3.1.3 - Motion Sensors
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Practice Questions
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What does a motion sensor detect?
💡 Hint: Think about the physical activity.
What does PIR stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what kind of radiation it detects.
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What type of motion sensor detects body heat?
💡 Hint: Consider what kind of sensor is typically used in security.
True or False: Accelerometers are primarily used in medical devices.
💡 Hint: Think about where you most commonly see accelerometers.
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Describe a scenario where both PIR sensors and accelerometers could improve security in a smart home system.
💡 Hint: Think about how integration can improve overall security.
Design a fitness application that takes advantage of accelerometers. How does it track the user's physical activity?
💡 Hint: Consider all the activities the app could monitor.
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