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WorksheetsUnderstanding Computer Hardware Basics
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the primary function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer?
To store data permanently
To execute instructions and process data
To provide power to the computer
To display graphics on the screen
Which component of a computer is responsible for storing data temporarily while the computer is running?
Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Solid State Drive (SSD)
Random Access Memory (RAM)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
What is the main purpose of a motherboard in a computer system?
To connect and allow communication between various components
To provide a backup power supply
To store large amounts of data
To cool down the CPU
Which of the following is an example of an input device?
Monitor
Printer
Keyboard
Speaker
What unit is used to measure the speed of a CPU?
Hertz (Hz)
Bytes (B)
Watts (W)
Pixels (P)
Which type of storage device uses magnetic disks to store data?
Solid State Drive (SSD)
Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
USB Flash Drive
Optical Disc
What is the function of a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)?
To manage network connections
To process and render images and videos
To store data permanently
To provide audio output
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Solid State Drive (SSD)?
Uses spinning disks to read/write data
Has no moving parts and is faster than HDDs
Requires regular defragmentation
Is typically larger in physical size than HDDs
What is the role of a power supply unit (PSU) in a computer?
To convert AC power to DC power for the computer
To increase the speed of the CPU
To store data temporarily
To provide internet connectivity
Which component is primarily responsible for cooling the CPU?
Heat sink and fan
Power supply unit
Motherboard
RAM
What is the typical unit of measurement for RAM capacity?
Hertz (Hz)
Gigabytes (GB)
Watts (W)
Pixels (P)
Which of the following is an example of an output device?
Mouse
Scanner
Monitor
Microphone
What is the primary function of a network interface card (NIC)?
To connect a computer to a network
To increase the computer's processing speed
To store data permanently
To provide audio output
Which of the following is a non-volatile storage device?
RAM
Cache
SSD
CPU
What is the purpose of a computer's BIOS?
To manage the computer's power supply
To perform the initial hardware checks and load the operating system
To provide a graphical user interface
To store user data
