CS Discoveries Unit 1 Test

Which of the following is the BEST description of a computer?

• A machine that works with information to help people with thinking tasks

• A machine with a screen and a keyboard

• A machine that can connect to the Internet

• A machine that uses electricity (from a cable or battery)

What is the first step in the problem-solving process where you determine the problem you are trying to solve?

• Define

• Prepare

• Try

• Reflect

What is the definition of processing?

• The thinking work that computers do to turn input into output.

• What elements will be stored in your app.

• The information that computers give to users.

• The information that computers get from users.

What is the third step in the problem-solving process where you put your plan into action?

• Define

• Prepare

• Try

• Reflect

What is an example of an output device?

• Mouse

• Microphone

• Speakers

• DVD

Your team was unsuccessful in stacking the cups. You are discussing what could have been done better. Which part of the problem-solving process are you working on?

• Try

• Reflect

• Prepare

• Define

Which word refers to saving information for future use?

• input

• output

• storage

• processing

Your team is discussing the best way to stack your cups and writing down your plan. Which part of the problem-solving process are you working on?

• Try

• Reflect

• Prepare

• Define

The information that computers get from users, devices, or other computers is called?

• Input

• Output

• Storage

• Processing

What is an example of an input device?

• keyboard

• speakers

• monitor

• DVD