Module 1: End-of-module Comprehensive Examination
This is a 20-item end-of-module 1 test. Time allowed is 20 minutes. You may wish to note that the system will log you out at the end of 20 minutes. You can skip questions you cannot immediately answer and come back to them at the end. Best of luck.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
A colleague in LASU is happy with his new laptop and boasts of it having a high capacity memory. What is he referring to?
- A.
HDD
- B.
RAM
- C.
Processor
- D.
Operating System
Correct Answer
B. RAMExplanation
"Memory" is the common name for the technical term "RAM" which is the acronym for Random Access Memory.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many bits make a byte?
- A.
1
- B.
4
- C.
8
- D.
16
Correct Answer
C. 8Explanation
The byte is a unit of digital information that most commonly consists of eight bits. We learned this in the video.Rate this question:
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- 3.
If you type the first letter of your surname on a PC, how many bits will it be made of?
- A.
1
- B.
4
- C.
8
- D.
16
Correct Answer
C. 8Explanation
A letter of the alphabet takes up a byte which is made up of 8 bits. We learned this in the video.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following hard drive specification has the highest capacity?
- A.
ITB
- B.
250Gb
- C.
500Gb
- D.
1000Mb
Correct Answer
A. ITBExplanation
1TB is the highest capacity since it is made of 1000Gigabytes. The 1000Mb is just a tenth of one gigabyte! Remember 1000Mb=1Gb, 1000Gb= 1TB.Rate this question:
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- 5.
If you are scouting for a PC and the dimension of a component is stated in inches, what will the component be?
- A.
Keyboad
- B.
Monitor
- C.
HDD
- D.
Processor
Correct Answer
B. MonitorExplanation
The computer screen (monitor) is typically measured in inches. Recall the practical session in the video.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following computer component has an aspect of its capacity expressed in Hertz?
- A.
Solid State Drive
- B.
Random Access Memory
- C.
Processor
- D.
Battery
Correct Answer
C. ProcessorExplanation
Correct answer is "processor" whose clock speed is measured in Hertz, shortened as Hz. The unit as we learned in the Monday lesson is named after Heinrich Rudolf Hertz.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The Dean of Education wants the operating system (currently Windows 8.1) and the memory (currently 4Gb) of the PCs in the Faculty computer lab upgraded. Which combination will produce the best results?
- A.
Windows 8.2; 6Gb RAM
- B.
Windows 8.3; 8Gb RAM
- C.
Windows 10: 8Gb RAM
- D.
Windows 11; 8Gb RAM
Correct Answer
C. Windows 10: 8Gb RAMExplanation
This is a trick question because there is no Windows 8.2; Windows 8.3 and Windows 11 is not yet in view. So we are left with Windows 10 and an upgrade from 4Gb to 8Gb.Rate this question:
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- 8.
A professor in the Faculty of Science seeks your advice on how to capture what appears on his screen, so he can paste into a Word document. Which keyboard key(s) will you instruct him to press?
- A.
Alt + C
- B.
Ctr + C
- C.
Shift
- D.
PrtSc
Correct Answer
D. PrtScExplanation
It is the Print Screen button abbreviated as PrtSc. Please recall the demonstration in the video.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of the following is the smallest in terms of physical size?
- A.
Netbook
- B.
Notebook
- C.
Laptop
- D.
Hybrid
Correct Answer
A. NetbookExplanation
A netbook is the smallest in terms of physical size compared to a notebook, laptop, and hybrid. Netbooks are typically smaller and lighter than other portable computers, designed for basic tasks such as web browsing, email, and word processing. They have smaller screens, compact keyboards, and are generally more portable and affordable than other options.Rate this question:
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- 10.
You will NOT find a Windows operating system in a
- A.
Dell
- B.
Compaq
- C.
Mac
- D.
Lenovo
Correct Answer
C. MacExplanation
The Mac has no stomach for Windows Operating System. It has its own special Operating System(OS) known as iOS.Rate this question:
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- 11.
If you have N100,000 and you want to buy a very fast PC which of the following will you buy?
- A.
Atom
- B.
Celeron
- C.
Pentium
- D.
Corei7
Correct Answer
D. Corei7Explanation
The Corei7 processor would be the best choice for buying a very fast PC with N100,000. Corei7 processors are known for their high performance and speed, making them ideal for demanding tasks such as gaming, video editing, and multitasking. They have multiple cores and threads, allowing them to handle intensive processes efficiently. Atom, Celeron, and Pentium processors are generally less powerful and are more suitable for basic tasks such as web browsing and word processing.Rate this question:
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- 12.
You are given a choice of PC as New Year (2017) present. Your main goal is to have a machine with storage for your files that is fast to access and relatively noiseless. What will be your best choice?
- A.
500Gb SSD
- B.
500Gb HDD
- C.
1TB HDD
- D.
2TB HDD
Correct Answer
A. 500Gb SSDExplanation
The Solid State Drive (SSD) is the quiet drive and fast to access. Three of the machines in the list have HDD drives even though of huge storage capacity. 500Gb SSD is tolerably huge.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The Vice-Chancellor has ordered laptops for all staff in LASU. A Committee has recommended the four options below. Which of the options will be best value for money?
- A.
13”, 8Gb SRAM, 500 SSD, Corei7
- B.
13”, 8Gb DRAM, 500 HDD, Corei3
- C.
15”, 8GB DRAM, 1TB HDD, Corei3
- D.
20”, 16Gb DRAM, 500Gb HDD, Pentium 4
Correct Answer
B. 13”, 8Gb DRAM, 500 HDD, Corei3Explanation
All others except B will be an overkill for staff. SSD is super expensive (more than double cost of HDD). Most staff do not need more than 500Gb HDD storage. Corei3 processor will be just fine for staff as it is fast enough. Corei7 processors are expensive. Contributions by many staff to the Discussion Forum of Wednesday support this.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Your machine is slow in booting and also very slow in running programs. What will be the first component to look at for upgrading?
- A.
Processor
- B.
RAM
- C.
Hard Drive
- D.
Operating System
Correct Answer
B. RAMExplanation
Increase the RAM and the machine has a high chance of speeding up.Rate this question:
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- 15.
The hard drive (disk) of your laptop is full. What will be your best line of action?
- A.
Reformat the drive.
- B.
Install an extra drive.
- C.
Offload some content into a flash drive.
- D.
Remove the full drive and install a new one
Correct Answer
C. Offload some content into a flash drive.Explanation
The best line of action when the hard drive of your laptop is full is to offload some content into a flash drive. This will free up space on the hard drive and allow you to continue using your laptop without any issues. Reformatting the drive would erase all the data, installing an extra drive may not be necessary if you can free up space, and removing the full drive and installing a new one would require additional hardware and may not be the most cost-effective solution.Rate this question:
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- 16.
You have just connected a new printer to your computer. Which type of software do you need to get the two to work?
- A.
Operating system
- B.
Driver
- C.
Application software
- D.
Malware
Correct Answer
B. DriverExplanation
The new printer driver software needs to be installed for the printer and computer to "talk to themsleves".Rate this question:
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- 17.
What type of software is Microsoft Word an example of?
- A.
System
- B.
Application
- C.
Shareware
- D.
Freeware
Correct Answer
B. ApplicationExplanation
Microsoft Word is an example of application software. Application software is designed to perform specific tasks or functions for the user, such as word processing, spreadsheet creation, or presentation design. Microsoft Word is a widely used word processing application that allows users to create, edit, and format documents. It is not a system software, which refers to the operating system and other low-level programs that manage the computer's hardware and software resources. It is also not shareware or freeware, as these terms refer to software distribution models rather than software types.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Windows 10 is an example of
- A.
Application software
- B.
Open source
- C.
Operating system
- D.
Device driver
Correct Answer
C. Operating systemExplanation
Windows 10 is an example of an operating system. It is a software program that manages computer hardware and software resources, providing services for computer programs and acting as an intermediary between the user and the computer hardware. It controls the execution of software applications and allows users to interact with the computer system. Windows 10, developed by Microsoft, is one of the most widely used operating systems globally.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Which of these is NOT an example of a browser?
- A.
Chrome
- B.
Firefox
- C.
Maxthon
- D.
Adobe
Correct Answer
D. AdobeExplanation
Adobe is not an example of a browser. Adobe is a software company that is known for creating multimedia and creativity software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Premiere Pro. It does not develop or provide a web browser like Chrome, Firefox, or Maxthon.Rate this question:
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- 20.
The screen size of a computer is usually measured
- A.
As length times breadth
- B.
Diagnonally
- C.
Vertically
- D.
As length X 2.
Correct Answer
B. DiagnonallyExplanation
Diagonally as you saw in one of the practical sessions in the video.Rate this question:
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