This question tests the comprehension of the result of human ingenuity as described in the passage. The correct answer is 'B. The development of robotics' because the passage states that the compulsion to devise tools has resulted in robotics. Option A is incorrect because the passage does not state that dangerous jobs were created as a result of human ingenuity. Option C is incorrect because while the passage mentions coping with boring tasks, it does not state that they were eliminated. Option D is incorrect because the passage does not mention an increase in burdensome tasks as a result of human ingenuity.