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Introduction to Science, Technology and Society

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What does Science, Technology and Society (STS) study?

Only scientific knowledge

Historical events

Societal systems

Interconnections among scientific knowledge, technological systems, and society (correct)

Which academic disciplines shape the analysis in the field of Science, Technology and Society (STS)?

History, Philosophy, Sociology, and Anthropology (correct)

Physical Sciences and Engineering

Computer Science and Mathematics

Economics and Political Science

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

It is constantly changing

It lacks moral or ethical values (correct)

It is always morally correct

It shapes societal norms

What does the John J. Reilly Center of Science, Technology, and Values list annually?

Emerging ethical dilemmas and policy issues in science and technology Signup and view all the answers

What is the Social Credit System mentioned in the text?

A scoring system based on citizens' actions under surveillance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Google Clips?

A hands-free camera to capture moments effortlessly Signup and view all the answers

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

The systematic acquisition of knowledge Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between science and technology?

Technology is the application of scientific knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is the root meaning of the word 'technology'?

Art, skill or cunning of hand Signup and view all the answers

According to the quote by Carl Sagan, what is the concern regarding science and technology in society?

Almost no one understands science and technology Signup and view all the answers

According to Mark Zuckerberg's definition, what is the primary purpose of technology?

To enhance human abilities and senses Signup and view all the answers

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

In the interwar period and the start of the Cold War Signup and view all the answers