What was the defining aspect of the fifth generation of computers?

High-level programming languages

How were the letters and symbols arranged on the first typewriter?

Each letter and symbol was on a separate type bar actuated by separate lever keys.

The machine only typed capital letters.

Two letters, upper- and lower-case, were placed on each type bar.

The letters were arranged in alphabetical order.

What was the purpose of the "QWERTY" keyboard layout?

To reduce jams caused by lengthy key reaches.

to hinder the operator's speed.

To accommodate the placement of function keys.

What were the letters commonly found in the English language placed on in the more efficient key arrangement?

The right-hand side of the keyboard

What did the electric typewriter require to activate a key?

Holding the key for a few seconds

What did the term "keyboarding" come about as?

The entry of computers into the market

The development of the first typewriter

The modification of the QWERTY layout

What types of keys are included in the alphanumeric keys on a keyboard?

Letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols

Control keys, function keys, navigation keys, and numeric keypad

Tab, enter, backspace, and scroll

Capitals lock, control, and windows

How are the function keys on a keyboard labeled?

F1, F2, F3, and so on up to F12

Arrow keys, Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down

What do the indicators on a keyboard represent?

Caps lock, scroll lock, and num lock

What is anthropometry

The study of human body measurements

The application of scientific principles to optimize human well-being and system performance

The measurement of human individuals

The understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system

The application of scientific principles to optimize human well-being and system performance

The study of human body measurements

The measurement of human individuals

The understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system

What are the benefits of maintaining a good ergonomic sitting posture?

Easier breathing and healthier joints

Improved appearance and reduced tension

Better concentration and good digestion

Prevent back pain and improve muscle tone

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What is the main function of a computer?

Collect information

Store information

Process information

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Which device was invented by the Chinese around 4000 years ago?

Abacus

Napier's Bone

Pascaline

Stepped Reckoner

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What was the first machine to calculate using the decimal point system?

Abacus

Napier's Bone

Pascaline

Stepped Reckoner

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Who invented the Pascaline?

John Napier

Biaise Pascal

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz

Charles Babbage

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What was the Pascaline?

A wooden rack with metal rods and beads

A manually operated calculating apparatus

The first mechanical and automated calculator

A digital mechanical calculator

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Who improved Pascal's invention and created the stepped reckoner?

John Napier

Biaise Pascal

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz

Charles Babbage

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Who invented the Tabulating Machine?

John Napier

Biaise Pascal

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz

Herman Hollerith

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Basic Keyboarding Prelim Exam

What is the main function of a computer?

Which device was invented by the Chinese around 4000 years ago?

What was the first machine to calculate using the decimal point system?

Who invented the Pascaline?

What was the Pascaline?

Who improved Pascal's invention and created the stepped reckoner?

Who invented the Tabulating Machine?

What was the Tabulating Machine used for?

Who introduced the Differential Analyzer?

What was the Differential Analyzer made up of?

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