Question

question 14 of 25
which statement is the best description of algorithmic bias?

a. a computer programmer fails to break the problem into smaller
parts before writing an algorithm.

b. there is a shortage of good algorithms available to solve complex
problems.

c. a computer programmer mistakenly writes her own prejudices
into an algorithm.

d. the flowchart showing the problem - solving steps in an algorithm
gets too big and complicated.

Explanation:

Algorithmic bias refers to when an algorithm reflects the biases (prejudices) of its creator. Option A is about problem - breaking in algorithm writing, not bias. Option B is about algorithm shortage, not bias. Option D is about flowchart complexity, not bias. Only option C correctly describes algorithmic bias as a programmer incorporating their prejudices into the algorithm.

Answer:

C. A computer programmer mistakenly writes her own prejudices into an algorithm.