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    What do you use to enter data into the computer?

    • Mobile phone
    • Keyboard
    • Printer
    • Screen
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This is a brief Test to determine if you understood the last class taught at the tutorial. This is designed to hep build your confidence for TMA and Exam Questions, coming up this October, 2013.
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  • 2. 

    What do you use to enter data into the computer?

    • Fingers

    • Typewriter

    • Printer

    • Keyboard

    Correct Answer
    A. Keyboard
    Explanation
    A keyboard is used to enter data into the computer. It is an input device that allows users to type and input information, commands, and instructions into the computer system. It consists of a set of keys, including letters, numbers, symbols, and function keys, that can be pressed by the user's fingers to input data. The other options listed, such as typewriter and printer, are not typically used to directly enter data into a computer.

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  • 3. 

    An example of an electronic spreadheet is

    • MS Word

    • Adobe

    • CorelDraw

    • Excel

    Correct Answer
    A. Excel
    Explanation
    A spreadsheet consists of information written in tabular form; in other words, rows and/or columns of figures and/or text, Example is MS Excel, Lotus 1,2,3 etc Page 86

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  • 4. 

    What is a computer?

    • A machine

    • An electronic machine that can accept, process and store data/information

    • An electronic machine

    • An electronic machine that can accept data and modify a data according to its own incentives

    Correct Answer
    A. An electronic machine that can accept, process and store data/information
    Explanation
    A computer is an electronic device for storing and processing data according to instructions given to it in a variable program . Yes Computer is a machine but not only that, also it is an electronic machine but that definition is not complete.

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  • 5. 

    What is a directory?

    • Folder

    • Dictionary

    • Shortcut

    • Program

    Correct Answer
    A. Folder
    Explanation
    A directory or folder is nothing more than a location on a disk used for storing information about files. Directory is also called Folders. Page 38

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  • 6. 

    … is one of the proofing tools in word processing

    • Proofer tools

    • Edit

    • Corrector

    • Spelling Checker

    Correct Answer
    A. Spelling Checker
    Explanation
    MS Word (2000, 2005, 2010 and latest) has provided certain proofing tools to help eliminate such errors from your final document. One of these is the Spell Checker Page 80

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  • 7. 

    In formatting, the short-cut key for the   is 

    • CTRL+_

    • CTRL-U

    • CTRL+underline

    • CTRL+U

    Correct Answer
    A. CTRL+U
    Explanation
    The shortcut key for underline is CTRL+U.... Page 76

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  • 8. 

    What is a program?

    • Set of instructions that tells the computer to stop execution

    • Sets of computers that tells the computer what to do

    • A set of instructions that tells the computer what to do

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A set of instructions that tells the computer what to do
    Explanation
    A program is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do. Don't for forget that. If you attend class with us you are bound to know all of these. Kudos to Mr. Albert.

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  • 9. 

    The part labelled D is ued to  

    • Swift on/off

    • Switch on/of

    • Switch on/off

    • Swift on/of

    Correct Answer
    A. Switch on/off
    Explanation
    The part labelled D - the Power-button, used to toggle either ON/OFF the computer system

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  • 10. 

    Until it is ..................., a workbook exists only in computer memory

    • Done

    • Ok

    • Dumped

    • Saved

    Correct Answer
    A. Saved
    Explanation
    Until it is saved, a workbook exists only in computer memory, which is a temporary storage place Page 97

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  • 11. 

    Computer stores 

    • Data only

    • Instructions only

    • Both data and instructions

    • Randomly only

    Correct Answer
    A. Both data and instructions
    Explanation
    Computer can only store and process data/information/instructions. Page 3

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  • 12. 

    HTML stands for

    • Hypertexts Mark-ups Languages

    • Hypertext Make-up Language

    • Hypertext Mark-up Language

    • Hypertexts Mark-ups Language

    Correct Answer
    A. Hypertext Mark-up Language
    Explanation
    HTML stands for Hypertext Markup Language. It is the standard markup language used for creating and structuring web pages. HTML uses tags to define the elements and content of a web page, such as headings, paragraphs, links, images, and more. The correct answer is "Hypertext Mark-up Language."

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  • 13. 

    Column headings begin with letter “A” and continue through the letter “.......”

    • A .....Z

    • A ...... AZ

    • A .... IV

    • A ........ AA

    Correct Answer
    A. A .....Z
    Explanation
    Column headings begin with letter “A” and continue through the letter “Z.” ...Page 90

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  • 14. 

    Keyboard is an example of 

    • Output device

    • Input device

    • An input/output device

    • Output/input device

    Correct Answer
    A. Input device
    Explanation
    Computer operators communicates with the computer’s CPU by using various input devices to enter data, run programs, or give commands to the CPU. Page 7
    Other examples include - Mouse, Modem, Voice, Scanners etc

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  • 15. 

    Modern computer is basically an electronic device which can respond to commands

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Yes its TRUE, a modern computer is basically designed in electronic device that can respond to commands or instructions... Page 3

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  • 16. 

    PowerPoint is an ...........

    • Application program for graphics

    • Application program for document preparation

    • Application program for presentation

    • Application program for spreadsheet

    Correct Answer
    A. Application program for presentation
    Explanation
    PowerPoint is an application program specifically designed for creating and delivering presentations. It provides users with a wide range of tools and features to create visually appealing slideshows, including the ability to add text, images, charts, animations, and multimedia elements. PowerPoint is widely used in various settings, such as business meetings, educational presentations, and conferences, to effectively communicate information and engage the audience. Therefore, the correct answer is "application program for presentation."

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  • 17. 

    ............... refers to the linking up the world’s LANs, MANs and WANs to form a web of networks that cover the earth

    • LAN

    • WAN

    • MAN

    • WWW

    Correct Answer
    A. WWW
    Explanation
    The correct answer is WWW, which stands for World Wide Web. The World Wide Web refers to the linking up of the world's LANs, MANs, and WANs to form a web of networks that cover the earth. It is a system of interconnected documents and other resources, linked by hyperlinks and URLs, that can be accessed via the internet. The World Wide Web allows users to access and share information globally, making it an essential component of the internet.

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  • 18. 

    .....................is the software responsible for controlling the allocation and usage of hardware resources

    Correct Answer
    OS
    Operating System
    operating system
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Operating System" or "OS". The operating system is the software responsible for controlling the allocation and usage of hardware resources. It manages the computer's memory, processes, input/output devices, and other system resources, ensuring that they are utilized efficiently and effectively. The operating system acts as an intermediary between the hardware and the user, providing a user-friendly interface and facilitating the execution of applications and tasks.

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  • 19. 

    GUI stands for

    Correct Answer
    Graphical User Interface
    Explanation
    GUI = Graphical User Interface

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  • 20. 

    An interconnected set of two or more computers with data communication devices may be called a 

    • Computer interconnectivity

    • Computer network

    • Computer connectivity

    • Computer communication

    Correct Answer
    A. Computer network
    Explanation
    An interconnected set of two or more computers with data communication devices is commonly referred to as a computer network. This network allows the computers to communicate and share resources, such as files and printers, with each other. It enables users to access and exchange information, collaborate, and perform various tasks efficiently. A computer network can be wired or wireless and can range from a small local area network (LAN) within a single building to a wide area network (WAN) connecting multiple locations across the globe.

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  • 21. 

    Terminal is an example of 

    • In-to-in device

    • In/out device

    • Output device only

    • Input/output device

    Correct Answer
    A. Input/output device
    Explanation
    A terminal is a data input-output device, usually made up of a monitor (display), keyboard, mouse, or touch screen.

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  • 22. 

    Computer machinery is the

    • Utility

    • Software

    • Hardware

    • Operating system

    Correct Answer
    A. Hardware
    Explanation
    Computer machinery refers to the physical components of a computer system, such as the central processing unit (CPU), memory, storage devices, and input/output devices. These physical components are collectively known as hardware. Utility software, operating systems, and other software programs are not considered part of the computer machinery, as they are intangible and do not involve physical components. Therefore, the correct answer is hardware.

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  • 23. 

    www stands for

    • Wide world web

    • Web in wide world

    • World web wide

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "none of the above" because "www" stands for "World Wide Web" and none of the given options match this acronym.

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  • 24. 

    Automatic spell check ---

    • Informs you of errors as you type, verbally

    • Informs you of spelling slip of fingers as you type

    • Informs you of spelling errors as you type

    • Informs you of spelling errors as you finish

    Correct Answer
    A. Informs you of spelling errors as you type
    Explanation
    The Automatic Spell Check feature informs you of spelling errors as you type, It can be enabled or disabled by choosing Tools, Options…and selecting the Spelling & Grammar tab. Page 82

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  • 25. 

    CPU stands for

    • Computer Processing Unit

    • Central Progressing Unit

    • Central Processing Unit

    • Computer Process Unit

    Correct Answer
    A. Central Processing Unit
    Explanation
    CPU stands for Central Processing Unit

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  • 26. 

    A program used to create text files or make changes to existing files is

    • A dump

    • An editor

    • An application software

    • A word processor

    Correct Answer
    A. An editor
    Explanation
    Text files can be created and modified with the aid of a special program called an editor (page 65),
    An editor is a program used to create text files or make changes to 

    existing files. (Page 70)

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  • 27. 

    What is a mouse used for?

    • To execute program

    • To program the computer

    • To give instructions to a computer

    • To guide the computer

    Correct Answer
    A. To give instructions to a computer
    Explanation
    When using a mouse, one is able to move the cursor around the screen with speed and simplicity. Most have two buttons, which will execute commands according to an application’s control instructions

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  • 28. 

    The use of computer to create, revise and save documents for printing and future retrieval is

    • Spreadheeting

    • Word processing

    • Desktop publishing

    • MS Word

    Correct Answer
    A. Word processing
    Explanation
    Word processing is the use of computers to create, revise and save documents for printing and future retrieval (Page 58). It is a little bits different from Notepad and Wordpad.

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  • 29. 

    By default, Word is in ......... mode

    • Delete

    • Update

    • Insert

    • Esc

    Correct Answer
    A. Insert
    Explanation
    By default, Word is in insert mode; as you type, text to the right of the insertion point is pushed to the right. Page 66

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  • 30. 

    … is the final step in the production of a document

    • Editing

    • Formatting

    • Print preview

    • Printing

    Correct Answer
    A. Printing
    Explanation
    The final step in the production of a document is printing. Page 83

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  • 31. 

    What is a menu?

    • A list of picture

    • A list of program

    • A list of food

    • A list of items

    Correct Answer
    A. A list of items
    Explanation
    The menu bar displays the primary commands of the relevant application. Page 44

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  • 32. 

    INSTRUCTION: Check the correct answer What do you understand by booting?

    • Switching off the system

    • Switching out the system

    • Switching on the system

    • Switching in the system

    Correct Answer
    A. Switching on the system
    Explanation
    Booting refers to the process of starting up a computer system. It involves loading the operating system and initializing the necessary hardware components. When a system is switched on, the booting process begins, allowing the computer to become operational. Therefore, the correct answer is "switching on the system."

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  • 33. 

    Modem stands for

    Correct Answer
    Modulation Demodulation
    modulation demodulation
    Explanation
    Modem stands for Modulation Demodulation. A modem is a device that modulates (converts) digital signals from a computer into analog signals that can be transmitted over telephone lines. It also demodulates (converts) analog signals received from the telephone lines back into digital signals that the computer can understand. The term "modulation demodulation" accurately describes the main function of a modem, which is to modulate and demodulate signals for communication purposes.

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  • 34. 

    Which of the following definition is correct about Excel?

    • Software application that provides a paper spreadsheet

    • Software application that provides an electronic spreadsheet

    • Software application that provides an electronic word processing

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Software application that provides an electronic spreadsheet
    Explanation
    Excel is a software application that provides an “electronic spreadsheet,” or worksheet environment Page 88

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  • 35. 

     The labelled D is used to ?

    • Switch of

    • Switch off

    • Switch on

    • RESET

    Correct Answer
    A. Switch on
    Explanation
    The part lablelled D is the toggle switch on

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  • 36. 

    In Windows, clipboard _____

    • An area in memory

    • Provides a temporary storage area

    • Provides a temporary area

    • Provides a temporary space area

    Correct Answer
    A. Provides a temporary storage area
    Explanation
    The Windows environment provides a temporary storage area called the Clipboard for those times when you move or copy text Page 69

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  • 37. 

    In respect to alignment, justify means

    • Lines of text are aligned along both the right indent

    • Lines of text are aligned along the left indent

    • Lines of text are aligned along either the left and right indents

    • Lines of text are aligned along both the left and right indents

    Correct Answer
    A. Lines of text are aligned along both the left and right indents
    Explanation
    Lines of text are aligned along both the left and right indents. Word adjusts the spacing between words so that they stretch from left indent to right indent. Page 79

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  • 38. 

    There are --- worksheets are in a default Excel workbook

    Correct Answer
    3
    Explanation
    The default Excel workbook contains 3 worksheet names Sheet1 Sheet2 Sheet3 (Page 90)

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  • 39. 

    There are ............ alignment options in MS Word

    • 1

    • 2

    • 3

    • 4

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    There are four alignment options, namely | Left Alignment | Center Alignment | Right Alignment | Justified | Page 78

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  • 40. 

    In Word, what does the overtype mode do?

    • Replaces existing text one character at a time

    • Moves a character one by one

    • Pushes character by character

    • Inserts a character at a time

    Correct Answer
    A. Replaces existing text one character at a time
    Explanation
    Word gives you the option of turning off insert mode and turning on overtype mode. Instead of pushing text to the right as you type, overtype mode replaces existing text one character at a time. Page 66

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  • 41. 

    What do we use to change the appearance and positioning of text in Word?

    • Scaling

    • Indenting

    • Formatting

    • Re-appearance

    Correct Answer
    A. Formatting
    Explanation
    “Formatting” refers to the appearance or text, not the text itself. You can change the appearance of text by changing its attributes, indentation and line spacing. In order to change the appearance of existing text, the text has to be selected.. Page 159-160

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  • 42. 

    To insert text, place the ........................ where you want to add text and begin typing

    • Mouse point

    • Line point

    • Deletion point

    • Insertion point

    Correct Answer
    A. Insertion point
    Explanation
    To insert text, place the insertion point (cursor) where you want to add text and begin typing. Page 66

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  • 43. 

    Some formatting buttons are toggles, that is, the same button is used to turn a formatting feature --- 

    • "down" and "up"

    • On and off

    • "on's" and "off's"

    • "on" and "off"

    Correct Answer
    A. "on" and "off"
    Explanation
    Some Formatting buttons are toggles, that is, the same button is used to turn a formatting feature “on” and “off” Page 75

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  • 44. 

    … cells can contain formulas

    • Worksheet

    • Four-figured table

    • Workbook

    • Spreadsheet file

    Correct Answer
    A. Worksheet
    Explanation
    Worksheet cells can contain constant values or formulas Page 99

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  • 45. 

    Row headings begin with number 1 and continue through the number .......

    • 65563

    • 65636

    • 66536

    • 65536

    Correct Answer
    A. 65536
    Explanation
    Row headings begin with number 1 and continue through the number 65536...Page 90

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  • 46. 

    What is a PC?

    • Low-cost computer usually desktop

    • Desktop computer size

    • Mini computer usually palm-size in nature

    • Personal computational machine

    Correct Answer
    A. Low-cost computer usually desktop
    Explanation
    A PC is a relative low-cost machine usually of desktop size (laptops, notebooks and palmtops are mush smaller). PC stands for (P)ersonal (C)omputer

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  • 47. 

    A new Excel workbook file can contain up to ........ separate worksheets

    • 65,536

    • 256

    • 255

    • 26

    Correct Answer
    A. 255
    Explanation
    A new Excel workbook file can contain up to 255 separate worksheets... Page 90

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  • 48. 

    MS Word is a ............. word processor

    Correct Answer
    WYSIWYG
    what-you-see-is-what-you-get
    Explanation
    Word is a WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what-you-get) word processor Page 55

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  • 49. 

    A workbook is made

    • Worksheets

    • Worksheet

    • Workbooks

    • Worksheets

    Correct Answer
    A. Worksheets
    Explanation
    The default Excel workbook contains 3 worksheets, names Sheet1 through Sheet3...Page 90

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