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Computer Hardware and Software Quiz (10 Items)
Computer Hardware and Software Quiz (10 Items)
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1
Give an example of a portable storage device that uses flash memory.
TAPE DRIVE
Flash Drive
Hard Disk Drive
Zip Drive
2
Why is the CPU considered the "brain" of the computer?
It provides power to all components
It controls the display on the monitor
It stores all files permanently
It executes instructions and processes data
3
Primary storage refers to external devices that store data permanently, such as hard disk drives, CDs, and flash drives.
True
False
4
A program must be in this type of memory before it can execute.
Flash Drive
ROM
RAM
Hard Disk
5
The operating system manages hardware and software but does not perform specific tasks like word processing or gaming.
True
False
6
Among the following storage devices, which one is the slowest but has high durability for backups?
Flash Drive
CD
TAPE DRIVE
ZIP DRIVE
7
Explain the purpose of a plotter in computer hardware.
It creates high-precision graphics and drawings
It scans documents
It prints standard text documents
It converts digital files into physical models
8
Operating systems belong to which category of software?
System Software
Application Software
Programming Software
Security Software
9
The ALU performs mathematical calculations and logical operations in the CPU.
False
True
10
Name an example of an output device used for displaying visual content.
Keyboard
Monitor
Mouse
Scanner
