Question 1

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

A)  to create data files you can edit 
B)  to coordinate the resources and activities on a computer 
C)  to display the content of webpages 
D)  to create apps and other programs 
A)  to create data files you can edit 
B)  to coordinate the resources and activities on a computer 
C)  to display the content of webpages 
D)  to create apps and other programs

Question 2

For which of the following school assignments would information literacy be most relevant?

Accepted Answer

A)  Translating a story from a foreign language 
B)  Writing a research paper 
C)  Conducting a science experiment 
D)  Writing a book report 
A)  Translating a story from a foreign language 
B)  Writing a research paper 
C)  Conducting a science experiment 
D)  Writing a book report

Question 3

Phillip works long hours from home on his computer. While the work is challenging, he loves it and feels energized by the long, productive hours. Lately, however, he's been having trouble falling asleep. What strategy will help him get to sleep more easily?

Accepted Answer

A)  Keep a log of his activity with technology. 
B)  Do more relaxing activities with technology. 
C)  Take a break from devices throughout the day. 
D)  Do a digital detox about an hour before bedtime. 
A)  Keep a log of his activity with technology. 
B)  Do more relaxing activities with technology. 
C)  Take a break from devices throughout the day. 
D)  Do a digital detox about an hour before bedtime.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

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 6

How do you create an email message?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use a web service and create an account. 
B)  Use an app or software to compose and send information. 
C)  Use a content management system to publish notes to individuals. 
D)  Use a program that captures incoming hashtags for sharing with others. 
A)  Use a web service and create an account. 
B)  Use an app or software to compose and send information. 
C)  Use a content management system to publish notes to individuals. 
D)  Use a program that captures incoming hashtags for sharing with others.

Question 7

Edward shares a blog post on social media that says the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has changed their recommendation for flu shots. He is quickly bombarded by other people saying his information is wrong. What did Edward fail to do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Check the blog post for bad grammar. 
B)  Post an opposing point of view to maintain balance. 
C)  Check the blog post for accessibility features, such as alt text. 
D)  Verify the content with an authoritative source. 
A)  Check the blog post for bad grammar. 
B)  Post an opposing point of view to maintain balance. 
C)  Check the blog post for accessibility features, such as alt text. 
D)  Verify the content with an authoritative source.

Question 8

A router is a system of two or more devices linked by wires or cables.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Even though website builders have predesigned templates, why is it still helpful to have knowledge of coding languages?

Accepted Answer

A)  To generate a similar look and feel 
B)  To give you finer control over the content 
C)  To have the website blend in with others 
D)  To reflect a common brand 
A)  To generate a similar look and feel 
B)  To give you finer control over the content 
C)  To have the website blend in with others 
D)  To reflect a common brand

Question 10

Julio needs to write a report and develop a budget for his job. What type of apps should he use to complete these tasks?

Accepted Answer

A)  Personal interest apps 
B)  Productivity apps 
C)  Device management apps 
D)  Navigation apps 
A)  Personal interest apps 
B)  Productivity apps 
C)  Device management apps 
D)  Navigation apps

Question 11

Nancy receives a call from someone claiming to work for the local Sheriff's Department. The caller says Nancy hasn't paid her speeding ticket, and she's about to be arrested unless she pays the fine with a credit card over the phone. What kind of attack is this?

Accepted Answer

A)  Social engineering 
B)  Denial of service 
C)  Phishing 
D)  Trojan 
A)  Social engineering 
B)  Denial of service 
C)  Phishing 
D)  Trojan

Question 12

Why is it advisable to look beyond search engines like Google and Bing while conducting online research for assignments and projects?

Accepted Answer

A)  They produce mostly inaccurate results. 
B)  Their results do not pertain to academic research. 
C)  Other search engines provide more reliable research. 
D)  They usually give biased results. 
A)  They produce mostly inaccurate results. 
B)  Their results do not pertain to academic research. 
C)  Other search engines provide more reliable research. 
D)  They usually give biased results.

Question 13

The technology field has become rather elite, only hiring those with extreme talent in game design and Internet security.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Simone frequently downloads mobile apps from the Amazon App Store. What operating system does she have on her smartphone?

Accepted Answer

A)  Blackberry 
B)  Android 
C)  iOS 
D)  Windows 
A)  Blackberry 
B)  Android 
C)  iOS 
D)  Windows

Question 15

A license agreement specifies the number of devices on which you can install the product, any dates of expiration, and other restrictions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Shania has started a new job as an app developer. Her first task was to make an old app designed for Android available on other platforms. Which of the following would make her job easiest and fastest?

Accepted Answer

A)  Develop different versions of the same app for different programs. 
B)  Use cross-platform tools to write code that will translate the existing Android app code into different native formats. 
C)  Feed the existing code into cross-platform tools to develop different versions of the same app. 
D)  Use the same set of codes for different platforms. 
A)  Develop different versions of the same app for different programs. 
B)  Use cross-platform tools to write code that will translate the existing Android app code into different native formats. 
C)  Feed the existing code into cross-platform tools to develop different versions of the same app. 
D)  Use the same set of codes for different platforms.

Question 17

What can you do to make sure your online communications are civil and productive?

Accepted Answer

A)  Post all of your messages anonymously. 
B)  Incorporate humor in your communications. 
C)  Follow netiquette guidelines. 
D)  Keep in mind that your online communications are private. 
A)  Post all of your messages anonymously. 
B)  Incorporate humor in your communications. 
C)  Follow netiquette guidelines. 
D)  Keep in mind that your online communications are private.

Question 18

Many new cars use embedded software to control motion sensors, a backup camera, or a navigation system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Dominic is left-handed and frustrated with his pointing device because the default settings are for right-handed people. You can help Dominic solve his problem by telling him which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Move his mouse to the other side of the computer. 
B)  Adjust the settings for the mouse through the Settings dialog box. 
C)  Adjust the sensitivity of the mouse for smoother movements. 
D)  Purchase a new computer with a touch screen so he does not have to use a mouse. 
A)  Move his mouse to the other side of the computer. 
B)  Adjust the settings for the mouse through the Settings dialog box. 
C)  Adjust the sensitivity of the mouse for smoother movements. 
D)  Purchase a new computer with a touch screen so he does not have to use a mouse.

Question 20

What technology allows Alexa and Siri personal assistants to respond to questions and follow verbal instructions to perform tasks?

Accepted Answer

A)  Machine learning 
B)  Real-time animation 
C)  Live video streaming 
D)  Artificial intelligence 
A)  Machine learning 
B)  Real-time animation 
C)  Live video streaming 
D)  Artificial intelligence

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

For which of the following school assignments would information literacy be most relevant?

Phillip works long hours from home on his computer. While the work is challenging, he loves it and feels energized by the long, productive hours. Lately, however, he's been having trouble falling asleep. What strategy will help him get to sleep more easily?

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

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

How do you create an email message?

Edward shares a blog post on social media that says the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has changed their recommendation for flu shots. He is quickly bombarded by other people saying his information is wrong. What did Edward fail to do?

A router is a system of two or more devices linked by wires or cables.

Even though website builders have predesigned templates, why is it still helpful to have knowledge of coding languages?

Julio needs to write a report and develop a budget for his job. What type of apps should he use to complete these tasks?

Nancy receives a call from someone claiming to work for the local Sheriff's Department. The caller says Nancy hasn't paid her speeding ticket, and she's about to be arrested unless she pays the fine with a credit card over the phone. What kind of attack is this?

Why is it advisable to look beyond search engines like Google and Bing while conducting online research for assignments and projects?

The technology field has become rather elite, only hiring those with extreme talent in game design and Internet security.

Simone frequently downloads mobile apps from the Amazon App Store. What operating system does she have on her smartphone?

A license agreement specifies the number of devices on which you can install the product, any dates of expiration, and other restrictions.

Shania has started a new job as an app developer. Her first task was to make an old app designed for Android available on other platforms. Which of the following would make her job easiest and fastest?

What can you do to make sure your online communications are civil and productive?

Many new cars use embedded software to control motion sensors, a backup camera, or a navigation system.

Dominic is left-handed and frustrated with his pointing device because the default settings are for right-handed people. You can help Dominic solve his problem by telling him which of the following?

What technology allows Alexa and Siri personal assistants to respond to questions and follow verbal instructions to perform tasks?

Access 2019

Excel 2019

Outlook 2019

Powerpoint 2019

Windows 10 - 2019

Word 2019

Filters

Exam 7: Computer History and Components

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

For which of the following school assignments would information literacy be most relevant?

Phillip works long hours from home on his computer. While the work is challenging, he loves it and feels energized by the long, productive hours. Lately, however, he's been having trouble falling asleep. What strategy will help him get to sleep more easily?

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

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

How do you create an email message?

Edward shares a blog post on social media that says the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has changed their recommendation for flu shots. He is quickly bombarded by other people saying his information is wrong. What did Edward fail to do?

A router is a system of two or more devices linked by wires or cables.

Even though website builders have predesigned templates, why is it still helpful to have knowledge of coding languages?

Julio needs to write a report and develop a budget for his job. What type of apps should he use to complete these tasks?

Nancy receives a call from someone claiming to work for the local Sheriff's Department. The caller says Nancy hasn't paid her speeding ticket, and she's about to be arrested unless she pays the fine with a credit card over the phone. What kind of attack is this?

Why is it advisable to look beyond search engines like Google and Bing while conducting online research for assignments and projects?

The technology field has become rather elite, only hiring those with extreme talent in game design and Internet security.

Simone frequently downloads mobile apps from the Amazon App Store. What operating system does she have on her smartphone?

A license agreement specifies the number of devices on which you can install the product, any dates of expiration, and other restrictions.

Shania has started a new job as an app developer. Her first task was to make an old app designed for Android available on other platforms. Which of the following would make her job easiest and fastest?

What can you do to make sure your online communications are civil and productive?

Many new cars use embedded software to control motion sensors, a backup camera, or a navigation system.

Dominic is left-handed and frustrated with his pointing device because the default settings are for right-handed people. You can help Dominic solve his problem by telling him which of the following?

What technology allows Alexa and Siri personal assistants to respond to questions and follow verbal instructions to perform tasks?

Access 2019

Excel 2019

Outlook 2019

Powerpoint 2019

Windows 10 - 2019

Word 2019

Filters