Cambridge IGCSE Information and Communication Technology practice

Paper 1 structured question: Computer controlled systems

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Computer controlled systems

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Paper 1Theory4 marks

Computer-controlled systems are used in various industries to automate tasks traditionally done by humans.

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Examples include robots assembling cars in factories, systems managing production lines, and self-driving vehicles transporting goods.

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Identify two examples of computer-controlled systems mentioned in the description.
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b
Explain one benefit and one drawback of using computer-controlled systems instead of human operators.
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Paper 1Theory5 marks

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These vehicles use computers and sensors to navigate roads and avoid obstacles without human drivers.

a
Describe how computer-controlled systems operate self-driving vehicles.
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b
Suggest one advantage and one disadvantage of self-driving vehicles as computer-controlled systems.
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