GEN 102 WEEK 1 QUIZ 14 OF 15
Question 1
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Which of the following BEST defines the term digital tools?
They are devices that store information.
They are devices and programs that allow computers to functi
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GEN 102 WEEK 1 QUIZ 14 OF 15
Question 1
1 / 1 pts
Which of the following BEST defines the term digital tools?
They are devices that store information.
They are devices and programs that allow computers to function.
They are electronic programs and devices that translate data into readable information.
They are programs that capture data from websites.
The answer can be found in Section 2.1, “Which Hardware Is Right for You?,”
in Fundamentals of Digital Literacy.
Question 2
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Which of the following BEST demonstrates how Connie can use her computer
to consume rather than create content?
writing discussion posts
completing assignment worksheets
typing an e-mail to a professor
browsing the Ashford Online Library
The answer can be found in the Introduction, “Getting the Most out of Your Classes
Begins With Your Computer,” in Fundamentals of Digital Literacy.
Question 3
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Jimmy is an auditory learner, which means he learns better by listening rather than
reading. He is fortunate because he is able to download his Ashford course materials in
a(n) ___________ format so that he can listen to them on his iPod or phone.
MP3
IOS
EXT
DOC
The answer can be found in Section 1.2, “How Technology Has Transformed the Way
We Learn,” in Fundamentals of Digital Literacy.
Question 4
1 / 1 pts
What is the main difference between a literary society and a digital society?
language
content
processing speed
mode of storage
The answer can be found in Section 1.2, “How Technology Has Transformed the Way
We Learn,” in Fundamentals of Digital Literacy.
Question 5
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Which of the following statements about Constellation textbooks is NOT true?
They have a search tool that allows students to find specific words in their texts.
They include the option to add personalized electronic notes.
They include embedded hyperlinks to additional information.
They can only
be accessed on desktop computers.
The answer can be found in Section 1.2, “How Technology Has Transformed the Way
We Learn,” in Fundamentals of Digital Literacy.
Question 6
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The Ashford Online Library houses several electronic resource databases. Which of the
following databases contains more than 116,000 e-books covering all academic
disciplines?
Ebsco
ebrary
Eric
Academic Search Premier
The answer can be found in Section 1.2, “How Technology Has Transformed the Way
We Learn,” in Fundamentals of Digital Literacy.
Question 7
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Janice, who spent the past 2 decades raising her children, has just returned to school.
She is uncomfortable using her electronic textbook. Instead, she is trying to apply the
same study habits that she used when she was younger by reading and memorizing the
facts that could help her pass the exams. According to the text, which of the following
would be a better strategy for Janice to use?
Learn the principles of the available electronic tools and course materials at the same
time.
Learn all of the course materials first, then learn the principles of the available electronic
tools.
Ignore all of the available electronic tools and just focus on the course materials.
Learn the principles of the available electronic tools first, then learn what she needs to
know to complete assignments.
The answer can be found in Section 1.2, “How Technology Has Transformed the Way
We Learn,” in Fundamentals of Digital Literacy.
Question 8
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Oscar just enrolled in his third course at Ashford and wants to review the materials for
his course. Oscar can access the materials required for his course via the __________.
Ashford University Student Portal
Ashford Online Library
Ask Your Instructor discussion forum
Ashford Writing Center
Question 9
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Lakesha is preparing to study communication arts at Ashford University. She needs a
tablet that she can carry with her throughout the day so that she can check in on her
class during her free time. Which of the following is NOT one of the basic types of
tablets available for her?
true tablet
eReader
eReader–tablet hybrid
0 / 1 pts
Jeremy is in the entrepreneurship program at Ashford, and he is learning about how
businesses attract customers. In today’s society, most people carry their smartphones
with them when they shop, so Jeremy wants to take advantage of digital services.
Which of the following is a location service that he can use to find customers near one
of his stores?
Findme
Foursquare
Shophere
You Answered
Shopalert
Question 11
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In the mid-1990s the fear that machines would eventually eliminate many jobs—mainly
those involved in processing or analyzing information—was not uncommon. However,
instead of being a cause for alarm, it turned out to be a positive transition because by
2008, more than 20 million new __________ jobs were created.
technology
psychology
business management
marketing and communication
Question 12
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Tonya is beginning a new career as a marketing professional with a prestigious and
aggressive firm in her city. On her first day, she receives a company laptop, two
smartphones, and a tablet. She is expected to have her laptop with her at all times at
work and at home, and the tablet is to be used for presentations or meetings. And of
course, she needs to keep her phones on all the time. As she walks out to her car with
all of her devices, Tonya is a bit anxious about the level of __________ expected of her.
hyperconnectivity
hypoconnectivity
interconnectivity
intraconnectivity
Question 13
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Technology is constantly changing, and new technologies often require new skills, so
we should be open-minded about adapting to take advantage of available electronic
tools. In other words, it’s a good idea to become a __________.
technophobe
computer expert
Correct!
lifelong learner
philosopher
Question 14
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Which of the following is the BEST reason for using Ashford’s course materials?
They can only be viewed online.
They can only be shared with one student at a time.
They are only active for the duration of the course.
They are available wherever students have Internet access.
Question 15
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According to computer analyst Bajarin, 75% of most people’s computer time is spent
__________ content.
creating
consuming
uploading
using
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