Question

Match each of the following terms to its meaning:

i. Stylus
ii. Ergonomics
iii. Wearable computer
iv. Embedded
v. Bioinformatics

a. Digital pen
b. Hands-free device used for health monitoring
c. Application of information technology to the field of biology
d. Type of computer present at gasoline pumps, traffic lights, and supermarket self-checkout lines
e. Study of the relationship between workers and their workspaces

Answer 1

Each term is matched to its meaning, associating 'stylus' with a digital pen, 'ergonomics' with the study of efficient workspaces, 'wearable computer' with devices for health monitoring, 'embedded' with computers within other systems, and 'bioinformatics' with IT applied to biology.

Step-by-step explanation:

Matching each term to its meaning:

• i. Stylus - a digital pen used to draw or make selections on a touchscreen.
• ii. Ergonomics - the study of the relationship between workers and their workspaces, focusing on designing equipment and workspaces for efficiency and comfort.
• iii. Wearable computer - a hands-free device used for health monitoring and other personal applications that can be worn on the body.
• iv. Embedded - a type of computer system that is part of a larger system and performs dedicated functions; these can be found at gasoline pumps, traffic lights, and supermarket self-checkout lines.
• v. Bioinformatics - the application of information technology to the field of biology, aiding in the collection, classification, storage, and analysis of biochemical and biological information.