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WorksheetsChapter 1 Introduction to Computer Programming
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which of the following is not basic hardware for a computer?
input
code
output
processor
What is the brain of the computer?
hard disk drive
read-only memory
random-access memory
central processing unit
A(n) __________ is a set of rules used to predict reality.
computer model
server
operating system
security analyst
Which number system is used by computers?
fractional
roman
decimal
binary
Which of the following careers is primarily involved in writing software?
programmer
security analyst
software developer
electrical engineer
How long has computer science been around?
since 1968
hundreds of years
less than 100 years
less than 25 years
ASCII stands for __________.
American Super Computer Information Interchange
All Standards Computer International Information
Almanac Standard Computer-Invested Information
American Standard Code for Information Interchange
__________ is the software in a computer.
Code
CPU
Byte
Computer Science
In the #.# naming system for software versions, what does the first number represent?
major changes have been made
date of release
minor changes have been made
number of installations allowed
What is parallel processing?
Working with the keyboard and mouse at the same time.
Multiple CPUs work separate tasks at the same time.
A. Multiple monitors display split-screen views.
A. Two CD/DVD drivers share saved data.
Which computer science career is primarily responsible for writing code?
Computer Technician
Programmer
IT Manager
Database Administrator
What is the basic set of hardware components?
Supercomputer, mainframe, server, personal computer
Input, processor, storage, output
Input, memory, storage, printer
CPU, network, monitor
How many binary digits are contained in one byte?
2
1
10
8
What are the digits used in computer code?
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
0,1
1,2
0,2
Which of the following can work computers perform?
Solve calculations that humans have written.
Create original thought.
Write the rules for the solution of a new problem.
Evaluate art.
16. A computer is a blending of the input, processor, storage, and output and _________________ that controls them.
Software
Hardware
16. The group of instructions that run a computer is _________________________.
Software
Hardware
16. The CPU is an example of _______________________.
Software
Hardware
16. Data used by a computer are ________________________.
Software
Hardware
Memory chips are _______________________.
Software
Hardware
