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WorksheetsFirst Summative Test in Computer systems Servicing
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
Which chemical hazard is commonly present when cleaning electronic components?
Ammonia fumes from cleaning solutions
Carbon dioxide from fire extinguishers
Chlorine gas from water spills
Helium from compressed air cans
What is the potential hazard of using damaged extension cords in a computer laboratory?
Reduced network speed
Increased risk of tripping only
Overheating and fire risk
Slower charging of devices
Which is the best preventive measure against static electricity hazard when handling computer components?
Using metal tools directly on the motherboard
Wearing an anti-static wrist strap
Keeping components near magnets
Using plastic gloves
What is the safest way to clean internal components like fans or heat sinks?
Water and sponge
Compressed air
Dry cloth
Vacuum cleaner
What type of device is a printer?
Input
Output
Storage
Processing
Identify the input devices from the list below:
Mouse
Keyboard
Monitor
Webcam
Which of the following is NOT a peripheral device?
supply
External hard drive
Scanner
Microphone
Which of the following can serve as both input and output devices?
Projector
Touchscreen
Microphone
Keyboard
Which of these is not an internal device?
RAM
SSD
Monitor
Graphics card
Which of the following is the first step when disassembling a computer system unit?
remove the RAM
disconnect the power supply
unscrew the motherboard
remove the hard drive
When installing a CPU on a motherboard, which precaution is most important?
ensure the CPU fan is removed before installation
align the CPU pins correctly with the socket
apply maximum force to lock it into place
install it before applying thermal paste
What is the primary use of the software Rufus?
create bootable USB drives
install antivirus software
compress files
back up data
Which option in Rufus allows you to perform a quick format of the USB drive?
Full Recovery
Disk Optimization
Quick Format
Sector Check
Which type of drive can Rufus be used to create bootable media for?
only USB flash drives
external hard drives and USB flash drives
CD/DVD drives
only external SSDs
When formatting a USB drive in Rufus, what MINIMUM size should be used when using 3.97gb windows 10?
4gb
8gb
16gb
8mb
Which operating systems can Rufus be used to create bootable USB drives for?
Only Windows
Only Linux
Windows and MacOS
Windows, Linux, and other operating
Which of the following is a requirement before using Rufus to create a bootable USB drive?
hard disk drive
valid ISO file of the operating system
an antivirus software installed on the USB
Wi-Fi connection
What key is commonly pressed to enter the BIOS setup during startup?
F12
F8
F2
F10
Which of the following is NOT a common setting you can configure in BIOS?
Boot sequence
System date and time
Display brightness
Processor settings
If the display is blank but the computer seems to be running, which component is most likely the issue?
Hard Drive
Power Supply
Graphics Card
CPU
What must be done to a hard drive before it can be used as the main storage for an operating system?
Defragment the drive
Format the drive
Compress the drive
Encrypt the drive
What does "rebooting" a computer mean?
Installing new software
Restarting the computer
Formatting the hard drive
Shutting down the system permanently
What is the most common symptom of a failing power supply?
Slow performance
No power
Unusual noises
Frequent freezing
If a computer frequently overheats, which of the following might be the cause?
Failing CPU
Overused RAM
Dusty fans or improper cooling
Malfunctioning keyboard
Which tool is commonly used to test the functionality of a power supply unit (PSU)?
Multimeter
Screwdriver
Memtest86
GPU tester
What is the final step after assembling a computer system unit to confirm that all steps were successful?
Close the case and store the computer
Power on the system and test all components
Install additional RAM
Reformat the hard drive
Which component is most likely to be replaced if a computer is frequently crashing and showing a blue screen (BSOD)?
Graphics Card
CPU
RAM
Power Supply
What is the first device typically selected in the boot sequence for clean OS installation?
Hard drive
USB or DVD drive
Network adapter
RAM
Which component stores the BIOS settings even when the computer is powered off?
Hard drive
CMOS battery
RAM
Power supply
What is the first thing you should do before disassembling a computer?
remove the CPU
disconnect from power
touch the motherboard
update the BIOS
What happens when the "Boot Order" is incorrectly set?
computer will boot faster
computer may fail to start
operating system will be updated
BIOS settings will reset automatically
Which file system is commonly used when formatting a hard drive for Windows?
FAT32
HFS+
NTFS
EXT4
What is the purpose of a bootable USB drive created using Rufus?
update drivers
install or repair an operating system
play media files
store documents
When formatting a hard drive during installation, which of the following is completely erased?
only the operating system files
only the program files
all files and data on the drive
only personal documents and media files
When might you need to access the BIOS?
when you want to check your email
to change the boot order for OS installation
when installing a printer
to use an external storage device
During the installation of office productivity software, the installer shows an error: "Insufficient disk space." What is the most efficient solution?
delete unused files or uninstall unnecessary applications
replace the motherboard
install a new antivirus program
restart the computer and try again
What is the primary purpose of application software in a computer system?
manage the hardware resources of the system
enable users to perform specific tasks such as word processing or photo editing
control the startup process of the computer
clean and maintain hardware components
A computer lab technician must choose between two applications: one is free and open source but less user-friendly, and the other is paid with better support and ease of use. What should be the MAIN factor to consider in decision-making?
number of available USB ports
user requirements, budget, and long-term support needs
color of the application's logo
size of the installation CD
Which part of the computer should you watch closely during a stress test?
Monitor
CPU
Keyboard
Mouse
What is the MAIN purpose of a stress test on a computer?
clean the screen
check how the computer works under heavy use
play games
change the wallpaper
Which of the following is NOT an example of application software?
Microsoft Word
Adobe Photoshop
Linux Kernel
AutoCAD
Which tool is commonly used to perform a stress test on computer memory (RAM)?
Task Manager
MemTest86
Disk Defragmenter
BIOS setup
During a stress test, the system automatically shuts down after reaching a high temperature. What does this indicate?
operating system needs reinstallation
cooling system might be inadequate or malfunctioning
hard disk is too small
stress test failed to run correctly
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when conducting a stress test on a system?
Monitoring system temperature during the test
Running the test in a controlled environment
Ignoring system warnings and alerts during the test
Documenting test results for future reference
Before you begin assembling a computer, what is the most important safety precaution you should do to avoid damaging sensitive components?
wear gloves while holding the motherboard
use an anti-static wrist strap to ground yourself
place all parts on a wooden table
wash your hands with soap and water
While disassembling a computer for repair, which tool is least likely to be required?
Phillips screwdriver
Anti-static wrist strap
Needle-nose pliers
Soldering iron
While removing a hard drive during disassembly, what is the proper way to handle it?
Hold it by the circuit board to avoid dropping it
Hold it firmly on the sides without touching the connectors
Place it directly on a metal surface for convenience
Pull it out forcefully if it is tightly secured
While assembling the computers, you notice that the power supply unit (PSU) has fewer connectors than needed for the motherboard and other components. What is the best solution to complete the assembly without risking hardware damage?
Use splitters to force connections for all components
Replace the PSU with one that meets the required wattage and connectors
Connect only the essential components and leave others unpowered
Attempt to modify the PSU cables manually to add more connectors
You are tasked to disassemble a computer for troubleshooting. To ensure accurate reassembly, which advanced technique is most effective?
Memorize the position of each screw and component as you remove them
Group screws randomly in a single container for easy access
Take step-by-step photos or label cables and screws during disassembly
Focus only on removing parts quickly to save time
Before creating a bootable USB, what should you do first to avoid losing data?
rename the USB drive
back up important files from the USB
install antivirus software
increase USB storage size
While making a bootable flash drive, which step ensures that the USB can properly boot and install the operating system on target computers?
copy the operating system installer files directly to the USB without formatting it
format the USB to NTFS or FAT32, then use a bootable tool (Rufus) to write the OS image
rename the USB drive to 'BOOT' and paste all OS files manually
compress the OS installer into a ZIP file before transferring it to the USB
While setting up Rufus, you need to choose the correct partition scheme for modern computers that support UEFI. What should you select?
MBR for BIOS or UEFI-CSM
GPT for UEFI
NTFS with quick format
FAT32 for legacy mode
After making the bootable USB, the target PC does not detect it during boot. Which two actions are the most effective first steps to troubleshoot?
reformat the USB and try again
check BIOS boot order and enable USB boot
replace the computer's hard drive
verify that the USB creation tool successfully wrote the boot sector
Before starting the installation, which step is essential to ensure the computer can detect the installation media?
Change the screen resolution
Set the boot order in BIOS to prioritize USB or DVD drive
Install antivirus first
Enable Wi-Fi on the motherboard
During installation, which partition is typically created to store the operating system files?
Recovery partition
System reserved partition
Primary partition
Extended partition
After successfully installing Windows 10, the display resolution looks incorrect, and some hardware isn't functioning. What should you do first?
Change the monitor
Install the correct device drivers
Increase screen brightness
Reinstall Windows immediately
Your supervisor wants Windows 10 installed alongside Linux (dual boot). What must you do during installation to avoid overwriting Linux?
Format the entire hard drive and install Windows
Select the Linux partition for Windows installation
Create or select a separate partition for Windows
Install Windows first, then Linux
After installing Windows 10, the system fails to boot and shows a 'Missing boot device' error. Which two steps are the most effective first actions?
Check if the hard drive is properly connected
Reinstall Windows without checking BIOS
Ensure the boot order includes the installed hard drive
Replace the motherboard immediately
What is the primary function of the motherboard in a computer system?
Connect all components and allow communication between them
Control the display output
Store data permanently
Provide power to the CPU only
Which of the following is a common symptom of a failing hard drive?
Unusual clicking or grinding noises
All of the above
Frequent system crashes
Increased boot time
