Computer Applications Pre-test

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Computer Applications Pre-test - Quiz

Select the correct answer for each question. This is a pre-test to see how much you already know. You must score a 75% or better to pass.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Which of the following enables you to output your work onto paper?

    • A.

      Scanner

    • B.

      Printer

    • C.

      Speakers

    • D.

      Microphone

    Correct Answer
    B. Printer
    Explanation
    A printer is a device that allows you to produce physical copies of your work onto paper. Unlike a scanner, which captures images or text from physical documents and converts them into digital files, a printer takes digital files and prints them onto paper. Speakers and microphone, on the other hand, are audio devices and do not have the capability to output work onto paper. Therefore, a printer is the correct answer.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following are valid methods for starting an application?

    • A.

      Double click on Start

    • B.

      Click Start then Run

    • C.

      Copy the program's executable file to your desktop

    • D.

      Double Click on the program icon on the desktop

    Correct Answer
    D. Double Click on the program icon on the desktop
    Explanation
    Double clicking on the program icon on the desktop is a valid method for starting an application. When you double click on the program icon, it executes the program's executable file and launches the application. This is a common and convenient way to start applications as it allows users to easily access and open the desired program directly from their desktop.

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  • 3. 

    When your computer displays an hour glass, it means that your program is currently?

    • A.

      Calculating

    • B.

      Thinking

    • C.

      Printing

    • D.

      Closing

    Correct Answer
    B. Thinking
    Explanation
    When your computer displays an hourglass, it typically indicates that your program is currently processing or performing a task. This can be interpreted as the program "thinking" or working on a specific operation. The hourglass symbolizes that the program is busy and may require some time to complete its task before it can proceed further.

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  • 4. 

    Windows applications include both vertical and horizontal (BLANK)  to help you move around within an open document.

    • A.

      Menu bar

    • B.

      Taskbar

    • C.

      Scroll bar

    • D.

      Toolbars

    Correct Answer
    C. Scroll bar
    Explanation
    Windows applications include scroll bars to help you move around within an open document. Scroll bars allow you to navigate through the content of a document that is larger than the visible area on the screen. By dragging the scroll bar up, down, left, or right, you can view different parts of the document without changing the position of the cursor. This allows for easy and efficient navigation within the document.

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  • 5. 

    This feature shows exactly how your current documents would look on paper..

    • A.

      Document View

    • B.

      Print Preview

    • C.

      Application View

    • D.

      Document window

    Correct Answer
    B. Print Preview
    Explanation
    Print Preview is the correct answer because it is a feature that allows users to see exactly how their current documents would look when printed on paper. It provides a preview of the document, including its layout, formatting, and any other elements that would be present in the printed version. This feature is useful for checking the appearance of the document before actually printing it, allowing users to make any necessary adjustments or corrections.

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  • 6. 

    The main text command in any application, such as FILE, EDIT, and VIEW, are located on what menu?

    • A.

      Title Bar

    • B.

      Menu Bar

    • C.

      Status Bar

    • D.

      Taskbar

    Correct Answer
    B. Menu Bar
    Explanation
    The main text commands in any application, such as FILE, EDIT, and VIEW, are located on the Menu Bar. This is where users can access various functions and options related to the application they are using. The Menu Bar typically appears at the top of the application window and contains dropdown menus with different categories of commands. Users can click on these menus to reveal a list of options and perform actions within the application.

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  • 7. 

     This handy item at the top of any application window that identifies your program and the name of the active document file is called..

    • A.

      Menu Bar

    • B.

      Status Bar

    • C.

      Title Bar

    • D.

      Taskbar

    Correct Answer
    C. Title Bar
    Explanation
    The title bar is the correct answer because it is the part of an application window that displays the program's name and the name of the active document file. It is usually located at the top of the window and helps users easily identify the application they are using and the document they are working on. The menu bar is a different component that contains a list of available menus and options. The status bar is located at the bottom of the window and provides information about the current status of the program or any ongoing processes. The taskbar is a separate component in the operating system that displays open programs and allows users to switch between them.

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  • 8. 

    The horizontal bar at the bottom of the application window can help you keep track of the current page number, total page count, and other document info is called the ...

    • A.

      Title bar

    • B.

      Menu bar

    • C.

      Status Bar

    • D.

      Taskbar

    Correct Answer
    C. Status Bar
    Explanation
    The horizontal bar at the bottom of the application window that displays the current page number, total page count, and other document information is called the status bar. The title bar is the topmost bar that displays the title of the application window. The menu bar is a horizontal bar located below the title bar that contains various menus for accessing different functions of the application. The taskbar is a horizontal bar located at the bottom of the screen that displays open applications and provides quick access to the Start menu and other system functions.

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