O-LevelComputer ScienceAutomated and emerging technologies2210/11 · May/June 2023 · Q95 Marks
A company uses robots in its factory to manufacture large pieces of furniture.
- (a)One characteristic of a robot is that it is programmable. State two other characteristics of a robot. 1 2[2]
- (b)Give two advantages to company employees of using robots to manufacture large pieces of furniture. 1 2[2]
- (c)Give one disadvantage to the company's owners of using robots to manufacture large pieces of furniture.[1]
Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2023). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- [2] Any two from: • It has a mechanical structure/framework • It has electrical components // by example
- [2] Any two from: e.g. • Employees don't need to lift heavy furniture • Employees can utilise their skills in other tasks • Employees can be protected from dangerous tasks • Employees don't need to perform repetitive/mundane tasks
- [1] Any one from: e.g. • Expensive to install/purchase/setup • High ongoing costs/maintenance costs • May deskill the workforce • If they malfunction, production may stop
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