Computer Basics Quiz

What is a computer?

• A device used only for playing games

• A machine that can perform complex mathematical operations

• An electronic device that accepts data, process and store data and produce results

• A tool for storing and retrieving only text files

What is the primary function of a computer?

• To store data

• To process data and produce information

• To print documents

• To play music

The Input, Processing, and Output cycle in a computer is often referred to as the _____.

• Data management cycle

• Information cycle

• Data processing cycle/ IPO Cycle

• Computational process

Which of the following is an example of an input device?

• Monitor

• Keyboard

• Printer

• Speakers

What part of the computer is responsible for processing data?

• RAM

• CPU

• Hard drive

• Power supply

In the IPO cycle, what does the processing stage involve?

• Data input and validation

• Data processing and transformation

• Data output and presentation

• Data storage and retrieval

Which device is considered an output device?

• Mouse

• Scanner

• Monitor

• Microphone

What component of a computer temporarily stores data that is being processed?

• Hard Drive

• RAM (Random Access Memory)

• USB

• Power Supply

In which part of the computer is data permanently stored?

• RAM

• CPU

• Hard Drive

• Cache Memory

What does IPO stand for in computing?

• Input, Process, Output

• Information, Program, Output

• Input, Product, Operation

• Instructions, Processing, Operations