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WorksheetsComputer Science AS Level Ethics, Software and AI
Total questions: 70
Worksheet time: 35mins
What is machine learning?
Machine learning is the development of algorithms and statistical models that enable computers to learn and improve from experience without being explicitly programmed.
Machine learning is the practice of manually inputting data into computers
Machine learning is the study of mechanical systems and robotics
Machine learning is the process of teaching computers to think like humans
Give an example of a real-world application of machine learning.
Online shopping carts
Weather forecasting
Social media marketing
Recommendation systems
Explain the concept of robotics in the field of artificial intelligence.
Robotics in AI focuses on developing intelligent machines that can perceive, learn, and act in various environments.
Robotics in AI is solely focused on creating physical robots without any connection to artificial intelligence.
Robotics in AI is a concept that involves using animals instead of machines to perform intelligent tasks.
Robotics in AI focuses on developing intelligent machines that can perceive, learn, and act in various environments.
How are robots used in industries?
Robots are used in industries for tasks such as assembly, welding, painting, packaging, and material handling.
Robots are used in industries for interpretive dance performances.
Robots are used in industries for skydiving and bungee jumping.
Robots are used in industries for cooking and baking.
What are some potential risks associated with the use of robotics in society?
Job displacement, privacy concerns, ethical dilemmas, security vulnerabilities, potential misuse
Increased job opportunities, Improved efficiency, Enhanced safety measures
Why is data privacy important in the context of artificial intelligence?
Data privacy safeguards personal information, maintains trust, and reduces bias in AI.
Data privacy is irrelevant in AI
Data privacy hinders innovation in AI
Data privacy increases efficiency in AI
How can individuals protect their data privacy in the age of AI?
Be cautious about sharing personal information, use strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication, update privacy settings, avoid clicking on suspicious links, use antivirus software, and be mindful of app permissions.
Share personal information freely
Use weak passwords
Ignore privacy settings
Describe the impact of machine learning on job automation.
Machine learning has automated repetitive tasks, improved decision-making processes, and optimized resource allocation.
Machine learning has reduced the need for skilled workers
Machine learning has increased job opportunities
Machine learning has no impact on job automation
What are some ways to address the potential job displacement caused by AI?
Abolishing labor laws
Encouraging job outsourcing
Implementing universal basic income
Implementing education and training programs, job retraining policies, promoting entrepreneurship, and establishing regulations.
How can companies ensure ethical AI practices in their products and services?
Implement transparent algorithms, regularly audit AI systems, obtain user consent for data usage, and prioritize fairness and accountability.
Keep AI algorithms secret and unaccountable
Use biased datasets without validation
Ignore user feedback and complaints
Discuss the role of regulations in safeguarding data privacy in the digital age.
Regulations set standards and guidelines for data privacy, ensuring individuals have control over their data and companies handle it responsibly.
Regulations have no impact on data privacy
Data privacy is not a concern in the digital age
Companies should have unrestricted access to individuals' data
What are some challenges in implementing ethical guidelines for AI technologies?
Lack of technological advancement
Bias in algorithms, lack of transparency, accountability issues, privacy concerns, difficulty of enforcing regulations
Overregulation stifling innovation
Public acceptance and trust
Explain the concept of bias in machine learning algorithms.
Bias in machine learning algorithms is the error introduced by approximating a real-world problem, which may be perfectly represented by the model.
Bias in machine learning algorithms is the error introduced by approximating a real-world problem, which may be too complex to be represented accurately by the model.
Bias in machine learning algorithms is the error introduced by approximating a real-world problem, which may be too random to be represented accurately by the model.
Bias in machine learning algorithms is the error introduced by approximating a real-world problem, which may be too simple to be represented accurately by the model.
How can bias in AI systems be mitigated?
Ensuring diverse and representative training data, regular auditing, involving diverse teams, and implementing fairness-aware algorithms.
Excluding diverse teams from the process
Using biased algorithms
Ignoring diversity in training data
In what ways can artificial intelligence contribute positively to society?
AI can cause job loss and unemployment
AI can lead to privacy concerns and data security risks
AI can improve healthcare, transportation, energy consumption, disaster response, and education.
AI can perpetuate biases and discrimination in decision-making processes
Stimulation of human intelligence which is processed by machines is called ______________
Artificial Intelligence
Vision Systems
Natural Language
How does an AI device learn and think?
It hacks our computer
It accepts data and trains itself, then creates a model
It hacks our brain
None of the above
Which one of these is not an area of AI?
Computer Vision
Voice Recognition
Web Design
Robotics
Which is true?
Robots are replacing humans which will take jobs away from humans.
Robots are replacing humans which will create new and different jobs for humans.
Recognizing ___ in data is an important part of machine learning.
text
patterns
images
Machines can learn to perform better with experience.
True
False
When a computer can be taught to recognize patterns
Machine Learning
Robot
A device or machine that can automatically perform tasks
Neural Network
Robot
In machine learning, Once patterns have been recognized, machines can begin to make ___ based on patterns.
songs
pictures
predictions
Why will an increase in robots in the workforce create more jobs?
Robots will begin to take over
A human will need to program the robots
Natural Language AI algorithms that learn by example are the reason we can talk to machines and they can talk back to us.
True
False
Can't Say
Neither True nor False
The ability of a computer to interact and
understand different human languages
computer vision
robotics
Natural Language Processing
Which of the following is a scenario where an AI is being asked to make an ETHICAL decision?
A self-driving car can only avoid one of two pedestrians and must choose which
A chess computer must choose its next move
A voice assistant is asked to schedule an appointment on the user's calendar
A voice assistant is asked whether the user will need an umbrella today
Artificial Intelligence is the process that allows computers to learn and make decisions like humans
True
False
Many people question whether an AI can make ethical decisions. What do we mean by ETHICS?
The laws of a particular country
The rules of behavior imposed by a programmer or the AI creator
A set of moral principles
Human emotions
Which of these is NOT an AI technology
Facial recognition
Image recognition
Robotics
Animation
What is AI used for?
Healthcare
Transportation
Education
All of the Above
AI is capable of performing tasks like:
Object Detection
Decision Making
Solving Complex problems
None of these
Which of these would not be considered unethical?
Using a top ten list in a report and citing the source
Pretending to be a college student in a chat room
Copying for your own use the software that a friend bought
Posting falsehoods about a teacher that has made you angry
It is ethical to use people's computer resources with authorization or proper compensation.
True
False
A student uses the copy and paste commands to place large parts of an electronic encyclopedia article into an assigned paper. They turn the paper in as their own work.
Ethical
Unethical
Sam buys a new band's CD but decides he doesn't like the singer, so he resells the CD on eBay.
Ethical
Unethical
Why does software need a license?
This is how it is bought and sold.
To protect the intellectual property of its creator(s).
To make it more difficult to buy.
So that it doesn't break privacy laws.
Which one is ONE type of license?
proprietary
utility
middleware
operating system
Open Source software can be edited / developed by anyone.
False
True
Source code is...
a text listing of commands to be compiled or assembled into an executable computer program.
code that is designed to run virtual machines on different platforms.
code run from a browser.
a command-line interface.
EULA stands for...
end user license agreement.
entry level license activation.
end user lamington agreement.
entry user license activation.
The two main types of software are...
system and application software.
operating and source code software.
user and network software.
server and personal software.
How does the Copyright Act apply to software developers?
Ensuring respect and credit is given for the intellectual work and property of others.
Software can be copied if it is open source.
Developers have to respect the privacy of others in the system.
Developers have to keep information confidential.
Which of the following is NOT a reason why copyright law exists?
Because intellectual property is protected.
To prevent unauthorised copying of work.
To ensure personal information and data is secured.
To allow others to have fair dealing over copyrighted material.
Certain computing projects in education and science are free and maintained by a diverse community of people. Their software is usually distributed as:
open source
charity
off the shelf
Open source software is free
true
false
Sometimes
Software that you can but but do not have access to the actual code is called
Bespoke
Proprietary
Open Source
Off the shelf
Off the shelf is called that because
you used to pick the box off the shelf in a shop
the code sits on a shelf within the hard drive
Proprietary software always costs money
true
false
You have just purchased licensed software and want to install it. Which of the following are you required to enter to install this software?
Your name and contact information
The product key
The serial number of your processor
None of these
When thinking of software compatibility, which two factors matter most?
If the software will work with other software on the computer and If the software comes with automatic updates
If the software will work with the operating system and If the minimum hardware requirements are met
Software whose source code is freely available and can be changed and distributed.
Closed source
Free and open source software
Software which is distributed for no cost.
Freeware
Shareware
Concurrent licence
Proprietary Software is distributed by a community of individuals and is available for free
true
false
