Objective 5.2 Identify and Describe the Ethical Considerations That Shape Policies Regarding the Development, Use, and Governance of Technology CERTIFIED-ETHICAL-EMERGING-TECHNOLOGIST Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21application · medium

   A credit scoring company uses a complex machine learning model to determine creditworthiness. Consumers are often denied credit without understanding why. The company wants to improve transparency. What should they do?

   • AAllow consumers to appeal the decision without providing a reason.
   • BOffer a customer service hotline for consumers to call and ask questions.
   • CProvide consumers with a clear explanation of the key factors that influenced their credit decision.
   • DPublish the entire model's code and training data publicly.
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2. 22foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an example of an environmental concern in technology policy?

   • APrioritizing product performance over energy efficiency
   • BIgnoring the carbon footprint of manufacturing processes
   • CEncouraging the use of single-use components to reduce costs
   • DRequiring manufacturers to design products that are easy to recycle
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4. 23foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key element of a privacy policy that aligns with ethical considerations?

   • AStoring data indefinitely for future use
   • BSharing user data with third parties without notifying users
   • CCollecting as much data as possible to improve services
   • DProviding users with clear information about how their data will be used
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5. 24application · medium

   A manufacturing company plans to automate a large portion of its assembly line with robots. This will likely displace many workers. The company wants to develop a policy that addresses workforce impacts ethically. What should the policy include?

   • AA policy to keep the automation plans secret until the last minute to avoid panic.
   • BA plan to lay off workers as quickly as possible to reduce costs.
   • CA retraining and transition program for affected workers, with advance notice of changes.
   • DA policy to offer severance packages but no other support.
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6. 25foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an example of a workforce impact consideration in technology policy?

   • AAnalyzing how a new technology might affect market competition
   • BReducing energy consumption in manufacturing
   • CEnsuring that algorithms are transparent
   • DPlanning for the transition of workers to new roles as automation increases
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