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Introduction to Science, Technology, and Society

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What is the Latin meaning of the word 'science'?

Knowledge (correct)

Experiment

Observation

Understanding

What is the Greek root word of 'technology'?

Cunning

Art

Techne (correct)

Scientia

According to the passage, what is the relationship between science and technology?

Technology is the application of scientific knowledge (correct)

Science and technology are unrelated

Science is the application of technology

Science is the study of technology

What is the main idea of the quote by Carl Sagan?

People do not understand science and technology Signup and view all the answers

According to Mark Zuckerberg, what is a defining characteristic of a technological tool?

It creates new abilities Signup and view all the answers

When did the academic field of STS (Science, Technology and Society) originate according to the passage?

During the Cold War Signup and view all the answers

What does Science, Technology and Society (STS) focus on?

Analyzing the impact of science and technology on society Signup and view all the answers

Which academic fields contribute to the foundation of Science, Technology and Society (STS)?

Sociology and Anthropology Signup and view all the answers

According to Lewis Wolpert, what is the nature of reliable scientific knowledge?

It has no moral or ethical values Signup and view all the answers

What is an example from the list of ethical dilemmas and policy issues in science and technology for 2018?

Developing a robot priest Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Social Credit System mentioned in the text?

Scoring citizens through their actions by constant surveillance Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of Sentencing Software mentioned in the text?

Aiding courts in sentencing decisions Signup and view all the answers