Exploring Arduino Basics

What is Arduino?

• Arduino is an open-source electronics platform for building interactive projects.

• Arduino is a brand of computer hardware.

• Arduino is a programming language for web development.

• Arduino is a type of microcontroller.

Name one common component of an Arduino kit.

• Arduino board

• Resistor

• LED light

• Breadboard

What programming language is primarily used with Arduino?

• C/C++

• Python

• Java

• JavaScript

What does the Arduino IDE stand for?

• Arduino Integrated Design Environment

• Arduino Interactive Development Environment

• Arduino Integrated Development Environment

• Arduino Internet Development Environment

What is the purpose of a breadboard?

• The purpose of a breadboard is to prototype electronic circuits.

• To measure electrical resistance in circuits.

• To store bread and other food items.

• To serve as a decorative piece in electronics labs.

What is a resistor used for in an Arduino project?

• To increase voltage for sensors.

• To store energy for later use.

• To amplify signals in circuits.

• To limit current and protect components.

What is the function of the Arduino's power jack?

• The function of the Arduino's power jack is to provide an external power source to the board.

• To serve as a data input port for sensors.

• To act as a communication interface with other devices.

• To connect the Arduino to a computer for programming.

How do you upload a program to an Arduino board?

• Use a USB drive to transfer the program directly to the Arduino without a computer.

• Connect the Arduino to your computer, select the board and port in the Arduino IDE, then click 'Upload'.

• Connect the Arduino to your phone and use a mobile app to upload the program.

• Upload the program by sending it via email to the Arduino board.

What is a sensor in the context of Arduino?

• A sensor is a device that detects physical properties and converts them into signals for the Arduino.

• A sensor is a software program that runs on the Arduino.

• A sensor is a type of microcontroller used in Arduino projects.

• A sensor is a power source for the Arduino board.

What does PWM stand for in Arduino programming?

• Pulse Width Measurement

• Pulse Width Modulation

• Power Width Modulation

• Pulse Wave Modulation