telephone lines

• Internet connections

• Television signals

• Radio frequencies

Answer explanation

Cellular phones use radio frequencies to transmit voice and data wirelessly. This allows for mobile communication without the need for physical connections like telephone lines or internet cables.

When is audio conferencing most successful?

• When participants are notified ahead of time

• When participants are in the same city

• When participants are visually impaired

• When participants are familiar with one another

Answer explanation

Audio conferencing is most successful when participants are familiar with one another, as this fosters better communication and understanding, leading to more effective discussions.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of teleconferencing?

• Increases efficiency

• Decreases travel costs

• Decreases technology costs

• Increases interaction between sites

Answer explanation

Decreasing technology costs is not a typical benefit of teleconferencing, as initial setup and maintenance can be significant. The other options highlight clear advantages of teleconferencing.

One of the benefits of telecommuting is the ability to balance _________ and _________.

• Work; internet use

• Work; drive time

• Work; free time

• Work; family

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Work; family' because telecommuting allows individuals to better manage their professional responsibilities alongside family commitments, enhancing work-life balance.

Business or commercial transactions occurring over the internet is __________.

• Email

• E-commerce

• Intranet

• Telecommuting

Answer explanation

E-commerce refers to business or commercial transactions conducted online, making it the correct answer. Email is for communication, intranet is a private network, and telecommuting involves working remotely.

Ann needs to send a hard copy of a document to another office within her company, and it needs to be there today. Which method of telecommunication should she use?

• Text message

• Voice mail

• Mail

• Fax machine

Answer explanation

The fax machine is the best choice for sending a hard copy quickly. It transmits documents instantly over phone lines, ensuring Ann's document arrives today, unlike mail which takes longer.

__________ allows users to see who is online and easily allows two people to communicate immediately.

• Faxing

• Email

• Instant messaging

• Teleconferencing

Answer explanation

Instant messaging allows users to see who is online and facilitates immediate communication between two people, making it the correct choice. Other options like faxing and email do not provide real-time interaction.