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Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) are computational models inspired by the human brain’s neural networks. They consist of inter-connected nodes, or neurons, organized into layers : an input layers, one or more hidden layers and an output layers. Each connection between neurons has a weight that adjusts as learning progresses allowing the network to adopt and improve its performance. ANNs are particularly effective in recognizing patterns making them valuable for tasks such as image and speech recognition, Natural language processing and predictive analytics. Learning in ANNs typically involves training algorithms like back propagation, which minimize the error by adjusting the weights. As a subset of machine learning, ANNs have revolutionized the field of Artificial Intelligence by providing solutions to complex problems that traditional algorithms struggle with.

What is the role of weights in an ANN ?

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To adjust and improve network performance

In a neural network every connection between two neurons carries a weight that scales the signal passing along it.

A neuron computes \(y = f\left(\sum_i w_i x_i + b\right)\); during training the weights \(w_i\) are changed to reduce the error, and the learned weights hold what the network has learned.

The passage says each connection has a weight that adjusts as learning progresses, allowing the network to adapt and improve its performance.

Weights do not store the input data, control processing speed or provide security.

To adjust and improve network performance option is correct.

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