America and the Global Economy

Question 1

Which statements accurately describe the Internet? Check all that apply.It is a closed system that offers limited access to information.It is a network of millions of computers connected to each other.It spreads entertainment and popular culture through social media. It has increased the production and sale of goods around the world.It was introduced to and used by consumers beginning in the 1980s.It was created for the military and later spread to consumers.

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B: It is a network of millions of computers connected to each other.; C: It spreads entertainment and popular culture through social media.; D: It has increased the production and sale of goods around the world.; F: It was created for the military and later spread to consumers.

Question 2

was the first candidate to successfully use social media to mobilize voters and win the presidency.

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B: Barack Obama

Question 3

In recent years, guided by lasers and satellites have changed warfare. The military also can use to disarm roadside bombs. In addition, countries have used computers to spy on each other and commit .

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A: drones

Question 4

How much was spent on health care per household in 1997?

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B: about $4,000

Question 5

During the space race, nations used technology developed for the to explore outer space. Sputnik was launched by the in 1957. In , Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the moon.

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A: Soviet Union

Question 6

Social media also can help protest movements when videos and images go “.”

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B: viral

Question 7

In recent years, guided by lasers and satellites have changed warfare. The military also can use to disarm roadside bombs. In addition, countries have used computers to spy on each other and commit .

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A: robots

Question 8

How much was spent on health care per household in 2013?

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B: about $9,000

Question 9

In recent years, guided by lasers and satellites have changed warfare. The military also can use to disarm roadside bombs. In addition, countries have used computers to spy on each other and commit .

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A: cyber attacks

Question 10

Based on this graph, healthcare costs will most likely in the future.

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B: continue to increase

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