Question 1

In which format is data finally stored in computers?

Accepted Answer

A)  Letters of English alphabet 
B)  Even numbers 
C)  Binary digits 
D)  Special characters 
A)  Letters of English alphabet 
B)  Even numbers 
C)  Binary digits 
D)  Special characters

Question 2

Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy.If Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices,including his computer,smartphone,and tablet,where should he store them?

Accepted Answer

A)  RAM 
B)  ROM 
C)  Cloud storage 
D)  Compact disk 
A)  RAM 
B)  ROM 
C)  Cloud storage 
D)  Compact disk

Question 3

To resolve major computer issues,computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system.Which of the following should happen before this step?

Accepted Answer

A)  Disconnect all output devices. 
B)  Transfer contents to an external storage device. 
C)  Disconnect the UPS. 
D)  Remove the internal hard drive on which the operating system is stored. 
A)  Disconnect all output devices. 
B)  Transfer contents to an external storage device. 
C)  Disconnect the UPS. 
D)  Remove the internal hard drive on which the operating system is stored.

Question 4

Alice stored a memory card in her wallet that had all the photographs of a recent trip she took.When she inserted the card into her laptop,her computer wasn't able to read it.Alice tried to access its contents on her other devices but could not.Based on this,which of the following is/are likely to be true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Though the memory card may be damaged,its contents can be retrieved using a different device. 
B)  The memory card is damaged and storing it in a protective case could have avoided the damage. 
C)  The memory card is damaged and its contents are permanently lost. 
D)  All of her devices have faulty memory card slots and her memory card is not damaged at all. 
A)  Though the memory card may be damaged,its contents can be retrieved using a different device. 
B)  The memory card is damaged and storing it in a protective case could have avoided the damage. 
C)  The memory card is damaged and its contents are permanently lost. 
D)  All of her devices have faulty memory card slots and her memory card is not damaged at all.

Question 5

What determines the speed at which data travels?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bus width 
B)  Clock speed 
C)  Instructions per cycle (IP
C)  
D)  RAM capacity 
A)  Bus width 
B)  Clock speed 
C)  Instructions per cycle (IP
C)  
D)  RAM capacity

Question 6

Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations?

Accepted Answer

A)  Printer 
B)  Voice synthesizer 
C)  Headset 
D)  Projector 
A)  Printer 
B)  Voice synthesizer 
C)  Headset 
D)  Projector

Question 7

Which of the following is a game controller that is held with both hands and used to control movement of on-screen objects by pressing buttons and moving hardware components?

Accepted Answer

A)  Joystick 
B)  Gamepad 
C)  Digital Pen 
D)  Stylus 
A)  Joystick 
B)  Gamepad 
C)  Digital Pen 
D)  Stylus

Question 8

Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor,a keyboard,a CPU,speakers,a printer and a mouse?

Accepted Answer

A)  A laptop 
B)  An all-in-one computer 
C)  A desktop computer 
D)  A tablet 
A)  A laptop 
B)  An all-in-one computer 
C)  A desktop computer 
D)  A tablet

Question 9

Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet,read emails,and store basic data when he travels.Which of the following would be the best option for him?

Accepted Answer

A)  He should be using an all-in-one computer. 
B)  He should always find a desktop computer. 
C)  He should make sure to bring a tablet. 
D)  He should be sure to carry his laptop. 
A)  He should be using an all-in-one computer. 
B)  He should always find a desktop computer. 
C)  He should make sure to bring a tablet. 
D)  He should be sure to carry his laptop.

Question 10

Peripheral devices,like a USB flash drive,are generally connected to your computer through ports.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

What are the two important components of CPU that help in processing the input into output?

Accepted Answer

A)  Control Unit and RAM 
B)  Hard Drive and Arithmetic Logic Unit 
C)  Hard Drive and RAM 
D)  Control Unit and Arithmetic Logic Unit 
A)  Control Unit and RAM 
B)  Hard Drive and Arithmetic Logic Unit 
C)  Hard Drive and RAM 
D)  Control Unit and Arithmetic Logic Unit

Question 12

Manny copied a table from a MS Excel file,closed the file,and then pasted the table in an MS Word document.Where did the copied table get stored after he copied it?

Accepted Answer

A)  In the ROM 
B)  In the RAM 
C)  In the ALU 
D)  In the core 
A)  In the ROM 
B)  In the RAM 
C)  In the ALU 
D)  In the core

Question 13

What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?

Accepted Answer

A)  Uninstall the programs and apps that are not needed. 
B)  Install anti-virus software. 
C)  Install additional RAM. 
D)  Verify if the AC adapter is connected properly. 
A)  Uninstall the programs and apps that are not needed. 
B)  Install anti-virus software. 
C)  Install additional RAM. 
D)  Verify if the AC adapter is connected properly.

Question 14

What is the correct way to update a device driver?

Accepted Answer

A)  Run the update within the OS or the latest software from the device manufacturer's website. 
B)  Replace the driver. 
C)  Run an update from a web browser. 
D)  Obtain the driver update from a friend,and run it from a USB Flash drive. 
A)  Run the update within the OS or the latest software from the device manufacturer's website. 
B)  Replace the driver. 
C)  Run an update from a web browser. 
D)  Obtain the driver update from a friend,and run it from a USB Flash drive.

Question 15

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

Accepted Answer

A)  Turn off the computer and remove its power source. 
B)  Install anti-virus software. 
C)  Disconnect all the input and output devices. 
D)  Disconnect the UPS and surge suppressor. 
A)  Turn off the computer and remove its power source. 
B)  Install anti-virus software. 
C)  Disconnect all the input and output devices. 
D)  Disconnect the UPS and surge suppressor.

Question 16

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Accepted Answer

A)  RAM 
B)  Internal hard drive 
C)  Flash drive 
D)  Virtual memory 
A)  RAM 
B)  Internal hard drive 
C)  Flash drive 
D)  Virtual memory

Question 17

Ryan wants to install a new operating system on his laptop,but first he needs to safely store all his data - over 80 GB - so he doesn't lose any of his files.How should Ryan back up all his data?

Accepted Answer

A)  He should use a memory card to store the data if his laptop has a slot for one,because they are very small and handy. 
B)  He should use the internal hard drive of his laptop to store the data because since it is not detachable,it will ensure maximum safety. 
C)  He should use an external hard drive to store the data because the amount of data he needs to store is quite large. 
D)  He should use a DVD to store his data because other handy storage devices,like flash drives and memory cards,cannot store such a sizeable amount of data. 
A)  He should use a memory card to store the data if his laptop has a slot for one,because they are very small and handy. 
B)  He should use the internal hard drive of his laptop to store the data because since it is not detachable,it will ensure maximum safety. 
C)  He should use an external hard drive to store the data because the amount of data he needs to store is quite large. 
D)  He should use a DVD to store his data because other handy storage devices,like flash drives and memory cards,cannot store such a sizeable amount of data.

Question 18

Daniel wants to buy a desktop to use for playing games after work.He loves racing games and wants to make sure his laptop has all the specifications needed to run them smoothly and efficiently.Which of these factors should he consider?

Accepted Answer

A)  RAM capacity - it provides temporary storage that applications use to run smoothly 
B)  Processor core - some applications,especially games,have greater processor requirements 
C)  Size - larger desktops provide more physical space for memory storage,increasing efficiency 
D)  External hard disk capacity - provides additional temporary storage needed to run heavy applications 
A)  RAM capacity - it provides temporary storage that applications use to run smoothly 
B)  Processor core - some applications,especially games,have greater processor requirements 
C)  Size - larger desktops provide more physical space for memory storage,increasing efficiency 
D)  External hard disk capacity - provides additional temporary storage needed to run heavy applications

Question 19

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed,and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Printers 
B)  Monitors 
C)  Plug-and-play devices 
D)  Video cards 
A)  Printers 
B)  Monitors 
C)  Plug-and-play devices 
D)  Video cards

In which format is data finally stored in computers?

Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy.If Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices,including his computer,smartphone,and tablet,where should he store them?

To resolve major computer issues,computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system.Which of the following should happen before this step?

What determines the speed at which data travels?

Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations?

Which of the following is a game controller that is held with both hands and used to control movement of on-screen objects by pressing buttons and moving hardware components?

Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor,a keyboard,a CPU,speakers,a printer and a mouse?

Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet,read emails,and store basic data when he travels.Which of the following would be the best option for him?

Peripheral devices,like a USB flash drive,are generally connected to your computer through ports.

What are the two important components of CPU that help in processing the input into output?

Manny copied a table from a MS Excel file,closed the file,and then pasted the table in an MS Word document.Where did the copied table get stored after he copied it?

What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?

What is the correct way to update a device driver?

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Ryan wants to install a new operating system on his laptop,but first he needs to safely store all his data - over 80 GB - so he doesn't lose any of his files.How should Ryan back up all his data?

Daniel wants to buy a desktop to use for playing games after work.He loves racing games and wants to make sure his laptop has all the specifications needed to run them smoothly and efficiently.Which of these factors should he consider?

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor.

What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed,and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer?

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Generating Reports From Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks

Managing Data With Data Tools

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Exploring Financial Tools and Functions

Analyzing Data With Business Intelligence Tools

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In which format is data finally stored in computers?

Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy.If Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices,including his computer,smartphone,and tablet,where should he store them?

To resolve major computer issues,computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system.Which of the following should happen before this step?

What determines the speed at which data travels?

Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations?

Which of the following is a game controller that is held with both hands and used to control movement of on-screen objects by pressing buttons and moving hardware components?

Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor,a keyboard,a CPU,speakers,a printer and a mouse?

Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet,read emails,and store basic data when he travels.Which of the following would be the best option for him?

Peripheral devices,like a USB flash drive,are generally connected to your computer through ports.

What are the two important components of CPU that help in processing the input into output?

Manny copied a table from a MS Excel file,closed the file,and then pasted the table in an MS Word document.Where did the copied table get stored after he copied it?

What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?

What is the correct way to update a device driver?

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Ryan wants to install a new operating system on his laptop,but first he needs to safely store all his data - over 80 GB - so he doesn't lose any of his files.How should Ryan back up all his data?

Daniel wants to buy a desktop to use for playing games after work.He loves racing games and wants to make sure his laptop has all the specifications needed to run them smoothly and efficiently.Which of these factors should he consider?

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor.

What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed,and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer?

Getting Started With Excel

Formatting Workbook Text and Data

Analyzing and Charting Financial Data

Generating Reports From Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks

Managing Data With Data Tools

Summarizing Data With Pivottables

Performing What-If Analyses

Exploring Financial Tools and Functions

Analyzing Data With Business Intelligence Tools

Exploring Pivottable Design

Technology and Computing: Part A

Technology and Computing: Part B

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