Question

question 22 of 25
which statement describes an unanticipated impact of a technological advance?
a. the nonnative plant kudzu was brought to the united states in order to curb erosion, but it destroys native plants
b. the development of antibiotics allowed people to be treated for bacterial infections, but their overuse has led to strains of bacteria that cannot be killed by available antibiotics
c. continued research and development has produced white led lights that have gradually replaced traditional fluorescent and incandescent bulbs
d. artificial neural networks have been developed to allow doctors to diagnose patients more quickly and accurately

Explanation:

• Option A involves a non - technological introduction of a plant, so it is not relevant.
• Option B shows an unanticipated consequence (antibiotic - resistant bacteria) of the technological advance of antibiotic development.
• Option C is a normal progression of technological improvement without an unanticipated impact.
• Option D is a positive and anticipated use of artificial neural networks in medicine.

Answer:

B. The development of antibiotics allowed people to be treated for bacterial infections, but their overuse has led to strains of bacteria that cannot be killed by available antibiotics