Question 1

According to your text, the techniques of egg retrieval, in vitro fertilization, and gamete intrafallopian transfer
A)make it possible for two different women to each make a biological contribution to the creation of a new life.
B)enable a woman to deliver multiple babies simultaneously.
C)will eventually make abortion obsolete.
D)make it possible for a woman to have a child without fertilization by male sperm.

Accepted Answer

Techniques like egg retrieval, in vitro fertilization, and gamete intrafallopian transfer allow for various reproductive possibilities, including the option for two different women to contribute biologically to the creation of a new life. One woman can provide the egg, which can be fertilized and then implanted in another woman who carries the pregnancy.

Question 2

According to your text, technology has
A)created a greater demand for semi-skilled workers.
B)created a greater need for American workers in manufacturing industry.
C)led to outsourcing of jobs in information technology.
D)reduced the split labor market.

Accepted Answer

Technology has facilitated the outsourcing of jobs, particularly in the information technology sector, as companies seek to reduce costs by hiring workers in countries with lower wages.

Question 3

Genetic exception laws
A)require a separation of genetic information from other medical information.
B)grant the right of death row inmates to demand genetic DNA testing if they think the tests might exonerate them.
C)grant legal custody of a child to the genetic parent in cases of in vitro fertilization or surrogate mothers.
D)allow stem cell treatment of genetic disorders.

Accepted Answer

Genetic exception laws often require that genetic information be treated differently from other types of medical information, emphasizing privacy and consent due to the sensitive nature of genetic data.

Question 4

The social classes are increasingly divided by their access to science and technology. This is the ​
A)​digital divide.
B)​technological gap.
C)​e-gap.
D)​science dividend.

Accepted Answer

The term "digital divide" refers to the gap between individuals, households, businesses, and geographic areas at different socio-economic levels with regard to their opportunities to access information and communication technologies (ICTs). This includes both the access to the Internet and the skills necessary to effectively utilize the technology.

Question 5

Global attitudes about cloning can best be characterized as
A)unanimously in favor of cloning.
B)mixed.
C)unanimously against cloning.
D)completely unconcerned about cloning.

Accepted Answer

Global attitudes about cloning are mixed, with some people and cultures expressing ethical, moral, and safety concerns, while others see potential benefits in medical and agricultural advancements.

Question 6

Edith must make a special trip to the computer lab on campus to print out a copy of her research paper. She does most of her work on her mobile device and does not have a printer at home. This is an example of the​
A)​socioeconomic computer status.
B)​participation gap.
C)​net neutrality.
D)​Internet injustice.

Accepted Answer

The scenario describes a participation gap, which refers to the disparity in access to digital tools and resources, such as a printer, that can affect an individual's ability to participate fully in digital activities. In this case, Edith's need to make a special trip to print her research paper highlights a lack of access to necessary digital resources at home.

Question 7

Racial and ethnic minorities are more likely to access the Internet through a mobile device rather than a desk-top computer. This results in the ​
A)​participation gap.
B)​net neutrality.
C)​computer dividend.
D)​computer exemption.

Accepted Answer

The term "participation gap" refers to disparities in access to digital technologies and the Internet, often based on socioeconomic status, race, or ethnicity. In this context, the fact that racial and ethnic minorities are more likely to access the Internet through a mobile device rather than a desktop computer highlights a form of the participation gap, where differences in access and usage patterns can lead to varied experiences and opportunities online.

Question 8

If Jill harasses a classmate on Facebook and spreads rumors about her on Twitter, this is known as
A)malware.
B)piracy.
C)cybertheft.
D)cyberbullying.

Accepted Answer

Jill's actions of harassing a classmate on Facebook and spreading rumors on Twitter constitute cyberbullying, which involves using electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending messages of an intimidating or threatening nature.

Question 9

In general, the digital divide is
A)growing across the world.
B)shrinking everywhere.
C)growing in the U.S. but shrinking in the rest of the world.
D)remaining stable.

Accepted Answer

The digital divide is generally considered to be growing across the world, as advancements in technology continue to accelerate, leaving behind those without access to digital resources or the skills to use them.

Question 10

Undifferentiated cells that can produce any type of cell in the human body are called ​
A)​stem cells.
B)​GMOs.
C)​clones.
D)​base cells.

Accepted Answer

Stem cells are undifferentiated cells capable of producing any type of cell in the human body, making them unique in their ability to potentially regenerate or repair damaged tissue.

Question 11

Unemployment rates can increase when companies _______, or off-shore, jobs to lower-wage countries.​
A)​outsource
B)​migrate
C)​revitalize
D)​downsize

Accepted Answer

Outsourcing jobs to lower-wage countries can lead to increased unemployment rates in the home country as jobs are moved abroad.

Question 12

The most common argument against cloning is based on ​
A)​financial considerations.
B)​moral and ethical considerations.
C)​the "unforeseen consequences" argument.
D)​the technological divide argument.

Accepted Answer

The most common argument against cloning is based on moral and ethical considerations, as it raises questions about the nature of human life, identity, and the potential for exploitation or harm.

Question 13

Some theorists hypothesize that a "virtual elite" will emerge as
A)technology displaces workers.
B)the younger, computer-savvy generation gains power in society.
C)some individuals become extremely popular through social networking sites while others remain less popular.
D)competition increases between PC and Mac users.

Accepted Answer

Technology displacing workers could lead to a situation where a small group of individuals control a large amount of wealth and power, creating a "virtual elite."

Question 14

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 ​
A)​provides for genetic testing before an abortion.
B)​prevents the use of stem cells for cloning.
C)​limits the use of DNA in criminal trials.
D)​prohibits using genetic information to discriminate in health coverage or employment.

Accepted Answer

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) was enacted to prohibit discrimination in health coverage and employment based on genetic information. This means that employers and health insurers cannot make decisions based on one's genetic predisposition to diseases or conditions.

Question 15

Therapeutic cloning entails using stem cells from which of the following?
A)Human cadavers
B)Human embryos
C)Human brains
D)Monkeys

Accepted Answer

Therapeutic cloning involves creating embryonic stem cells, which are then used to grow tissues or organs. These stem cells are typically derived from human embryos, not cadavers, brains, or monkeys.

Question 16

Gene monopolies are likely to​
A)​make stem cells more available.
B)​increase patient costs.
C)​have no effect.
D)​eliminate the participation gap.

Accepted Answer

Gene monopolies often lead to increased patient costs because they limit competition and allow the patent holder to set higher prices for genetic tests or treatments.

Question 17

Illegally downloading copyrighted material is called​
A)​Internet piracy.
B)​malware.
C)​technology-induced crime.
D)​a harmless action.

Accepted Answer

Illegally downloading copyrighted material is referred to as Internet piracy. This term specifically describes the act of using the internet to infringe on copyrighted material without permission.

Question 18

The most frequently reported complaint to the Federal Trade Commission in recent years is
A)antitrust violations.
B)false advertising.
C)identity theft.
D)false work visas.

Accepted Answer

Identity theft has been the most frequently reported complaint to the Federal Trade Commission in recent years, as it involves the unauthorized use of someone's personal information for fraudulent purposes, which has become increasingly common with the rise of digital transactions and online activities.

Question 19

Toffler coined the term ______ to describe the confusion resulting from rapid scientific and technological changes that unravel our traditional values and beliefs.
A)anomie
B)future shock
C)cultural lag
D)technophrenia

Accepted Answer

Toffler coined the term "future shock" to describe the psychological state of individuals and entire societies dealing with too much change in too short a period of time, leading to feelings of disorientation and stress.

Question 20

Worms and viruses are examples of
A)malware.
B)piracy.
C)cybertheft.
D)cyberbullying.

Accepted Answer

Worms and viruses are types of malicious software (malware) designed to harm, exploit, or otherwise maliciously affect computers and networks.

Quiz 14: Science and Technology

According to your text, the techniques of egg retrieval, in vitro fertilization, and gamete intrafallopian transfer

According to your text, technology has

Genetic exception laws

The social classes are increasingly divided by their access to science and technology. This is the ​

Global attitudes about cloning can best be characterized as

Edith must make a special trip to the computer lab on campus to print out a copy of her research paper. She does most of her work on her mobile device and does not have a printer at home. This is an example of the​

Racial and ethnic minorities are more likely to access the Internet through a mobile device rather than a desk-top computer. This results in the ​

If Jill harasses a classmate on Facebook and spreads rumors about her on Twitter, this is known as

In general, the digital divide is

Undifferentiated cells that can produce any type of cell in the human body are called ​

Unemployment rates can increase when companies _______, or off-shore, jobs to lower-wage countries.​

The most common argument against cloning is based on ​

Some theorists hypothesize that a "virtual elite" will emerge as

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 ​

Therapeutic cloning entails using stem cells from which of the following?

Gene monopolies are likely to​

Illegally downloading copyrighted material is called​

The most frequently reported complaint to the Federal Trade Commission in recent years is

Toffler coined the term ______ to describe the confusion resulting from rapid scientific and technological changes that unravel our traditional values and beliefs.

Worms and viruses are examples of

The social classes are increasingly divided by their access to science and technology. This is the

Edith must make a special trip to the computer lab on campus to print out a copy of her research paper. She does most of her work on her mobile device and does not have a printer at home. This is an example of the

Racial and ethnic minorities are more likely to access the Internet through a mobile device rather than a desk-top computer. This results in the

Undifferentiated cells that can produce any type of cell in the human body are called

Unemployment rates can increase when companies _______, or off-shore, jobs to lower-wage countries.

The most common argument against cloning is based on

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008

Gene monopolies are likely to

Illegally downloading copyrighted material is called