WorksheetsPrelim Exam - AI101 - Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 30mins
The ability of an intelligent system to solve complex problems by following a structured sequence of rational steps.
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The capacity of a system to improve its performance on a specific task over time by analyzing past data.
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The ability to understand the environment by acquiring and interpreting sensory information.
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A core focus of AI that encompasses both the understanding and generation of human language.
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A test proposed in 1950 to determine if a machine's behavior is indistinguishable from a human’s.
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The 1980 argument by John Searle that challenges the idea that symbol manipulation equals "understanding".
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A type of AI designed to perform specific, pre-programmed tasks like playing chess or answering questions.
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The theoretical AI that possesses human-like general intelligence and self-awareness.
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The historical period (mid-20th century) when the modern era of AI research officially began.
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The component of the PEAS framework representing the mechanisms (e.g., wheels, arms) through which an agent acts.
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Artificial Intelligence is a field of computer science dedicated to systems requiring human intelligence.
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In the PEAS model, "S" stands for "Success Criteria".
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Virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa are considered examples of Strong AI.
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The Chinese Room argument suggests that a program can have consciousness just by manipulating symbols.
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Computer Vision is a subfield of Perception focused on processing images and video.
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The modern era of AI research began as early as the 17th century.
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Sensors are the tools an AI agent uses to gather input from its external world.
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A performance measure is used to evaluate how well an AI agent is achieving its objectives.
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Natural Language Processing (NLP) is primarily concerned with Reasoning and Logic.
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Strong AI examples currently exist only in fictional media like movies or books.
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A system learns to identify spam emails after being shown 10,000 examples. Which AI capability is being applied?
Reasoning & Logic
Learning
Perception
Linguistic Intelligence
Which of the following sensors is primarily used for obstacle detection in an autonomous vehicle?
GPS
Microphone
LiDAR
Accelerometer
In the context of a drone, what is the primary function of its flight controller?
To capture images
To stabilize and control flight
To communicate with the operator
To store data
What is the main purpose of reinforcement learning in AI systems?
To classify data
To optimize decision-making through rewards
To generate human-like text
To analyze large datasets
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Learning' in AI?
To adapt and improve performance based on experience
To execute pre-defined instructions without change
To simulate human emotions
To analyze data without making decisions
What is the primary function of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in AI?
To enable machines to understand and generate human language
To process numerical data
To control robotic movements
To enhance image recognition capabilities
In the context of AI, what does the term 'Environment' refer to in the PEAS model?
The physical space where an AI operates
The hardware components of the AI system
The data and conditions affecting the AI's performance
The algorithms used for decision-making
What is the primary argument against the idea that a computer can truly understand language?
It lacks the ability to generate text
It only processes symbols without comprehension
It cannot perform calculations
It does not have a physical form
Which of the following best describes the Turing Test?
A method to evaluate a machine's ability to exhibit intelligent behavior
A test to measure a robot's physical capabilities
A framework for understanding human emotions
A standard for programming languages
In AI, what does the term 'Symbolic AI' refer to?
AI that operates without any human input
AI that focuses on sensory data processing
AI that manipulates symbols to represent knowledge
AI that uses neural networks for learning
Which of the following tasks best exemplifies the use of Natural Language Processing?
Transcribing spoken words into text
Simulating physical movements of a robot
Calculating the shortest path in a graph
Sorting images based on color
In the context of AI, what does the term 'Actuator' refer to in the PEAS model?
The criteria for evaluating performance
The mechanism that performs actions in the environment
The data input received from sensors
The component that senses the environment
What distinguishes 'Machine Learning' from traditional programming?
It operates without any data input
It is limited to numerical calculations
It learns from data to improve performance over time
It requires explicit instructions for every task
What significant event in the 1950s marked the beginning of AI as a formal field of study?
The introduction of the internet
The invention of the first computer
The development of the first neural network
The Dartmouth Conference
Which of the following is a key characteristic of 'Weak AI'?
It possesses self-awareness and consciousness
It is designed to simulate human-like intelligence
It is focused on specific tasks rather than general intelligence
It can perform tasks without human intervention
Synthesize a Performance Measure for an AI designed to clean the ocean. Which is most appropriate?
Number of fish seen.
Amount of plastic removed vs. energy consumed.
Water temperature.
Total distance traveled.
Evaluate the following claim: "Siri is a Strong AI because it can learn my name."
True; learning personal data is the mark of general intelligence.
False; it only performs specific, pre-programmed tasks.
True; it uses linguistic intelligence.
False; it lacks sensors.
If you were to synthesize an "Environment" for a medical diagnosis AI, what would it include?
The patient’s symptoms, medical history, and test results.
The hospital's physical architectu
The robot's internal processor.
The programming language used.
Evaluate the Turing Test: Can it prove a machine has a "soul"?
Yes, because indistinguishable behavior implies a soul.
No, it only measures behavioral equivalence, not internal state.
Yes, if the machine can generate language.
No, because the Turing Test is only for Weak AI.
A robot in a dark room cannot "see." Which sensor should you add to improve its Perception?
A faster processor.
A high-resolution camera.
An Infrared or Sonar sensor.
A louder horn.
Evaluate the impact of Searle's Chinese Room on AI development.
It proved that AI will never be useful.
It forced researchers to distinguish between "simulating" and "having" a mind.
It led to the invention of the Turing Test.
It showed that actuators are more important than sensors.
Synthesize an "Actuator" for a social media moderation bot.
The user's keyboard.
A "Delete/Flag" function for violating posts.
An image recognition algorithm.
The server's cooling system.
Evaluate the "Performance Measure" of an automated taxi driver that reaches the destination but scares the passengers.
Success; the goal was reached.
Failure; it failed the "Comfort" criteria.
Neutral; passengers are not part of the environment.
Success; legal driving is the only measur.
How would you synthesize a "Linguistic Intelligence" test that is harder than the Turing Test?
Ask the machine to solve math problems.
Ask the machine to explain the emotion behind a poem it just wrote.
Ask the machine to translate words literally.
Ask the machine to store a billion sentences.
"An AI with perfect sensors will always be a Rational Agent."
A. True; sensors are the only thing that matters.
B. False; rationality also depends on how the agent processes info to maximize success.
C. True; sensors allow the agent to see the whole environment.
D. False; actuators are what define rationality.
True; sensors are the only thing that matters.
False; rationality also depends on how the agent processes info to maximize success.
True; sensors allow the agent to see the whole environment.
False; actuators are what define rationality.
Synthesize a goal for a Mars Rover. Which is most aligned with its mission?
To return to Earth as fast as possible.
To maximize the collection of scientifically relevant rock samples.
To take as many photos of the sky as possible.
To avoid all movement to save battery.
Evaluate why "Learning" is crucial for a robot operating on a different planet.
Because it cannot use sensors in space.
Because the environment is unpredictable and it must adapt based on experience.
Because it needs to speak the local language.
Because reasoning is impossible without a human controller.
Synthesize the PEAS for a "Spam Filter" agent. What are the Sensors?
The "Mark as Spam" button.
The incoming email text and metadata.
The user's monitor.
The computer's power supply.
Evaluate the role of the 1956 Dartmouth Conference.
It was the first time an AI won a chess match.
It was a synthesis of ideas that coined the name of the field.
It proved the existence of Strong AI.
It ended the era of Reasoning & Logic.
If a machine passes the Turing Test but fails the Chinese Room argument, what can we conclude?
The machine is Strong AI.
The machine can simulate intelligence but may lack true understanding.
The Turing Test is the only valid measure of a mind.
John Searle was wrong.
