Question

why does the author refer to deep blue as \another beast\?
a it represented a mighty opponent to defeat.
b it required many programmers to develop it.
c it needed huge amounts of electricity to operate.
d it wanted to have an important place in history.

Explanation:

The term "beast" often implies something powerful and formidable. In the context of a chess - playing computer like Deep Blue, it would be seen as a mighty opponent. Options B (number of programmers), C (electricity), and D (wanting a place in history) do not directly relate to the connotation of "beast" as a powerful opponent.

Answer:

A. It represented a mighty opponent to defeat.