Computer Hardware Quiz

What does CPU stand for?

• Computer Processing Unit

• Central Power Unit

• Control Processing Unit

• Central Processing Unit

Which component of a computer is responsible for executing instructions?

• CPU

• RAM

• GPU

• Motherboard

What is the primary function of RAM in a computer?

• To store data and instructions currently being used by the CPU.

• To display images on the screen.

• To cool down the CPU.

• To provide power to the computer.

Which type of memory is volatile and temporary?

• Cache

• ROM

• RAM

• Hard Drive

What is the purpose of a hard drive in a computer?

• Data storage and retrieval

• Running software programs

• Displaying images

• Processing data

Which component of a computer stores data even when the power is turned off?

• Graphics processing unit (GPU)

• Central processing unit (CPU)

• Hard disk drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD)

• Random-access memory (RAM)

What is the main circuit board of a computer called?

• motherboard

• RAM

• processor

• hard drive

Which component of a computer is responsible for processing and rendering graphics?

• CPU

• RAM

• Motherboard

• GPU

What is the purpose of a graphics card in a computer?

• The purpose of a graphics card in a computer is to improve the speed of the internet connection.

• The purpose of a graphics card in a computer is to store and retrieve data from the hard drive.

• The purpose of a graphics card in a computer is to control the temperature of the CPU.

• The purpose of a graphics card in a computer is to render and display graphics on a monitor.

Which component of a computer connects all other components together?

• motherboard

• RAM

• processor

• hard drive