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Understanding Computer Hardware

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main function of the CPU?

a)

The main function of the CPU is to execute instructions and process data.

b)

To provide power to the computer

c)

To manage network connections

d)

To store data permanently

2.

Which component is responsible for storing data temporarily?

a)

CPU

b)

Hard Drive

c)

RAM

d)

Motherboard

3.

What does RAM stand for?

a)

Read Access Memory

b)

Rapid Access Module

c)

Random Allocation Memory

d)

Random Access Memory

4.

What is the purpose of a motherboard?

a)

To provide power to the CPU only.

b)

To store all the data in a computer.

c)

To act as a cooling system for the computer.

d)

The purpose of a motherboard is to connect and allow communication between all computer components.

5.

Which device is used to input data into a computer?

a)

Mouse

b)

Printer

c)

Scanner

d)

Keyboard

6.

What type of storage is a hard drive?

a)

Non-volatile storage device

b)

Volatile storage device

c)

Cloud storage service

d)

Optical storage medium

7.

What is the function of a power supply unit?

a)

The function of a power supply unit is to convert and supply electrical power to computer components.

b)

To manage the software applications.

c)

To store data for the computer.

d)

To cool down the computer components.

8.

Which component is responsible for rendering graphics?

a)

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

b)

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

c)

Random Access Memory (RAM)

d)

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

9.

What does GPU stand for?

a)

Graphical Performance Unit

b)

Graphics Production Unit

c)

General Processing Unit

d)

Graphics Processing Unit

10.

What is the role of a cooling system in a computer?

a)

To improve the battery life of the computer.

b)

To increase the storage capacity of the computer.

c)

The role of a cooling system in a computer is to prevent overheating by dissipating heat from components.

d)

To enhance the graphics performance of the computer.