Understanding Moore's Law

Understanding Moore's Law

Assessment

Interactive Video

Computers, Science, Business

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video explores the relationship between technology's increasing speed and decreasing cost, attributed to Moore's Law. Gordon Moore predicted that computing power would double every two years, leading to smaller, faster, and cheaper technology. This principle guided the electronics industry for decades, resulting in innovations like home computers and digital devices. Although some claim Moore's Law is no longer applicable, its influence on technological advancement and consumer benefits remains significant.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who made the prediction that led to the concept known as Moore's Law?

Thomas Edison

Isaac Newton

Gordon Moore

Albert Einstein

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the common misconception about Moore's Law?

It applies only to software development.

It was proposed by Albert Einstein.

It predicts the decline of technology.

It is the same as Murphy's Law.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main idea behind Moore's Law?

Technology will remain the same over time.

The power of computers will double every two years.

Technology will become more expensive over time.

Computers will become less reliable over time.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Moore's Law, what happens to the cost of technology as it improves?

It remains the same.

It decreases.

It fluctuates unpredictably.

It increases significantly.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT an invention predicted by Moore's Law?

Flying cars

Home computers

Digital wristwatches

Personal portable communications equipment

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did Moore's Law serve as a guiding principle for the electronics industry?

A century

A decade

Two centuries

Half a century