Which of these is a characteristic of a Graphical User Interface (GUI)?

Provides icons, windows, and menus

Why must data from a sensor be converted to digital before a computer can process it?

Computers only understand digital data

Which of the following best describes a compiler?

A program that translates high-level code into machine code

Which of the following is a key advantage of using a Command Line Interface (CLI) over a Graphical User Interface (GUI)?

Uses less system resources and runs faster

Why are mobile computers often preferred for communication over desktop computers?

They are portable and can connect wirelessly

How does Artificial Intelligence improve road safety in self-driving cars?

It helps cars make real-time decisions to avoid accidents

What is the difference between Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)?

VR replaces the real world with a digital one, while AR is otherwise

What is the main function of an operating system?

Managing computer hardware and software resources

How does RAM differ from ROM?

RAM is temporary storage, ROM is permanent

What is one major impact of Artificial Intelligence on society?

Increases reliance on automation and reduces some job opportunities

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1
Which of these is a characteristic of a Graphical User Interface (GUI)?
Requires the user to type text commands
Uses a command-line interface
Provides icons, windows, and menus
Only works on touchscreen devices
2
Why must data from a sensor be converted to digital before a computer can process it?
Computers only understand digital data
Sensors only work with graphical data
Sensors are not accurate enough
Sensors produce signals too weak for a computer to detect
3
Which of the following best describes a compiler?
A device used for printing documents
A tool used to organize data in a database
A software that compresses large files
A program that translates high-level code into machine code
4
Which of the following is an output device?
Printer
Keyboard
Scanner
Touchpad
5
What type of storage can be used on a smartphone for backing up data?
Cloud storage
Processor
RAM
ROM
6
Artificial Intelligence can be used in:
MS Paint
CD drives
Facial recognition
Simple calculators
7
Which of the following is a key advantage of using a Command Line Interface (CLI) over a Graphical User Interface (GUI)?
Easier for beginners to use
Requires no knowledge of commands
Always comes with built-in help menus
Uses less system resources and runs faster
8
Which of the following is not considered an emerging technology?
Computer Architecture
Artificial Intelligence
Augmented Reality
Virtual Reality
9
Why are mobile computers often preferred for communication over desktop computers?
They are more powerful
They have larger screens
They are cheaper than desktops
They are portable and can connect wirelessly
10
How does Artificial Intelligence improve road safety in self-driving cars?
It helps cars make real-time decisions to avoid accidents
It replaces all human drivers immediately
It prevents the car from stopping
It allows cars to drive faster
11
What is the difference between Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)?
VR enhances real-world objects, while AR creates a completely digital world
VR replaces the real world with a digital one, while AR is otherwise
VR does not require any special devices, while AR does
VR is used only for gaming, while AR is used in real-life applications
12
What is the main function of an operating system?
Providing internet access
Managing computer hardware and software resources
Editing documents
Running antivirus scans
13
How does RAM differ from ROM?
RAM is temporary storage, ROM is permanent
RAM is used for long-term storage, ROM is temporary
RAM is non-volatile, ROM is volatile
ROM can be written to, but RAM cannot
14
What is one major impact of Artificial Intelligence on society?
Slows down technological progress
Eliminates the need for human decision-making in all fields
Increases reliance on automation and reduces some job opportunities
Reduces unemployment
15
Which of the following is an example of system software?
Operating system
Web browser
Spreadsheet software
Word processor

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