Computer Science Quiz

What is a computer program?

• A type of hardware component

• A set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task

• A device used to input data

• A tool for managing storage

Which part of the computer is responsible for executing program instructions?

• Main Memory

• Secondary Storage

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Input Devices

What is the main purpose of main memory?

• To store data permanently

• To perform arithmetic calculations

• To store data temporarily while programs are running

• To manage input and output devices

What is an example of a secondary storage device?

• RAM

• CPU

• Hard Drive

• Keyboard

Which of the following is a volatile type of memory?

• Secondary Storage

• Main Memory (RAM)

• Hard Drive

• Flash Drive

Which component coordinates the activities of all other parts of the computer?

• Arithmetic & Logic Unit

• Control Unit

• Input Device

• Output Device

What kind of language is machine language?

• High-level language

• Low-level language

• Assembly language

• Scripting language

Which of the following is a characteristic of high-level programming languages?

• They use binary code directly.

• They are closer to human language.

• They are only used for system-level programming.

• They are harder to debug.

What is an Integrated Development Environment (IDE)?

• A software that combines tools for writing, compiling, and debugging programs

• A hardware component for running applications

• A type of input device

• A programming language

Which of the following is an example of application software?

• Operating system

• Utility programs

• Word processing software

• Software development tools