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OCR H446 - 1.5 Ethical and Legal Issues- Computer Systems - 01

Total questions: 55

Worksheet time: 28mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is being described below:

Relates to the behavior that is right or wrong.

a)

Moral Issues

b)

Social Issues

c)

Ethical Issues

d)

Cultural Issues

2.

What is being described below:

Relates to society and its organisation.

a)

Moral Issues

b)

Social Issues

c)

Ethical Issues

d)

Cultural Issues

3.

What is being described below:

Relates to moral principles that govern an individuals behaviours.

a)

Moral Issues

b)

Social Issues

c)

Ethical Issues

d)

Cultural Issues

4.

What is being described below:

Relates to ideas, customs and social behaviours in society.

a)

Moral Issues

b)

Social Issues

c)

Ethical Issues

d)

Cultural Issues

5.

Technological impacts can either be opportunites or risks, which is described:

Ways the technology can be used to benefit.

a)

Opportunities

b)

Risks

6.

Technological impacts can either be opportunites or risks, which is described:

Ways the technology can be exploited.

a)

Opportunities

b)

Risks

7.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data subject has the right to access data held about them.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

8.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data subject has the right to access data held about them.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

9.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data subject has the right to have their data erased.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

10.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data subject has the right to have their data corrected.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

11.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data subject has the right to have their data kept only as long as it is necessary.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

12.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data subject has the right to have their data only used for the purpose stated.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

13.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data subjects data must be accurate and up-to-date.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

14.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data collected must not be excessive and must be relevant.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

15.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data must be kept secure.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

16.

Which statement about the data protection act is true?

a)

The data must be kept secure.

b)

This protects against malware.

c)

Installing software can help a company comply to this act.

d)

Consent must be obtained each time data is used.

17.

Which law does the following scenario relate to:

A UK company decides to store a database of its customers on a cloud service in another country without informing the customers first, giving them a choice to opt-out.

a)

The Data Protection Act 2018

b)

The Computer Misuse Act 1990

c)

The Freedom of Information Act 2000

d)

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1998

18.

Which law does the following scenario relate to:

A disgruntled employee decides to publish the email addresses of all the customers on The Internet in a revenge attack against the company they used to work for.

a)

The Data Protection Act 2018

b)

The Computer Misuse Act 1990

c)

The Freedom of Information Act 2000

d)

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1998

19.

Which law does the following scenario relate to:

A parent is in dispute with a school about a fight that may have taken place and asks for the pastoral record of another child. The school refuses to provide this data to the parent.

a)

The Data Protection Act 2018

b)

The Computer Misuse Act 1990

c)

The Freedom of Information Act 2000

d)

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1998

20.

The Computer Misuse Act 1990 makes it illegal to:

a)

Store data for longer than is necessary.

b)

Copy, modify or distribute software.

c)

Make unauthorised access to data.

d)

Publish data from public authorities.

21.

The Computer Misuse Act 1990 makes it illegal to:

a)

Install executable files on another computer that does not belong to you

b)

Use distribution lists for marketing emails

c)

Gain access to secure systems with the intent to commit further offences

d)

Gain access to secure systems to update inaccurate data

22.

Which law does the following scenario relate to:

A student creates a key logging application that sits unnoticed in the background on a PC in a school computer room. Later in the day the student accesses a log of the usernames and passwords entered during the day.

a)

The Data Protection Act 2018

b)

The Computer Misuse Act 1990

c)

The Freedom of Information Act 2000

d)

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1998

23.

The Computer Misuse Act 1990 makes it illegal to:

a)

Distribute malware.

b)

Sending marketing emails without consent.

c)

Prevent access to data.

d)

Copy, modify or distributive software.

24.

Which law does the following scenario relate to:

A company uses images from a well known search engine in their publicity material without applying any filters to their search for appropriate pictures.

a)

The Data Protection Act 2018

b)

The Computer Misuse Act 1990

c)

The Freedom of Information Act 2000

d)

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1998

25.

The copyright Design and Patents Act 1988 makes it illegal to:

a)

Gain access to secure systems with the intent to commit further offences

b)

Distribute malware

c)

Install executable files on another computer that does not belong to you

d)

Distribute intellectual property without permission of the author

26.

Which law does the following scenario relate to:

A student copies music from a CD to play on their mobile phone.

a)

The Data Protection Act 2018

b)

The Computer Misuse Act 1990

c)

The Freedom of Information Act 2000

d)

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1998

27.

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act allows various public bodies the right to:

a)

Demand ISPs provide access to a customer’s communication

b)

Blanket interception of communications without cause

c)

Copy material without consent of the author

d)

Enter private properties without a warrant

28.

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act allows various public bodies the right to:

a)

Close down companies who violate the law

b)

Allow monitoring of an individual’s internet activities

c)

Data mining

d)

Prevent individuals from entering or leaving the UK

29.

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act allows various public bodies the right to:

a)

Remove an individual's British citizenship

b)

Demand access be granted to protected information

c)

Collect any data it requires

d)

Prevent individuals from entering or leaving the UK

30.

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act allows various public bodies the right to:

a)

Enter private properties without a warrant

b)

Prevent the existence of interception activities being revealed in court

c)

Ignore data protection laws

d)

The arrest and holding of an individual without charge

31.

The copyright Design and Patents Act 1988 makes it illegal to:

a)

Gain access to secure systems with the intent to commit further offences

b)

Distribute malware

c)

Install executable files on another computer that does not belong to you

d)

Distribute intellectual property without permission of the author

32.

Which law does the following scenario relate to:

'regulation of the powers of public bodies to carry out surveillance, investigation and interception of communications'?

a)

The Data Protection Act 2018

b)

The Computer Misuse Act 1990

c)

Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (2000)

d)

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1998

33.

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act allows various public bodies the right to:

a)

Close down companies who violate the law

b)

Distribute malware

c)

Demand ISPs fit equipment to facilitate surveillance

d)

The arrest and holding of an individual without charge

34.

Which of the following is usually true about automated decision making?

a)

It usually costs less to install than employing a human for the same task

b)

The system is not available 24 hours a day

c)

It is much slower to deliver a decision

d)

It is less convenient for the end user of the system

35.

Which of the following is usually true about automated decision making?

a)

It is much slower to deliver a decision

b)

It usually costs more to install than employing a human for the same task

c)

It is less convenient for the end user of the system

d)

The system is available 24 hours a day

36.

Which of the following is usually true about automated decision making?

a)

It is much slower to deliver a decision

b)

It is more convenient for the end user of the system

c)

It usually costs more to install than employing a human for the same task

d)

The system is not available 24 hours a day

37.

Which of the following is usually true about automated decision making?

a)

It is much quicker to deliver a decision

b)

The system is not available 24 hours a day

c)

It usually costs more to install than employing a human for the same task

d)

It is less convenient for the end user of the system

38.

An individual applies for a personal loan online. The website uses algorithms and auto credit searching to provide an immediate yes/no decision on the application. Which the following is true?

a)

The individual does not have a legal right to have the decision reviewed

b)

The company is breaking the law by not having a human involved in the decisions process

c)

It violates the Data Protection Act

d)

The individual has a legal right to have the decision reviewed

39.

A high street bank has been replaced with a mobile banking unit that visits a town once a week. One impact of this is that:

a)

The bank is able to reduce costs

b)

The bank can employ more people

c)

It is easier for local businesses to get change

d)

It is more convenient for the residents

40.

A high street bank has been replaced with a mobile banking unit that visits a town once a week. One impact of this is that:

a)

It is easier for local businesses to get change

b)

It is less convenient for the residents

c)

Other local businesses are likely to get more trade

d)

The bank can employ more people

41.

What one advantage does using robotics have over people for the same task?

a)

They never have down-time

b)

They are able to make one-off bespoke products more easily

c)

They can usually produce the same output more quickly

d)

They require training

42.

What one advantage does using robotics have over people for the same task?

a)

They never have down-time

b)

They are able to make one-off bespoke products more easily

c)

They are very precise

d)

They are cheap

43.

If a decision is taken for an individual which is significant and that decision was taking using personal data processed solely by automated means what right does the individual have?

a)

The individual has all the rights listed

b)

Have the right to be informed as soon as practicably possible after the decisions has been made

c)

Have the right to have the automated decision reviewed

d)

Have the right to give notice that automated decisions not be taken

44.

Which of the following are valid moral and ethical questions to consider in the pursuit of artificial intelligence?

a)

Should an AI be allowed to self correct and self improve without human intervention?

b)

All of these are correct

c)

Should a true AI have rights and protections?

d)

Who is responsible if an AI harms someone or breaks the law?

45.

The characteristics of a computer system capable of learning and reasoning is known as what?

a)

Machine learning

b)

Human intelligence

c)

Virtual intelligence

d)

Artificial intelligence

46.

One valid environmental concern with computing technology is:

a)

Computers are completely recycled

b)

Data centres reduce energy consumption

c)

Manufacturing computers uses mostly renewable energy

d)

Computers contain toxic materials

47.

One valid environmental concern with computing technology is:

a)

Data centres use a lot of electricity

b)

Computers contain all non-toxic materials

c)

Manufacturing computers uses mostly renewable energy

d)

Computers are completely recycled

48.

One valid environmental concern with computing technology is:

a)

Computers contain all non-toxic materials

b)

Computers are completely recycled

c)

Manufacturing computers often uses fossil fuels

49.

One valid environmental concern with computing technology is:

a)

Computers contain all non-toxic materials

b)

Data centres reduce energy consumption

c)

There are only a limited number of natural resources

d)

Computers are completely recycled

50.

What is one reason why a Government may decide to restrict access to the internet?

a)

They don't understand what it can be used for

b)

To protect their industry

c)

To prevent political unrest

d)

To ensure natural resources are protected

51.

What is one reason why a Government may decide to restrict access to the internet?

a)

To preserve their culture

b)

To ensure natural resources are protected

c)

They don't understand what it can be used for

d)

To protect their industry

52.

The NHS stores vast amounts of information on past medical treatments, cures, trials, success rates, patient diagnosis and more. With data mining it is possible to analyse this data easily. Which of the following is a valid ethical concern?

a)

I could be used to enhance current treatment techniques

b)

It can be used to find potential new cures

c)

It could be used to suggest improvements to diagnostic methods

d)

The process shouldn’t invade an individuals right to privacy

53.

A programmer is working on designs for the interface of a software product. He has chosen to use a colour palette made up mainly of reds. What meaning will this colour convey to the users of the software?

a)

Love, sacrifice and romance

b)

Luck and prosperity

c)

Angry, warning and danger

d)

It will mean different things to different people

54.

A programmer is working on designs for the interface of a software product. He is having to decide on the order, position and layout of text fields and other components for its interface. Which would be the preferred choice?

a)

Bottom to top and right to left

b)

Top to bottom and left to right

c)

It would depend on the primary country / culture the product is aimed at

d)

Top to bottom and right to left

55.

What is the correct definition of the phrase colour paradigms?

a)

The significance and meaning of colour in different societies

b)

None of these

c)

The choice of colour palette when designing a programs interface

d)

The way different choices of colours are used together