WorksheetsComputer Concepts Module 1
Total questions: 27
Worksheet time: 14mins
Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use?
IBM
Dell
Apple
Intel
New cars use embedded computers to make driving safer?
True
False
What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?
robotics
artificial intelligence (AI)
virtual reality (VR)
embedded computers
Emma tried to explain to her mother that computers are everywhere. Her mother does not believe her, and challenges Emma to find a computer in their home, as she knows she does not own a computer. Which of the following examples do you think Emma would show her mother as example of computer?
Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
Her hot water heater that has to be manually reset every time the power goes out.
The sprinkler she has to turn on and off when she wants to water her plants.
The carpet steamer she uses to clean her rugs when they get dirty.
You are on vacation and want to see where all the restaurants and trendy shops are in relation to your hotel. You remember there is an app on your phone that will use your location and show you that information. What is the app using?
Chip-and-pin technology
Augmented reality
Kiosk
Digital literacy
_____ is an environment where processors are embedded in objects that communicate with one another via the Internet or wireless networks.
The Internet of Things
An intelligent workplace
Augmented reality
Assistive technology
Which of the following is an example of an embedded computer?
adaptive cruise control system
Apple II
smartphone
RFID tags
Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her compete in a hearing world?
A braille printer can be used to print documents.
Screen reader software can be used to read what is on the screen.
Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
Voice output software can be used to translate what she is saying to text.
_____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not.
The digital divide
The Internet lag
A digital assistant
An intelligent divide
Simone just received a letter from her health care provider telling her she can create an account online that will give her access to all her health records. How would you describe what her provider is encouraging his patients to engage with?
A learning management system (LMS)
An intelligent workplace
A BYOD (bring your own device)
A mobile health app (mHealth)
_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space.
Virtual reality (VR)
Internet of Things (IoT)
Natural language processing
Green computing
Margot and Tomas have heard how beautiful the Swiss Alps are, but they are afraid to fly. What technology could they use to see and experience the Alps without flying there?
robotics
embedded sensors
virtual reality (VR)
GPS
If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology.
True
False
Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?
Robotics
Natural language processing
Augmented reality
Digital citizenship
Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability?
screen readers
colorful webpages
captioning software
on-screen keyboards
Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to create written documents without using a keyboard?
closed captioning
speech recognition software
Braille printer
audio book
You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out.
True
False
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for adaptive technologies.
True
False
An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company’s network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.
True
False
How would you describe an intelligent workplace?
Its workers all telecommute and use the cloud.
It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate.
It has a bring your own device (BYOD) policy allowing online collaboration.
It holds meetings only via web conferencing and markets itself over social media.
At the beginning of the school year, each classroom was given one box of copy paper to make all their copies for the year. How do you think the teachers will be able to make that one box last all year long?
Email all the documents home, so the students can print them out there.
Have students share copies and rotate who turns it in so each time one student gets a grade.
Ask each parent to donate a box of paper so more copies can be made.
Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts.
How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent?
Scan codes can be used to track where a person is.
GPS can be used to navigate traffic patterns.
Automated vehicles will be developed.
Drones will deliver their packages.
Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health?
Health records are stored in the cloud.
The need for visits to the doctor’s office is increased.
Physicians can monitor patients using digital devices through the use of a smartphone.
Patients can receive text reminders to take medications.
Which of the following is a technology designed for use in manufacturing?
electronic monitoring bracelets
machine-to-machine (M2M) communications
bring your own device (BYOD)
web analytics
What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform?
Critical thinking
Creative design work
Group interaction
Repetitive tasks
What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers?
Including links to videos you have created.
Enabling privacy settings on social media sites.
Using humor or informal names.
Adding photos of yourself.
The first generation of computers used microprocessors.
True
False
