Computer Fundamentals Quiz

Arnav is using his computer to complete his homework. What is the primary function of a computer?

• Storing data

• Processing data

• Input data

• Displaying data

Avani is studying the history of computers in her class. Her teacher asks, "Which generation of computers is based on vacuum tubes?"

• Fourth Generation

• Second Generation

• Third Generation

• First Generation

Kavya is trying to understand what type of software helps establish communication between hardware components in her computer. Can you help her?

• Firmware

• System Software

• Utility Software

• Application Software

Aarav is trying to choose a computer for his studies. Which of the following is an example of a microcomputer that he could use?

• Workstation

• Supercomputer

• Mainframe Computer

• Laptop

Aashi is learning about computer architecture in her class. During a discussion, her teacher asks the students what ALU stands for in computer architecture. What should Aashi answer?

• Analog Logic Unit

• Arithmetic Linear Unit

• Arithmetic Logic Unit

• Analog Linear Unit

Anika is working on a project that requires a lot of calculations. What is the main advantage of using a computer for her project?

• Is easy to break

• Requires no power

• Can perform tasks at high speed

• Is always accurate

During a computer science class, Viaan and Kavya were discussing the capabilities of computers. Kavya mentioned that computers can think independently, while Viaan argued that they can perform tasks with high accuracy. What do you think is a characteristic of computers?

• They can think independently

• They can perform tasks with high accuracy

• They require constant human supervision

• They are always portable

In a classroom, Aisha is trying to understand how the Control Unit in a computer works. What is the function of the Control Unit in a computer?

• Input data

• Store data

• Control all computer functions

• Perform arithmetic operations

Sneha is trying to understand which type of memory is volatile while studying for her computer science exam. Can you help her?

• ROM

• Flash Memory

• Hard Disk

• RAM

Aarav is working on a project that requires him to run simulations for climate modeling. What is a supercomputer primarily used for?

• Personal tasks

• Complex calculations and data processing

• Gaming

• Basic word processing