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1.  "SS" stands for .....

Explanation

The abbreviation "SS" commonly stands for "Single Space" in various contexts, such as in word processing or typing. It refers to the practice of using only one space between sentences or words, instead of the traditional two spaces. This abbreviation is often used in style guides or typing conventions to indicate the preferred spacing format.

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This 'Touch System Data Entry' quiz assesses essential keyboarding skills, focusing on correct finger usage for keys and understanding of basic typing protocols. It is designed to enhance... see moretyping efficiency and accuracy, vital for professional and educational environments. see less

2. Used to make all capital letters. 

Explanation

The CAPS Lock key is used to toggle between uppercase and lowercase letters on a keyboard. When the CAPS Lock key is turned on, all letters that are typed will be in capital letters. This is useful when you want to type in all capital letters without having to hold down the Shift key for each letter.

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3.  Which finger is used to strike the space-bar?

Explanation

The thumb is used to strike the space-bar on a keyboard. This is because the thumb is the most flexible and easily accessible finger for reaching the space-bar, which is located in the center of the keyboard. The middle finger and little finger are typically used for striking other keys on the keyboard.

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4. To ensure proper typing technique make sure your feet on flat on the floor. 

Explanation

The given statement is true because proper typing technique involves having your feet flat on the floor. This helps to maintain good posture and prevent strain or discomfort in the legs and back. By keeping the feet flat, it ensures that the body weight is evenly distributed and provides a stable base for typing. This can help to improve overall typing speed and accuracy while also reducing the risk of developing musculoskeletal issues associated with poor posture.

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5.   Internal operating unit or “brain” of the computer.

Explanation

The CPU, or Central Processing Unit, is the internal operating unit or "brain" of the computer. It is responsible for executing instructions, performing calculations, and managing data processing. The CPU is the primary component that carries out the instructions of a computer program by performing basic arithmetic, logical, control, and input/output (I/O) operations. It is considered the most important part of a computer system as it controls and coordinates all the activities of the computer.

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6. Inserts a space in text. 

Explanation

The space bar is a key on a keyboard that inserts a space in text. It is used to separate words or characters in a sentence or paragraph. When pressed, it creates a blank space between two words or characters, allowing for proper formatting and readability.

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7. 1In order to demonstrate correct typing technique, you must have your fingers curved on the homerow keys. 

Explanation

To demonstrate correct typing technique, it is necessary to have your fingers curved on the homerow keys. This is because the homerow keys are the base position for the fingers and allow for efficient and accurate typing. By keeping the fingers curved on the homerow keys, it ensures that the fingers are in the correct position to reach the other keys on the keyboard without straining or stretching. This technique promotes proper hand and finger placement, which can help improve typing speed and accuracy.

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8.  Moves insertion point to margin and down to next line. 

Explanation

When the insertion point is at the margin and you press the Enter key, it moves the insertion point down to the next line. This action is commonly used to create a new paragraph or start a new line in a document. The Enter key is different from the Delete and Backspace keys, which are used to remove characters or content, and the CTRL key, which is often used in combination with other keys to perform specific functions.

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9. Name the home keys controlled by your LEFT hand, in correct order.

Explanation

The correct answer is A, S, D, F. These keys are controlled by the left hand and are known as the home keys in touch typing. The left hand is responsible for resting on these keys and reaching out to the neighboring keys.

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10. Which finger is used to reach the letter “T”?

Explanation

The letter "T" is located on the keyboard in close proximity to the "F" key. Therefore, the finger used to reach the letter "T" is the "F" finger.

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11.  Displays text and graphics on a screen.  

Explanation

A monitor is a device that displays both text and graphics on a screen. It is used to visually present information to the user. The other options, CPA, Disk Drives, and Keyboard, do not have the capability to display visual content on a screen. Therefore, the correct answer is Monitor.

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12. Activates/deactivates numeric keypad. 

Explanation

The correct answer is NUM Lock. The NUM Lock key on a keyboard activates or deactivates the numeric keypad. When the NUM Lock is on, the keys on the numeric keypad function as numbers, allowing users to input numerical data quickly. When the NUM Lock is off, the keys on the numeric keypad function as navigation keys, allowing users to move the cursor or scroll through documents.

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13. Name the home keys controlled by your RIGHT hand, in correct order.

Explanation

The correct answer is J, K, L, ;. These keys are controlled by the right hand when using the standard QWERTY keyboard layout. J is placed under the right index finger, K under the right middle finger, L under the right ring finger, and ; under the right pinky finger. These keys are considered the home keys for the right hand because they are the starting position for placing the fingers on the keyboard.

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14. Keys at the right side of the keyboard used to enter numeric copy and perform calculations. 

Explanation

The correct answer is Numeric Keypad. The keys at the right side of the keyboard are used to enter numeric data and perform calculations. These keys are arranged in a grid pattern and typically include numbers, mathematical operators, and other functions such as enter, delete, and clear. The numeric keypad is commonly used in accounting, data entry, and other tasks that require frequent input of numbers.

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15.  An arrangement of letter, figure, symbol, control function and a numeric pad.

Explanation

The given arrangement consists of various components such as CPU, disk drives, CTRL, and a keyboard. Among these components, the keyboard is the only one that includes letters, figures, symbols, control functions, and a numeric pad. The CPU is the central processing unit responsible for executing instructions, the disk drives are used for storing data, and CTRL is a control function. Therefore, the keyboard is the correct answer as it encompasses all the mentioned elements.

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16. Which finger do you use to strike the letter “C”?

Explanation

The letter "C" is typically struck on a keyboard or a typewriter with the left middle finger. This is because the left hand is responsible for typing the letters on the left side of the keyboard, and the middle finger is positioned over the letter "C" in the standard typing position.

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17.   Read data from and write data to a disk. 

Explanation

Disk drives are the correct answer because they are the devices responsible for reading and writing data to a disk. The CPU is the central processing unit and is responsible for executing instructions, but it does not directly interact with the disk. The monitor and keyboard are input/output devices that allow the user to interact with the computer, but they do not handle data storage. Therefore, disk drives are the most appropriate choice for reading and writing data to a disk.

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18.        To type the letter C, you should use your Left middle finger.   

Explanation

The statement is true because according to the standard typing technique, the letter C is typed using the left middle finger. This finger is typically responsible for pressing the keys in the middle row of the keyboard, which includes the letter C.

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19.  Closes a software menu or dialog box.

Explanation

ESC is the correct answer because it is commonly used as a keyboard shortcut to close a software menu or dialog box. When pressed, the ESC key typically cancels or closes the current operation or window, allowing the user to return to the previous state or screen. This key is widely recognized and used in various software applications and operating systems.

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20. Deletes text to the left of the insertion point. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "Backspace" because when you press the Backspace key, it deletes the text to the left of the insertion point.

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21.  Which finger is used to strike the enter key?

Explanation

The little finger, also known as the pinky finger, is used to strike the enter key. This is because it is the shortest finger and is easily able to reach the enter key without stretching or straining the hand.

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22. Activate insert or typeover. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "Insert" because the question is asking for the term that means to insert or type over something. The other options, such as "Caps Lock," "Shift Key," and "Enter," do not relate to the action of inserting or typing over.

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23. How many homerow keys are there?

Explanation

There are 8 homerow keys on a standard keyboard. The homerow keys are the keys where the fingers naturally rest when typing. They include the letters A, S, D, F, J, K, L, and the semicolon (;) key. These keys are positioned in the middle row of the keyboard and are easily accessible for touch typing.

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24.  Which finger is used to reach the letter “R”?

Explanation

The letter "R" is typically reached using the "F" finger on a standard QWERTY keyboard layout. This is because the "F" key is located directly to the left of the "R" key.

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25. When using proper techniques for keyboarding, do the following:

Explanation

The correct answer is "Both a) and c)". When using proper techniques for keyboarding, it is important to sit up straight with feet flat on the floor to maintain good posture and prevent strain on the back. Additionally, fingers should be placed on the home keys for efficient and accurate typing. Therefore, both options a) and c) are correct and should be followed for proper keyboarding techniques.

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26.   In order to capitalize the letter A, you must use the Right Shift Key to do so. 

Explanation

To capitalize the letter A, you need to use the Right Shift Key. This means that pressing the Right Shift Key and the letter A simultaneously will result in a capitalized A being typed. Therefore, the statement is true.

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28.   Makes capital letters and symbols shown at tops of number keys. 

Explanation

The shift key is the correct answer because it is the key that is used to make capital letters and symbols shown at the tops of number keys. When the shift key is pressed along with a letter key, it allows the user to type a capital letter. Additionally, when the shift key is pressed along with a number key, it allows the user to type the symbol that is shown at the top of that number key.

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29.  Used to input commands.

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The given options are "NUM Lock," "Mouse," "Insert," and "Enter." Out of these options, the one that is used to input commands is the "Mouse." The mouse is a peripheral device that allows users to interact with graphical user interfaces by moving a cursor on the screen and clicking on various elements to input commands. Therefore, the correct answer is "Mouse."

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30.  How many times do you press the space bar at the end of a sentence that ends with a period? 

Explanation

In standard English grammar, it is customary to press the space bar twice at the end of a sentence that ends with a period. This is done to create a visual break between sentences, making the text easier to read and understand. Therefore, the correct answer is 2.

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31.  How many times do you press the space bar after the colon (:) symbol? 

Explanation

After the colon symbol, there should be two spaces pressed on the space bar. This is because the standard practice in English language is to have two spaces after a colon when writing.

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32.  Moves the insertion point to a preset position. 

Explanation

Pressing the TAB key on a keyboard moves the insertion point to a preset position, typically the next available input field or tab stop in a form or document. This allows the user to easily navigate between different sections or fields without having to use the mouse or trackpad. The TAB key is commonly used in text editors, word processors, web browsers, and other applications to quickly move the focus to the next interactive element.

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34.  How many times do you enter when you see QS

Explanation

When you see "QS" written, you enter four times.

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35.   In order to create the question mark symbol (?) , you must use the Right Shift Key to do so.

Explanation

The statement is false because the right shift key is not used to create the question mark symbol. The question mark symbol can be created by pressing the shift key and the forward slash key simultaneously.

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 "SS" stands for .....
Used to make all capital letters. 
 Which finger is used to strike the space-bar?
To ensure proper typing ...
  Internal operating unit or “brain” of the computer.
Inserts a space in text. 
1In order to demonstrate correct typing technique, you must ...
 Moves insertion point to margin and down to next line. 
Name the home keys controlled by your LEFT hand, in correct order.
Which finger is used to reach the letter “T”?
 Displays text and graphics on a screen.  
Activates/deactivates numeric keypad. 
Name the home keys controlled by your RIGHT hand, in correct order.
Keys ...
 An ...
Which finger do you use to strike the letter “C”?
  Read data from and write data to a disk. 
       To type the letter C, ...
 Closes a software menu or dialog box.
Deletes text to the left of the insertion point. 
 Which finger is used to strike the enter key?
Activate insert or typeover. 
How many homerow keys are there?
 Which finger is used to reach the letter “R”?
When using proper techniques for keyboarding, do the following:
  In order to capitalize the letter A, ...
  Makes ...
 Used to input commands.
 How ...
 How ...
 Moves the insertion point to a preset position. 
 How many times do you enter when you see QS? 
  In order to create the question mark ...
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