Computer Science Principles Quiz

What is the main focus of Unit 1: Principles of Computer Science?

• Learning about hardware components

• Developing computational-thinking skills

• Understanding network protocols

• Studying historical computing devices

How long is the examination for this unit?

• One hour

• Two hours

• Three hours

• Four hours

What is the total number of marks for the unit?

• 50

• 70

• 90

• 100

When is the first assessment availability for this unit?

• January 2016

• May/June 2017

• September 2018

• December 2019

What is the main focus of AO1 in the assessment outcomes?

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of computing facts, terms, standards, concepts, and processes

• Apply knowledge to communicate understanding

• Select and use computing technologies

• Evaluate technologies and solutions

Which command words are associated with AO2?

• Complete, draw, give, identify, name, state

• Calculate, complete, demonstrate, describe, draw, explain, produce

• Analyse, demonstrate, discuss, produce, write

• Evaluate, produce, write

What is the mark range for AO3?

• 1 to 5 marks

• 1 to 6 marks

• 6 to 12 marks

• 6 to 10 marks

Which assessment outcome involves analyzing data and information related to computer science?

• AO1

• AO2

• AO3

• AO4

What is the purpose of AO5 in the assessment outcomes?

• Demonstrate knowledge of computing facts

• Apply knowledge to communicate understanding

• Evaluate technologies, procedures, outcomes, and solutions

• Analyse data and information

What is the process of breaking down problems and processes into distinct steps called?

• Pattern recognition

• Decomposition

• Abstraction

• Algorithm design