Computer Basics Quiz

What does CPU stand for?

• Computer Professional Unit

• Central Processing Unit

• Computer Personal Unit

• Central Performance Unit

Is the CPU often referred to as the "Brain" of the computer?

• True

• False

Is RAM where you store your work files, such as a presentation?

• True

• False

Are hard drives slower but cheaper than solid state drives?

• True

• False

Can expansion slots be used to upgrade a computer?

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a component you need to build a PC?

• CPU

• Motherboard

• BIOS

• Smartphone

What is the main purpose of RAM in a computer?

• To store the operating system

• To provide long-term storage for files and documents

• To process user inputs

• To hold data that is currently being used for quick access

What does hardware in a computer system refer to?

• The software programs used by the computer

• The physical parts of a computer system that can be touched

• The user data stored on a computer

• The electrical currents within a computer

Can hardware be both internal and external in a computer system?

• No, hardware is only internal

• No, hardware is only external

• Yes, hardware can be both internal and external

• Yes, but hardware is neither internal nor external

What does a computer system consist of?

• Hardware and users that work together to process data

• Hardware and electricity that work together to complete tasks

• Hardware and software that work together to process data or complete tasks

• Hardware and networks that work together to access the internet