REVISION4

What are data?

• Alphabetic characters

• Processed facts

• Raw facts

• Meaningful information

Which of the following is an example of numeric data?

• 07/01/2019

• 0 - 9

• A-Z

• Ussm12

What is information?

• Data processing

• Data gathering

• Processed data

• Raw material

What is the purpose of the input stage in data processing?

• To enter data for processing

• To process data

• To store data

• To gather data

Where are processed data stored?

• Main memory

• Secondary memory

• RAM

• ROM

Which device is used for output in data processing?

• Keyboard

• Scanner

• Monitor

• Mouse

What is an advantage of using a computer for data processing?

• Increased Accuracy

• Slow Access to Information

• Inefficient Storage facilities

• Inability to handle Repetitive Tasks

What is the main function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer?

• Storage

• Processing data

• Output

• Input

Which type of memory is known as primary or internal memory?

• Main memory

• RAM

• ROM

• Secondary memory

What is the importance of fast access to information in data processing?

• Saves time

• Reduces efficiency

• Increases errors

• Causes delays