WorksheetsComputer Hardware Quiz
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
In a multitasking environment, which CPU feature ensures correct coordination between multiple cores?
Instruction Fetch
Synchronization
Logic Operations
Storage Access
Which term refers to the physical parts of a computer that can be touched?
Software
Hardware
Firmware
Application
Which type of hardware is used to store data permanently?
RAM
SSD
Cache
CPU
Which is NOT considered external hardware?
Keyboard
Monitor
Motherboard
Printer
Which input hardware is used for scanning barcodes?
OCR
MICR
Barcode Reader
Trackball
Which device produces hard copies of processed data?
Monitor
Printer
Projector
Speaker
Which communication hardware allows wireless internet connection?
NIC
Bluetooth adapter
Wi-Fi adapter
Both B and C
Which device is used to display processed output visually?
Monitor
Printer
Keyboard
Scanner
Which processing hardware is responsible for executing instructions?
GPU
PSU
CPU
Motherboard
You are designing a small office network. You need devices to connect to the internet wirelessly, share files, and print documents. Which three types of hardware are essential?
Wi-Fi adapter, storage device, printer
Monitor, printer, keyboard
NIC, microphone, webcam
RAM, SSD, CPU
Which hardware manages and directs the operations of other components?
Motherboard
PSU
CPU
RAM
Which storage device uses laser technology to read and write data?
SSD
HDD
Optical disc (e.g., DVD)
USB Flash Drive
Which output device projects images onto a larger screen?
Monitor
Projector
Printer
Speaker
What is the main circuit board inside the computer that connects all components?
CPU
Motherboard
PSU
GPU
Which motherboard component connects the processor to the rest of the system?
Chipset
Power connector
Audio port
RAM slot
Which port on the motherboard is used to connect storage devices like HDDs or SSDs?
USB
HDMI
Serial ATA (SATA)
Ethernet
The BIOS/UEFI is responsible for:
Displaying graphics
Initializing and testing hardware during boot-up
Connecting to the internet
Printing documents
What does the PSU do?
Processes instructions
Converts AC power to DC power for the computer
Stores data permanently
Connects hardware components
Which type of PSU reduces cable clutter and improves airflow?
Non-modular
Semi-modular
Modular
Standard ATX
Which PSU type is commonly used in desktop computers?
EPS
SFX
ATX Standard
UPS
You are upgrading a gaming PC with a high-end GPU that requires additional power connectors. Which PSU features should you check before buying?
Number of USB ports and fan speed
Wattage capacity and available PCIe power connectors
Motherboard form factor
Optical drive compatibility
Which type of hardware is used to store data permanently?
RAM
SSD
Cache
CPU
Which is NOT an example of application software?
Microsoft Excel
Adobe Photoshop
Mozilla Firefox
BIOS/UEFI
A student edits a video on a laptop while browsing the internet and listening to music. Which characteristic is most important here?
Reliability
Multitasking
Automation
Accuracy
Which combination represents the correct order of the basic computer process cycle?
Process → Input → Output → Storage
Input → Storage → Processing → Output → Control
Output → Control → Processing → Input
Storage → Output → Input → Control
