Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Automated And Emerging Technologies (Section 4)

  • 1
    What technology is used to create 3D models of plants for health assessment?
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    (C)
    Spectral sensors and thermal cameras.
  • 2
    What are the advantages of autonomous trains?
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    (D)
    All of the above.
  • 3
    Which of the following is a typical use of supervised learning?
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    A
    B
    D
  • 4
    What is an automated system?
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    (B)
    A combination of software and hardware designed to work automatically.
  • 5
    In a self-parking car, what sensors are used to detect other vehicles and obstacles?
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    (B)
    Ultrasonic sensors
  • 6
    In a self-parking car, what is the role of the sensors?
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    (B)
    To collect information about the surroundings.
  • 7
    What function does the accelerometer perform in automated car parking systems?
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    (C)
    Measure the car's acceleration and deceleration.
  • 8
    What is a key benefit of using robots in medical applications?
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    (B)
    Robots improve surgery accuracy.
  • 9
    Which of the following can often be a drawback when integrating automated systems?
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    (B)
    High upfront expenses and intricate maintenance.
  • 10
    What is NOT the role for the autonomous cars?
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    (C)
    The are used for the human assistance
  • 11
    Which are the main components of an automated weather station?
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    A
    C
    D
  • 12
    In the context of AI, what are the categories of AI (as described in the text)?
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    A
    B
    C
  • 13
    What is a key function provided by automated systems in modern agriculture?
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    A
    B
  • 14
    What is the main application of machine learning in a spam detection system?
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    (B)
    To automatically identify and filter spam emails.
  • 15
    How does automation typically affect product consistency?
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    (C)
    It often results in more consistent product.
  • 16
    In a nuclear power plant, what are the main uses of automated systems?
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    A
    B
    D
  • 17
    What is the primary function of an actuator in an automated system?
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    (C)
    To physically carry out actions in the environment.
  • 18
    What is the advantage of using drones for seed-planting and fertilizer distribution?
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    A
    B
  • 19
    What type of work in industry are robots not good for?
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    (C)
    Surgeries
  • 20
    What is the primary role of the microprocessor in an automated system?
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    (B)
    To process data and make decisions based on the data received.
  • 21
    What does the anemometer mainly measure in an automated weather station?
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    (C)
    Wind speed.
  • 22
    What type of system is a form of AI that simulates the decision-making ability of a human expert?
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    (C)
    An expert system
  • 23
    What is the role of the computer in an automated irrigation system?
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    (B)
    To receive and process data from the sensors and control water flow.
  • 24
    What's the main purpose of sensors in an automated irrigation system?
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    (B)
    To provide the data used for controlling the system.
  • 25
    In automated systems, which task is typically performed by the microprocessor?
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    B
    C
  • 26
    In an automated lighting system, what determines whether the lights are turned on?
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    (B)
    The light sensor's reading or time.
  • 27
    What is the objective of using machine learning in search engines?
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    (C)
    To personalize search results for each user.
  • 28
    Which part of the automated system causes action to the external environment?
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    (B)
    Actuators
  • 29
    In a self-parking car, what primary component is used to gather details from the external surroundings?
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    (A)
    Sensors.
  • 30
    What is a disadvantage of autonomous trains?
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    (A)
    The train can be less reliable than the manual
  • 31
    Which area is mentioned as a place that robots may be used in?
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    (B)
    Agriculture.
  • 32
    What does the acronym 'AI' stand for?
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    (C)
    Artificial Intelligence
  • 33
    What is a concern about autonomous vehicles?
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    (B)
    Higher initial cost.
  • 34
    Which of the following is an example of an automated system application discussed in the provided material?
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    (C)
    Manufacturing
  • 35
    What technology is used to create a 3D image/model of a plant?
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    (D)
    Spectrometer
  • 36
    Which of the following is a part of a robot?
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    A
    B
    C
  • 37
    What device is used to measure wind speed in an automated weather station?
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    (B)
    Anemometer
  • 38
    In a nuclear power plant, why are automated systems crucial?
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    (C)
    To ensure safety by minimizing manual intervention.
  • 39
    What is the primary goal of Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
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    (B)
    To simulate intelligent human behavior by a computer.
  • 40
    What is the function of the CPU in an automated system?
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    (C)
    To process data and make decisions.
  • 41
    What is the main advantage of using automated systems over manual control in agriculture?
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    A
    B
  • 42
    What is often a disadvantage of implementing automated systems?
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    (C)
    High initial investment and potential maintenance costs.
  • 43
    In the AI system, what is the role of the information gatherer?
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    (C)
    To gather the information from the user.
  • 44
    What components are often used in machine learning models?
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    A
    B
    C
  • 45
    What does the expert system's user interface do?
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    (B)
    It gets the user's answers.
  • 46
    What components make up an Expert System?
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    A
    B
    C
  • 47
    What is a potential disadvantage of expert systems?
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    (B)
    The set-up and maintenance costs are very high.
  • 48
    Which industry is mentioned as utilizing automated systems extensively in the provided content?
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    (D)
    All of the above
  • 49
    What are the primary components of an expert system?
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    A
    B
    D
  • 50
    Which of the following is NOT a typical component of an automated system?
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    (D)
    Manual control panels