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Quiz on Applications and Apps

Total questions: 28

Worksheet time: 14mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is a key characteristic of applications as compared to apps?

a)

Applications are small and lightweight.

b)

Applications are designed to be used on touch screen devices.

c)

Applications require a fair amount of system resources and perform a wide range of functions.

d)

Applications are primarily used in web browsers.

2.

What is the primary consideration when selecting an application program for a task?

a)

The cost of the program

b)

The popularity of the program

c)

The appropriateness of the program for the task at hand

d)

The size of the program

3.

What is a common characteristic of many application programs?

a)

They are all free to use

b)

They share a number of features

c)

They are designed for the same tasks

d)

They are all created by the same company

4.

What is the primary function of word processing applications?

a)

To create, edit, save, format, and print documents

b)

To design complex databases

c)

To develop software applications

d)

To manage network connections

5.

What is one of the primary uses of spreadsheets in application programs?

a)

Writing essays and reports

b)

Performing calculations and analyzing data

c)

Designing websites

d)

Editing photos

6.

Why are spreadsheets considered a good choice for tracking numbers and analyzing trends?

a)

They allow for photo editing

b)

They are primarily used for creating presentations

c)

They help in sorting, finding, and filtering information

d)

They are used for writing code

7.

Which of the following is NOT typically created using graphic design and image editing applications?

a)

Page layouts

b)

Logos

c)

Database tables

d)

Posters

8.

Which of the following is an example of a task performed using graphic design and image editing applications?

a)

Creating a logo for a company

b)

Writing a research paper

c)

Calculating financial projections

d)

Organizing customer data

9.

What does WYSIWYG stand for in web development?

a)

What You See Is What You Get

b)

What You Say Is What You Gain

c)

What You See Is What You Give

d)

What You Share Is What You Gain

10.

Which of the following is a function of video editing software?

a)

Manipulate video images

b)

Create spreadsheets

c)

Write code for applications

d)

Design 3D models

11.

Which of the following tasks requires the use of special effects in video editing?

a)

Adding a title to a video

b)

Changing the color tone of a video

c)

Rearranging the order of clips

d)

Trimming video segments

12.

What is one of the primary purposes of presentation application programs?

a)

To create databases

b)

To create slide shows

c)

To write code

d)

To edit videos

13.

Which of the following is NOT true about web apps?

a)

They run on the World Wide Web.

b)

They are platform-independent.

c)

They require installation on a device.

d)

They are accessed through cloud accounts.

14.

What is the final step in obtaining a local app?

a)

Open the Detail page

b)

Click Install

c)

Find app

d)

Check app ratings

15.

What information is displayed on the Detail page of the app in the example?

a)

App reviews, ratings, and download count

b)

App developer details only

c)

App installation instructions only

d)

App price and subscription details

16.

Which type of program is designed to be used on touch screen devices such as a tablet?

a)

Application programs

b)

Apps

c)

System software

d)

Utility programs

17.

What is a productivity program dedicated to?

a)

Producing information

b)

Keeping track of files or folders

c)

Recording the amount of time you spend online

d)

Tracking items you search for

18.

What do some users refer to web apps as?

a)

Shareware

b)

Add-ware

c)

Software as a Service

d)

Freeware

19.

How can you access special content or unlock certain features in an app?

a)

Make an in-app purchase.

b)

Buy the full version of the app in the app store.

c)

Download a cheat sheet from another user.

d)

Purchase the special content from the vendor’s website.

20.

Which of the following is true of locally-installed software?

a)

It is installed and runs directly on your device.

b)

It is streamed to your device whenever you use it.

c)

It is hosted in the cloud.

d)

It is automatically updated.

21.

Which of the following defines what you can do with the software you have purchased?

a)

An End User License Agreement (EULA).

b)

The Software Assurance Agreement Services (SAAS) regulation.

c)

The Windows Registry.

d)

The Fair Use Act.

22.

Which of the following items can you send in a Skype instant message?

a)

You can send all of these items via Skype.

b)

Document files and images.

c)

Video messages.

d)

Contact cards and Mojis.

23.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using a touch screen keyboard?

a)

It becomes uncomfortable after a period of time.

b)

It does not include symbols.

c)

It does not include numbers.

d)

All of these are disadvantages of using a touch screen keyboard.

24.

Which piece of smartphone hardware identifies a GSM phone to its carrier network?

a)

The lock screen

b)

The widget

c)

The SIM card

d)

The infrared transmitter

25.

Which of the following is an example of a global setting on a Windows system?

a)

Desktop background picture

b)

Screen resolution

c)

Accent color

d)

Screen saver

26.

Kelly has several documents open on her laptop, and is working concurrently in each one. She is about to leave for several hours to attend an off-site social function, but will return to her documents later in the day. Which option below would save the most power and still ensure that she can pick up right where she left off?

a)

Hibernating the laptop

b)

Putting the laptop to sleep

c)

Shutting down the laptop

d)

Displaying the lock screen

27.

What is the function of the Start button in Windows?

a)

To access the Control Panel

b)

To navigate the Windows Desktop

c)

To open the Start menu for accessing programs and settings

d)

To update the operating system

28.

What is the purpose of operating system updates?

a)

To add new user accounts

b)

To improve system performance and security

c)

To access the Control Panel

d)

To navigate the Windows Desktop