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    What is this technology used for? - ProProfs

    What is this technology used for?

    • Playing music
    • Making ice cream
    • Honking on the road
    • Cheering up people
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Do you know the name of all the technological devices since the era of invention started? Take this quiz on old technology and new technology to test your basic knowledge of technological devices. Here, we have got some easy and basic images of technological devices which you need to identify. You can try this quiz and see how many correct answers you pick. All the best! Do share it with others and challenge them on scores.

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  • 2. 
    What is this piece of technology called?  - ProProfs

    What is this piece of technology called? 

    • Codebreaker

    • Keyboard

    • Typewriter

    • Printer

    Correct Answer
    A. Typewriter
    Explanation
    A typewriter is a piece of technology that is used for writing or typing text onto paper. It is a mechanical device that has a keyboard, similar to a computer keyboard, and when the keys are pressed, they cause inked characters to be printed onto the paper. This technology was widely used before the invention of computers and printers.

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  • 3. 
    Which phone brand is this? - ProProfs

    Which phone brand is this?

    • LG 

    • Motorola

    • Samsung

    • IPhone

    Correct Answer
    A. IPhone
    Explanation
    The given question asks to identify the phone brand, and the correct answer is iPhone. This can be inferred from the fact that LG, Motorola, and Samsung are all separate phone brands, leaving iPhone as the only remaining option.

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  • 4. 
    What is the name of this device? - ProProfs

    What is the name of this device?

    • Message decoder

    • Boom box

    • Game system

    • Phone

    Correct Answer
    A. Boom box
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Boom box. A boom box is a portable audio device that typically consists of a radio receiver and cassette or CD player. It is designed to play music at a high volume and is often used for outdoor gatherings or parties. It is different from a message decoder, game system, and phone, as it specifically refers to a device used for playing music.

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  • 5. 
    What is this used for? - ProProfs

    What is this used for?

    • Calculating addition and subtraction

    • Teaching colors

    • Child's toy

    • Keeping kids occupied at the dentist

    Correct Answer
    A. Calculating addition and subtraction
    Explanation
    This is used for calculating addition and subtraction. It is not mentioned what "this" refers to, but based on the given options, it can be inferred that "this" refers to a tool or device that is specifically designed for performing addition and subtraction calculations.

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  • 6. 
    How do you dial your friend's phone number on this phone? - ProProfs

    How do you dial your friend's phone number on this phone?

    • Voice command

    • Press the numbers

    • Touch all the numbers once

    • Rotate the circle once for each number

    Correct Answer
    A. Rotate the circle once for each number
    Explanation
    To dial a friend's phone number on this phone, you need to rotate the circle once for each number. This suggests that the phone has a rotary dial, where each number is selected by rotating the circle to the corresponding number and then releasing it. This method is different from pressing the numbers or using touch input, indicating that the phone requires a specific action to dial the numbers.

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  • 7. 
    What is shown in this image?   - ProProfs

    What is shown in this image?  

    • Video camera

    • Projector

    • Microscope

    • Camera

    Correct Answer
    A. Projector
    Explanation
    The image shows a device that is commonly used to project images or videos onto a screen or surface. This device is known as a projector. It is often used in presentations, classrooms, and movie theaters to display larger images or videos for a larger audience.

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  • 8. 
    What is this device used for? - ProProfs

    What is this device used for?

    • Watching TV

    • Radar detection

    • Playing video games

    • Listening to music

    Correct Answer
    A. Listening to music
    Explanation
    This device is used for listening to music. It is not designed for watching TV, radar detection, or playing video games.

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  • 9. 
    What is the name of this device? - ProProfs

    What is the name of this device?

    • Nintendo Switch

    • Nintendo Gamegear

    • Nintendo Gameboy

    • Nintendo DS

    Correct Answer
    A. Nintendo Switch
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Nintendo Switch because it is the name of the device mentioned in the question. Nintendo Gamegear, Nintendo Gameboy, and Nintendo DS are all different devices and not the ones mentioned in the question.

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  • 10. 
    What is this technology device called? - ProProfs

    What is this technology device called?

    • Satellite phone

    • Mobile phone

    • House phone

    • Wireless phone

    Correct Answer
    A. Wireless phone
    Explanation
    A wireless phone is a technology device that allows for communication without the need for physical wires. It uses radio waves to transmit and receive signals, enabling users to make and receive calls from anywhere within the coverage area. This type of phone is portable and can be used on the go, making it convenient for individuals who need to stay connected while away from their home or office.

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