The Social Impact of Science and Technology

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Which of the following is NOT a positive social impact of science and technology?

  1. Improved healthcare

  2. Increased access to education

  3. Environmental degradation

  4. Economic growth


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Environmental degradation is a negative social impact of science and technology, as it can lead to pollution, climate change, and other environmental problems.

Which of the following is NOT a negative social impact of science and technology?

  1. Job displacement

  2. Increased inequality

  3. Improved standard of living

  4. Social isolation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Improved standard of living is a positive social impact of science and technology, as it can lead to better healthcare, education, and other essential services.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to address social problems?

  1. Developing new vaccines to prevent diseases

  2. Creating new technologies to reduce pollution

  3. Using social media to connect people and share information

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to address social problems.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to create new social problems?

  1. Developing new weapons of war

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used for surveillance

  3. Using social media to spread misinformation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to create new social problems.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to empower individuals and communities?

  1. Providing access to information and education

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to solve local problems

  3. Using social media to connect people and share ideas

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to empower individuals and communities.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote social justice?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to monitor and prevent human rights abuses

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to provide access to essential services for marginalized communities

  3. Using social media to raise awareness of social justice issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote social justice.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote sustainability?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to reduce energy consumption

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to recycle and reuse materials

  3. Using social media to raise awareness of environmental issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote sustainability.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote peace and cooperation?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to monitor and prevent conflicts

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to facilitate communication and cooperation between people from different cultures

  3. Using social media to promote peace and understanding

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote peace and cooperation.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote democracy?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to make voting more accessible and secure

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to promote transparency and accountability in government

  3. Using social media to promote civic engagement and participation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote democracy.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote human rights?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to monitor and prevent human rights abuses

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to provide access to essential services for marginalized communities

  3. Using social media to raise awareness of human rights issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote human rights.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote gender equality?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to reduce the gender pay gap

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to promote access to education and employment for women

  3. Using social media to raise awareness of gender inequality issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote gender equality.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote racial equality?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to reduce racial profiling and discrimination

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to promote access to education and employment for people of color

  3. Using social media to raise awareness of racial inequality issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote racial equality.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote disability rights?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to make public spaces and transportation more accessible

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to promote access to education and employment for people with disabilities

  3. Using social media to raise awareness of disability rights issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote disability rights.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote LGBTQ+ rights?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to make it easier for LGBTQ+ people to come out and live openly

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to promote access to healthcare and other essential services for LGBTQ+ people

  3. Using social media to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ rights issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote LGBTQ+ rights.

Which of the following is an example of how science and technology can be used to promote animal rights?

  1. Developing new technologies that can be used to reduce animal testing

  2. Creating new technologies that can be used to promote access to veterinary care for animals

  3. Using social media to raise awareness of animal rights issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how science and technology can be used to promote animal rights.

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