In Geology, the Principle of Uniformitarianism Asserts That

question 33

Multiple Choice

In geology, the principle of uniformitarianism asserts that:

• A) the processes that modified the earth's surface in the past are unknowable because they cannot be directly observed.
• B) the processes now operating to modify the earth's surface are the same as those of the geologic past.
• C) the processes now operating to modify the earth's surface cannot simply be assumed to be the same as those of the geologic past, but must be demonstrated to be the same.
• D) geologic processes are distinct from archaeological processes and that uniformitarianism only applies to geologic processes.

Recognize various forms of electronic communication and their implications, including spam and social media bots.

Appreciate the ethical considerations and societal impacts of technology use, including privacy concerns and moral behavior online.

Distinguish between different AI approaches such as machine learning, neural networks, and natural language processing.

Understand how AI can analyze massive datasets to recognize patterns and make recommendations (data mining).

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Definitions:

Divisionalized Structure

An organizational form where operations are segregated based on products, markets, or geography, allowing for a degree of autonomy and specialization.

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Coordinating Mechanism

Methods or systems used within organizations to align activities, tasks, and personnel to achieve common objectives seamlessly and efficiently.

Coordinating Mechanism

Structures, processes, or systems used to align activities, efforts, and resources within an organization or among different entities towards achieving common goals.