Question

question 9 of 10

what change occurred in personal computing in the 1990s?

a. as internet use increased, computers became more expensive to use.
b. computers became harder to find as demand for them increased.
c. as computers were made with more features, computers became easier to use.
d. computers became less expensive and more readily available.

Explanation:

Analyze the historical trends of personal computing in the 1990s

During the 1990s, advancements in microprocessors, manufacturing efficiency, and global supply chains led to a dramatic reduction in the cost of producing personal computers.

Evaluate the given options against historical facts

• Option A is incorrect because internet access and computer usage costs decreased over time.
• Option B is incorrect because mass production made computers highly abundant rather than scarce.
• Option C is incorrect because added features do not inherently make systems simpler to use, and it does not capture the primary economic shift.
• Option D is correct because computers became significantly cheaper and widely accessible to the general public.

Answer:

• (A) As internet use increased, computers became more expensive to use.
• (B) Computers became harder to find as demand for them increased.
• (C) As computers were made with more features, computers became easier to use.
• (D) Computers became less expensive and more readily available. (Correct answer)