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    1.
    Which of the following statements about emerging technologies is false?
    1. Emerging technologies only include hardware.
    2. They can be described by their novelty, disruptive potential, and rapid advancement.
    3. Augmented reality, virtual reality, Internet of Things and artificial intelligence can be considered emerging technologies.
    4. The progressive nature of these technologies allows for synergies with other technologies.
    2 .
    What term refers to digital money used for online transactions?
    1. artificial intelligence
    2. blockchain
    3. bitcoin
    4. augmented reality
    3.
    Which statement best describes the convergence of frontiers of information systems and emerging technologies?
    1. Connecting Internet of Things and devices creates a disruptive environment and negatively impacts user experiences.
    2. It enables organizations to create new opportunities for innovation and growth.
    3. Blockchain combined with augmented reality and virtual reality can lead to profit losses for organizations.
    4. The role of data analysts will no longer be needed as the convergence of emerging technologies and innovation systems has the potential to accomplish analysis-related tasks.
    4 .
    Frontiers of information systems present several opportunities, challenges, and risks for use. Which of the following is an opportunity?
    1. It can increase compatibility between networked systems.
    2. It will lead to a reduction in hardware and software costs, increasing the overall costs of processing data.
    3. Data breaches become of increasing concern.
    4. Adherence challenges to regulatory compliance requirements may be at risk.
    5.
    Which of the following is true about societal and global impacts of emerging technologies?
    1. They only affect small groups.
    2. Emerging technologies have only had a small effect on communities.
    3. Academia is the only area of societal change.
    4. Artificial intelligence–enabled systems are examples of the societal and global impacts of emerging technologies.
    6 .
    Why is solar power considered an emerging technology?
    1. It has seen widespread adoption, helping consumers to lower their electricity bills.
    2. Laws have been passed to prevent companies from marketing these products to consumers.
    3. Economies have been negatively impacted by its widespread use.
    4. It has decreased dependency on fossil fuels.
    7.
    How do data analytics support health-care efforts?
    1. It helps to identify different strands of the flu and its prevalence in communities.
    2. The data collected reduce efficiencies in health care–related supply chains and logistics.
    3. It provides information on health-care resourcing to help organizations identify staffing and financial needs.
    4. It helps to initiate targeted marketing campaigns aimed at increasing awareness and disease prevention.
    8 .
    Which is not a correct statement about research and innovation in technology?
    1. It has contributed to significant growth in the data analytics and predictive analytics markets.
    2. Global growth in technologies has been experienced in several countries in varying sectors of business.
    3. Research and innovation activities further new findings, technologies, and processes.
    4. It has been funded primarily by governments in all countries.
    9.
    What is the purpose of research as it relates to technology?
    1. It is the precursor to innovation.
    2. It is a secondary component within the design process.
    3. Research provides the full picture of how the technology is supposed to function.
    4. Research prevents innovation from being adopted by consumers.
    10 .
    Which of the following is a true statement about the process of innovation?
    1. It follows the systematic steps: conception, implementation, marketing, and communication.
    2. Analyzing and recording information is the first step in identifying and selecting resources.
    3. The scientific research process and associated skills are at the core of the research process.
    4. Information must be recorded and communicated immediately.
    11.
    Which of the following is a false statement as it relates to the Internet of Things in health care?
    1. It enhances patient monitoring capabilities, medication adherence, and overall well-being.
    2. It supports the distribution of medical information.
    3. Patients can use their mobile devices to check the results of medical tests.
    4. It creates challenges in videoconferencing with the medical care team.

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