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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the randomness of numbers difficult to define?
(a) Numbers have an unpredictability.
(b) Numbers are infinite.
(c) Numbers send different messages.
(d) A number may be random to some but not to others.

2. Shannon used the term entropy to have what meaning in reference to a message?
(a) Importance.
(b) Relevance.
(c) Uncertainty.
(d) Certainty.

3. What is the relationship between humans and memes?
(a) They are a co-dependent function.
(b) Memes are the masters and men are the slaves.
(c) Memes are the slaves to man.
(d) They operate independently.

4. What were the two essential elements of Shannon's simple communication model?
(a) A transmitter and a receiver.
(b) Circuit and grid.
(c) Two relay switches.
(d) Grid and network.

5. What is an algorithm?
(a) A set of instructions for arriving at a certain result.
(b) A mathematical theory.
(c) An algebraic formula.
(d) A complex calculation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Lovelace publish her mathematical arguments anonymously?

2. The elements of DNA come in predictable proportions of what shape?

3. What word book by Robert Cawdrey was published first in 1604?

4. What is DNA also known as?

5. What did the written language provide that helped to progress the intellect of mankind?

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