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It is said that society is undergoing the 'fourth industrial revolution'. Which description most close-ly defines this idea?
Suggested Answer: A, B
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The answer is political and economic.
The words used in the possible answers spell out STEEPLED which a later version of PEST, etc
34 comments · newest first
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Alishia
11 months ago
Wait, are we really in a 'fourth' revolution? Sounds wild!
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Cherry
11 months ago
B is outdated, we moved past that ages ago.
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Cherelle
12 months ago
D seems a bit extreme, but not far from reality.
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Audry
12 months ago
A sounds nice, but is it really happening?
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Jesusita
1 year ago
Definitely C, it's all about merging new tech!
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Delbert
1 year ago
I recall a practice question that mentioned mass production, but that seemed more related to the second industrial revolution. So, I don't think B is correct.
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Helga
1 year ago
I thought the fourth industrial revolution was more about social changes, like working from home and universal basic income. Could it be A?
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Nelida
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like the focus on AI and new technologies really fits the definition of the fourth industrial revolution. C seems right to me.
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Novella
1 year ago
I remember discussing the fourth industrial revolution in class, and I think it has a lot to do with technology integration. Maybe option C?
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In
1 year ago
I'm a bit hesitant on this one. The question is asking about a specific concept, the 'fourth industrial revolution', and I want to make sure I understand it fully before committing to an answer. I'll review my notes and try to identify the key characteristics of this idea.
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Alexis
1 year ago
Based on my understanding, the fourth industrial revolution refers to the fusion of physical, digital, and biological systems. So I believe the most accurate description would be option C, which mentions the bringing together of various cutting-edge technologies.
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Michael
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not entirely sure about this one. The options all seem to describe different aspects of industrial or technological change. I'll have to think this through carefully before selecting an answer.
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Malinda
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is C. The question is asking about the 'fourth industrial revolution', which seems to be describing the convergence of various advanced technologies like AI, 3D printing, and quantum computing.
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Dorothea
1 year ago
If this is the 'fourth' industrial revolution, I wonder what happened to the first three. Were they lost in the mail or something?
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Skye
1 year ago
Option D? Really? Outsourcing and low-cost labor? That's just the standard capitalist playbook. The fourth industrial revolution is about so much more than that.
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Javier
1 year ago
C) The bringing together of various technologies, such as artificial intelligence, efficient energy storage, 3D printing, quantum computing, etc
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Mabel
1 year ago
B) The use of electric power to create mass production
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Wendell
1 year ago
A) The development of equalities thinking, respect for others, reduced working hours, working from home, discussion of a universal basic income
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Desire
1 year ago
I'm going to have to go with C on this one. The list of emerging technologies is a pretty accurate representation of what's driving the fourth industrial revolution.
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Rosio
1 year ago
User 3: It's fascinating how these technologies are coming together to revolutionize society and the economy.
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Darnell
1 year ago
User 2: Definitely, the combination of AI, 3D printing, and quantum computing is shaping the future.
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Yan
1 year ago
User 1: I agree, option C seems to capture the essence of the fourth industrial revolution.
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Donte
2 years ago
I'm not sure that a universal basic income is really part of the fourth industrial revolution. That's more of a potential social response, not the description of the revolution itself.
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Osvaldo
1 year ago
I agree, the focus is more on the integration of advanced technologies rather than social policies.
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Stefania
1 year ago
C) The bringing together of various technologies, such as artificial intelligence, efficient energy storage, 3D printing, quantum computing, etc
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Annelle
1 year ago
A) The development of equalities thinking, respect for others, reduced working hours, working from home, discussion of a universal basic income
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Willodean
2 years ago
The fourth industrial revolution is all about the convergence of advanced technologies, not just basic automation. Option C seems to capture that best.
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Clemencia
1 year ago
Definitely, the fourth industrial revolution is shaping our society in new and innovative ways.
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Shawna
1 year ago
That's right, it's not just about automation but the convergence of advanced technologies.
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Layla
1 year ago
Yes, it's about the integration of various technologies like AI, 3D printing, and quantum computing.
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Jacquelyne
2 years ago
I agree, option C seems to encompass the idea of the fourth industrial revolution well.
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Peggie
2 years ago
I believe it's C too, the integration of AI, 3D printing, and quantum computing is a key aspect of this revolution.
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Leonard
2 years ago
I agree with Leonardbye, the fourth industrial revolution is about bringing together various technologies.
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Bobbye
2 years ago
I think the answer is C.