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WorksheetsExploring Careers in Computing
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which of the following is a common programming language used in the development of web applications?
COBOL
JavaScript
Assembly
Fortran
What is the main purpose of a hackathon?
To memorise programming languages
To collaboratively build projects in a short time
To revise for exams
To play video games competitively
Which of the following is a popular version control system used in the computing industry?
Git
Excel
PowerPoint
Notepad
Which career involves designing the look and feel of websites and applications?
Network Engineer
Data Scientist
UX/UI Designer
Database Administrator
What is the primary function of an Integrated Development Environment (IDE)?
To browse the internet
To write, test, and debug code
To create spreadsheets
To edit photos
Which of the following is NOT typically a role at a hackathon?
Project Manager
Chef
Developer
Designer
Which of these tools is commonly used for collaborative coding and code review?
GitHub
Paint
WordPad
Solitaire
Which of the following is a key skill for a Cyber Security Analyst?
Knowledge of encryption techniques
Ability to draw cartoons
Cooking skills
Driving a lorry
What is the main advantage of using cloud computing in industry?
It increases the weight of computers
It allows access to resources from anywhere
It makes computers run slower
It reduces the need for electricity
Which of the following is a widely used database management system?
MySQL
Photoshop
Illustrator
GarageBand
Which programming language is known for its use in data science and machine learning?
Python
Pascal
BASIC
HTML
What is the typical duration of a hackathon event?
1 hour
24 to 48 hours
2 weeks
3 months
Which of the following is a common task for a Software Tester?
Writing code for new features
Identifying and reporting bugs
Designing company logos
Managing payroll
Which tool is often used for project management in software development teams?
Trello
Paint 3D
VLC Media Player
Minesweeper
Which of the following equations represents the area of a circle, where r is the radius in metres?
A=2πr
A=πr2
A=21πr2
A=πd
