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Y11 Quiz 1: Software

Authored by Emer Elizabeth Doherty Doherty

Computers

11th Grade

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Y11 Quiz 1: Software
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is the main function of an operating system?

To provide a graphical user interface
To run applications
To manage hardware and software resources
To connect to the internet

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of system software?

Microsoft Word
Google Chrome
Photoshop

Windows 10

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is the difference between system software and application software?

System software is used to create applications

Application software manages computer hardware

System software is installed on servers, while application software is installed on personal computers

Application software is used to perform specific tasks, while system software manages the computer as a whole

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of interrupts in computer systems?

Interrupts are signals sent by external devices to the processor
Interrupts are used to boost the speed of the processor
Interrupts are used to increase the memory of the computer
Interrupts are used to enhance the graphics of the computer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following examples demonstrates the use of interrupts?

Using a loop to continuously check for user input
Using a system call to stop a running process

Using a signal to pause a running process

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

How does an interrupt occur in a computer system?

By pressing a specific key on the keyboard

When a hardware device sends a signal to the processor

When the operating system encounters a bug

By opening a specific application

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What happens when an interrupt occurs in a computer system?

The operating system stops working

The processor ignores the interrupt

The computer switches to a higher priority task

The operating system transfers control to a specific interrupt handler routine

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