Computers and Other Technologies Perform a Great Deal of Work

question 76

Multiple Choice

Computers and other technologies perform a great deal of work today, reducing the need for workers with special expertise. As a result, high-paying positions have been replaced with low-paying positions. This process has been termed _______________.

• A) deinstitutionalization
• B) deindustrialization
• C) disengagement
• D) deskilling

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