APCSP APCSP Global and Ethical Implications 3

Question 1

Which is an example of 'crowdsourcing' as a computing innovation?

Accepted Answer

A platform where thousands of volunteers contribute data or labor to solve a problem collectively

Answer

Crowdsourcing harnesses distributed human contributions — like Wikipedia editors or citizen science projects — to accomplish tasks at scale.

Question 2

What is a concern with 'filter bubbles' created by recommendation algorithms?

Accepted Answer

They limit users to content that reinforces existing beliefs, reducing exposure to diverse perspectives

Answer

Filter bubbles occur when algorithms show only content aligned with a user's past behavior, potentially narrowing worldviews and reinforcing biases.

Question 3

How does computing impact environmental sustainability?

Accepted Answer

Data centers and devices consume significant energy and generate electronic waste, contributing to environmental challenges

Answer

Large data centers consume enormous electricity, and discarded electronics create e-waste with toxic materials that harm ecosystems.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'terms of service' agreement?

Accepted Answer

To legally define the rights and responsibilities of both the user and the service provider

Answer

Terms of service agreements establish legal rules for using a platform, including data usage rights, acceptable behavior, and liability limits.

Question 5

Which scenario best illustrates the concept of 'computing bias'?

Accepted Answer

A facial recognition system that performs significantly less accurately on people with darker skin tones

Answer

Computing bias occurs when systems perform differently across demographic groups, often due to underrepresentation in training data.

(APCSP) AP Computer Science Principles Practice Test