Understanding Bots and Their Impact

What percentage of active Twitter accounts are estimated to be bots?

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

• 20%

What is the Turing test used for?

• Evaluating the efficiency of algorithms

• Determining if a computer program can mimic human conversation

• Measuring computer processing speed

• Testing the security of computer networks

Why might a bot pose as a non-native English speaker?

• To bypass language filters

• To access international markets

• To justify language errors and appear more human

• To avoid detection by language experts

What psychological principle do bots use to gain followers?

• Authority bias

• Scarcity principle

• Reciprocity norm

• Social proof

How do bots typically spread their messages on social media?

• Through email campaigns

• By creating viral videos

• Through retweets and shares

• By sending direct messages

What is a major concern regarding bots in politics?

• They can hack into voting systems

• They can influence public opinion and votes

• They can fund political campaigns

• They can create fake political parties

What is one way social networks are combating the negative effects of bots?

• Increasing the number of human moderators

• Implementing stricter verification processes

• Developing AI to detect and remove bots

• Banning all automated accounts

What is Woebot designed to do?

• Offer cognitive behavioral therapy tools

• Teach programming skills

• Manage social media accounts

• Provide financial advice

What is a common characteristic of bot accounts?

• They have verified badges

• They post infrequently

• They use repetitive wording and excessive hashtags

• They have personalized profile pictures

What is a positive use of bots mentioned in the video?

• Spreading political messages

• Creating viral content

• Providing customer service

• Monitoring online security