WorksheetsBeamer Computing Essentials 1
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 9mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which step is part of the computing cycle?
a)
Import
b)
Storage
c)
Software
d)
Data
2.
Which is one of the reasons people did not have home computers before the 1970s?
a)
Most computers were too large and expensive for home use.
b)
Most people thought computers were a passing fad and would go away.
c)
There were no reasons to have a home computer.
d)
People didn't want to learn about computers.
3.
Which activity is a common use for computers in the workplace?
a)
Storing employee and customer information
b)
Video gaming
c)
Watching live television
d)
Completing homework assignments
4.
Which of the following is a part of a computer system?
a)
Input
b)
Storage
c)
Data
d)
Cables
5.
Which of the following is NOT a peripheral?
a)
Monitor
b)
Tablet
c)
Mouse
d)
Printer
6.
Which term describes the collection of physical equipment within a computer system?
a)
User
b)
Hardware
c)
Software
d)
Data
7.
Which step is part of the computing cycle?
a)
Import
b)
Output
c)
Software
d)
Data
8.
Which step is NOT part of the computing cycle?
a)
Data
b)
Processing
c)
Storage
d)
Input
9.
Which computer type is the most expensive?
a)
Mainframe computer
b)
Supercomputer
c)
Microcomputer
d)
Notebook computer
10.
Richard works for the US Department of Labor in the data collection department. What kind of computer is the US Department of Labor most likely using?
a)
Microcomputer
b)
Mainframe
c)
Tablet
d)
Macrocomputer
11.
Which type of computer is commonly used to quickly process multiple transactions?
a)
Microprocessor
b)
Supercomputer
c)
Mainframe computer
d)
Microcomputer
12.
Rosalie wants to help her boss find the right kind of computer for a new employee. What type of computer is she most likely to suggest?
a)
Server
b)
Tablet
c)
Mainframe
d)
Microcomputer
13.
Which type of computer is often carried in a backpack, briefcase, or purse?
a)
Microcomputer
b)
Macrocomputer
c)
Tablet
d)
Mainframe
14.
Which is NOT a computer function?
a)
Input
b)
Output
c)
Process
d)
Function
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