Cambridge International A Level · Information Technology (9626)

The digital divide (AS): Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 5 written questions with worked solutions. All on The digital divide (AS).

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Question 1

1 mark

Which group of people is most likely to be negatively affected by the digital divide due to geographical factors?

Question 2

1 mark

Which of the following factors is specifically identified in the syllabus as a cause of the digital divide concerning regional network infrastructure?

Question 3

1 mark

Which of the following is an effect of the digital divide on society regarding information access?

Question 4

1 mark

A government introduces a program to provide digital literacy teaching to elderly citizens. What is the intended effect of this action?

Question 5

1 mark

How does socioeconomic status contribute to the digital divide?

Question 6

2 marks

Explain how the performance of computers, specifically processing speed and memory, can act as a technical cause for the growth of the digital divide.

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Question 7

3 marks

Describe how digital literacy teaching can be used as a method to reduce the effects of the digital divide within a community.

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Question 8

2 marks

Identify two specific groups of people, other than those in different age groups, who are commonly affected by the digital divide.

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Question 9

4 marks

The digital divide refers to the gap between individuals and regions regarding their access to modern technology and the internet.

(a) Identify two specific groups of people who are often affected by the digital divide and explain why they may have restricted access to information technology. (2 points)

(b) State two causes of the digital divide related to infrastructure and computer performance. (2 points)

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Question 10

5 marks

The digital divide can lead to significant social inequality across different regions.

(a) Explain how the inequality of access to internet services can affect the educational opportunities of students in rural areas compared to those in large cities. (2 points)

(b) Describe how digital literacy teaching can be used as a strategy to reduce the effects of the digital divide within a community that has limited previous experience with technology. (3 points)

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