Gerhard Lenski Claims That the Development of More Complex Technology

question 38

Multiple Choice

Gerhard Lenski claims that the development of more complex technology:

• A) is entirely positive.
• B) has both positive and negative effects.
• C) is entirely negative in its effect.
• D) has no effect on the quality of human life.

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Definitions:

Objectively

In a manner that is not influenced by personal feelings or opinions, focusing only on facts.

Independent Variable

In experimental and statistical research, the variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effects on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

In research, the variable being tested and measured, expected to change as a result of manipulations to the independent variable.

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.