Assessment Test-1 Computer/IT (MCQs)

A ‘keyboard’ consists of function keys:

  • (A) F1 to F10
  • (B) F1 to F12
  • (C) F1 to F14
  • (D) F1 to F16
Check Answer
  • (B) F1 to F12
Explanation
A standard computer keyboard has function keys from F1 to F12. These 12 keys are at the top of the keyboard. They are made to perform specific shortcuts or special commands based on the software or operating system in use.

Which of the following devices converts computer image into printed image?

  • (A) Keyboard
  • (B) Mouse
  • (C) Scanner
  • (D) Printer
Check Answer
  • (D) Printer
Explanation
A printer produces hard copy documents and pictures from electronic files. It’s a form of output device that creates a tangible printed image of computer graphics or text that can be printed on paper or other things. There is no difference between how a printer works and much like the process of printing an electronic document once created on your computer.

How many bits (binary digits) does a character have?

  • (A) 2 bits
  • (B) 4 bits
  • (C) 6 bits
  • (D) 8 bits
Check Answer
  • (D) 8 bits
Explanation
Standard byte either 8-bit or octet represents character in modern computing, resulting in 256 possible character combinations. Original ASCII was 7-bits and had 128 characters, whereas most modern systems used 8-bit codes (either extended ASCII or UTF-8) which means that most letters, numbers and symbols have 256 unique values. Basic standard Unicode uses a single unit consisting of either 16 or 32 bits; however, 8 bits remains basic unit for representing a character in typical encoding scheme.

The technical term not related to computer systems:

  • (A) Mouse
  • (B) Virus
  • (C) FIFO System
  • (D) Winchester Disk
Check Answer
  • (C) FIFO System
Explanation
FIFO (First-In, First-Out) is an established approach to using logic and data within areas of computer science (for example; Data Structure and Scheduling). However, it is mainly considered an accounting and inventory management term for determining the value of stock and controlling how physical goods move.

In Microsoft Word, the “Delete” key deletes letters from the _____ side of the cursor.

  • (A) Right
  • (B) Up
  • (C) Down
  • (D) Left
Check Answer
  • (A) Right
Explanation
  • Although you may be confused by these two keys and how they operate when you press them, they do the exact opposite of what they are supposed to do when it comes to moving your cursor.
  • The Delete Key deletes the next character to the right of where your cursor currently is (moving forward).
  • And conversely, the Backspace Key deletes the closest character to the left of where your cursor currently is (moving backward).

  • In Microsoft Word, the page orientation can be in _____ style.

    • (A) Landscape
    • (B) Portrait
    • (C) Landscape & Portrait
    • (D) Digital Speed Line
    Check Answer
    • (C) Landscape & Portrait
    Explanation
    Microsoft Word has two orientations for page layouts: Either Portrait or Landscape. Portrait is the default format with taller pages than width. On the other hand, Landscape is when pages are wider than taller. In Microsoft Word, you can choose between these two orientations for your document, and you can even use both within the same document by using Section Breaks.

    The shortcut key for remaining file and folder is:

    • (A) F1
    • (B) F2
    • (C) F3
    • (D) F4
    Check Answer
    • (B) F2
    Explanation
  • Pressing the F2 key on the keyboard in a Windows environment will allow you to rename the currently highlighted file or folder.
  • The F1 key usually brings up the “Help” function.
  • The F2 key allows you to rename the currently highlighted file/folder.
  • The F3 key allows you to access the search function within File Explorer.
  • The F4 key displays the Address Bar items in File Explorer (and, when used with Alt, it can be used to close the active window).

  • Which of the following is the unit used to express the memory of a computer?

    • (A) Bus
    • (B) Byte
    • (C) Compiler
    • (D) Clone
    Check Answer
    • (B) Byte
    Explanation
  • A Byte most often writes a character (a letter or a space) as 8 bits of computer digital information, it is also used to describe the size of computer memory. Data is measured in Bytes (e.g. kilobytes, megabytes, etc.).
  • A Bus is a set of connections or system that allows communication between different components of your computer or between computers.
  • A Compiler is a computer program that translates source code (the language in which the computer was programmed) into object code (the language that the computer understands).
  • In computing, a Clone is a computer hardware or software product that is identical to the original.

  • In the field of computers, what is “BASIC”?

    • (A) Programming Language
    • (B) A Software
    • (C) Software Coding
    • (D) Course of Computer
    Check Answer
    • (A) Programming Language
    Explanation
    Beginning at Dartmouth College in 1964 (John G. Kemeny & Thomas E. Kurtz) BASIC (Beginner’s All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code) was created to make programming (using computers) easily accessible to non-science students. With a simple, English-like format, many people learned how to program via BASIC in the 1970s-1980s; hence, it became the de facto standard on early personal computers.

    Which feature is used to control what type of data can be entered into a cell?

    • (A) Error checking
    • (B) Data validation
    • (C) Go to special
    • (D) Evaluate formula
    Check Answer
    • (B) Data validation
    Explanation
    You can use Data Validation in Microsoft Excel as a way of controlling/restricting what types of data users may enter into a cell. Through this function, Data Validation allows you to define multiple rules, for example, allowing only whole numbers in a certain range; allowing only specific date(s); or allowing only selection(s) from a list of items defined by you on a drop down list. If a user attempts to enter a datum that does not fit into the criteria you have predefined, then you can have Excel prohibit that entry completely or give the user a warning message.

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