Crowdsourcing Has a Number of Benefits, but Problems Include the Potential

question 41

Essay

Crowdsourcing has a number of benefits, but problems include the potential for bias and discrimination. How can crowdsourced ratings also reflect the crowd's bias and reinforce discrimination.

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Definitions:

Continuous Improvement

An ongoing effort to enhance products, services, or processes through incremental and breakthrough improvements.

Appraisal Costs

The costs associated with inspecting, testing, and ensuring that products or services meet quality standards.

Specifications

Detailed descriptions of the requirements, dimensions, materials, or other criteria necessary for the production of a product or execution of a project.

External Appraisers

Independent professionals who evaluate the value of assets, properties, or businesses, often for legal, sales, or tax purposes.