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Jinsu: That’s interesting. I did not know the origin. But I think there are some people who do not welcome new inventions like kiosks. Jiwon: I agree. While many people find kiosks convenient and private, others see them as threats. Listen to what this older lady says about a kiosk. Jinsu: She reminds me of the concept of cultural lag that I learned in my social studies class. It means the delays in adjusting to new inventions. Jiwon: That is correct. I think kiosk technology should be improved in such a way that everyone, regardless of age, nationality, or ability, can use it comfortably. Until then, human assistance will still be necessary for customers who prefer it. Otherwise, it could lead to a digital divide. This is why we need to educate people on technology so that we can bridge the gap between those who are good with technology and those who are not. 5 10 15 “It takes too much time for me to figure out how to use a kiosk. I feel like I am not part of a society that takes kiosks for granted. I prefer warm service from people rather than looking at a machine.” Maria (73) Q6 What kind of social issue does kiosk culture reveal? take for granted remind ~ of ... cultural lag regardless of assistance bridge 144 I Unit 6 Inventions and World Cultures