Technological literacy includes the ability to

• A. Ability to gather data by touch
• B. Ability to locate information
• C. Ability to do math quickly
• D. Ability to use tech tools, equipment, software to communicate effectively

Answer: (D)

Technological literacy centers on using digital tools to communicate clearly and work with others. Being able to operate devices, apps, and software to share ideas, collaborate, and convey information effectively is the core ability here. For example, knowing how to type a message, create a document, prepare a presentation, or participate in an online discussion using the right tools shows you can use technology purposefully to connect with people and get things done.

The other ideas don’t capture that communication-focused use of technology. Gathering data by touch describes interacting with devices through touch, but it’s more about data collection methods than communicating or using tech to work with others. Locating information is a valuable skill, yet it’s more about information literacy in general, and may or may not involve ongoing use of technology to communicate. Doing math quickly highlights speed in arithmetic, which isn’t about using technology to communicate or collaborate.