Taj Wants to Create a Robot That Has Sensation, but Not

question 38

Multiple Choice

Taj wants to create a robot that has sensation, but not perception. The robot should:

• A) react to light but not to the stimuli for taste, smell, or touch
• B) detect external energy sources but be unable to process them
• C) understand what things are but be unable to respond to them
• D) construct useful information but be unable to remember it

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Definitions:

Extrinsic Rewards

Benefits or incentives provided by external factors, such as money, grades, or praise, which motivate individuals to perform certain actions.

Negative Mood

A state of feeling bad emotionally, such as being angry, sad, anxious, or irritable.

Rational Model

A decision-making model that assumes individuals will make choices that maximize benefits and minimize any costs.

Short-Cut

A quicker or more efficient route or method to achieve a particular end, often bypassing some of the usual steps.