Jvs Intermediate Windows Assessment

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    When you let your pointer linger over an object, the pointer is said to be __________.

    • Hovering
    • Elapsing
    • Dragging
    • Expanding
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Twenty-five questions targeted at intermediate level Windows and computer users.

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  • 2. 

    What is screen resolution?

    • The size of the monitor you ended up buying

    • A program that prevents Malware from appearing on your computer's screen

    • The number of pixels (across the top and down the side) that are displayed on your monitor

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. The number of pixels (across the top and down the side) that are displayed on your monitor
    Explanation
    Screen resolution refers to the number of pixels displayed on a monitor, both horizontally (across the top) and vertically (down the side). It determines the level of detail and clarity that can be seen on the screen. The higher the screen resolution, the more pixels there are, resulting in sharper and more detailed images. Therefore, the correct answer is "The number of pixels (across the top and down the side) that are displayed on your monitor."

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  • 3. 

    What is the name of the folder where you are able to add and remove programs, add users, change passwords and adjust other parameters of your computer?

    • Devices and Printers

    • Control Panel

    • Startup

    • Windows Live

    Correct Answer
    A. Control Panel
    Explanation
    Control Panel is the correct answer because it is the folder in Windows where users can access various settings and options to customize their computer. It allows users to add and remove programs, manage user accounts, change passwords, adjust system settings, and perform other administrative tasks. Devices and Printers, Startup, and Windows Live are unrelated folders or features that do not provide the same level of control and customization options as the Control Panel.

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  • 4. 

    The window which shows icons for things like the Mouse, Sound, and Display is:

    • My Computer or Computer

    • Explorer

    • Control Panel

    • Task Bar

    Correct Answer
    A. Control Panel
    Explanation
    The Control Panel is the window that displays icons for various settings and options, including those for the Mouse, Sound, and Display. It allows users to access and customize different aspects of their computer's settings and preferences. The other options listed, such as My Computer or Computer, Explorer, and Task Bar, do not specifically show icons for these settings and are not the correct answer in this context.

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  • 5. 

    One method of switching between active programs is using the keystroke combination:

    • ALT key + TAB key

    • Right mouse button

    • F1 key

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. ALT key + TAB key
    Explanation
    The correct answer is ALT key + TAB key. This combination allows users to switch between active programs quickly and efficiently. By holding down the ALT key and pressing the TAB key, users can cycle through their open programs and select the one they want to switch to. This is a commonly used shortcut in operating systems like Windows, providing a convenient way to multitask and switch between different applications without having to navigate through menus or use the mouse.

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  • 6. 

    To make a window wider, you move the pointer until it changes into the "Horizontal Re-size" shape (an arrow with two points) and then:

    • Click

    • Right click

    • Double-click

    • Drag

    Correct Answer
    A. Drag
    Explanation
    To make a window wider, you need to move the pointer until it changes into the "Horizontal Re-size" shape, which is represented by an arrow with two points. Once you see this shape, you can then drag the window to the desired width by holding down the left mouse button and moving the pointer horizontally. This action allows you to adjust the window size according to your preference.

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  • 7. 

    Programs that are usually running in the background reside in the:

    • System Tray

    • Desktop

    • Window

    • Title Bar

    Correct Answer
    A. System Tray
    Explanation
    Programs that are usually running in the background are typically found in the system tray. The system tray, also known as the notification area, is located in the bottom-right corner of the desktop taskbar. It displays icons for various programs and utilities that are running in the background, allowing users to access their functions and settings easily. This area is commonly used for applications that provide notifications, system monitoring tools, antivirus software, and other background processes that do not require constant user interaction.

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  • 8. 

    The F1 key displays

    • The clock

    • My Computer

    • Help Information

    • Task Manager

    Correct Answer
    A. Help Information
    Explanation
    The F1 key is commonly known as the "Help" key on most keyboards. When pressed, it typically opens the Help menu or displays relevant help information for the current program or operating system. Therefore, the correct answer in this case is "Help Information."

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  • 9. 

    What character is used to begin formulas in Microsoft Excel?

    • Ampersand (&)

    • Hyper-F (Alt+F)

    • Pound (#)

    • Equal sign (=)

    Correct Answer
    A. Equal sign (=)
    Explanation
    The equal sign (=) is used to begin formulas in Microsoft Excel. Formulas in Excel always start with an equal sign, which tells Excel that what follows is a calculation or formula. This allows Excel to differentiate between regular data and formulas, and perform the necessary calculations based on the given formula.

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  • 10. 

    On the Task Bar, the time is shown in the:

    • Start menu

    • Scroll bar

    • Desktop

    • Notification area (System Tray)

    Correct Answer
    A. Notification area (System Tray)
    Explanation
    The time is shown in the notification area (system tray) on the taskbar. This area typically displays icons for various system and program notifications, including the current time. It is located on the right-hand side of the taskbar, next to the system clock icon.

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  • 11. 

    A keyboard shortcut:

    • Cannot be used to execute commands inside an application, only in Windows itself

    • Can be used to open the Start menu

    • Is a combination of two or more keys from the keyboard held down at the same time

    • A different rest position for your fingers on the keyboard

    Correct Answer
    A. Is a combination of two or more keys from the keyboard held down at the same time
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Is a combination of two or more keys from the keyboard held down at the same time." This explanation accurately describes a keyboard shortcut as a combination of keys that are pressed simultaneously to perform a specific action or command. It distinguishes a keyboard shortcut from other options by highlighting the requirement of holding down multiple keys at the same time.

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  • 12. 

    To see Help for Windows itself you would:

    • Click on the Help menu

    • Click on the Task Bar

    • Press Alt + Enter

    • Click on the Start menu and then on Help and Support

    Correct Answer
    A. Click on the Start menu and then on Help and Support
    Explanation
    To access the Help for Windows, you would click on the Start menu and then select Help and Support. This is the correct answer because the Start menu is where you can find various options and applications on a Windows computer, and Help and Support is specifically designed to provide assistance and information about using Windows.

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  • 13. 

    Holding down the Windows key and pressing the letter D:

    • Shuts down your computer

    • Deletes everything on your computer

    • Does nothing

    • Minimizes all current programs running and brings you to the desktop

    Correct Answer
    A. Minimizes all current programs running and brings you to the desktop
    Explanation
    Holding down the Windows key and pressing the letter D minimizes all current programs running and brings you to the desktop. This is a shortcut command in Windows that allows users to quickly access the desktop without closing or minimizing each individual program manually. It is a convenient way to switch between programs and access files or shortcuts on the desktop.

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  • 14. 

    Before removing an external USB Hard Drive from a computer, what should you  do first?

    • Make sure the drive is open

    • Activate the Request to Close program

    • Copy the information to the computer's hard drive

    • Click the Safely Remove option

    Correct Answer
    A. Click the Safely Remove option
    Explanation
    Before removing an external USB Hard Drive from a computer, it is important to click the Safely Remove option. This is because when a USB drive is connected to a computer, it is actively being used and data may be in the process of being written or transferred. Clicking the Safely Remove option ensures that all processes involving the USB drive are properly closed and any pending data transfers are completed. This helps to prevent data loss or corruption that could occur if the drive is simply unplugged without properly ejecting it.

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  • 15. 

    What is the key combination used to close a locked program?

    • Alt + Tab

    • Ctrl + End

    • Ctrl + Alt + Delete

    • Ctrl + Alt + Esc

    Correct Answer
    A. Ctrl + Alt + Delete
    Explanation
    Ctrl + Alt + Delete is the key combination used to close a locked program. This combination brings up the Task Manager, which allows users to view and manage all running processes and applications on their computer. By selecting the locked program from the Task Manager and choosing to end the task, the program can be closed forcefully if it is unresponsive or not closing through regular means.

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  • 16. 

    A folder with an small arrow next to it indicates:

    • You must add them together

    • There is something wrong with that folder

    • The folder is a shortcut

    • There are folders within that folder

    Correct Answer
    A. The folder is a shortcut
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The folder is a shortcut". This is because in many operating systems, a folder with a small arrow next to it indicates that it is a shortcut or alias to another location or folder. This means that clicking on the shortcut folder will open the actual folder or file it is linked to, rather than opening a new folder.

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  • 17. 

    What key do you hold to select multiple files that are not next to one another?

    • Shift

    • Ctrl

    • F3

    • F7

    Correct Answer
    A. Ctrl
    Explanation
    To select multiple files that are not next to one another, you hold the Ctrl key. This key allows you to individually select multiple files by clicking on each file while holding down the Ctrl key. This is useful when you want to select specific files from different locations or positions within a file list or folder.

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  • 18. 

    In Windows/XP,  right click on the desktop itself will:

    • Open the Display Properties dialog box

    • Show a context-sensitive menu

    • Open the control panel

    • Minimize all open applications

    Correct Answer
    A. Open the Display Properties dialog box
    Explanation
    Right-clicking on the desktop in Windows/XP opens the Display Properties dialog box. This dialog box allows users to customize the appearance and settings of their desktop, including changing the wallpaper, screen resolution, and color scheme. By opening this dialog box, users can easily make adjustments to their desktop settings without having to navigate through the control panel or other menus.

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  • 19. 

    What is the name of the Windows utility used to reorganize a hard drive and move all files to optimal positions?

    • Disk Defragmenter

    • System Restore

    • Disk Cleanup

    • Default Programs

    Correct Answer
    A. Disk Defragmenter
    Explanation
    Disk Defragmenter is the correct answer because it is a Windows utility specifically designed to reorganize the files on a hard drive. When files are stored on a hard drive, they can become fragmented, meaning that different parts of the same file are stored in different physical locations on the drive. This can slow down the computer's performance. Disk Defragmenter moves all the fragmented files to contiguous locations on the hard drive, optimizing their positions and improving overall system performance. System Restore is used to revert the computer's settings to a previous state, Disk Cleanup is used to free up disk space by deleting unnecessary files, and Default Programs is used to set the default applications for specific file types.

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  • 20. 

    In Microsoft Word, what dialog is used to change the vertical spacing between lines?

    • Insert Break

    • Format Paragraph

    • Styles and Formatting

    • Customize

    Correct Answer
    A. Format Paragraph
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Format Paragraph" because this dialog in Microsoft Word allows users to modify the vertical spacing between lines. By accessing the Format Paragraph dialog, users can adjust the line spacing options such as single, double, or custom spacing to meet their specific needs.

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  • 21. 

    If a dialog box has 4 radio buttons in the same group, you may choose:

    • Exactly one of them

    • Exactly two if they are grouped in two columns (one from each column)

    • Any number of them

    Correct Answer
    A. Exactly one of them
    Explanation
    In a dialog box with 4 radio buttons in the same group, the correct choice is to select exactly one of them. This means that only one radio button can be selected at a time. Radio buttons are used when there is a need to choose one option from a set of mutually exclusive options. In this case, the user should be able to select only one option from the given group of radio buttons.

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  • 22. 

    What key combination is used to go directly to the top of most documents?

    • Ctrl + Home

    • Alt + Page Up

    • Shift + Home

    • Esc + T

    Correct Answer
    A. Ctrl + Home
    Explanation
    Ctrl + Home is the correct key combination to go directly to the top of most documents. This combination allows users to quickly navigate to the beginning of a document without having to scroll manually. By pressing the Ctrl key and the Home key simultaneously, the cursor or view will jump to the very beginning of the document, saving time and effort.

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  • 23. 

    In a typical Windows Help window, to search for Help articles that contain a particular word, you could use the:

    • Contents tab

    • Index tab

    • Find or Search

    • Both B and C

    Correct Answer
    A. Both B and C
    Explanation
    Both the Index tab and the Find or Search function can be used to search for Help articles that contain a particular word in a typical Windows Help window. The Index tab allows users to browse through a list of keywords or topics to find relevant articles, while the Find or Search function enables users to directly search for specific words or phrases within the Help content. Therefore, the correct answer is "Both B and C."

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