Technology and Innovations Quiz

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What is the primary function of the GPS receiver?

To store location data

To receive signals from satellites (correct)

To transmit signals to satellites

To monitor satellite positions

Which component of the GPS system sends signals to the receiver?

Satellites (correct)

Atomic clocks

Ground stations

Mobile devices

What level of accuracy does the GPS provide for location determination?

Approximately 5 meters

Approximately 50 meters

Approximately 100 meters

Approximately 20 meters (correct)

In what year was the GPS system made available to the public?

1983 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a future application of GPS technology mentioned?

Crime tracking (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a washing machine primarily used for?

Washing clothes (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is classified under 'Home' inventions?

A washing machine (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of rockets?

To launch satellites into space (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does a portable device refer to?

A device that can be carried easily in your pocket (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did sailors in the past determine their position?

Using the sun and stars (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of laptops?

They typically weigh between one and three kilograms. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes artificial satellites?

They are man-made objects that orbit a celestial body. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why are laptops becoming increasingly popular?

They are generally cheaper than before. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a place where laptops can be used?

Underwater (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role do planets have concerning satellites?

Planets can serve as hosts for their own satellites. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an invention?

Something made by someone for the first time. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a skill related to working with websites?

Writing definitions of visual information. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following devices is typically matched with the invention of the telephone?

Television (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using visuals on a website about a device?

To provide extra information and aid understanding. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these best describes the method of skimming a website article?

Reading quickly to understand the main ideas. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a GPS defined as?

A device that uses satellites to locate the user's position. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase can be used to provide examples in writing?

Such as (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of definitions is 'that' preferred over?

'Which' clause definitions (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of using 'for example' correctly?

A computer is useful for writing, for example. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a thermometer?

A device that measures temperature. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these statements correctly uses the abbreviation 'e.g.'?

Many fruits are sweet, e.g., bananas. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a vacuum cleaner?

Cleans surfaces and carpets. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a photocopier?

To make copies of documents. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor to consider when evaluating the reliability of a website?

If the information is accurate (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which country used wind power for approximately 23% of its electricity needs?

Denmark (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the worldwide capacity of wind-powered generators in 2005?

58,982 megawatts (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of electricity use did wind power account for in Germany around 2005?

4.3% (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of web page is likely considered the best for researching an essay?

An online encyclopedia entry (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the global use of wind power between 1999 and 2005?

It more than quadrupled. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the common sources of information for wind power developments mentioned?

Wind energy journals and reports (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should you check about the author of a website to evaluate its reliability?

If the author has a clear educational background (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system
GPS satellites orbit the Earth
The ground receiver calculates the distance between the several satellites receiving signals from them
The GPS system calculates the users' position on Earth
GPS was designed in the 1980s by the U.S. Defence Department
GPS is now used in many different devices, such as cars, mobile phones, and in many other ways
Satellites help to locate objects on Earth

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Test your knowledge on the functions and history of GPS technology, as well as various inventions in the home and technology sectors. This quiz covers topics from the accuracy of GPS to the evolution of laptops and rockets. Engage with questions that explore the impact of these innovations on our daily lives.