UNIT 1.

1 – UNDERSTANDING AI
What is AI?

Artificial Intelligence is the ability of machines to perform tasks that normally require
human intelligence.
Examples:
● Learning
● Understanding language
● Recognizing faces
● Making decisions
● Predicting outcomes

Daily Life Applications of AI

Identify AI around them.
Examples:
1. Smartphone Face Lock
2. Recognizes face.
3. Google Maps
4. Predicts traffic.
5. YouTube
6. Recommends videos.
7. Netflix
8. Suggests movies.
9. Instagram
10. Suggests reels.
11. ChatGPT
12. Answers questions.
13. Online Shopping
14. Recommends products.

How can AI help you in daily life?

● Homework assistance
● Navigation
● Language translation
● Learning new skills
● Finding information quickly

How does a machine become Artificially Intelligent?

A machine becomes intelligent by training with data and algorithm. AI machines keep
updating their knowledge to optimize their output. If the machine is Artificially
Intelligent then it will be able to
■ Mimics human intelligence
■ Can solve real-world problems
■ Improves on its own from past experiences
■ Can predict and make decisions on its own
Three Domains of AI

AI
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DATA NLP CV

Statistical Data
● Statistical Data refers to the collection, organization, analysis, and interpretation of data
to identify patterns and make informed decisions. In AI, statistical data helps machines
learn from past information and predict future outcomes.

AI Game: Rock, Paper, Scissors AI

Examples:
● Bank fraud detection
● Sales prediction
● Weather forecasting

Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Natural Language Processing enables computers to understand, interpret, and respond to
human language. It is used in chatbots, voice assistants, language translation, and speech
recognition systems.

AI Game: Semantris

Examples:
Google Assistant …"What's the weather today?"
Siri…"Call Mom."
Alexa…"Play music."
Chatbots. …Answer customer questions.

Computer Vision
Computer Vision allows computers to interpret and understand images and videos. It is used
in facial recognition, object detection, medical imaging, self-driving cars, and augmented
reality.

AI Game: Quick, Draw!

Examples:
● Face Unloc-Phone recognizes face.
● CCTV Cameras-Recognize people.
● Self-driving Cars -Recognize roads and vehicles.
● Medical Imaging-Detect diseases from scans.

Applications of AI

Face Lock in Smartphones – Nowadays, mobiles come with face lock systems. In this
mobile, the front camera detects and captures the face and matches it with the features
image, and if it is matched, then the phone will be unlocked.
Smart assistants – smart assistants like Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa—recognise
the speech patterns of the user and provide a useful response.
Fraud and Risk Detection – Now AI can identify and prevent fraud-related activities
by analysing the data. AI also helps the bank to push their banking products based on
the customer’s purchasing power.
Medical Imaging – The AI application is used to read and convert 2D scan images into
interactive 3D models that enable medical professionals to gain a detailed
understanding of a patient’s health condition.

Important Questions
1. What is AI?
2. Can machines learn?
3. How does AI learn?
4. Name three domains of AI.
5. Which domain is used in face recognition?
6. Which domain is used in chatbots?
7. Which domain is used in fraud detection?
8. How is AI helping us today?

Quick Revision

1. AI is ___________(A machine's ability to perform tasks requiring human intelligence.)

2. NLP stands for ___________(Natural Language Processing)
3. CV stands for ___________(Computer Vision)
4. Face Unlock uses ___________(Computer Vision)
 5. Siri and Alexa use ___________(NLP)
6. Fraud Detection uses ___________(Data)

1. What is AI?
AI stands for artificial intelligence. The term artificial intelligence was coined by Stanford
researcher John McCarthy in 1956 and combines the two words artificial and intelligence.
Artificial – Artificial refers to something created or produced by humans rather than existing
naturally.
Intelligence – The ability to acquire and use knowledge and skills is referred to as intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a technology that enables machines to perform tasks that normally
require human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, and decision-making.

2. Can machines learn?

Yes, machines can learn from data and experiences using Machine Learning techniques.

3. How does AI learn?

AI learns by collecting data, finding patterns in the data, and improving its performance based
on the results.

4. Name three domains of AI.

The three domains of AI are:

● Data
● Computer Vision (CV)
● Natural Language Processing (NLP)

5. Which domain is used in face recognition?

Computer Vision (CV) is used in face recognition because it helps machines understand and
analyze images and videos.

6. Which domain is used in chatbots?

Natural Language Processing (NLP) is used in chatbots because it helps machines understand
and respond to human language.

7. Which domain is used in fraud detection?

Data domain is used in fraud detection because it analyzes large amounts of data to identify
unusual patterns and suspicious activities.

8. How is AI helping us today?

AI is helping us in many ways, such as:

● Voice assistants like Siri and Google Assistant

● Online shopping recommendations
● Face recognition in smartphones
● Medical diagnosis
● Traffic and navigation systems
Part A – Quiz Time: AI Quiz

1. Which one of the following is an application of AI?

a. Remote controlled Drone

b. Self-Driving Car
c. Self-Service Kiosk
d. Self-Watering Plant System

Answer: b. Self-Driving Car

2. This language is easy to learn and is one of the most popular languages for AI today:

a. C++
b. Python
c. Ruby
d. Java

Answer: b. Python

3. This field is enabling computers to identify and process images as humans do:

a. Face Recognition
b. Model-view-controller
c. Computer Vision
d. Eye-in-Hand System

Answer: c. Computer Vision

4. What does NLP stand for in AI?

a. Neutral Learning Projection

b. Neuro-Linguistic Programming
c. Natural Language Processing
d. Neural Logic Presentation

Answer: c. Natural Language Processing

5. Which of the following is not a domain of Artificial Intelligence?

a. Data Management System

b. Computer Vision
c. Natural Language Processing
d. Data Science

Answer: a. Data Management System

6. How excited are you about this AI curriculum?

a. Very Excited!
b. A bit excited
c. Same as always
d. Not excited at all

Answer: Personal response (Students may choose any option.)

Additional MCQs for Practice

7. Which AI domain is used in Face Unlock feature of smartphones?

a. Data Science
b. Computer Vision
c. Natural Language Processing
d. Robotics

Answer: b. Computer Vision

8. Which AI domain helps computers understand human language?

a. Data Science
b. Robotics
c. Natural Language Processing
d. Computer Vision

Answer: c. Natural Language Processing

9. Which of the following is an example of Computer Vision?

a. Google Translate
b. Chatbot
c. Face Recognition System
d. Spam Filter

Answer: c. Face Recognition System

10. Which AI domain is mainly used for making predictions from large amounts of data?

a. Data Science
b. Computer Vision
c. Natural Language Processing
d. Robotics

Answer: a. Data Science

[Link] Al domain focuses on enabling machines to comprehend, interpret, and

generate human language?
(a) Machine Learning
(b) Natural Language Processing
(c) Robotics
(d) Expert System

Answer:(b) Natural Language Processing

[Link] is an advantage of AI in healthcare?
(a) Reduced human errors in diagnostics
(b) High cost of implementation
(c) Limited access to healthcare facilities
(d) Increased doctor-patient interaction time
Answer:
(a) Reduced human errors in diagnostics

13..Which industry extensively uses Al for personalized recommendations and content

curation?
(a) Healthcare
(b) E-commerce
(c) Agriculture
(d) Manufacturing

Answer : (b) E-commerce

14. ___________ is the ability of machines to do cognitive tasks such as thinking,

perceiving, learning, problem solving, and decision making.

a. Artificial Intelligence
b. Nero Science
c. Data package
d. None of the above

Answer ⟵ a. Artificial Intelligence

15. What is the full form of “AI”?

a. Artificially Intelligent
b. Artificially Intelligence
c. Artificial Intelligence
d. Advanced Intelligence
Answer ⟵ c. Artificial Intelligence

16. Artificial Intelligence is about_____.

a. Playing a game on Computer
b. Making a machine Intelligent
c. Programming on Machine with your Own Intelligence
d. Putting your intelligence in Machine
Answer ⟵ . Making a machine Intelligent

17. Artificial Intelligence’s applications are_________.

a. Expert Systems
b. Gaming
c. Vision Systems
d. All of the above
Answer ⟵ d. All of the above
[Link] important principle that artificial intelligence embraces is holistic inclusive and
progressive development in immersive ways by __________.
a. Problem solving
b. Creative thinking
c. Critically Analyzing data
d. All of the above
Answer ⟵ d. All of the above

19.____________ is an AI game based on satistical data.

a. Rock, Paper, Scissors
b. Akinator with alexa
c. Emoji Scavenger
d. None of the above
Answer ⟵ a. Rock, Paper, Scissors

[Link]. Dinesh Patel, a computer science teacher at kendriya vidyalya, has developed an
educational humanoid namely Shalu, which can converse in 47 languages. Which AI
technology helps Shalu, the robot, converse with us humans?
a. NLP
b. CV
c. ML
d. Data Science
Answer:(a) NLP

Part B

1. How can AI be used as a tool to transform the world into a better place?

Answer:
AI can improve healthcare, education, transportation, agriculture, and environmental
protection. It helps solve complex problems, automates repetitive tasks, increases efficiency,
and improves decision-making, making life easier and safer.

2. Can you list down a few applications in your smartphone that widely make use of
Computer Vision?

Answer:

● Face Unlock
● Camera Filters
● Google Lens
● QR Code Scanner
● Photo Tagging and Recognition
● Augmented Reality (AR) Apps

3. Draw out the difference between the three domains of AI with respect to the types of
data they use.
 AI Domain Type of Data Used

Computer Vision Images and Videos

Natural Language Processing Text and Speech

(NLP)
Data Science Numerical and Historical Data

4. Identify the features and the domain of AI used in them.

(a) Face Recognition System

● Feature: Identifies a person's face

● Domain: Computer Vision

(b) Voice Assistant (Alexa/Siri/Google Assistant)

● Feature: Understands and responds to voice commands

● Domain: Natural Language Processing (NLP)

(c) Weather Prediction / Recommendation System

● Feature: Analyzes large amounts of data to make predictions

● Domain: Data Science

5. Separate the following areas based on the kinds of domains widely used in them.
Area AI Domain

a. Crop productivity Data Science

b. Traffic regulation Computer Vision

c. Maps and navigation Data Science

d. Text editors and autocorrect Natural Language Processing

e. Identifying and predicting disease Data Science

6. After the pandemic, it became essential for everyone to wear a mask. Which domain of
AI can be used to build a system to detect people not wearing masks?

Answer: Computer Vision

Reason: The system analyzes images or video feeds to identify whether a person is wearing a
mask.
 7. Mention four examples of machines that are not AI but confused with AI.
Or
Mention four examples of machines that are smart but not AI.
Automatic gates in shopping malls / remote control drones/ a fully automatic washing machine/
Air Conditioner/ Refrigerator/ Robotic toy cars/ Television etc.

8. Who coined the term Artificial Intelligence?

Answer: John McCarthy.

[Link] the features and the domain of Al used in them:

(a) (b)

(c)

Answer:
(a) Feature: Image Classification using large datasets
AI Domain: Statistical Data
Reason: AI analyzes and organizes large amounts of image data to identify patterns and
classify objects.

(b) Feature: Self-Driving Car / Autonomous Vehicle

AI Domain: Computer Vision (CV)
Reason:
The car uses cameras and sensors to identify roads, vehicles, pedestrians, traffic signs, and
obstacles. AI analyzes these images in real time to help the vehicle navigate safely.

(c)Feature:Speech-to-Text (Voice Recognition)

AI Domain: Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Reason:The system takes human speech as input and converts it into text. Since it deals with
understanding and processing human language, it belongs to the NLP domain.

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