Which choice correctly matches a computer part with its main function?

Mouse—stores files permanently

Which statement best explains the difference between RAM and a storage drive?

RAM stores data temporarily, while a storage drive keeps files for later use.

RAM prints documents, while a storage drive displays pictures.

RAM is used only for sound, while a storage drive is used only for typing.

RAM connects to the internet, while a storage drive controls the mouse.

A student wants to make a presentation that includes typed words, photographs, and recorded narration. Which set of devices would be most useful?

Keyboard, scanner, and microphone

Printer, mouse, and speakers only

Monitor, printer, and system fan

Webcam, printer, and power cable only

A computer turns on, but it becomes very slow when several programs are open. The student closes some programs, but the computer is still slow. Which upgrade would most likely help, and why?

Add more RAM because it helps the computer manage more active programs.

Add a printer because it increases the computer’s processing speed.

Replace the monitor because it controls how quickly programs run.

Add speakers because sound devices improve memory capacity.

A student cannot save a large video project because the computer reports that there is not enough space. The monitor, keyboard, and mouse work correctly. What should the student investigate first, and what evidence supports this choice?

The storage drive, because it keeps files and may be full.

The speakers, because sound devices store video projects.

The keyboard, because typing devices control available storage.

The monitor, because screens determine how many files can be saved.

A computer will not start after being moved to another room. The power light is off, and the monitor is also off. What should be checked first in a logical troubleshooting plan?

Whether the power cables are connected and the outlet works

Whether the keyboard has clean keys

Whether the speakers have the correct volume

A student must choose between two computers for schoolwork. Computer X has a faster processor but very little storage. Computer Y has a slightly slower processor but much more storage. The student regularly creates and saves large video projects. Which computer is the better choice, and why?

Computer Y, because its larger storage capacity better matches the student’s needs

Computer X, because a faster processor always provides more storage

Computer X, because processors are used to print video projects

Computer Y, because storage determines the monitor’s brightness

A student’s monitor shows a picture, but the computer does not respond when the student clicks icons. The mouse light is off. What is the best troubleshooting action?

Check the mouse connection or replace its batteries, depending on the mouse type.

Replace the monitor because it controls clicking.

Add paper to the printer because printers control the pointer.

Turn up the speaker volume because sound controls mouse actions.

A school wants a computer setup for an online class. Students need to see the teacher, hear the lesson, speak to the class, and type answers. Which plan includes the necessary parts?

Monitor, speakers, microphone, and keyboard

Printer, scanner, speakers, and power cable only

Keyboard, printer, scanner, and storage drive only

Monitor, printer, mouse, and system fan only

the brain of the computer, processes all data

storage for all software and files on the computer

supplies and regulates electrical current to all of the components

stores all the data on a computer

is the brain of the computer; executes all programs

the physical components making up a computer system

written programs that operate a computer system and that are stored on the hard drive.

screws, nuts and bolts that hold the components

all of the files that you save on a computer

Which of the following statements is false?

Software is tangible (meaning that you can touch it).

Hardware depends mostly on software.

Without hardware, software wouldn’t run at all.

Hardware includes monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of a computer is often called the “brain” of the computer?

Monitor

CPU

Keyboard

Printer

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which device is used to type letters and numbers into a computer?

Keyboard

Monitor

Speaker

Scanner

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which computer part displays text, pictures, and videos?

Mouse

RAM

Monitor

Microphone

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which device is commonly used to move the pointer and select items on the screen?

Printer

Mouse

Speaker

Webcam

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does RAM temporarily store while programs are running?

Sound from speakers

Printed pages

Data and instructions currently in use

Pictures shown on the monitor

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which device produces a paper copy of a document?

Scanner

Printer

Keyboard

Webcam

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of software controls the computer’s basic operations and allows other programs to run?

Operating system

Drawing tool

Calculator

Video file

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Computer Basics Review-2

Which part of a computer is often called the “brain” of the computer?

Which device is used to type letters and numbers into a computer?

Which computer part displays text, pictures, and videos?

Which device is commonly used to move the pointer and select items on the screen?

What does RAM temporarily store while programs are running?

Which device produces a paper copy of a document?

Which type of software controls the computer’s basic operations and allows other programs to run?

A student needs to enter a paragraph into a document. Which computer part should the student use?

A student wants to listen to music without using headphones. Which device should be connected to the computer?

Which choice correctly matches a computer part with its main function?

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