Liechty Middle School Common Core Technology Skills Test
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What is the function of the button shown in the photo below?
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It turns the computer off and on.
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It reloads a webpage.
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It raises or lowers the volume on a computer.
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It ejects a CD or DVD.
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The Liechty Middle School Common Core Technology Skills Test assesses fundamental computer skills. It covers basic operations like turning on a computer, logging in, identifying hardware components, and managing volume control. Essential for technology proficiency in an educational setting.
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Which of the following is the keyboard?
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Which of these is the headphone jack?
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Which picture shows the space bar?
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Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for addition?
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+
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A. +Explanation
The plus sign (+) is used for addition on a keyboard.Rate this question:
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Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for subtraction?
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The correct answer is "-". The "-" key is commonly used for subtraction on a keyboard. It is typically located on the right side of the "0" key in the top row of numbers.Rate this question:
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Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for division?
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/
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The division key on the keyboard is represented by the symbol "/". It is used to perform mathematical division operations, where one number is divided by another to obtain a quotient.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is the Monitor/Screen?
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Which of the following is a computer mouse?
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Which of these pictures show the volume control?
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The correct answer is the picture that shows a speaker icon with a plus and minus sign next to it. This is because the volume control is typically represented by a speaker icon, and the plus and minus signs indicate the ability to increase or decrease the volume.Rate this question:
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Look at the picture below. What color is the button you click to close the window?
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Red
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Yellow
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Green
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A. RedExplanation
The correct answer is red because in the picture, the button that is used to close the window is shown in red color.Rate this question:
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Look a the following picture. What part of the window do you grab to move the window from one place to another or to select it?
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The gray bar at the top
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The red button
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The green button
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The yellow button
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A. The gray bar at the topExplanation
To move the window from one place to another or to select it, you grab the gray bar at the top. This bar is typically called the title bar and it allows you to click and drag the window to different locations on the screen. The red, green, and yellow buttons are typically used for closing, maximizing, and minimizing the window respectively, but they do not directly move or select the window.Rate this question:
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Look at your keyboard. Which key do you push to remove a letter?
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Tab
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Delete
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Enter
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Esc (escape)
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A. DeleteExplanation
To remove a letter, you would push the "delete" key on your keyboard. This key is specifically designed to delete or remove characters, words, or selected items from a document or text field. It is commonly used to erase the character to the right of the cursor, but it can also be used to delete the character to the left of the cursor when the "backspace" key is not available.Rate this question:
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Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for multiplication?
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A. *Explanation
The asterisk (*) key is used for multiplication on the keyboard. This symbol is commonly used in mathematical operations to represent multiplication.Rate this question:
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How many spaces do you put between words?
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1
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5
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A. 1Explanation
The correct answer is 1 because it is the standard practice to put only one space between words in written language. This convention allows for clear and legible text, making it easier for readers to distinguish between individual words. Using more than one space can create unnecessary gaps and disrupt the flow of the text.Rate this question:
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The keys listed below are on which row of the keyboard? a s d f g h j k l ; '
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Top
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Middle
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Bottom
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A. MiddleExplanation
The keys listed are in the middle row of the keyboard. The middle row is typically where the letters and some additional keys are located. In this case, the keys "a s d f g h j k l ; '" are all in the middle row.Rate this question:
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Which of the following pictures shows the 10 key pad used for entering numbers quickly?
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Look at the picture below. What color is the button you use to maximize or minimize a window?
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Red
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Yellow
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Green
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A. GreenExplanation
The correct answer is green because in most operating systems, the button to maximize or minimize a window is typically represented by a green color. This is a common convention used to indicate the action of expanding or reducing the size of a window.Rate this question:
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Look at the picture below. What is the function (purpose) of the button that is circled?
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To shut down the computer.
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To close the window.
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To refresh the page.
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To bookmark a new page.
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A. To refresh the page.Explanation
The function of the button that is circled in the picture is to refresh the page. This button is commonly found in web browsers and allows the user to reload the current webpage, updating its content and potentially fixing any errors or glitches.Rate this question:
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What is the purpose of the items shown in the picture below.
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They control the brightness of the computer.
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They move you back and forth between web pages.
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They control the playback of a video and the sound level of the video.
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They download songs onto your iPod.
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A. They control the playback of a video and the sound level of the video.Explanation
The items shown in the picture are most likely playback controls for a video. They typically include buttons for play, pause, stop, rewind, and fast forward, allowing the user to control the playback of the video. Additionally, there may be a volume control to adjust the sound level of the video. These controls are commonly found on media players, video streaming platforms, and video editing software.Rate this question:
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In order to log into an account you must type in __________________.
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A serial number
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An address
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A password
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Your birthday
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A. A passwordExplanation
To log into an account, you must type in a password. A password is a secret combination of characters that provides access to an account and ensures its security. It is used as a form of authentication to verify the identity of the user. By entering the correct password, the user proves that they are the authorized account holder and can gain access to the account's features and information.Rate this question:
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After a period at the end of the sentence, how many spaces do you skip before starting a new sentence?
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1
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4
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A. 1Explanation
After a period at the end of the sentence, you typically skip one space before starting a new sentence. This is a standard practice in most writing styles and is considered the correct way to format sentences.Rate this question:
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When saving your work, project, etc., it is best to save them in the ______ folder.
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System
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Applications
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Shared
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Documents
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A. DocumentsExplanation
When saving your work, project, etc., it is best to save them in the "Documents" folder. This folder is specifically designed for storing personal files and documents. It provides a centralized location for easy access and organization of important files. Saving files in the Documents folder ensures that they are easily retrievable and not mixed with system or application files, which are typically stored in separate folders.Rate this question:
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To open a program, application or document you need to...
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Double click the icon for the program, application or document.
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Single click the icon for the program, application or document.
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Triple click the icon for the program, application or document.
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A. Double click the icon for the program, application or document.Explanation
To open a program, application, or document, you need to double click the icon for it. Double clicking is the action of quickly pressing and releasing the left mouse button twice in succession. This action is recognized by the computer as a command to open the selected item. Single clicking only selects the item, and triple clicking does not have a specific function for opening programs or documents.Rate this question:
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Select the number of the arrow that points to where you type the URL or web address?
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4
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A. 4Explanation
The number 4 is the correct answer because it represents the arrow that points to where you type the URL or web address.Rate this question:
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Look at the picture below. Which handles would you use to make the image larger?
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Rotation handles
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Resize handles
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A. Resize handlesExplanation
To make the image larger, you would use the resize handles. These handles allow you to adjust the size of the image by dragging them outward, increasing its dimensions. Rotation handles, on the other hand, are used to rotate the image and would not be relevant for making it larger.Rate this question:
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What is a URL?
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The name of a video game.
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An address of a website on the Internet.
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The cable that goes from the keyboard to the computer.
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A. An address of a website on the Internet.Explanation
A URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is a string of characters that provides the address of a specific resource on the internet. It is used to locate and access websites, web pages, files, or any other resource available on the internet. It consists of several components such as the protocol (http, https), the domain name (www.example.com), and the specific path or location of the resource. Therefore, the correct answer is "an address of a website on the Internet."Rate this question:
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What is the purpose of the button in the picture below?
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To refresh the page you are on.
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To go the page you were on before the one you are currently on.
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To collapse the browser window.
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A. To go the page you were on before the one you are currently on.Explanation
The purpose of the button in the picture is to navigate back to the previous page that the user was on before the current one. This button allows the user to easily backtrack their browsing history and revisit previously viewed content.Rate this question:
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Look at the picture below. What color is the button you push to collapse a window?
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Red
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Yellow
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Green
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A. YellowExplanation
In the picture, the button that is highlighted or circled is yellow in color. Therefore, the correct answer is yellow.Rate this question:
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When placing a period at the end of the sentence you....
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Put a space then put the period.
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Put the period after the final letter in the sentence.
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Skip two spaces then put a period.
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Skip three spaces then put a period.
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A. Put the period after the final letter in the sentence.Explanation
When placing a period at the end of the sentence, you put the period after the final letter in the sentence. This is the correct way to punctuate a sentence, as the period indicates the end of a complete thought. Putting a space before the period or skipping spaces before the period is incorrect punctuation.Rate this question:
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Look at your keyboard. Which key, when you push it, will automatically indent five spaces.
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Esc (escape)
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Caps locks
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Tab
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Control
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A. TabExplanation
When you push the tab key on your keyboard, it will automatically indent five spaces. This is a common feature in word processing and text editing software, where the tab key is used to create consistent indentation in paragraphs or lists. Indentation helps to visually organize and structure the text, making it easier to read and understand.Rate this question:
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Look at your keyboard. Which keys do you push to submit information or to go to the next line?
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Control
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Option
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Command
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Enter and return
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A. Enter and returnExplanation
The keys "enter" and "return" are used to submit information or go to the next line on a keyboard. These keys are commonly found on most keyboards and are often located at the bottom right corner. Pressing either of these keys typically confirms inputted data or moves the cursor to the next line, depending on the context.Rate this question:
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Which key can you use to select multiple items at the same time that may not be next to each other?
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Delete
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Enter
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Command
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Tab
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A. CommandExplanation
The key that can be used to select multiple items at the same time that may not be next to each other is the "command" key. The command key is commonly found on Apple keyboards and is used in combination with clicking on items to select them. By holding down the command key and clicking on different items, you can select multiple items that are not adjacent to each other.Rate this question:
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Look at the picture below. Columns in a spreadsheet go...
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Up and down.
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Side to side.
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Are one single box.
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A. Up and down.Explanation
The correct answer is "up and down" because columns in a spreadsheet are arranged vertically from top to bottom. Each column represents a separate data category or attribute, and data is entered in cells within each column. This vertical arrangement allows for easy organization and analysis of data in a spreadsheet.Rate this question:
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Which two commands would you use to select text and move it from one part of the document to another?
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Insert and page break
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Copy and paste
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Tab and enter
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Command and option
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A. Copy and pasteExplanation
The correct answer is "copy and paste". These two commands are commonly used to select text and then move it from one part of the document to another. The "copy" command allows you to make a duplicate of the selected text, while the "paste" command allows you to insert the copied text at a different location in the document. This is a quick and efficient way to rearrange content without having to retype or rewrite it.Rate this question:
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Look at the picture below. A cell is made of how many boxes?
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1
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10
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100
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A. 1Explanation
Based on the picture provided, it appears that there is only one box in the cell. Therefore, the correct answer is 1.Rate this question:
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What does clearing the browser history do?
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Closes the browser.
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Removes a list of the websites that you have visited from the memory of the computer.
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Erases all in the information in your computer.
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Sends an email.
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A. Removes a list of the websites that you have visited from the memory of the computer.Explanation
Clearing the browser history removes a list of the websites that you have visited from the memory of the computer. This means that the browser will no longer store information about the websites you have visited, including the URLs and any cached data. It helps to maintain privacy by preventing others from accessing your browsing history and also helps to free up memory on the computer by removing unnecessary data.Rate this question:
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Look at the picture below. Rows in a spreadsheet go...
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Side to side.
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Up and down.
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Are a single box.
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A. Side to side.Explanation
The rows in a spreadsheet go side to side. In a spreadsheet, data is organized in a grid-like structure with rows and columns. Each row represents a separate record or entry, and the data within each row is displayed horizontally from left to right. Therefore, the rows in a spreadsheet are oriented side to side.Rate this question:
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Which picture show how to access the homepage in the Safari browser?
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The correct picture shows a person opening the Safari browser on their device by tapping on the Safari icon on the home screen. This indicates that to access the homepage in the Safari browser, one needs to open the Safari app.Rate this question:
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Which corner must you drag in order to increase the size of a window?
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Top left
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Top right
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Bottom left
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Bottom right
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A. Bottom rightExplanation
To increase the size of a window, you need to drag the bottom right corner. This is because dragging this corner will simultaneously adjust both the width and height of the window, allowing you to expand it in any direction. The other corners only affect one dimension, either width or height, when dragged.Rate this question:
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To place a graphic or picture into your document you must use the ______ menu.
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File
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Edit
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Insert
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Format
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A. InsertExplanation
To place a graphic or picture into your document, you must use the "Insert" menu. This menu typically contains options for inserting various types of objects, such as images, charts, tables, and shapes, into your document. By selecting the "Insert" menu, you can access the necessary tools and commands to add a graphic or picture to your document.Rate this question:
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When using a coma you...
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Put a space before it and after it.
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Put two spaces before it and after it.
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Put the coma after the last letter of the last word in the phrase and then skip one space.
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Put the coma after the last letter in the word of the phrase and then don't skip a space.
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A. Put the coma after the last letter of the last word in the phrase and then skip one space.Explanation
When using a comma, you put the comma after the last letter of the last word in the phrase and then skip one space.Rate this question:
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Look at your keyboard. Which key can you use to make a capital letter?
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The option key
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The shift key
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The caps lock key
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Both the shift key and the caps lock key
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A. Both the shift key and the caps lock keyExplanation
Both the shift key and the caps lock key can be used to make a capital letter. The shift key is pressed simultaneously with the desired letter to temporarily make it uppercase, while the caps lock key can be toggled on to make all subsequent letters typed in uppercase until it is turned off.Rate this question:
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Which key can you use to select multiple items at the same time?
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Shift
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Control
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Tab
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Esc (escape)
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A. ShiftExplanation
The shift key can be used to select multiple items at the same time. By holding down the shift key and clicking on multiple items, you can select them all at once. This is a commonly used feature in computer applications and operating systems to perform bulk actions on selected items, such as deleting or moving them. The control key is typically used for individual selection or for selecting non-contiguous items. The tab key is used for navigating between different fields or elements on a screen, and the esc key is used to cancel or close a current operation or window.Rate this question:
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