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1
Which of the following files will Robin open to complete a "listening" assignment?
docx
systems software
mp3
PDF
2
If they only want to see beach vacations in Jamaica, then they must _____.
store the data
sort the data
output the data
filter the data
3
Presentation software is the best file type for writing a research paper.
False
True
4
What kind of error does Marcel need to fix?
logic error
debugging error
syntax error
database error
5
If your teacher gives you five steps to follow when reducing a fraction, that is an algorithm.
True
False
6
Which of these is the algorithm for assembling a bicycle?
a mechanic
a rider
the assembly instructions
the physics of motion
7
What does Reggie need to create in order to save his written document and work on it later?
a spreadsheet
a file
an app
systems software
8
Shawn said, "The ___________ is really nice on this program."
editor
interface
database
code
9
Scott is making a list of the parts of a computer that are software.Which will be on the list?
web browser
the keyboard
the speakers
a thumb drive
10
Which of the following is an output device on an alarm clock?
the button used to set an alarm
the power cord
the button used to change the time
the time display
11
T.J. wants to send a friend a file with a funny dancing cat. Which file format should be used?
PDF
gif
docx
mp3
12
What kind of program is this?
iteration
sequence
conditional
selection
13
___________ describes the layout of the screen.
Block-based
Player
Interface
Editor
14
The physical parts of a computer are called application software.
False
True
15
In block-based programming, what does the play button do?
transfer the code to the hard drive
run the code
save the code
edit the code
16
Which of the following is the final step to writing an algorithm?
carrying out a plan
making a plan
extending the problem
understanding the problem
17
Typing four when a programmer should have typed for is a syntax error.
False
True
18
When computer code encounters the word, if, what does it do?
repeat the instructions
follow a sequence
iterate
check if the condition is true or false
19
Robin wants to make a database of the software on a laptop.Which should be left off the list?
a program that organizes photos
the camera on the laptop
a program that edits photos
an app for sharing photos
20
Which of the following aspects of a computer is responsible for making sense of input?
storage
processing
output
memory
21
Which of the following lists contains the five essential elements of a computer?
inputs, outputs, programs, processes, and storage
language, software, hardware, code, and development
binary, code, inputs, processes, and storage
inputs, returns, programs, processes, and storage
22
Which of the following lines of code would return a digital turtle to its starting location?
forward 60 back 40
forward 60 back 60
forward 60 right 60
forward 60 right 90
23
Why are computers better than humans at problem solving like finding a route between 10 cities?
Computers are not distracted by social media.
Computers can test thousands of routes in seconds.
Computers have precise maps.
Computers use code instead of plain English.
24
When programming, the word “execute” means which of these?
to revise
to kill
to edit
to run
25
A database is an organized collection of systems files.
True
False
26
Which of the following should Omar update?
the social media platform
the web browser
the operating system
the music editing software
27
In this situation, how is the number 144 being used?
as data
as knowledge
as input
as information
28
What kinds of errors does Erin need to fix?
syntax errors
database errors
debugging errors
logic errors
29
What happens if the arrow misses the dragon?
The player gains 20 points.
The player loses 20 points.
The player loses one life.
There is no effect in the game.
30
Which of the following could be part of an algorithm?
The cookies are delicious.
Oatmeal cookies are better than chocolate chip cookies.
Add two cups of flour.
The cookies each have five chocolate chips.
31
Juan uses an algorithm to make cookies. What is the next step after he makes the cookies?
decide what to bake next
clean everything up
Make sure he has read the directions properly
review his experience
32
Which of the following is an input device on a toaster?
the heating element
the tray
the start button
the electrical outlet
33
How are most databases organized?
into files with extensions
into docx and pdf formats
nto tables with horizons and verticals
into tables with rows and columns
34
If a coach says, “Now let’s do 30 push-ups,” what kind of statement is that?
edited
sequential
iterative
conditional
35
Using a computer would be most helpful for solving which of these problems?
teaching a child to be kind
helping three friends decide which movie to see
picking the prettiest color for new paint
planning the shortest route to drive on vacation
36
In a ____________, there is no skipping or repeating instructions.
selection
conditional
sequence
iteration
37
The code repeat 3 [forward 50 right 120] creates which shape?
a pentagon
a circle
a square
a triangle
38
Ivan wants to have code in a game that will change the speed of a swimmer.Which does Ivan need?
a variable
output
a database
a Boolean value
39
If Scott were using an algorithmic approach to finding a solution,what would his first step be?
thinking about where he might go on future trips
thinking about what he might do differently on his next trip
riding the bus
being sure that he understands the bus routes
40
Good typing skills make it easier to write a computer program.
False
True
41
Showing or hiding records in a database is called “filtering.”
True
False
42
Which of the following is a disadvantage of storing data in the cloud?
You need an internet connection to access it.
You can access it from any device.
You cannot access it from any device.
You don't need to use your computer's own memory.
43
Which of the following kinds of software would be most useful for recording data?
messaging app
a spreadsheet
presentation software
word processing software
44
Which of the following will contribute to the achievement of this goal?
words per minute
keys per function
words per mile
keys per line
45
Which of the following is the best definition of a computer code?
a transition language
a secret language
a language that computers use
a mathematical language
46
What kind of error should Jane fix to make the program run properly?
a logic error
a syntax error
an infinite loop error
a Boolean error
47
What is the role of a computer programmer?
to create algorithms
to provide memory
to review processes
to provide output
48
The 3 main ways to control a program when writing code are sequence, selection, and iteration.
False
True
49
What search term should be entered on a job listing website to find that kind of job?
editor
debugger
program advisor
database manager
