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What does technological change cover?

  • Invention of technologies, their commercialization, continual improvement, and diffusion throughout industry or society (correct)
  • Invention of technologies only
  • Continual improvement of technologies and their diffusion throughout industry or society
  • Invention of technologies, their commercialization, and diffusion throughout industry or society
  • What does 'modeling technological change' often refer to?

  • The process of commercialization
  • The process of innovation (correct)
  • The process of invention
  • The process of diffusion
  • How is the process of continuous improvement often modeled?

  • As a curve depicting increasing costs over time
  • As an exponential growth function
  • As a curve depicting decreasing costs over time (correct)
  • As a linear function
  • What is often included in other models, such as climate change models?

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    How is technological change more often included these days?

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    Study Notes

    Technological Change

    • Encompasses the evolution and advancements in technology, affecting processes, products, and services.
    • Involves innovation, adoption, diffusion, and the socio-economic impacts of new technologies.

    Modeling Technological Change

    • Often refers to frameworks that simulate the impact of technological advancements on economies and societies.
    • Models frequently assess the relationship between technological development, productivity growth, and economic dynamics.

    Continuous Improvement Process

    • Typically modeled as a cyclical process including stages such as planning, implementing, reviewing, and refining.
    • Emphasizes incremental changes that lead to enhanced efficiency and performance over time.

    Climate Change Models

    • Commonly integrate technological advancement to evaluate its effects on emissions reductions and adaptation strategies.
    • These models consider alternative energy sources, technological efficiencies, and policy implications.

    Inclusion of Technological Change

    • Increasingly recognized in economic and environmental assessments due to its role in driving sustainability.
    • Modern approaches often account for the dynamic interplay between technological innovation, regulatory frameworks, and societal acceptance.

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    Test your knowledge of technological change with this quiz! Explore the concepts of invention, innovation, and diffusion of technology, as well as the processes involved in research and development. See how much you know about the commercialization and continual improvement of emerging technologies.

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