Grade 10 - Computing concepts

Why is accurate data collection important for decision-making?

• It ensures decisions are based on reliable information.
• It complicates the decision-making process.
• It is not important at all.
• It helps in making random guesses.

What is the relationship between data and information?

• Information can exist without data.
• Information is simply a collection of data.
• Data is always more valuable than information.
• Data must be processed to become useful information.

What is the main difference between data and information?

• Data is processed, while information is raw.
• Data is raw material, while information is processed data.
• Data is more important than information.
• Data is always in text form, while information can be any format.

Which stage of the information-processing cycle involves receiving instructions?

• Output
• Processing
• Input
• Storage

Which of the following best describes software?

• The physical components of a computer
• The storage capacity of a computer
• Instructions that tell the computer what to do
• Devices that connect to the internet

How do multi-purpose devices differ from dedicated devices?

• Multi-purpose devices can run multiple applications, while dedicated devices can only run one.
• Dedicated devices are more powerful than multi-purpose devices.
• Multi-purpose devices are always portable, while dedicated devices are not.
• Dedicated devices can run multiple applications at once.

Why might someone choose a dedicated device over a multi-purpose device?

• Dedicated devices are always cheaper.
• Dedicated devices are designed for specific tasks and can perform them more efficiently.
• Dedicated devices are more portable than multi-purpose devices.
• Dedicated devices can run multiple applications at once.

What is one disadvantage of using multi-purpose devices compared to dedicated devices?

• Multi-purpose devices have less storage capacity.
• Dedicated devices are always portable.
• Multi-purpose devices can only perform one task.
• Multi-purpose devices are usually more expensive.

Which of the following is an example of a multi-purpose device?

• A microwave oven
• A digital clock
• A mainframe computer
• A calculator

What is a key characteristic that distinguishes laptops from tablets?

• Laptops are always larger than tablets.
• Laptops have a physical keyboard, while tablets primarily use touch screens.
• Laptops cannot connect to the internet.
• Laptops are less portable than tablets.