What is the significance of the new precision measurement laboratory for NIST Boulder Labs?
NIST PML Dedication Ceremony

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It marks a milestone in their scientific endeavors.
It is a commercial laboratory for public use.
It is a temporary facility for experiments.
It is the first laboratory built by NIST.
2.
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Who is Dr. Patrick Gallagher in the context of the NIST Boulder Labs?
A local scientist working at the lab.
The director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
A guest speaker at the event.
A representative from the city of Boulder.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the source of funding for the new laboratory?
Private donations from local businesses.
A grant from the Recovery Act and NIST appropriations.
A loan from the federal government.
Crowdfunding from the public.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What kind of work is central to the role of NIST Boulder?
Developing new software applications.
Conducting research on atomic clocks and quantum computing.
Providing educational workshops.
Manufacturing electronic devices.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the mission of NIST as mentioned in the transcript?
To provide educational services to the public.
To define and implement a system of measurement for the United States.
To develop new technologies for commercial use.
To offer financial support to local businesses.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was highlighted as a key factor in the success of the laboratory's development?
The use of advanced technology.
The collaboration and teamwork across NIST and external partners.
The financial investment from private companies.
The recruitment of international scientists.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What future prospects does the new laboratory open for NIST Boulder?
It will be used for commercial purposes.
It will allow for the recruitment of top scientists globally.
It will be converted into a museum.
It will become a tourist attraction.
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