Question

Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option.

Statement: While the world is moving towards automation, it is essential to ensure that ethical frameworks evolve alongside technological advancements to prevent misuse.

Assumptions:

I. Automation can lead to ethical dilemmas.

Il. Ethical frameworks must be updated to keep pace with technological advancements.

III. Automation will eventually replace human labor in all sectors.

• A. Only I and II are implicit
• B. Only I and III are implicit
• C. All are implicit
• D. Only I is implicit

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Only I and II are implicit

The statement says that as automation increases, ethical frameworks should also evolve to prevent misuse.

Now examine the assumptions:

• I. Automation can lead to ethical dilemmas.
  This is assumed because the statement talks about preventing misuse.

• II. Ethical frameworks must be updated to keep pace with technological advancements.
  This is directly implied in the statement.

• III. Automation will eventually replace human labor in all sectors.
  This is not stated or required for the statement to be valid.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

$\boxed{\text{Only I and II}}$