10 Questions
What drives us to create technologies?
The need to do things efficiently and our curiosity
What is the result of various changes in technology?
An increase in the productivity of labor, capital, and other production factors
What is the ultimate goal of technology according to the text?
To wrest power from nature in all possible ways
What is technological progress comprised of?
New means of production, new uses of raw materials, and the widespread use of machinery
What is a prerequisite for technological change according to Prof. Frankel?
Sociological change
What is technology, according to J.P. Dewhurst?
The change in the production process of material and human skills
What is the outcome of technological changes in the production process?
The creation of new goods and techniques of production
What is the result of the growth of new techniques?
The production of goods and services at a lesser cost of production
What is the primary focus of technological change?
Developing new technical knowledge
What is the relationship between technological change and sociological change according to Prof. Frankel?
Sociological change must precede technological change
This quiz explores the role of Information and Communication Technologies in promoting social development, particularly in rural communities. It examines the potential and limitations of ICTs in achieving economic, educational, and political empowerment. Test your knowledge on how ICTs can make a difference in the lives of marginalized communities.
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