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Computers in Cars 2 M onday afternoon, Mr. Dewey presented the class with a PowerPoint presentation that began with an automobile. “You all did a great job on your business communications project. But it’s time to move on. We’re now going to spend some time talking about computers and automobiles.” Mr. Dewey challenged his class to brainstorm different examples of the use of computers in automobiles. They spent some time comparing their lists and then he opened it up for discus- sion. Hugo was one of the first students to raise his hand. “Computers have helped with diagnos- ing troubles and problems with car engines and other components.” “Yes, yes! Great one,” Mr. Dewey said, adding the words “diagnostic tool” to the board. “What else?”

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