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What is the main function of a thermostat?

Controlling lighting in a building

Operating washing machines

Adjusting the volume of a TV

Monitoring and regulating temperature (correct)

How is a smart thermostat different from a regular thermostat?

It is not connected to any network

It lacks temperature monitoring capabilities

It cannot operate interactively

It can operate autonomously and interactively (correct)

Why is the term 'smart' added to 'thermostat' in modern devices?

To confuse users

To indicate connectivity and automation capabilities (correct)

To increase the price

To make the thermostat heavier

What is one of the functions smart thermostats provide today?

Monitoring air quality Signup and view all the answers

Where are traditional thermostats commonly placed in buildings?

On a wall Signup and view all the answers

Why did ancients want means to regulate local conditions?

To feel warm in colder months and cool in warmer months Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following ancient temperature control systems could function without human intervention?

Persian wind catchers Signup and view all the answers

What was the significant drawback of temperature control systems used until about 400 years ago?

They could not be automated Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a function of the Roman hypocaust system?

Automatically regulating the temperature Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest was the next desire for mankind after the older temperature control systems?

To automate the regulation process for maximum comfort Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what does the modern-day thermostat do?

Regulates temperature automatically for internal environments Signup and view all the answers

How does the passage describe the innovation behind early rudimentary forms of thermostats?

As being impressive despite their minimal goals Signup and view all the answers