Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Automated And Emerging Technologies (Section 2)
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What do expert systems rely on for their decision-making process?
Răspuns(A)
User input and a knowledge base.
2
What is a key characteristic of automated systems?
Răspuns(B)
They are designed to operate with minimal human intervention.
3
What is a key benefit of using autonomous trains?
4
What does the AI learn by interacting with a human?
Răspuns(B)
The information from environment and data it receives.
5
What type of robots can move around in the house and does household chores?
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What does the term "knowledge base" represent in the context of an expert system?
Răspuns(A)
A collection of rules and facts.
7
Which of the following represents a key advantage of using automated systems in the manufacturing process?
Răspuns(C)
It enhances product quality and consistency.
8
What is the primary purpose of a microcontroller in an automated system?
Răspuns(C)
To process sensor inputs and control outputs.
9
In weed control, what type of action is performed by robots?
10
What are the benefits of machine learning in a search engine?
11
What is typically found in automated weather stations?
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What is one advantage of autonomous trains?
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What are the benefits of using robots in the industry?
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What is a typical impact of implementing automation on the quality of a product?
Răspuns(C)
The product quality is normally higher.
15
What type of robot is used to entertain visitors to a park?
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In what application are automated systems frequently used for industrial purposes?
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What is the main goal of machine learning algorithms in search engines?
Răspuns(C)
To personalize search results.
18
What tool is utilized to determine atmospheric pressure in an automated weather station?
19
In the context of an automated weather station, the term 'anemometer' is used to measure what?
20
What kind of signals do the sensors supply to an automated system?
21
What is the process that converts the data from sensors into an electrical signal?
22
What is the function of the 'throttle' in a self-parking car?
Răspuns(B)
To control the engine's power.
23
What is the primary purpose of 'attributes' in the context of an expert system?
Răspuns(B)
To represent characteristics or properties of objects.
24
What is the key benefit of using robots in surgery?
Răspuns(C)
To perform surgeries safer and less invasive.
25
What type of technology is used to help autonomous trains navigate?
26
In an automated irrigation system, what enables the automatic control of the water supply?
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What is a disadvantage of rule-based expert systems?
Răspuns(C)
Difficult to update and maintain.
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What is the function of 'actuators' in an automated system?
Răspuns(C)
To perform actions and control the system's behavior.
29
What is an advantage of using robots in agriculture?
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What are some of the sensors involved in an automated weather station?
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What type of data is commonly used to train machine learning models?
Răspuns(C)
Both labeled and unlabeled data.
32
In the context of a self-parking car, what is the most important factor for parking the car?
33
Which of the following is a common disadvantage of rule-based expert systems?
Răspuns(C)
They are often difficult to maintain and update.
34
What is the function of a 'thermometer' in an automated weather station?
35
What is one of the key functions of robots in weed control?
36
In a self-parking car, what role does the 'accelerometer' play?
Răspuns(C)
To gauge the acceleration and deceleration.
37
In what fields, as stated in the text, can expert systems be applied?
38
In the chemical process example, what is the role of the automated system?
39
In what context does the text describe the use of expert systems?
40
In an automated system, what are the components that perform physical actions based on the instructions of the central processing unit (CPU)?
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What is the role of the 'throttle' in a self-parking car?
Răspuns(A)
To control the engine speed.
42
Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of robots in industry?
Răspuns(C)
Operating in hazardous conditions.
43
What is an example of a dependent robot mentioned in the text?
Răspuns(D)
A human assisting in a surgery.
44
Which are the advantages of using automated systems in a nuclear power plant?
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What is the main purpose of the sensors in an automated system?
Răspuns(A)
To provide data about the environment.
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What does an inference engine use to draw conclusions in an expert system?
Răspuns(B)
The knowledge base and the rules.
47
In an automated weather station, what instrument is employed to measure atmospheric pressure?
48
Which of the following is a defining feature of an expert system?
Răspuns(A)
It can make decisions and provide explanations.
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What is an advantage of using an automated system?
Răspuns(B)
Reduced operational costs.
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What kind of information do the sensors supply to the computer in the automated process?
