When Activities Formerly Done by People Following Procedures Are Moved

question 16

Multiple Choice

When activities formerly done by people following procedures are moved to computers that perform the work by following instructions in software, the activities are said to be ________.

• A) outsourced
• B) automated
• C) documented
• D) systematized

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Definitions:

Scientific Output

The measurable contributions and results from research activities, often including publications, patents, and new technologies.

Government Laboratories

Government laboratories are research facilities funded and operated by the government, focusing on various fields like health, defense, energy, and the environment, to advance knowledge and support government services.

Innovators

Individuals or organizations that introduce new ideas, products, or methods, driving technological advancement and economic growth.

Economic Consequences

The outcomes or effects that economic decisions or policies have on an economy.