Objective 2 Understanding Computer Components

1.

1 point

How many times is the space bar pressed after the questions mark?

zero time

two times

three times

one time

2.

1 point

Output devices

Allow the user to save information to be used later.

Allow the computer to process information.

Communicate the information that has been processed to the user.

Allow the user to put information into the computer

3.

1 point

How many times is the space bar pressed after a colon?

one time

zero times

three times

two times

4.

1 point

Which hardware device produces soft copy output?

Monitor

Speakers

Webcam

Printer

5.

1 point

What type of software works with the computer system to perform specific tasks, such as word processing and spreadsheets?

Application

Graphics

Operating System

Utility

6.

1 point

John needs a hard copy of his report. What output device should he use?

Printer

Monitor

Keyboard

Speaker

7.

1 point

Keyboards, webcams, and mice are examples of what types of devices?

Processing

Output

Input

Storage

8.

1 point

Monitors, projectors, and speakers are examples of what types of devices?

Output

Input

Storage

Processing

9.

1 point

The home row keys for the left hand are

asdf

dfas

;jkl

jkl;

10.

1 point

Which hardware device is responsible for processing the information that is entered into the computer?

CPU

Keyboard

Printer

Monitor

11.

1 point

How many times is the space bar pressed after a comma

one space

three spaces

two spaces

zero spaces

12.

1 point

Samantha wants to use her computer to record her voice. What hardware device should she use to do this?

Scanner

Speakers

Microphone

Headphones

13.

1 point

Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Interned Explorer are examples of

Hardware

Input Devices

System Software

Application Software

14.

1 point

How many times is the space bar pressed after a semicolon?

zero time

one time

two times

three times

15.

1 point

You recently visited the library and searched for a book using the online card catalog. This system is an example of what type of application software?

Operating System

Spreadsheet

Word Processing

Database

16.

1 point

Input devices

Process information that has been entered into the computer

Allow the user to enter information into the computer

Allow the user to save information to be used later

Displays information that has been processed by the computer

17.

1 point

Emily wants to type her class notes. Which application software would be BEST for her to use?

Database

Spreadsheet

Operating System

Word Processing

18.

1 point

The home row finger used to control the caps lock key

a finger

thumb

; finger

f finger

19.

1 point

How many times is the space bar pressed after a period that ends a sentence?

zero time

one time

three times

two times

20.

1 point

The home row finger that is used to control both the enter and backspace keys

a finger

semicolon

f finger

thumb

21.

1 point

CDs, DVDs, and flash drives are examples of what types of devices?

Input

Output

Storage

Processing

22.

1 point

The home row keys for the right hand are

asd

jkl

asdf

jkl;

23.

1 point

How many times is the space bar presses after a period after an abbreviation?

one time

zero time

two times

three times

24.

1 point

Windows XP, Windows 7, and Mac are examples of

Input Devices

Processing Devices

Operating Systems

Applications Software

25.

1 point

John recently purchased a computer. After he set it up, plugged it in, and turned it on, nothing happened. What type of software is his computer most likely missing?

System

Application

Browser

Desktop

26.

1 point

What does software do for a computer?

Processes the information that has been entered into the computer.

Provides instructions for the hardware

Inputs information into the computer

Stores the information that has been entered into the computer.

27.

1 point

Alex is working on his homework in the school computer lab. He needs to take his work with him and complete it at home. Which would be the BEST for Alex to do?

Save his work to the computer hard drive

Save his work to a CD-ROM

Save his work to a flash drive

Print his work using the printer in the lab

28.

1 point

Which BEST explains why a CPU is often compared to the human brain?

A CPU creates the work done in the computer.

A CPU sends instructions throughout the computer system.

A CPU connects to the computer components.

A CPU maintains the computer with both hardware and software.

29.

1 point

Which statement BEST explains the difference between laptop and tablet computers.

Laptop computers are easier to use on a desk; tablet computers are easier to use in your lap.

Laptop computers are primarily operated using a keyboard. Tablet computers are primarily operated by touching the screen.

Laptop computers allow you to access more tools and programs than tablet computers.

Laptop computers are not portable; tablet computers are portable.

30.

1 point

Your teacher needs to calculate grades for your class. What type of application software would he/she MOST LIKELY use?

Spreadsheet

Word Processing

Database

Internet