17 Questions
What is a key concept discussed in the text related to technology?
Smart homes and automation technology
In the context of the text, what activity involves students designing a smart home system?
Designing a prototype of a smart home system
What is an example of an automated system mentioned in the text?
Self-driving car navigating through traffic
Which task is NOT mentioned as a potential automated task in the discussion about designing a smart home system for a family?
Cooking meals
What is one benefit discussed about automation in the text?
Reduction in human error
What is one potential drawback mentioned about automation in the text?
Loss of certain job roles
What is the main purpose of automation?
To reduce human involvement in processes
Which technology is not mentioned as a type of automation in the text?
Cloud Computing
What is an example of automation mentioned for increasing productivity?
Music recommendation algorithms on streaming services
How does automation impact certain job sectors according to the text?
It can lead to unemployment or underemployment
What is a negative impact of automation mentioned in the text?
Replacement of human workers leading to unemployment
Which technology advancement has made it possible to automate activities that were once labor-intensive?
Artificial Intelligence
What is the main purpose of automation technology?
To streamline repetitive tasks and increase efficiency
Which of the following is an example of automation in everyday life?
Self-checkout machines at grocery stores
What is the primary concern regarding the increasing use of automation and AI?
Job displacement for human workers
Which of the following is NOT an example of automation technology?
Manual data entry by human operators
What is the primary advantage of using automation technology?
Improved accuracy and consistency
Engage students in designing a smart home system for a family through brainstorming and discussions on automation technology and its applications in controlling devices and appliances. This activity fosters creativity and critical thinking while exploring the concept of smart homes.
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