Printer Types and Technologies (Intermediate)

What type of printer uses a ribbon and print head with pins to form characters on paper?

• Inkjet

• Laser

• Dot matrix

• Bubble Jet

Which printer type uses toner powder and a drum to produce prints?

• Inkjet

• Laser

• Thermal

• Dot matrix

Which of these printers is most commonly used for office printing due to its speed and efficiency?

• Inkjet

• Dot matrix

• Laser

• Thermal

What is the main advantage of an inkjet printer?

• Can print in high-quality colour

• Uses ribbons for printing

• Is completely silent when printing

• Uses a rotating wheel for character printing

What type of printer is commonly used for receipts in shops and restaurants?

• Inkjet

• Thermal

• Laser

• Dot matrix

Which printer technology uses heat to transfer ink onto paper?

• Dot matrix

• Thermal

• Laser

• Inkjet

What type of printer uses liquid ink sprayed through nozzles?

• Inkjet

• Laser

• Dot matrix

• Thermal

Why do ink tank printers last longer without replacing ink?

• They use cartridges

• They use solid ink

• They refill themselves automatically

• They have large, refillable ink reservoirs

What is the main disadvantage of a laser printer?

• High initial cost

• Slow printing speed

• Low-quality print

• Only prints in black and white

What does a sublimation printer use to create high-quality images?

• Laser toner

• Heat and special dye

• Ink ribbons

• A rotating wheel