This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Who believes humans have enough wealth and technology to justify no longer pursuing more? a. Bill ... (Read 38 times)

MirandaLo

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 538
on: Jun 19, 2018
Who believes humans have enough wealth and technology to justify no longer pursuing more?
 
 

a. Bill McKibben c. Gordon Moore
  b. Ted Kaczynski d. Bill Joy



Question 2

What areas has Bill McKibben, one of the first environmentalists to warn against the dangers of global
  warming, specifically suggested relinquishing, according to Kurzweil?


 
 

a. Biotechnology and motor vehicles c. Biotechnology and nanotechnology
  b. Warp technology and nanotechnology d. Biotechnology and biochemistry



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

mfedorka

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 324
Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
McKibben justifies the position that humanity could stand to halt technological research because current
technologies should be considered sufficient.



Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
According to Kurzweil, McKibben has not only suggested relinquishing biotechnology and
nanotechnology, but to some extent even all technology



MirandaLo

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 538
Reply #2 on: Jun 19, 2018
Thank you


mfedorka

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 324
Reply #3 on: Jun 19, 2018
No problem :)


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Most childhood vaccines are 90–99% effective in preventing disease. Side effects are rarely serious.

Did you know?

As the western states of America were settled, pioneers often had to drink rancid water from ponds and other sources. This often resulted in chronic diarrhea, causing many cases of dehydration and death that could have been avoided if clean water had been available.

Did you know?

Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).

Did you know?

In 2012, nearly 24 milliion Americans, aged 12 and older, had abused an illicit drug, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).

Did you know?

Drying your hands with a paper towel will reduce the bacterial count on your hands by 45–60%.

Bonobos are close relatives of chimpanzees and of humans. Bonobos are close relatives of chimpanzees and of humans.
A seemingly anonymous well-wisher from the crowd greets President Bill Clinton. When Clinton was ... A seemingly anonymous well-wisher from the crowd greets President Bill Clinton. When Clinton was ...
Throughout history, technology has had an impact on families. Today is no exception. Throughout history, technology has had an impact on families. Today is no exception.
Since 1991, General Motors engines have been equipped with slightly (1/8 inch or 3 mm) longer spark ... Since 1991, General Motors engines have been equipped with slightly (1/8 inch or 3 mm) longer spark ...
Humans are related to Earth’s other organisms Humans are related to Earth’s other organisms
A comparison of sperm production and egg production in humans A comparison of sperm production and egg production in humans
Video: Gastrulation: cross section of the frog

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library