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What is the main function of a thermostat?
How is a smart thermostat different from a regular thermostat?
Why is the term 'smart' added to 'thermostat' in modern devices?
What is one of the functions smart thermostats provide today?
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Where are traditional thermostats commonly placed in buildings?
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Why did ancients want means to regulate local conditions?
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Which of the following ancient temperature control systems could function without human intervention?
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What was the significant drawback of temperature control systems used until about 400 years ago?
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Which of the following was NOT a function of the Roman hypocaust system?
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What does the passage suggest was the next desire for mankind after the older temperature control systems?
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According to the passage, what does the modern-day thermostat do?
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How does the passage describe the innovation behind early rudimentary forms of thermostats?
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