Multi-Agent Systems MCQs

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1. What is a multi-agent system (MAS)?
(A) A system with a single centralized agent
(B) A system consisting of multiple autonomous agents interacting with each other
(C) A system with agents that are not autonomous
(D) A system with agents that only interact with a central controller

2. What is an agent in the context of multi-agent systems?
(A) A hardware component used in computation
(B) A passive entity that only receives commands
(C) An entity that perceives its environment and takes actions to achieve specific goals
(D) A software module without decision-making capabilities

3. Which of the following is a characteristic of autonomous agents?
(A) They can operate without direct intervention from humans
(B) They rely entirely on human instructions
(C) They are incapable of learning from their environment
(D) They cannot make decisions based on their perceptions

4. What is “agent communication” in a multi-agent system?
(A) The process of single-agent decision-making
(B) Direct interaction with external databases
(C) The exchange of information and coordination between agents
(D) Communication between agents and a central controller

5. What is a “cooperative multi-agent system”?
(A) A system where agents work together to achieve a common goal
(B) A system where agents act independently without interaction
(C) A system with a single agent performing all tasks
(D) A system where agents are isolated from each other

6. Which concept involves agents competing for resources or goals in a multi-agent system?
(A) Isolated multi-agent system
(B) Cooperative multi-agent system
(C) Centralized multi-agent system
(D) Competitive multi-agent system

7. What is the main goal of “coordination” in multi-agent systems?
(A) To increase the autonomy of individual agents
(B) To ensure agents work together efficiently and avoid conflicts
(C) To limit communication between agents
(D) To centralize control of all agents

8. Which of the following is an example of a multi-agent system application?
(A) Autonomous vehicle fleets
(B) Single-user desktop applications
(C) Centralized data processing systems
(D) Static data storage solutions

9. What does “agent negotiation” refer to in multi-agent systems?
(A) The collection of data by a single agent
(B) The direct command of agents by a central authority
(C) The process by which agents reach agreements or resolve conflicts
(D) The isolation of agents from each other

10. What is “task allocation” in a multi-agent system?
(A) The method for increasing agent autonomy
(B) The process of assigning tasks or roles to different agents
(C) The technique for reducing communication among agents
(D) The process of centralizing control of tasks

11. Which concept refers to agents adapting their behavior based on the actions of other agents?
(A) Fixed behavior
(B) Adaptive behavior
(C) Centralized control
(D) Isolated decision-making

12. In multi-agent systems, what is “collaborative problem-solving”?
(A) A method of reducing agent interaction
(B) A technique where agents work independently on separate tasks
(C) A process where a central authority solves problems for all agents
(D) A method where agents work together to solve complex problems

13. What is “distributed problem-solving” in the context of multi-agent systems?
(A) Solving problems with a single centralized agent
(B) Solving problems using multiple agents working together, each contributing their own part
(C) Centralized problem-solving with external data sources
(D) Solving problems using isolated agents without communication

14. Which technique is commonly used for agent coordination in multi-agent systems?
(A) Single-agent planning
(B) Centralized algorithms
(C) Fixed scheduling
(D) Coordination protocols

15. What is “agent mobility” in a multi-agent system?
(A) The capability of agents to move between different locations or states
(B) The restriction of agents to a fixed location
(C) The process of agents remaining stationary
(D) The central control of agent locations

16. Which concept describes agents working together towards a common goal with minimal interaction?
(A) Centralized multi-agent system
(B) Competitive multi-agent system
(C) Cooperative multi-agent system
(D) Isolated multi-agent system

17. What is “agent learning” in multi-agent systems?
(A) The process by which agents improve their performance through experience or interactions
(B) The static programming of agent behavior
(C) The isolation of agents from learning processes
(D) The direct control of agent actions

18. Which of the following is a key challenge in multi-agent systems?
(A) Minimizing the number of agents involved
(B) Centralizing control of all agents
(C) Ensuring effective communication and coordination among agents
(D) Isolating agents from one another

19. What is “agent-based modeling”?
(A) A simulation technique where agents with distinct behaviors interact to study complex systems
(B) A method for centralizing agent control
(C) A technique for individual robot programming
(D) A process for agent isolation

20. What is “conflict resolution” in multi-agent systems?
(A) The method of isolating agents from one another
(B) The central control of agent actions
(C) The process of resolving disagreements or conflicts among agents
(D) The process of agents working independently

21. Which term refers to the capability of an agent to perceive its environment and act accordingly?
(A) Task scheduling
(B) Centralized control
(C) Fixed behavior
(D) Perception-action cycle

22. What does “agent autonomy” mean in a multi-agent system?
(A) The requirement for all agents to be centrally controlled
(B) The degree to which an agent operates independently without external control
(C) The restriction of agent decision-making to a central authority
(D) The fixed behavior of agents

23. What is the role of “feedback” in multi-agent systems?
(A) Feedback centralizes control of agents
(B) Feedback restricts agent autonomy
(C) Feedback helps agents adjust their behavior based on interactions and outcomes
(D) Feedback limits agent communication

24. What is “resource allocation” in a multi-agent system?
(A) The method of reducing agent communication
(B) The process of distributing resources among agents to achieve goals
(C) The central control of resource usage
(D) The process of isolating agents from resource management

25. Which term describes the method of organizing agents into hierarchical structures?
(A) Decentralized coordination
(B) Flat organization
(C) Hierarchical organization
(D) Fixed scheduling

26. What is “scalability” in the context of multi-agent systems?
(A) The restriction of the system to a fixed number of agents
(B) The ability of the system to handle an increasing number of agents efficiently
(C) The centralization of control for all agents
(D) The isolation of agents from scaling processes

27. What does “task decomposition” refer to in multi-agent systems?
(A) Centralizing task execution
(B) Breaking down complex tasks into simpler sub-tasks that can be handled by different agents
(C) The isolation of tasks from agents
(D) The direct control of all tasks by a single agent

28. Which technique is used to manage dynamic changes in the environment of a multi-agent system?
(A) Fixed behavior
(B) Adaptive algorithms
(C) Centralized control
(D) Isolated decision-making

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