CIT 101 - Class Test Trivia Quiz
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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.
- 1.
Computer stores
- A.
Data only
- B.
Instructions only
- C.
Both data and instructions
- D.
Randomly only
Correct Answer
C. Both data and instructionsExplanation
Computer can only store and process data/information/instructions. Page 3Rate this question:
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- 2.
Keyboard is an example of
- A.
Output device
- B.
Input device
- C.
An input/output device
- D.
Output/input device
Correct Answer
B. Input deviceExplanation
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 etcRate this question:
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- 3.
What is a PC?
- A.
Low-cost computer usually desktop
- B.
Desktop computer size
- C.
Mini computer usually palm-size in nature
- D.
Personal computational machine
Correct Answer
A. Low-cost computer usually desktopExplanation
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)omputerRate this question:
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What is a computer?
- A.
A machine
- B.
An electronic machine that can accept, process and store data/information
- C.
An electronic machine
- D.
An electronic machine that can accept data and modify a data according to its own incentives
Correct Answer
B. An electronic machine that can accept, process and store data/informationExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Modern computer is basically an electronic device which can respond to commands
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Yes its TRUE, a modern computer is basically designed in electronic device that can respond to commands or instructions... Page 3Rate this question:
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- 6.
Terminal is an example of
- A.
In-to-in device
- B.
In/out device
- C.
Output device only
- D.
Input/output device
Correct Answer
D. Input/output deviceExplanation
A terminal is a data input-output device, usually made up of a monitor (display), keyboard, mouse, or touch screen.Rate this question:
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- 7.
CPU stands for
- A.
Computer Processing Unit
- B.
Central Progressing Unit
- C.
Central Processing Unit
- D.
Computer Process Unit
Correct Answer
C. Central Processing UnitExplanation
CPU stands for Central Processing UnitRate this question:
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What is a program?
- A.
Set of instructions that tells the computer to stop execution
- B.
Sets of computers that tells the computer what to do
- C.
A set of instructions that tells the computer what to do
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. A set of instructions that tells the computer what to doExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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INSTRUCTION: Check the correct box The operating systems of a computer have the following features:
- A.
Purchased as utility from a software company
- B.
All of the above are correct
- C.
Control the operations of the hardware
- D.
Serve as intermediaries between the hardware and application programs
Correct Answer(s)
A. Purchased as utility from a software company
C. Control the operations of the hardware
D. Serve as intermediaries between the hardware and application programsExplanation
The operating systems have the following features:
• They are supplied by the manufacturer of the hardware or purchased as utility from a software company.
• They assist in running other programs.
• They serve as intermediaries between the hardware and application programs.
• They simplify the use of the software.
• They control the operations of the hardware
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- 10.
Computer machinery is the
- A.
Utility
- B.
Software
- C.
Hardware
- D.
Operating system
Correct Answer
C. HardwareExplanation
Computer machinery refers to the physical components of a computer system, such as the processor, memory, storage devices, and input/output devices. These physical components are collectively known as hardware. Utility software, operating system, and software are not considered as computer machinery, as they are programs or systems that run on the hardware to perform specific tasks. Therefore, the correct answer is hardware.Rate this question:
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.....................is the software responsible for controlling the allocation and usage of hardware resources
Correct Answer
OS
Operating System
operating systemExplanation
The software responsible for controlling the allocation and usage of hardware resources is the operating system (OS). The OS acts as an intermediary between the hardware and the user, managing tasks such as memory allocation, file management, and device drivers. It ensures that multiple programs can run simultaneously and efficiently utilize the available hardware resources. The OS also provides a user interface and enables communication between software applications and the hardware components of a computer system.Rate this question:
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INSTRUCTION: Check the correct answer What do you understand by booting?
- A.
Switching off the system
- B.
Switching out the system
- C.
Switching on the system
- D.
Switching in the system
Correct Answer
C. Switching on the systemExplanation
Booting refers to the process of starting up a computer system. It involves loading the operating system into the computer's memory and initializing the necessary components for the system to function properly. Therefore, the correct answer is "switching on the system" as it accurately describes the action of booting a computer.Rate this question:
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- 13.
FORTRAN stands for ...............
Correct Answer
Formula Translator, formula translatorExplanation
FORTRAN stands for Formula Translator. It is a high-level programming language that was developed in the 1950s for scientific and engineering calculations. The name "Formula Translator" reflects the language's ability to easily handle mathematical formulas and calculations. The abbreviation "FORTRAN" is derived from the words "FORmula TRANslation," emphasizing its purpose of translating mathematical formulas into executable code. The repetition of "formula translator" in the answer reinforces the expansion of the acronym and further clarifies its meaning.Rate this question:
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An interconnected set of two or more computers with data communication devices may be called a
- A.
Computer interconnectivity
- B.
Computer network
- C.
Computer connectivity
- D.
Computer communication
Correct Answer
B. Computer networkExplanation
An interconnected set of two or more computers with data communication devices is referred to as a computer network. This network allows the computers to communicate and share resources such as files and printers. It enables data transmission and facilitates collaboration and information sharing among the connected computers.Rate this question:
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- 15.
The wired arrangement of computer networking consists of a communication software,
- A.
Nodes
- B.
Network interface card
- C.
Network cable
- D.
None of the following
Correct Answer
D. None of the followingExplanation
The wired arrangement of computer networking consists of a communication software, nodes, network interface card, and network cable.Rate this question:
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- 16.
www stands for
- A.
Wide world web
- B.
Web in wide world
- C.
World web wide
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. None of the aboveExplanation
The correct answer is "none of the above" because the acronym "www" stands for World Wide Web, not any of the options provided. It is a system of interconnected hypertext documents accessed through the Internet.Rate this question:
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............... refers to the linking up the world’s LANs, MANs and WANs to form a web of networks that cover the earth
- A.
LAN
- B.
WAN
- C.
MAN
- D.
WWW
Correct Answer
D. WWWExplanation
The correct answer is WWW, which stands for World Wide Web. This term refers to the linking up of the world's LANs, MANs, and WANs to form a web of networks that cover the earth. The World Wide Web is a system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed through the Internet. It allows users to navigate between different websites and access information from various sources worldwide.Rate this question:
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HTML stands for
- A.
Hypertexts Mark-ups Languages
- B.
Hypertext Make-up Language
- C.
Hypertext Mark-up Language
- D.
Hypertexts Mark-ups Language
Correct Answer
C. Hypertext Mark-up LanguageExplanation
HTML stands for Hypertext Mark-up Language. It is a standard markup language used for creating web pages and applications. It is the language that structures the content on the internet and defines how the elements are displayed on a web page. HTML uses tags to mark up the elements and specify their structure and formatting.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Modem stands for
Correct Answer
Modulation Demodulation
modulation demodulationExplanation
The term "modem" is an abbreviation of "modulation demodulation." Modulation refers to the process of modifying a carrier signal to transmit information, while demodulation is the reverse process of extracting the original information from the modified signal. In the context of a modem, it refers to the device that converts digital signals from a computer into analog signals for transmission over telephone lines, and vice versa. Therefore, the correct answer is "Modulation Demodulation."Rate this question:
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What is a mouse used for?
- A.
To execute program
- B.
To program the computer
- C.
To give instructions to a computer
- D.
To guide the computer
Correct Answer
C. To give instructions to a computerExplanation
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 instructionsRate this question:
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- 21.
What is a directory?
- A.
Folder
- B.
Dictionary
- C.
Shortcut
- D.
Program
Correct Answer
A. FolderExplanation
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 38Rate this question:
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A small picture that represents either a program or a shortcut is
- A.
A shortcut
- B.
An icon
- C.
A graphics
- D.
A pointer
Correct Answer
A. A shortcutExplanation
An icons placed on the desktop, which enables quick and easy access to programs and data. Page 39Rate this question:
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What is a menu?
- A.
A list of picture
- B.
A list of program
- C.
A list of food
- D.
A list of items
Correct Answer
D. A list of itemsExplanation
The menu bar displays the primary commands of the relevant application. Page 44Rate this question:
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The use of computer to create, revise and save documents for printing and future retrieval is
- A.
Spreadheeting
- B.
Word processing
- C.
Desktop publishing
- D.
MS Word
Correct Answer
B. Word processingExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 25.
What do you use to enter data into the computer?
- A.
Mobile phone
- B.
Keyboard
- C.
Printer
- D.
Screen
Correct Answer
B. KeyboardExplanation
Computer operators communicates with the computer’s CPU by using various input devices to enter data, run programs, or give commands to the CPU. These devices include the following: Keyboard, Mouse, Scanners, Modems, Light pen, Voice Recognition, Joysticks. All these are used to enter data or runs program into the computer. Page 7Rate this question:
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- 26.
An example of an electronic spreadheet is
- A.
MS Word
- B.
Adobe
- C.
CorelDraw
- D.
Excel
Correct Answer
D. ExcelExplanation
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 86Rate this question:
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By default, Word is in ......... mode
- A.
Delete
- B.
Update
- C.
Insert
- D.
Esc
Correct Answer
C. InsertExplanation
By default, Word is in insert mode; as you type, text to the right of the insertion point is pushed to the right. Page 66Rate this question:
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- 28.
Word processor has many advantages over using a ................
Correct Answer
typewriter, TypewriterExplanation
Word processor has many advantages over using a typewriter. Page 63Rate this question:
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To insert text, place the ........................ where you want to add text and begin typing
- A.
Mouse point
- B.
Line point
- C.
Deletion point
- D.
Insertion point
Correct Answer
D. Insertion pointExplanation
To insert text, place the insertion point (cursor) where you want to add text and begin typing. Page 66Rate this question:
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A program used to create text files or make changes to existing files is
- A.
A dump
- B.
An editor
- C.
An application software
- D.
A word processor
Correct Answer
B. An editorExplanation
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)Rate this question:
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… is one of the proofing tools in word processing
- A.
Proofer tools
- B.
Edit
- C.
Corrector
- D.
Spelling Checker
Correct Answer
D. Spelling CheckerExplanation
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 80Rate this question:
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… is the final step in the production of a document
- A.
Editing
- B.
Formatting
- C.
Print preview
- D.
Printing
Correct Answer
D. PrintingExplanation
The final step in the production of a document is printing. Page 83Rate this question:
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In spreadsheet, a cell can contain either .................. or text
Correct Answer
numbered valuesExplanation
A cell can contain either text or numbered values. Page 86Rate this question:
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An Excel file is called a
- A.
Worksheet
- B.
Workbook
- C.
Excel
- D.
Spreadsheet
Correct Answer
B. WorkbookExplanation
An Excel file, contains what is called a workbook and this workbook contains files called worksheets. (Page 88) By default, Excel workbook contains 3 worksheets namely, Sheet1, Sheet2 and Sheet3 (Page 90)Rate this question:
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Which of the following is correct about Spreadsheet?
- A.
Consists of information written in tabular form
- B.
Contians an Excel file, called a workbook, and a worksheets
- C.
Consists of information written in triangular form
- D.
Consists of information written in rectangular form
Correct Answer(s)
A. Consists of information written in tabular form
B. Contians an Excel file, called a workbook, and a worksheetsExplanation
A spreadsheet consists of information written in tabular form; in other words, rows and/or columns of figures and/or text Page 86
An Excel file, called a workbook, can contain worksheets Page 88Rate this question:
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… cells can contain formulas
- A.
Worksheet
- B.
Four-figured table
- C.
Workbook
- D.
Spreadsheet file
Correct Answer
A. WorksheetExplanation
Worksheet cells can contain constant values or formulas Page 99Rate this question:
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There are --- worksheets are in a default Excel workbook
Correct Answer
3Explanation
The default Excel workbook contains 3 worksheet names Sheet1 Sheet2 Sheet3 (Page 90)Rate this question:
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Until it is ..................., a workbook exists only in computer memory
- A.
Done
- B.
Ok
- C.
Dumped
- D.
Saved
Correct Answer
D. SavedExplanation
Until it is saved, a workbook exists only in computer memory, which is a temporary storage place Page 97Rate this question:
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Which of the following definition is correct about Excel?
- A.
Software application that provides a paper spreadsheet
- B.
Software application that provides an electronic spreadsheet
- C.
Software application that provides an electronic word processing
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Software application that provides an electronic spreadsheetExplanation
Excel is a software application that provides an “electronic spreadsheet,” or worksheet environment Page 88Rate this question:
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What do you use to enter data into the computer?
- A.
Fingers
- B.
Typewriter
- C.
Printer
- D.
Keyboard
Correct Answer
D. KeyboardExplanation
A keyboard is used to enter data into the computer. It is a device with a set of keys that allows the user to input text, numbers, and commands into the computer. The user can press the keys on the keyboard using their fingers to input the desired information. Unlike a typewriter or printer, a keyboard is specifically designed for computer input and is connected to the computer system. Therefore, the correct answer is keyboard.Rate this question:
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The part labelled D is ued to
- A.
Swift on/off
- B.
Switch on/of
- C.
Switch on/off
- D.
Swift on/of
Correct Answer
C. Switch on/offExplanation
The part labelled D - the Power-button, used to toggle either ON/OFF the computer systemRate this question:
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GUI stands for
Correct Answer
Graphical User InterfaceExplanation
GUI = Graphical User InterfaceRate this question:
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MS Word is a ............. word processor
Correct Answer
WYSIWYG
what-you-see-is-what-you-getExplanation
Word is a WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what-you-get) word processor Page 55Rate this question:
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There are ............ alignment options in MS Word
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
3
- D.
4
Correct Answer
D. 4Explanation
There are four alignment options, namely | Left Alignment | Center Alignment | Right Alignment | Justified | Page 78Rate this question:
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WYSIWYG stands for ...........
Correct Answer
what-you-see-is-what-you-getExplanation
WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what-you-get) Page 55Rate this question:
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The labelled D is used to ?
- A.
Switch of
- B.
Switch off
- C.
Switch on
- D.
RESET
Correct Answer
C. Switch onExplanation
The part lablelled D is the toggle switch onRate this question:
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A new Excel workbook file can contain up to ........ separate worksheets
- A.
65,536
- B.
256
- C.
255
- D.
26
Correct Answer
C. 255Explanation
A new Excel workbook file can contain up to 255 separate worksheets... Page 90Rate this question:
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In Windows, clipboard _____
- A.
An area in memory
- B.
Provides a temporary storage area
- C.
Provides a temporary area
- D.
Provides a temporary space area
Correct Answer
B. Provides a temporary storage areaExplanation
The Windows environment provides a temporary storage area called the Clipboard for those times when you move or copy text Page 69Rate this question:
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In Word, what does the overtype mode do?
- A.
Replaces existing text one character at a time
- B.
Moves a character one by one
- C.
Pushes character by character
- D.
Inserts a character at a time
Correct Answer
A. Replaces existing text one character at a timeExplanation
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 66Rate this question:
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Some formatting buttons are toggles, that is, the same button is used to turn a formatting feature ---
- A.
"down" and "up"
- B.
On and off
- C.
"on's" and "off's"
- D.
"on" and "off"
Correct Answer
D. "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 75Rate this question:
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