Fundamentals of computing_PSPP

What is the primary focus of computational thinking?

• Understanding complex problems

• Writing code in Python

• Designing hardware components

• Creating flowcharts

Which of the following is NOT a component of a computer?

• Network Unit

• Control Unit

• Output Unit

• Input Unit

What does RAM stand for?

• Read And Memory

• Random Access Memory

• Read Access Memory

• Rapid Access Memory

Which memory type is non-volatile?

• ROM

• RAM

• Cache Memory

• None of the above

What is the function of the ALU in a CPU?

• Manage input and output

• Store data temporarily

• Perform arithmetic and logical operations

• Control unit operations

What is the purpose of cache memory?

• To speed up data access for the CPU

• To store data permanently

• To manage input devices

• To provide backup storage

Which of the following is an example of an input unit?

• Monitor

• Printer

• Keyboard

• Speaker

What is the first step in identifying computational problems?

• Developing a solution statement

• Identifying that there is a problem

• Creating an algorithm

• Evaluating the problem

What does the term 'abstraction' refer to in computational thinking?

• Filtering unnecessary details

• Finding patterns in data

• Breaking down a problem into smaller parts

• Creating a detailed algorithm

Which of the following is a characteristic of secondary memory?

• Volatile storage

• Permanent storage

• Faster access than RAM

• Used for temporary data