Question

which statement best expressed the authors claim in the automation paradox?
computer automation should allow workers to avoid the need for advanced training.
computer automation will likely be responsible for the loss of most jobs.
computer automation should be welcomed like other technological advances in the past have been.
computer automation will likely increase the number of jobs in certain fields rather than decreasing them.
what is the effect of the authors use of graphs in the automation paradox?
bessen did not use text features.
bessen used graphs to show the negative impact automation has on employment.
bessen used graphs to demonstrate how the increased use of technology has affected the workforce.
the text features did not create an effect.

Explanation:

1. Regarding the author's claim in "The Automation Paradox", computer - automation often has a complex impact on jobs. While it may eliminate some tasks, it also creates new job opportunities in related fields such as technology maintenance, programming for automation, etc. So, the idea that it will increase jobs in certain fields rather than decreasing them is a more balanced view compared to the other extreme claims.
2. For the effect of using graphs, graphs are visual tools that can effectively show trends and changes. In the context of automation and the workforce, they can clearly demonstrate how technological advancements (automation) have affected the workforce in terms of job numbers, types of jobs, etc.

Answer:

1. D. Computer automation will likely increase the number of jobs in certain fields rather than decreasing them.
2. C. Bessen used graphs to demonstrate how the increased use of technology has affected the workforce.