Problem-Solving and Computing Quiz

1. How would you define a "Computer"?

• A device used for cooking

• A machine that only plays music

• A machine that works with information

• A tool for gardening purposes

Which components are typically used as inputs and outputs for common computing tasks?

• Inputs: Microphone, Outputs: Speaker

• Inputs: Monitor, Outputs: Keyboard

• Inputs: Monitor, Outputs: Keyboard

• Inputs: Printer, Outputs: Mouse

Which of the following best describes the Input - Output - Store – Process model of a computer?

• It focuses only on inputs and outputs

• It excludes the processing aspect

• It includes all components involved in computing

• It only considers storage components

What is the definition of "Output" in computing?

• The information a computer gets from a user

• The physical components of a computer

• The information a computer gives to a user, device, or another computer

• The storage capacity of a computer

What is a key aspect of solving a problem collaboratively?

• Working alone without any input

• Communicating and collaborating with classmates

• Ignoring suggestions from others

• Keeping all ideas to oneself

How can a solution to a problem be improved over time?

• By sticking to the initial idea without any changes

• By repetitively improving the solution

• By ignoring feedback

• By giving up easily

How many steps are typically involved in the problem-solving process?

• Two steps

• Ten steps

• Four steps

• No specific steps

What are the four steps in the problem-solving process?

What does "Processing" refer to in computing?

• The physical size of a computer

• The color of a computer

• The thinking work computers do to turn input into output

• The weight of a computer

If/then and counting are two types of processing.

• True

• False