ISDS 1100 Module 1 Review Questions
& answers 2025/2026
_____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information,
especially on the Internet, and those who do not.
A. The digital divide
B. The Internet lag
C. A digital assistant
D. An intelligent divide - correct answer ✔✔ A. The digital divide
_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-
dimensional space. - correct answer ✔✔ A:Virtual reality (VR)
A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk, and then send a
reminder to you on a wireless network.
A. transistors
B. sensors
C. kiosks
D. navigation systems - correct answer ✔✔ B. sensors
Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she
use to create written documents without using a keyboard?
A. closed captioning
B. speech recognition software
C. Braille printer
D. audio book - correct answer ✔✔ B. speech recognition software
,Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his insulin levels.
His doctor has recently started using mobile health (mHealth). How will Andy's doctor's use of mHealth
help Andy get his diabetes under control?
A. His health records will now be stored in the cloud.
B. He will not have to visit the doctor as frequently.
C. His doctor will be able to monitor him through the use of a smartphone.
D. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin. - correct answer ✔✔ D.
He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.
Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her
compete in a hearing world?
A. A braille printer can be used to print documents.
B. Screen reader software can be used to read what is on the screen.
C. Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
D. Voice output software can be used to translate what she is saying to text. - correct answer ✔✔ C.
Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
At the beginning of the school year, each classroom was given one box of copy paper to make all their
copies for the year. How do you think the teachers will be able to make that one box last all year long?
A. Email all the documents home, so the students can print them out there.
B. Have students share copies and rotate who turns it in so each time one student gets a grade.
C. Ask each parent to donate a box of paper so more copies can be made.
D. Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts. - correct answer
✔✔ D. Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts.
Before going into space, astronauts spend many hours training on flight simulators allowing them to
learn how to fly without life and death consequences. How would you describe the technology the flight
simulator is using?
A. It is acting as a robot.
B. It is using virtual reality.
C. It is a type of artificial intelligence.
D. It is serving as a digital assistant. - correct answer ✔✔ B. It is using virtual reality.
, Daniella mailed a package to her brother three days ago. She wants to see if it has arrived yet. What
technology will enable her to track her package?
A. The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.
B. The computer that is finding the fastest route for the driver.
C. The GPS that is avoiding traffic and hazardous conditions.
D. The phone that her brother will use when he receives the package. - correct answer ✔✔ A. The
code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.
Dave and Pietro are active in the National Guard. Halfway through the semester, they receive orders to
report to duty. How can their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?
A. Speed through the content and finish before they leave.
B. Mail them videotapes and tests.
C. Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.
D. Give them the classroom phone extension to dial in while away. - correct answer ✔✔ C. Use a
learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.
Emma tried to explain to her mother that computers are everywhere. Her mother does not believe her,
and challenges Emma to find a computer in their home, as she knows she does not own a computer.
Which of the following examples do you think Emma would show her mother as example of computer?
A. Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
B. Her hot water heater that has to be manually reset every time the power goes out.
C. The sprinkler she has to turn on and off when she wants to water her plants.
D. The carpet steamer she uses to clean her rugs when they get dirty. - correct answer ✔✔ A. Her
coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing
products?
A. They have automated vehicles
B. They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays.
C. They have self-driving trucks.
& answers 2025/2026
_____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information,
especially on the Internet, and those who do not.
A. The digital divide
B. The Internet lag
C. A digital assistant
D. An intelligent divide - correct answer ✔✔ A. The digital divide
_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-
dimensional space. - correct answer ✔✔ A:Virtual reality (VR)
A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk, and then send a
reminder to you on a wireless network.
A. transistors
B. sensors
C. kiosks
D. navigation systems - correct answer ✔✔ B. sensors
Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she
use to create written documents without using a keyboard?
A. closed captioning
B. speech recognition software
C. Braille printer
D. audio book - correct answer ✔✔ B. speech recognition software
,Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his insulin levels.
His doctor has recently started using mobile health (mHealth). How will Andy's doctor's use of mHealth
help Andy get his diabetes under control?
A. His health records will now be stored in the cloud.
B. He will not have to visit the doctor as frequently.
C. His doctor will be able to monitor him through the use of a smartphone.
D. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin. - correct answer ✔✔ D.
He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.
Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her
compete in a hearing world?
A. A braille printer can be used to print documents.
B. Screen reader software can be used to read what is on the screen.
C. Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
D. Voice output software can be used to translate what she is saying to text. - correct answer ✔✔ C.
Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
At the beginning of the school year, each classroom was given one box of copy paper to make all their
copies for the year. How do you think the teachers will be able to make that one box last all year long?
A. Email all the documents home, so the students can print them out there.
B. Have students share copies and rotate who turns it in so each time one student gets a grade.
C. Ask each parent to donate a box of paper so more copies can be made.
D. Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts. - correct answer
✔✔ D. Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts.
Before going into space, astronauts spend many hours training on flight simulators allowing them to
learn how to fly without life and death consequences. How would you describe the technology the flight
simulator is using?
A. It is acting as a robot.
B. It is using virtual reality.
C. It is a type of artificial intelligence.
D. It is serving as a digital assistant. - correct answer ✔✔ B. It is using virtual reality.
, Daniella mailed a package to her brother three days ago. She wants to see if it has arrived yet. What
technology will enable her to track her package?
A. The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.
B. The computer that is finding the fastest route for the driver.
C. The GPS that is avoiding traffic and hazardous conditions.
D. The phone that her brother will use when he receives the package. - correct answer ✔✔ A. The
code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.
Dave and Pietro are active in the National Guard. Halfway through the semester, they receive orders to
report to duty. How can their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?
A. Speed through the content and finish before they leave.
B. Mail them videotapes and tests.
C. Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.
D. Give them the classroom phone extension to dial in while away. - correct answer ✔✔ C. Use a
learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.
Emma tried to explain to her mother that computers are everywhere. Her mother does not believe her,
and challenges Emma to find a computer in their home, as she knows she does not own a computer.
Which of the following examples do you think Emma would show her mother as example of computer?
A. Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
B. Her hot water heater that has to be manually reset every time the power goes out.
C. The sprinkler she has to turn on and off when she wants to water her plants.
D. The carpet steamer she uses to clean her rugs when they get dirty. - correct answer ✔✔ A. Her
coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing
products?
A. They have automated vehicles
B. They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays.
C. They have self-driving trucks.
