Which of the following best describes the role of scientific knowledge in society? a.
Advances in scientific knowledge have predictable consequences.
b.
Advances in scientific knowledge can be beneficial to society if applied responsibly.
c.
Advances in scientific knowledge lead to few changes in society.
d.
Society is uninfluenced by advances in scientific knowledge.

B.

Explanation:

Advances in scientific knowledge can be beneficial to society if applied responsibly.

b

Explanation:

edg 2021

1. (1.2kw)x(15/60hours) = .3kwh --> a

2. (5kw)x(90/60hours)x(8cents/kwh) = $0.60 --> d

3. microwave --> 1200 watts = (1.2kw)x(6/60hours) = .12kwh

coffee-maker --> 900 watts = (.9kw)x(10/60hours) = .15kwh

therefore, it requires more energy for the coffee-maker to do the same amount of work.

so the answer is a.

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