WorksheetsModule 6 - Computer Hardware: Input and Output
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the primary function of input hardware?
Translate information into a human-readable form
Translate data into a form the computer can process
Display processed information
Store data for future use
Which of the following is NOT a type of input hardware?
Scanner
Printer
Keyboard
Mouse
What type of keyboard is most commonly used?
Dvorak
QWERTY
AZERTY
Colemak
Which device is considered a pointing device?
Scanner
Keyboard
Mouse
Printer
What technology does an optical mouse use?
Laser beams
Mechanical gears
Infrared signals
Radio waves
What is the purpose of a barcode reader?
To scan images
To translate bar code symbols into digital code
To recognize handwriting
To capture audio input
Which of the following is a characteristic of RFID tags?
They require a keyboard for input
They can be read without a direct line of sight
They must be powered by batteries
They are only used for barcodes
What does MICR stand for?
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition
Machine Input Character Recognition
Magnetic Input Character Reader
Machine Ink Character Reader
Which type of printer uses heat to transfer ink onto paper?
Thermal printer
Dot matrix printer
Inkjet printer
Laser printer
What is the main advantage of multi-function printers?
They take up more space
They are faster than traditional printers
They are cheaper than single-function printers
They can print in color
What is softcopy output?
Tangible printed output
Data shown on a display screen
Output that can be touched
Output that is stored on paper
Which of the following is a characteristic of a digital pen?
It requires special paper
It uses a ball to move
It is a traditional ink pen
It cannot capture images
What is the purpose of a sound board in a computer?
To convert digital sound to analog
To store images
To convert analog sound to digital
To enhance video output
What does the term 'ergonomics' refer to?
The study of computer hardware
The design of comfortable workspaces
The technology behind input devices
The process of data entry
What is the primary function of a scanner?
To print documents
To convert physical documents into digital format
To store data
To display images
Which of the following is a feature of a touchscreen?
It requires a mouse to operate
It can detect multiple touch points
It is only used for gaming
It cannot display images
What type of device is used to capture images from physical documents?
Scanner
Monitor
Printer
Projector
Which of the following is a common use for a graphics tablet?
To type text
To create digital artwork
To print documents
To scan barcodes
What is the main function of a webcam?
To print photos
To capture video and images
To scan documents
To enhance audio quality
What is the primary function of a graphics card?
To enhance audio output
To process and render images and videos
To store data
To connect to the internet
