Self-Driving Cars and Technology

The video explores the potential and challenges of self-driving cars, highlighting their ability to reduce accidents compared to human drivers. It includes a firsthand experience in an autonomous vehicle, discusses Waymo's technological advancements, and addresses ethical dilemmas like the trolley problem. The video also emphasizes the computational advantages of these cars while acknowledging risks such as hacking.

What is a common issue that self-driving cars share with computers?

• They can overheat.

• They can be hacked.

• They can run out of fuel.

• They can get lost.

How many people die in auto accidents worldwide each year?

• 750,000

• 1.25 million

• 500,000

• 2 million

What is the main goal of the technologist mentioned in the transcript?

• To reduce auto accidents with self-driving cars

• To eliminate traffic jams

• To make cars faster

• To create flying cars

What technology does Waymo use to create a 3D image of the world?

• Infrared sensors

• Lidars

• Sonar

• Cameras

Who is Jamie Waido and what is her role at Waymo?

• A lawyer specializing in self-driving car laws

• A lead systems engineer who worked on Mars rovers

• A marketing executive for Waymo

• A test driver for autonomous vehicles

What philosophical dilemma is associated with self-driving cars?

• The Paradox of Choice

• The Ship of Theseus

• The Trolley Problem

• The Prisoner's Dilemma

What should a self-driving car do to avoid the trolley problem scenario?

• Follow a fixed path

• Ignore obstacles

• Be more conservative

• Drive faster

How do computers in self-driving cars compare to humans in processing scenarios?

• They are slower but more accurate

• They are faster but less accurate

• They are faster and more accurate

• They are slower and less accurate

What is a potential risk associated with self-driving cars?

• They can run out of battery quickly

• They can be hacked

• They can get stuck in traffic

• They can malfunction in rain

What is the advantage of computers in self-driving cars when playing chess?

• They can play multiple games at once

• They can move pieces faster

• They can anticipate many moves ahead

• They can play without a board