What Concept Introduced in the Turing Machine Became the Precursor

question 26

Multiple Choice

What concept introduced in the Turing Machine became the precursor to modern RAM?

• A) audio cassettes in an infinite loop
• B) Infinite paper tape which could be written to, erased, and changed
• C) punch cards arranged in an infinite loop
• D) reel to reel tapes

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Definitions:

Diffuse Costs

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Median-Voter Model

A theory suggesting that the outcome of majority voting processes will reflect the preferences of the median voter.

Cost-Benefit Analysis

A systematic approach to estimate the strengths and weaknesses of alternatives, assessing the value of costs and benefits to support decision-making.

Paired-Choice Majority Votes

A voting method in which voters choose between pairs of candidates or options, with the majority preference deciding the outcome.