Asked by Justin Stephens on Jun 02, 2024

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Which of the following terms expresses the idea that technology is bound to fail due to its sheer complexity?

A) technological determinism
B) risk society
C) normal accidents
D) technological imperative

Normal Accidents

A concept proposing that in complex systems, accidents are inevitable due to the unforeseeable interaction of multiple failures.

Technological Determinism

The theory that society's technology drives the development of its social structure and cultural values.

Risk Society

A theoretical concept where society is increasingly preoccupied with the future and also manages risks derived from technological and scientific advancements.

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CA
cherry afallaJun 06, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Normal accidents theory, proposed by Charles Perrow, suggests that in complex technological systems, accidents are inevitable due to the complexity and tight coupling of components, making it impossible to foresee all potential failure modes.