In 2011 a Program Named Watson Running on an IBM

question 26

Multiple Choice

In 2011 a program named Watson running on an IBM supercomputer

• A) decoded the human genome for the first time.
• B) became the first computer program to take the job of a software engineer.
• C) won the World Crossword Puzzle Championship sponsored by The New York Times.
• D) defeated the two most successful human Jeopardy! champions in a three-game match.
• E) passed the Turing Test in a competition sponsored by the Association for Computing Machinery.

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Definitions:

Symbolic Interaction Theory

A sociological perspective emphasizing how individuals interpret and give meaning to social symbols in the context of their interactions.

Social Identities

are aspects of an individual's identity derived from their social group memberships, such as race, ethnicity, gender, religion, and cultural background, shaping how they perceive themselves and are perceived by others.

Symbolic Interactionist

A theoretical approach in sociology that emphasizes the role of symbols and language as core elements of all human interaction.

Identity

The qualities, beliefs, personality, looks, and expressions that make a person (self-identity) or group (collective identity).