Basic Computer Key Terms And Features Quiz!

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    A hard copy is the same as a printout because it comes from which of the following.

    • Scanner
    • Printer
    • Digital Camera
    • Speaker
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Basic computer key terms and features quiz! If you are just getting started on your computer classes and want to test out just how much you understand the basics, this quiz is for you. Not only will you learn some terms and what they mean but will get to remember what you have forgotten. Give it a shot and all the best!

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  • 2. 

    The letter B is struck by the L1 finger.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement "The letter B is struck by the L1 finger" implies that the L1 finger makes contact with the letter B. Since the statement does not mention any other finger or action, it can be inferred that the letter B is indeed struck by the L1 finger. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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  • 3. 

    The apostrophe is located on the left side of the keyboard.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false. The apostrophe is not located on the left side of the keyboard. On a standard QWERTY keyboard layout, the apostrophe key is usually located on the right side, above the Enter key, and below the quotation mark key.

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  • 4. 

    A speaker is an input device.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because a speaker is an output device, not an input device. Input devices are used to provide data or instructions to a computer, while output devices are used to display or transmit processed data from a computer. A speaker is used to produce sound output, making it an output device.

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  • 5. 
    The CPU is not a chip.  It is the name for the computer. - ProProfs

    The CPU is not a chip.  It is the name for the computer.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false because the CPU (Central Processing Unit) is not the name for the computer; it is actually a chip or a hardware component within the computer. The CPU is responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations, but it is not the entire computer itself.

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  • 6. 

    The printer when ready to communicate with the computer is said to be which of the following?

    • Offline

    • Online

    • Plugged in

    • Not connected

    Correct Answer
    A. Online
    Explanation
    When the printer is ready to communicate with the computer, it is said to be "online". This means that it is connected and available for use. Being "online" indicates that the printer is in a state where it can receive print commands from the computer and carry out printing tasks.

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  • 7. 

    The Control key, Shift key, and the Alternate key are used  with Function keys to carry out commands.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The Control key, Shift key, and Alternate key are commonly used in combination with the Function keys on a keyboard to perform various commands or shortcuts. These modifier keys allow users to access additional functionality or execute specific actions when pressed in conjunction with a Function key. Therefore, the statement that the Control key, Shift key, and Alternate key are used with Function keys to carry out commands is true.

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  • 8. 
    For this classroom, when the server is off, the printer is offline. - ProProfs

    For this classroom, when the server is off, the printer is offline.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    When the server is off in this classroom, it means that the server is not functioning or not connected to the network. As a result, the printer, which is likely connected to the server, cannot communicate with it and therefore goes offline. This suggests that the printer's functionality is dependent on the server being on and connected to the network. Hence, the statement is true.

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  • 9. 
    A joystick is an output device. - ProProfs

    A joystick is an output device.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    A joystick is not an output device but rather an input device. It allows the user to control the movement of objects on a screen or in a virtual environment. The user can manipulate the joystick to provide input to a computer or gaming console, which then processes the input and generates an appropriate output response. Therefore, the statement that a joystick is an output device is incorrect.

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  • 10. 

    If there is a paper jam in the printer, it is which of the following?

    • Online

    • Ready to Go

    • Off

    • Offline

    Correct Answer
    A. Offline
    Explanation
    If there is a paper jam in the printer, it will be unable to function properly and will be offline.

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  • 11. 

    The letter Y is struck with the L1 finger.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that the letter Y is struck with the L1 finger. However, this is incorrect as the letter Y is typically struck with the L2 finger. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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  • 12. 
    The Shift key on the right of the keyboard is used to capitalize letters on the right side of the keyboard.   - ProProfs

    The Shift key on the right of the keyboard is used to capitalize letters on the right side of the keyboard.  

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The Shift key on the right side of the keyboard is not specifically used to capitalize letters on the right side of the keyboard. The Shift key, regardless of its location on the keyboard, is used to temporarily switch the keyboard's input mode from lowercase to uppercase, allowing the user to type capital letters. It does not have any specific association with the right side of the keyboard.

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  • 13. 
    A microphone is an input device. - ProProfs

    A microphone is an input device.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    A microphone is classified as an input device because it is used to convert sound waves into electrical signals that can be processed by a computer or other audio equipment. It allows users to input their voice or other audio signals into a device for recording, amplification, or communication purposes. Therefore, the statement that a microphone is an input device is correct.

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  • 14. 
    To learn the keyboard, you must not look at your fingers. - ProProfs

    To learn the keyboard, you must not look at your fingers.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The explanation for the correct answer, True, is that in order to learn the keyboard, it is important to develop muscle memory and touch typing skills. By not looking at your fingers while typing, you force yourself to rely on these skills, which can lead to increased speed and accuracy. Looking at your fingers while typing can slow you down and make it more difficult to learn the layout of the keyboard.

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  • 15. 

    The letter X is struck with which of the following fingers.

    • L4

    • R3

    • L2

    • L3

    Correct Answer
    A. L3
    Explanation
    The letter X is struck with the left third finger.

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  • 16. 

    The four arrow keys control the following:

    • Cursor movement

    • Mouse

    • Monitor

    • Commands

    Correct Answer
    A. Cursor movement
    Explanation
    The correct answer is cursor movement because the four arrow keys on a keyboard are typically used to move the cursor or insertion point in different directions within a document or text field. These keys allow users to navigate through the content they are working on, whether it's a word processor document, a web page, or a spreadsheet. By pressing the arrow keys, users can easily move the cursor up, down, left, or right, making it easier to edit or select specific parts of the text.

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  • 17. 

    In a word processing file, when the Insert key is Off, the overwrite feature is On.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    When the Insert key is off in a word processing file, it means that any new text typed will replace the existing text at the cursor position. This is known as the overwrite feature, which is turned on in this scenario. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 18. 

    The letter V is located at the right of the letter B on the first row.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The letter V is not located at the right of the letter B on the first row.

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  • 19. 

    The Q and P keys are struck by which two fingers?

    • L4 and R4

    • L1 and R1

    • R3 and L3

    • R4 and L3

    Correct Answer
    A. L4 and R4
    Explanation
    The Q and P keys are struck by the left fourth finger (L4) and the right fourth finger (R4).

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  • 20. 

    A small desktop computer is not a microcomputer.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    A small desktop computer is not a microcomputer because microcomputers refer to small-sized computers that have a microprocessor as their central processing unit. While a small desktop computer may be compact in size, it does not necessarily have a microprocessor and can have a more advanced processor, making it different from a microcomputer.

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  • 21. 

    The letter C is struck with which finger.

    • R2 finger

    • L2 finger

    • L1 finger

    • R1 finger

    Correct Answer
    A. L2 finger
    Explanation
    The letter C is struck with the L2 finger because the question is asking which finger is used to strike the letter C. Since the options are labeled with finger numbers, L2 finger corresponds to the second finger on the left hand. Therefore, the correct answer is L2 finger.

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  • 22. 

    To capitalize the letter B, you will need to first strike the Shift key with the L4 finger.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    To capitalize the letter B, you do not need to strike the Shift key with the L4 finger. The correct finger to strike the Shift key for capitalizing the letter B is the L3 finger.

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  • 23. 
    You turn on the computer, and 'boot' the monitor. - ProProfs

    You turn on the computer, and 'boot' the monitor.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the monitor does not need to be "booted". Booting refers to the process of starting up a computer system, which includes loading the operating system and initializing the hardware components. The monitor is a peripheral device that displays the output from the computer, but it does not have its own operating system or require a booting process.

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  • 24. 

    The period is struck with which of the following fingers?

    • R4

    • L3

    • R3

    • Any of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. R3
    Explanation
    The period is struck with the R3 finger.

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  • 25. 

    The M is struck with the R2 finger.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "The M is struck with the R2 finger" is not correct. It is unclear what "M" refers to in this context, and there is no information provided about what the "R2 finger" is. Therefore, it is not possible to determine if the statement is true or false.

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