WJEC 1.1.2 Applications Software Quiz

What type of software will the local car dealership use to store details about their cars and customers?

• Word processing software

• Database software

• Graphic design software

• Presentation software

Which of the following information will the car dealership need to store in their database software?

• Registration, Make, Model, Year registered, MOT, Tax, Price, Mileage

• Name, Address, Phone number, Email

• Color, Engine type, Fuel type, Transmission

• Insurance details, Warranty, Service history

Identify one reason why the use of information handling software will help the car dealership.

• It can store very large numbers of records efficiently.

• It can create complex animations.

• It can design marketing brochures.

• It can edit video files.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using information handling software for the car dealership?

• It is very quick and easy to find information.

• It’s possible to add new data and edit or delete old data quicker.

• It can create 3D models of cars.

• More than one person can access the same database at the same time.

What is one advantage of using information handling software over paper files?

• It takes up more physical space.

• It is harder to find information.

• Security may be better.

• It cannot be accessed by multiple users.

What is the purpose of e-mail?

• To send physical letters

• To send formatted text and images electronically

• To make phone calls

• To browse the internet

Which protocol is used for video calls in communications software?

• HTTP

• FTP

• VoIP

• SMTP

Identify one advantage of using e-mail.

• E-mails are sent and received quickly

• E-mails are expensive to send

• E-mails are difficult to learn

• E-mails cannot include attachments

Identify one disadvantage of using e-mail.

• E-mails are always delivered

• Both must have an e-mail account to exchange information

• E-mails are always secure

• E-mails are never marked as spam

Why would businesses use e-mail as a method of digital communication?

• To keep in contact with colleagues and set up meetings

• To send physical mail

• To make video calls

• To browse the internet