Edexcel OS (2)

Which of the following is NOT a function of the operating system?

• Running applications
• Creating software programs
• Providing a user interface
• Managing hardware resources

Which of the following statements about multitasking is true?

• It gives the illusion of simultaneous execution by quickly switching tasks
• It is only possible on high-performance computers
• It allows multiple programs to run at the same time without any delay
• It requires more RAM than a single program

What does the operating system do to manage multiple programs effectively?

• It increases the RAM size
• It runs all programs at once
• It allocates CPU time to each program
• It deletes unused programs

What is the primary function of an operating system in multitasking?

• To manage hardware components
• To increase the speed of the computer
• To allocate CPU time to multiple programs
• To run only one program at a time

What is the primary function of multitasking in an operating system?

• To run multiple programs at the same time
• To switch between programs quickly
• To manage hardware resources
• To allocate more RAM to each program

How does the operating system create the perception of multitasking?

• By using a single scheduling algorithm
• By allocating more RAM to each program
• By rapidly switching between programs
• By running all programs simultaneously

What is a common misconception about multitasking in operating systems?

• The operating system can manage unlimited programs
• All programs run simultaneously without interruption
• Multitasking is only possible with high-end computers
• The CPU can only handle one task at a time

Which of the following best summarizes the process of multitasking?

• Switching between programs quickly to create the illusion of simultaneous execution
• Only one program can run at a time
• Running multiple programs at the same time without any delay
• Programs are executed in a random order

What is the main purpose of scheduling algorithms in an operating system?

• To determine the order in which programs are executed
• To manage user accounts
• To increase the speed of the computer
• To delete unnecessary files

What does a process in the ready state indicate?

• The process has completed execution
• The process is ready to execute but not currently running
• The process is waiting for resources
• The process is currently executing