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AICE Comp Sci Units 1-3

Total questions: 92

Worksheet time: 46mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How many bytes are in a kilobyte?

a)

1024 bytes

b)

1000 bytes

c)

2048 bytes

d)

512 bytes

2.

What is the size of a gibibyte in mebibytes?

a)

1000 mebibytes

b)

1024 mebibytes

c)

2048 mebibytes

d)

512 mebibytes

3.

Which of the following is an application of Binary Coded Decimals in electronic displays?

a)

Ensures accurate representation of decimal values

b)

Avoids accumulation of errors in financial transactions

c)

Simplifies visual display of individual digits

d)

Facilitates easier conversion with denary

4.

What is the decimal equivalent of the binary number 11101001?

a)

225

b)

233

c)

245

d)

239

5.

What is the decimal equivalent of the binary number 000111010110?

a)

470

b)

256

c)

512

d)

128

6.

Convert the decimal number 168 to binary.

a)

10101000

b)

11011000

c)

10011000

d)

11101000

7.

What is the denary equivalent of the hexadecimal number 3B?

a)

59

b)

48

c)

62

d)

71

8.

Convert the hexadecimal number 18E to its denary equivalent.

a)

398

b)

256

c)

314

d)

372

9.

What is the hexadecimal equivalent of the denary number 232?

a)

E8

b)

1A4

c)

D2

d)

F0

10.

What is the method called that represents signed binary numbers by inverting each bit of the positive number?

a)

Two's Complement

b)

Standard Binary Form

c)

Decimal Representation

d)

One's Complement

11.

In Two's Complement, how is a negative number formed?

a)

By adding 2 to the least significant bit

b)

By inverting each bit and adding 1 to the least significant bit

c)

By converting to decimal and subtracting

d)

By inverting each bit only

12.

Which method makes arithmetic operations easier for signed binary numbers?

a)

Decimal System

b)

One's Complement

c)

Two's Complement

d)

Hexadecimal System

13.

What is the 12-bit two's complement binary representation of -196?

a)

111100111100

b)

000011001100

c)

111111111111

d)

000000111100

14.

When adding the binary numbers 00111101 and 00101101, what is the result?

a)

01101010

b)

01010101

c)

11111111

d)

00000000

15.

What is the result of adding the contents of Register 1 and Register 2?

a)

01101010

b)

11111111

c)

00000000

d)

01010101

16.

What is an overflow in binary arithmetic?

a)

When the result of an addition operation exceeds the range that can be represented with the given number of bits

b)

When two binary numbers are added without a carry

c)

When a binary number is shifted to the left

d)

When a binary number is converted to decimal

17.

What is a logical shift in binary operations?

a)

Moving all numbers a certain amount of digits to the right or left

b)

Adding two binary numbers

c)

Converting binary to hexadecimal

d)

Multiplying binary numbers

18.

How many characters does ASCII consist of?

a)

128 characters

b)

256 characters

c)

64 characters

d)

512 characters

19.

What is the main limitation of ASCII?

a)

Limited to Latin alphabet

b)

Cannot represent numbers

c)

Does not support punctuation marks

d)

Limited to 256 characters

20.

What does Unicode support?

a)

Over 150 different scripts, including Latin, Greek, Cyrillic, Chinese

b)

Only Latin and Greek scripts

c)

Only numeric characters

d)

Only control characters

21.

What is the maximum number of bits per character that Unicode can use?

a)

7 bits

b)

8 bits

c)

16 bits

d)

32 bits

22.

Which character set can represent a wider range of characters?

a)

ASCII

b)

Unicode

c)

Binary

d)

Hexadecimal

23.

What is the primary language support for ASCII?

a)

French

b)

Spanish

c)

English

d)

Chinese

24.

What is the smallest unit of a bitmapped image?

a)

Byte

b)

Pixel

c)

Vector

d)

Grid

25.

Which of the following is a common image format for bitmap images?

a)

SVG

b)

JPEG

c)

HTML

d)

CSS

26.

What does image resolution refer to?

a)

The number of colors in an image

b)

The number of pixels in an image

c)

The size of the image file

d)

The brightness of the image

27.

How does higher image resolution affect bitmap image quality?

a)

It results in a blocky image

b)

It results in finer detail and clearer images

c)

It reduces the number of colors

d)

It makes the image darker

28.

What is the effect of higher color/bit depth on file size?

a)

Decreases file size

b)

Increases file size

c)

Has no effect on file size

d)

Reduces image quality

29.

What are vector graphics created using?

a)

Mathematical formulas

b)

Individual pixels

c)

Photographic techniques

d)

Chemical processes

30.

Which of the following is a popular file format for vector graphics?

a)

JPEG

b)

SVG

c)

BMP

d)

GIF

31.

What is a basic element of a vector graphic called?

a)

Pixel

b)

Drawing Object

c)

Texture

d)

Filter

32.

How do vector graphics differ from bitmap images in terms of scalability?

a)

Vector graphics have poor scalability

b)

Bitmap images can be resized without losing quality

c)

Vector graphics can be resized without losing quality

d)

Bitmap images are resolution-independent

33.

What does higher bit depth in quantization provide?

a)

Less accurate sound representation

b)

More accurate sound representation

c)

Faster sound processing

d)

Lower sound quality

34.

What is the process of converting a continuous analog sound wave into discrete digital values by measuring the amplitude of the sound wave at regular intervals called?

a)

Encoding

b)

Sampling

c)

Playback

d)

Compression

35.

Which of the following is a common digital audio format that is uncompressed?

a)

MP3

b)

FLAC

c)

WAV

d)

AAC

36.

What is the term for the number of samples taken per second during the sampling process, measured in Hertz (Hz)?

a)

Sampling Resolution

b)

Bit Depth

c)

Sampling Rate

d)

Encoding Rate

37.

If an audio message is recorded with a sampling rate of 50 kHz and a sampling resolution of 16 bits, how many samples are taken per second?

a)

16,000 samples

b)

32,000 samples

c)

50,000 samples

d)

64,000 samples

38.

What is the main characteristic of analog signals?

a)

They are discrete numerical representations.

b)

They vary continuously over time.

c)

They are stored as binary numbers.

d)

They are irreversible.

39.

What is a key feature of digital data?

a)

It is smooth and continuous.

b)

It is represented by variations in air pressure.

c)

It is obtained through sampling and quantization.

d)

It cannot be processed by digital systems.

40.

How does file size affect data accuracy?

a)

Larger file sizes decrease accuracy.

b)

Smaller file sizes increase accuracy.

c)

Higher sampling rates enhance accuracy.

d)

Lower resolutions provide finer granularity.

41.

What is a characteristic of lossy compression?

a)

It is reversible.

b)

It removes data.

c)

It results in a larger file size.

d)

It is used when no data can be lost.

42.

Which type of compression is used for efficient storage without quality loss?

a)

Lossy compression

b)

Run-Length Encoding

c)

Lossless compression

d)

Analog compression

43.

What is Run-Length Encoding (RLE) effective for?

a)

Compressing data with many unique elements

b)

Compressing data with many repeated elements

c)

Increasing file size

d)

Reducing sampling rates

44.

What is the purpose of data sharing in a computer network?

a)

To enable sharing of hardware resources

b)

To allow sharing of files, applications, and data

c)

To facilitate email, messaging, and video conferencing

d)

To support collaborative work through shared applications

45.

Which of the following is a component of computer networks?

a)

Data Sharing

b)

Communication

c)

Nodes

d)

Collaboration

46.

What is the role of routers in a network?

a)

To connect multiple devices within the same network

b)

To direct data packets between different networks

c)

To allow sharing of files, applications, and data

d)

To support collaborative work through shared applications

47.

Which device connects multiple devices within the same network using MAC addresses?

a)

Routers

b)

Nodes

c)

Switches

d)

Transmission Media

48.

What is the primary purpose of Local Area Networks (LANs)?

a)

To connect multiple cities and countries

b)

To facilitate long-distance communication

c)

To share resources among multiple users within a small geographic area

d)

To provide satellite communication services

49.

Which of the following is a characteristic of hubs used in networks?

a)

They are more complex than switches

b)

They send data to all connected devices at once

c)

They are used for long-distance communication

d)

They are primarily used for satellite connections

50.

What type of network spans a large geographic area and connects multiple smaller networks?

a)

Local Area Network (LAN)

b)

Personal Area Network (PAN)

c)

Wide Area Network (WAN)

d)

Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

51.

Which technology is often used in Wide Area Networks (WANs) to maintain connectivity across dispersed sites?

a)

Ethernet cables

b)

Hubs

c)

Satellite communications

d)

Bluetooth

52.

What is the primary geographic scope of a Local Area Network (LAN)?

a)

Spans large geographic areas, such as cities, countries, or continents

b)

Limited to a small area like a building or campus

c)

Covers an entire country

d)

Extends across multiple continents

53.

Which devices are typically used in a Local Area Network (LAN)?

a)

Routers, modems, satellite links

b)

Switches, hubs, routers

c)

Fiber optics, leased lines

d)

Cellular networks, satellite links

54.

What type of transmission media is commonly used in a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

a)

Ethernet cables and Wi-Fi

b)

Fiber optics and Ethernet cables

c)

Leased lines, fiber optics, satellite links, and cellular networks

d)

Only Wi-Fi

55.

What is the main focus of data transfer in a Local Area Network (LAN)?

a)

Long-distance communication

b)

Internal communication and resource sharing

c)

Global communication

d)

Satellite communication

56.

In a client-server model, what role do client devices typically play?

a)

Host, manage, and provide resources

b)

Request and receive services or resources

c)

Only store data

d)

Act as powerful machines

57.

Which of the following is a common use case for the client-server model?

a)

Hosting websites and web applications

b)

Only storing local files

c)

Managing local databases

d)

Running offline applications

58.

What is a major advantage of centralized management in a network?

a)

It allows for decentralized control.

b)

It ensures data consistency as all clients access the same data from the server.

c)

It eliminates the need for a central server.

d)

It increases the risk of server overload.

59.

What is a significant disadvantage of a centralized server system?

a)

It provides easy management and monitoring.

b)

It allows for direct peer-to-peer communication.

c)

It has a single point of failure, risking loss of access if the server fails.

d)

It supports blockchain transactions.

60.

In a peer-to-peer (P2P) network, what role do peers play?

a)

Peers act as a central server for all devices.

b)

Peers share resources directly with each other without a central server.

c)

Peers only receive data from a central server.

d)

Peers do not communicate directly over the network.

61.

Which of the following is a common use case for peer-to-peer networks?

a)

Centralized data management

b)

File sharing and communication services

c)

Server-based applications

d)

Single point of failure systems

62.

How do peers communicate in a P2P network?

a)

Through a central server

b)

Directly over the network

c)

By relying on a single point of failure

d)

By using a centralized management system

63.

What is a key advantage of decentralization in a network?

a)

Easier management of security policies

b)

Reduced risk of a single point of failure

c)

Increased dependency on central servers

d)

Higher maintenance costs

64.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a decentralized network?

a)

Scalability

b)

Cost efficiency

c)

Data consistency

d)

Privacy

65.

What is a characteristic of a thin client?

a)

High local storage capacity

b)

Processes tasks locally

c)

Relies on a central server for processing

d)

Operates independently of network connectivity

66.

Which feature is associated with a thick client?

a)

Minimal local storage

b)

Highly dependent on network connectivity

c)

Easier and cheaper maintenance

d)

High processing power

67.

What does network topology refer to?

a)

The speed of data transmission

b)

The arrangement of various elements in a network

c)

The type of data being transmitted

d)

The security protocols used

68.

Why is network topology important?

a)

It determines the color of network cables.

b)

It affects network efficiency, scalability, fault tolerance, and cost.

c)

It only affects the physical size of the network.

d)

It is only important for wireless networks.

69.

What is a key characteristic of a bus topology?

a)

All devices connect to a central hub.

b)

Data is broadcast to all devices on a single central cable.

c)

It is the most expensive topology.

d)

It has the highest fault tolerance.

70.

Which of the following is a benefit of star topology?

a)

High collision risk

b)

Complex installation

c)

Easy troubleshooting and maintenance

d)

High cost

71.

What is a disadvantage of bus topology?

a)

High cost of installation

b)

Vulnerability if the central cable fails

c)

Complex network management

d)

High collision risk in star topology

72.

In star topology, what role does the central hub or switch play?

a)

It connects directly to the internet.

b)

It manages data transmission and reduces data collisions.

c)

It only provides power to devices.

d)

It is used only for wireless connections.

73.

What is a key benefit of mesh topology in network design?

a)

Low cost and simplicity

b)

High reliability and redundancy

c)

Limited scalability

d)

Single path data transmission

74.

Which of the following is a characteristic of hybrid technologies in networking?

a)

Use of a single network topology

b)

Limited flexibility and scalability

c)

Combination of multiple topologies

d)

Exclusive use of star topology

75.

What advantage does cloud computing offer in terms of cost?

a)

High upfront capital investment

b)

Pay only for the resources you use

c)

Fixed resource allocation

d)

Expensive hardware requirements

76.

How does cloud computing enhance accessibility?

a)

Requires physical presence

b)

Access data only from local servers

c)

Access data and applications from anywhere with an internet connection

d)

Limited to office networks

77.

What is a key advantage of scalability in cloud computing?

a)

It requires significant upfront capital investment.

b)

It allows resources to be scaled up or down based on demand.

c)

It limits access to applications from remote locations.

d)

It increases the need for physical hardware.

78.

Which of the following is a characteristic of public clouds?

a)

Exclusive access for a single organization.

b)

Managed by the organization itself.

c)

Services are accessible to the general public.

d)

Higher levels of security and compliance.

79.

What is a disadvantage of wired networks?

a)

Faster connection, higher bandwidth.

b)

Requires physical cables.

c)

More reliable, stable connection.

d)

Less susceptible to interference.

80.

What benefit does accessibility provide in cloud computing?

a)

Reduces the need for disaster recovery options.

b)

Allows access to data and applications from anywhere with an internet connection.

c)

Increases the need for physical hardware.

d)

Limits the ability to scale resources.

81.

Which feature is associated with private clouds?

a)

Services are accessible to the general public.

b)

Users pay only for what they use.

c)

Enhanced control and privacy over data and applications.

d)

Managed by third-party providers.

82.

What is one advantage of wireless networks?

a)

Slower speeds compared to wired

b)

Mobility and convenience

c)

Higher latency

d)

Susceptible to interference

83.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of copper cables?

a)

Cost-effective

b)

Easy to install and manage

c)

Limited bandwidth compared to fiber

d)

More secure

84.

What is a characteristic of fiber optic cables?

a)

Transmits data as light signals

b)

Heavier and bulkier than fiber

c)

Shorter lifespan due to oxidation

d)

Reduced signal intensity over distance

85.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of wireless networks?

a)

Easy installation

b)

Scalable

c)

Security risks

d)

Cost-effective for large areas

86.

What is an advantage of using copper cables?

a)

Limited range

b)

More reliable, stable connection

c)

Higher latency

d)

Less stable connections

87.

What is a characteristic of embedded systems?

a)

Requires high processing power

b)

Contains firmware that is easily updated

c)

Built into a larger system

d)

Has its own operating system

88.

What does "Dedicated Function" mean in the context of embedded systems?

a)

Designed for one specific task

b)

Requires high processing power

c)

Contains firmware that is easily updated

d)

Includes a processor, memory, and I/O capability

89.

Which component is NOT included in the core components of embedded systems?

a)

Processor

b)

Memory

c)

I/O capability

d)

Operating system

90.

What is one of the pros of using specialized hardware for specific tasks?

a)

Limited Resources

b)

Cost-Effectiveness

c)

Scalability Issues

d)

Debugging Challenges

91.

Which of the following is a con of using embedded systems?

a)

Efficiency

b)

Low Power Consumption

c)

Difficulty in Updates

d)

Size and Portability

92.

How do 3D printers create objects?

a)

By removing material layer by layer

b)

By adding material layer by layer

c)

By compressing material into shape

d)

By melting material into molds