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This test is consist of 25 questions, 4 marks to each question as total 100 marks test. Passing is on 40 Marks. Best of luck


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    VLSE stands for ________

    • A.

      Very large scale integrated circuits

    • B.

      Very large scale integrated circuit

    • C.

      Very long scale interconnecting circuits

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Very large scale integrated circuits
    Explanation
    VLSE stands for Very large scale integrated circuits. This term refers to the design and fabrication of integrated circuits (ICs) that contain a large number of transistors and other electronic components on a single chip. These ICs are used in a wide range of electronic devices, from smartphones and computers to automotive systems and medical equipment. The use of VLSE technology allows for increased functionality and performance in smaller and more efficient devices.

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  • 2. 

    When did computers of fourth generation come in use?

    • A.

      1966-80

    • B.

      1976-85

    • C.

      1986-90

    • D.

      1980-90

    Correct Answer
    B. 1976-85
    Explanation
    The computers of the fourth generation came into use between the years 1976-85. This period marked a significant advancement in computer technology, with the introduction of microprocessors and personal computers. The fourth generation computers were smaller, faster, and more affordable compared to their predecessors. This era also saw the development of graphical user interfaces (GUI) and the beginning of the modern computer era.

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  • 3. 

    What is the full form of MICR?

    • A.

      Mark ink compact reader

    • B.

      Magnetic ink computer reader

    • C.

      Magnetic ink character reader

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    C. Magnetic ink character reader
    Explanation
    MICR stands for Magnetic Ink Character Reader. It is a technology used in banking to facilitate the processing of cheques. The characters on the bottom of a cheque, which include the account number and routing number, are printed using a special magnetic ink. The MICR technology allows these characters to be read and processed quickly and accurately by machines. Therefore, the correct answer is "Magnetic ink character reader".

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  • 4. 

    How many types of printers are there?

    • A.

      5

    • B.

      4

    • C.

      3

    • D.

      2

    Correct Answer
    B. 4
    Explanation
    There are four types of printers available.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following types of printers are used in the world?

    • A.

      Line printers and serial character printers

    • B.

      Drum printer and line printers

    • C.

      Chain printer and serial character printers

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    C. Chain printer and serial character printers
    Explanation
    Chain printers and serial character printers are types of printers that are used in the world.

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  • 6. 

    The data read from the memory or that to be written in the memory is placed in register's

    • A.

      ROM

    • B.

      MDR

    • C.

      MAR

    • D.

      RAM

    Correct Answer
    B. MDR
    Explanation
    The data read from the memory or that to be written in the memory is placed in the MDR (Memory Data Register). The MDR is a temporary storage location within the computer's memory system that holds the data being transferred between the CPU and the memory. It acts as a buffer, allowing the CPU to access and manipulate the data before it is written back to the memory or used for further processing.

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  • 7. 

    MDR stands for _________

    • A.

      Memory drum register

    • B.

      Metric drum register

    • C.

      Memory data register

    • D.

      Magnetic data register

    Correct Answer
    C. Memory data register
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Memory data register". MDR stands for Memory Data Register, which is a temporary storage location in a computer's central processing unit (CPU). It holds the data that is being transferred between the CPU and the computer's memory.

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  • 8. 

    CDROM stands for_________

    • A.

      Computer disk read-only memory

    • B.

      Compact direct read-only memory

    • C.

      Computer disk research-only memory

    • D.

      Compact disk read-only memory

    Correct Answer
    D. Compact disk read-only memory
    Explanation
    CDROM stands for Compact disk read-only memory. It is a storage medium that uses optical technology to read and retrieve data. The term "compact disk" refers to the physical format of the storage medium, which is a flat, circular disc. The term "read-only memory" indicates that the data on the CDROM is permanently written during manufacturing and cannot be altered or erased by the user.

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  • 9. 

    How many types of ROM are there in a computer?

    • A.

      3

    • B.

      4

    • C.

      5

    • D.

      6

    Correct Answer
    C. 5
    Explanation
    There are five types of ROM in a computer.

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  • 10. 

    BASIC stands for ________

    • A.

      Begin all post system instruction code

    • B.

      Beginners` All purpose symbolic instruction code

    • C.

      Belong all purpose system instruction code

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    B. Beginners` All purpose symbolic instruction code
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Beginners' All purpose symbolic instruction code." BASIC is a programming language that was designed to be simple and easy to learn for beginners. It uses English-like commands and is often used for educational and introductory purposes.

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  • 11. 

    Which statement is used to assign a numerical or a string value to a variable?

    • A.

      Go sub

    • B.

      LET

    • C.

      REM

    • D.

      READ-DATA

    Correct Answer
    B. LET
    Explanation
    The statement "LET" is used to assign a numerical or a string value to a variable.

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  • 12. 

    Which of the following printers consists of a steel band on which characters are embossed?

    • A.

      Line printer

    • B.

      Drum printer

    • C.

      Chain printer

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    C. Chain printer
    Explanation
    A chain printer consists of a steel band on which characters are embossed. This band, known as the chain, contains the characters that need to be printed. As the chain rotates, the embossed characters strike an inked ribbon, transferring the ink onto the paper, thus creating the printed output. This mechanism allows for fast and reliable printing, making chain printers suitable for high-volume printing tasks. In contrast, line printers use a line of type to print characters, and drum printers use a rotating drum with characters engraved on its surface. None of these printers use a steel band with embossed characters.

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  • 13. 

    The transaction where selling and buying of products is done online, is called _________.

    • A.

      E-commerce

    • B.

      Online banking

    • C.

      Resolution

    • D.

      Spreadsheet

    Correct Answer
    A. E-commerce
    Explanation
    E-commerce refers to the transaction of selling and buying products online. It involves conducting business electronically, allowing customers to browse and purchase products through websites or mobile applications. This term encompasses various online activities such as online shopping, online auctions, and online banking. It has revolutionized the way businesses operate and has become an integral part of the global economy.

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  • 14. 

    HTTP stands for _______

    • A.

      Hyper table transport protocol

    • B.

      Hyper text transport protocol

    • C.

      Hyper table transport protocol

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    B. Hyper text transport protocol
    Explanation
    HTTP stands for Hyper Text Transport Protocol. This protocol is used for communication between a client and a server over the internet. It is the foundation of data communication for the World Wide Web. HTTP allows for the retrieval and display of hypertext documents, which are commonly referred to as web pages. It is responsible for transmitting data between the client's web browser and the server that hosts the website.

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  • 15. 

    A station on a network is a/an  _________. It can be a dump terminal or a printer or a computer machine.

    • A.

      Patch

    • B.

      Port

    • C.

      Node

    • D.

      Interface

    Correct Answer
    C. Node
    Explanation
    A station on a network is referred to as a "node". This can be any device such as a dump terminal, printer, or computer machine that is connected to the network.

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  • 16. 

    The language in which data is represented in terms of dens and zeros and programs can be executed directly by the computer is called __________.

    • A.

      Assembly language

    • B.

      High level language

    • C.

      Binary coded language

    • D.

      Machine language

    Correct Answer
    D. Machine language
    Explanation
    Machine language is the correct answer because it refers to the language in which data is represented using binary code, consisting of ones and zeros. Programs written in machine language can be executed directly by the computer's hardware. Assembly language is a low-level language that uses mnemonic codes to represent machine language instructions. High-level languages are more user-friendly and require a compiler or interpreter to convert the code into machine language. Binary coded language is not a commonly used term in computer science.

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  • 17. 

    PDA stands for _________

    • A.

      Prolog digital assistant

    • B.

      Program decimal assistant

    • C.

      Protocol digital assistant

    • D.

      Personal digital assistant

    Correct Answer
    D. Personal digital assistant
    Explanation
    PDA stands for Personal Digital Assistant. This term refers to a handheld device that combines computing, telephone, and networking features. It is designed to assist individuals in managing personal information such as contacts, appointments, and tasks. Examples of PDAs include devices like Palm Pilots and Blackberry phones.

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  • 18. 

    An extremely light weight personal computer, typically weighing less than 6 pounds is called _______.

    • A.

      Notebook computer

    • B.

      Palmtop

    • C.

      Laptop

    • D.

      Mini computer

    Correct Answer
    A. Notebook computer
    Explanation
    An extremely light weight personal computer, typically weighing less than 6 pounds is called a notebook computer. It is a portable device that is smaller and lighter than traditional laptops, making it convenient for users to carry it around. Notebook computers are designed for mobility and are often used for tasks such as internet browsing, word processing, and multimedia consumption.

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  • 19. 

    How many basic operators are there in a Boolean algebra?

    • A.

      5

    • B.

      4

    • C.

      3

    • D.

      2

    Correct Answer
    B. 4
    Explanation
    There are four basic operators in Boolean algebra: AND, OR, NOT, and XOR. These operators are used to manipulate Boolean variables and perform logical operations.

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  • 20. 

    The language which uses opcodes instead of binary machine codes is called ________.

    • A.

      High level language

    • B.

      Machine language

    • C.

      Assembly language

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    C. Assembly language
    Explanation
    Assembly language is the correct answer because it is a low-level programming language that uses mnemonic codes or opcodes instead of binary machine codes. It provides a more human-readable representation of machine language instructions, making it easier for programmers to write and understand code. High-level languages like C++ or Java are further away from machine code and use more abstract instructions, while machine language directly represents the binary instructions understood by the computer's hardware.

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  • 21. 

    COBOL stands for ______

    • A.

      Computer business oriented language

    • B.

      Coded business operator language

    • C.

      Computer business operator language

    • D.

      Common business operator language

    Correct Answer
    D. Common business operator language
    Explanation
    COBOL stands for Common Business Operator Language. It is a programming language that was designed for business applications. The term "common" refers to its widespread use across different industries, while "business" indicates its focus on business-oriented applications. The term "operator" refers to the language's ability to perform operations on data. Therefore, the correct answer is Common Business Operator Language.

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  • 22. 

    How many basic types of binary coding are used in computers?

    • A.

      3

    • B.

      2

    • C.

      4

    • D.

      5

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    There are three basic types of binary coding used in computers. Binary coding is the representation of data or instructions in binary form, consisting of only 0s and 1s. These three basic types include the binary system (base-2), which is commonly used in computer systems, the hexadecimal system (base-16), which is used for representing large binary numbers in a more compact form, and the ASCII code, which is used for representing characters in computers.

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  • 23. 

    WAIS stands for ________

    • A.

      World area inter server

    • B.

      Wide area information server

    • C.

      Wide area inter connection

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    B. Wide area information server
    Explanation
    WAIS stands for Wide Area Information Server. This is a correct answer because WAIS is a system that allows users to search and retrieve information from a wide variety of databases located on different servers across the internet. It was developed in the 1990s as an early internet search engine and was particularly useful for accessing and searching large amounts of textual information.

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  • 24. 

    Which of the following developed the Pascal (a programming language)?

    • A.

      John Backus

    • B.

      John kemeny

    • C.

      Nicklaus

    • D.

      John wirth

    Correct Answer
    C. Nicklaus
    Explanation
    Nicklaus is the correct answer because he is the one who developed the Pascal programming language. Pascal was created in the late 1960s and early 1970s by Niklaus Wirth, a Swiss computer scientist. It was named after the French mathematician and philosopher Blaise Pascal. Pascal was designed to encourage good programming practices and to be a reliable and efficient language for scientific and educational purposes.

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  • 25. 

    The variables that can have values in the form of a sequence of characters and are represented by an alphabet and a '&' sign at the end is called _________.

    • A.

      Numeric value

    • B.

      Character

    • C.

      String variable

    • D.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    C. String variable
    Explanation
    A string variable is a type of variable that can hold a sequence of characters. It is represented by an alphabet and an '&' sign at the end. This type of variable is used to store textual data such as names, sentences, or any other combination of characters. It is different from numeric values or characters, as it can store a sequence of characters rather than just a single character or a numerical value. Therefore, the correct answer is string variable.

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