Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered...
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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 16 to 20.
The Internet of Things (IoT) represents a transformative shift in how physical devices connect and communicate with each other. (16) _______. This network encompasses everything from household appliances to industrial machinery, all sharing data continuously through embedded sensors and software. Smart thermostats can learn user preferences and adjust temperatures automatically, while connected refrigerators monitor food inventory and suggest recipes. (17) _______. The healthcare sector has particularly benefited from IoT technology, with wearable devices tracking vital signs and alerting medical professionals to potential emergencies. (18) _______. However, this unprecedented connectivity raises significant concerns about cybersecurity and privacy protection. Hackers could potentially access sensitive personal information or even control critical infrastructure remotely. (19) _______. Despite these challenges, industry experts predict exponential growth in IoT adoption across all sectors. (20) _______. As devices become more intelligent and interconnected, society must balance innovation with robust security measures to protect users.
(Adapted from https://www.britannica.com/science/Internet-of-Things)
Question 16. A. Thus, numerous networked appliances currently create vast amounts of data demanding complex interpretation to comprehend effectively
B. Therefore, countless interconnected systems presently produce enormous quantities of information necessitating advanced analysis to understand properly
C. Consequently, billions of connected devices now generate massive volumes of data requiring sophisticated analytics to interpret meaningfully
D. Hence, multiple linked devices nowadays yield substantial data volumes requiring elaborate processing to decipher appropriately