Quiz no 1

What are the main components of a computer system?

• Input, output, software

• CPU, RAM, motherboard

• Hardware, software, peripherals

• Input, output, CPU

Which component of a computer is responsible for executing instructions and performing

• RAM

• CPU

• Motherboard

• Input devices

What type of software controls the overall operation of a computer and provides a platform for running applications?

• Application software

• System software

• Peripherals software

• Utility software

Which of the following is an example of an output device?

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• Monitor

• Scanner

The motherboard is:

• The main circuit board of the computer

• A storage device

• A hardware component responsible for audio output

• A software application

What is the purpose of cache memory in a computer?

• To store data permanently

• To store frequently accessed data for faster access

• To execute instructions

• To manage the CPU clock speed

Which hardware component is responsible for storing permanent data that cannot be modified by the user

• RAM

• Cache memory

• CPU

• ROM

Which level of the computer memory hierarchy provides the fastest access time but has the smallest capacity?

• Secondary memory

• Cache memory

• Virtual memory

• RAM (Random Access Memory)

What is the primary purpose of the memory hierarchy in a computer system?

• To provide large storage capacity

• To reduce power consumption

• To improve overall system performance

• To facilitate data communication between devices

What is the primary function of the control unit in a computer's central processing unit (CPU)?

• Performing arithmetic operations

• Executing application software

• Managing input/output devices

• Coordinating and controlling the CPU operations