Question

Big Data, Apple Pie, and the Future In this unit, you were introduced to various kinds of software, particularly databases. Databases have made it possible to gather and analyze vast amounts of data. The study of that data has led to some surprises, such as the real favorite flavor of pie for most people—it’s not what you might think! Watch the video Big Data Is Better Data. After you finish watching the video, answer the following questions: Were you surprised by the “pie data”? Is it true for you, your family, and your friends? Why or why not? The speaker argues that more data allow us to see new things. Think about your favorite hobby—skateboarding, listening to music, or whatever you most enjoy doing. What kinds of insights could big data provide about your hobby? How might these insights make things better for you? Are there any ways that big data could make your hobby worse? The author mentions several challenges facing the world, including poverty and climate change. How might big data help us solve these problems? Think of—and explain—one or more ways that society could use big data, other than the ones mentioned in the video. Think for a moment about the potential problems with big data that the speaker mentioned: Will we treat people unfairly for crimes they haven’t yet committed? Will most jobs disappear due to automation? Can we protect data from people who shouldn’t have it? Choose one of these topics and research it by reading two articles about it. Here are three sources to use to begin your research: Tween Tribune Newsela Channel One News If you are having a difficult time finding what you want, try searching for “data privacy,” “data breach,” “automation and jobs,” “crime and technology,” or “robots and jobs.” Include the following in your answer to the question you choose: Screenshots of the two articles that you read The question that you chose to answer Your answer to the question Three reasons that explain your answer to the question; use evidence from your research to support your op

Answer 1

I want to answer the 1st question. It asks, “Will we treat people unfairly for crimes they haven’t committed?” Well, of course, that’s a 100% chance. But, some people forget that people treat people unfairly for crimes they haven’t committed. Some people stay in jail for up to 35 years and are then released because they are innocent. Yes, computers will make mistakes, but the probability is much, much smaller than a human.

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Answer 2

I was surprised by the “pie data” that revealed apple pie isn't America's true favorite when it comes to individual pies.

For me and my family, apple pie is a classic and always a hit, but I can understand the preference for other flavors when it comes to smaller portions. My friends have varied preferences, with some favoring chocolate, blueberry, or even savory options like chicken pot pie. Ultimately, taste is subjective, and while apple pie might hold a special place in American culture, individual preferences can differ greatly.

The speaker argues that more data allow us to see new things. Think about your favorite hobby—skateboarding, listening to music, or whatever you most enjoy doing. What kinds of insights could big data provide about your hobby? How might these insights make things better for you? Are there any ways that big data could make your hobby worse?