Exploring Programming and Electronics

What is the primary purpose of the Arduino IDE?

• To design hardware components for Arduino boards.

• To manage project budgets for Arduino development.

• To create 3D models for Arduino projects.

• To write, compile, and upload code to Arduino boards.

Name two programming languages commonly used for embedded systems.

• Python

• Java

• Ruby

• C, C++

What is the function of the ESP8266 Wi-Fi module?

• To enhance the battery life of electronic devices.

• To serve as a microcontroller for robotics projects.

• The function of the ESP8266 Wi-Fi module is to enable wireless internet connectivity for devices.

• To provide Bluetooth connectivity for devices.

List one advantage of using Raspberry Pi over Arduino.

• Raspberry Pi has a simpler programming language.

• Raspberry Pi can run a full operating system.

• Raspberry Pi is cheaper than Arduino.

• Raspberry Pi is more energy-efficient than Arduino.

What type of sensor would you use to measure temperature?

• Thermocouple or thermistor

• Motion sensor

• Light sensor

• Pressure sensor

How do you connect a push button to an Arduino board?

• Connect both terminals of the push button to the same digital pin.

• Connect one terminal of the push button to a digital pin and the other to ground.

• Connect one terminal of the push button to a power source and the other to a digital pin.

• Connect the push button directly to the analog pins without any resistors.

What is the role of a light intensity sensor in a project?

• To provide power to electronic devices.

• To increase the brightness of lights in a room.

• The role of a light intensity sensor is to measure ambient light levels for automation and control in various applications.

• To detect motion in a given area.

Describe how an ultrasonic distance sensor works.

• It measures distance using infrared light and reflects it back.

• It calculates distance based on the temperature of the air.

• It uses laser beams to determine the distance to an object.

• An ultrasonic distance sensor works by emitting sound waves and measuring the time taken for the echo to return, allowing it to calculate distance.

What operating system is commonly used with Raspberry Pi?

• Raspberry Pi OS

• Windows 10

• Ubuntu

• macOS

What is the purpose of using actuators in a project?

• To provide a visual display of data.

• To store electrical energy for later use.

• The purpose of using actuators is to convert electrical signals into physical motion.

• To measure temperature in a system.