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WorksheetsFINAL EXAMINATION: Living in the IT Era (2nd Sem. 2025-2026)
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 2hrs 40mins
What category of resources includes tangible assets such as buildings, equipment, and raw materials?
Intellectual Resources
Conceptual Resources
Physical Resources
Informational Resources
What type of resource is characterized by its intangibility and existence in the realm of ideas and knowledge?
Physical resource
Conceptual resource
Intellectual property
Information resource
What is meant by "expandable information" as a resource?
Information that cannot be further elaborated
Information that is fixed and unchangeable
Information that can be expanded with additional details and context
Information that is limited to a specific audience
What does "compressible information" refer to as a resource?
Information that is difficult to understand
Information that can be condensed or reduced in size without losing its essential meaning
Information that is lengthy and detailed
Information that is only accessible through a specific platform
How can technology support the concept of transportable information?
By enabling the easy transfer and sharing of information through digital platforms
By creating barriers to sharing information
By limiting access to information
By avoiding the use of digital media
What is a key consideration when managing transportable information resources in a professional setting?
Restricting access to information to a select group
Limiting the use of real-world examples
Avoiding any form of documentation
Ensuring that information is easily transferable and shareable as needed
What is information diffusive in the context of information as a resource?
Accurate and verified information shared among colleagues
False or unverified information spread informally among individuals
Official corporate announcements and press releases
Legal and confidential information
What is meant by "sharable information" in the context of information resources?
Information that cannot be shared due to confidentiality
Information that is difficult to understand
Information that can be easily distributed or exchanged with others
Information that is static and unchangeable
Why is information considered a valuable asset in various contexts, such as business, education, and research?
Because it is always static and unchanging
Because it can be easily restricted and controlled
Because it is inherently unimportant
Because it provides insights, knowledge, and a competitive edge
In the context of information value, what does the term "accuracy" refer to?
Information that is intentionally altered for security reasons
Information that is always subjective and open to interpretation
Information that is restricted and not accessible to everyone
Information that is free from errors and represents the true state of affairs
How does relevance contribute to the value of information in decision-making?
By limiting access to information
By ensuring information is always static and unchangeable
By providing information that is directly related to the decision at hand
By avoiding the dissemination of information
Why is completeness considered an important characteristic of valuable information?
To limit access to information
To provide a full and comprehensive picture without missing critical details
To ensure information is always concise and brief
To restrict the dissemination of information beyond its original source
Why is flexibility considered an essential characteristic of valuable information?
To limit access to information
To ensure information is always static and unchangeable
To provide information that can be adapted and used for different needs
To prevent the dissemination of information
Why might simplicity be considered an important characteristic of valuable information?
To limit access to information
To ensure information is always static and unchangeable
To prevent the dissemination of information
To provide information that is clear and easy to comprehend for a wider audience
Why might timely information be particularly crucial in industries that experience rapid changes and evolving market conditions?
Timely information allows organizations to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and make informed decisions
Timely information is not crucial in dynamic industries
Rapid changes in industries require static and unchangeable information
Timely information limits the adaptability of organizations in dynamic markets
What characterizes "verifiable information" in the context of data and information?
Information that is always static and unchangeable
Information that is intentionally altered for security reasons
Information that can be confirmed and validated through reliable sources or evidence
Information that is restricted and not accessible to everyone
Why is security considered an important characteristic of valuable information?
To limit access to information
To ensure information is always subjective and open to interpretation
To protect sensitive data from unauthorized access and maintain the integrity of information
To prevent the dissemination of information
Why is the concept of zero marginal cost of information considered significant in the digital age?
To limit access to information for specific individuals
To ensure information is always static and unchangeable
To prevent the dissemination of information
To acknowledge the reduced cost of duplicating and distributing digital information
What term is commonly used to describe the ability of information to be used simultaneously by many individuals without diminishing its value or quantity?
Zero marginal cost
Non-rivalrous
Non-exclusive
No transparency
If a piece of information is non-exclusive, what does this imply about its accessibility?
Limited access to a few individuals.
Open access to anyone without restriction.
Exclusive access to the owner.
Accessible only through a paid subscription.
Why might a consumer find it challenging to evaluate an experience good before purchasing it?
Because experience goods are always low in quality.
Because the price is too high.
Because the value is uncertain until the consumer tries it.
Because experience goods are only available in limited quantities.
Which strategy aims to provide consumers with a firsthand experience of a new product without requiring a financial commitment?
Testimonials
Promotional pricing
Free samples
Limited edition releases
Why do marketers use strategies such as free samples, promotional pricing, and testimonials for new products?
To keep the product exclusive.
To create scarcity.
To encourage consumers to try the product and experience its value.
To reduce the quality of the product.
What term is used to describe the strategy of offering consumers a concise, informative preview of information to help them make decisions before committing to it?
Browsing previous
Branding
Reputation
Exclusivity
Which statement best describes the relationship between branding and consumer trust in information economics?
Branding has no impact on consumer trust.
A strong brand can contribute to building consumer trust.
Consumer trust is solely dependent on product features.
Branding is irrelevant in information economics.
In information economics, what does the term "reputation" refer to?
The price of a product or service
The historical record of a brand's behavior and performance
The quantity of information available
The exclusivity of a product
How do players typically acquire virtual goods in game apps?
By winning tournaments
By purchasing them with in-game currency or real money
By completing tutorials
By reaching a certain level of experience
What role do social media platforms play in information overload?
They limit the diversity of information available
They reduce the speed of information dissemination
They contribute to information overload by continuously generating content
They encourage users to disconnect from online information
Mr. Gomez recently found out his email was hacked and said that the hacker has been sending spam emails to all his contacts. Which of the following regulations needs to be enforced in this issue?
Content control
Defamation control
Privacy control
Copyright control
Ms. Angela has a blog which she updates with photos and videos of her day-to-day activities. She recently received a personal message demanding that the pictures of a certain images she took in an art museum be removed from her site. Which of the following regulations did she not follow?
Content control
Defamation control
Privacy control
Copyright control
Mrs. Cruz recently subscribe to a cable TV provider and bought a smart TV along with it. Her smart TV gives her the capability to record shows she might miss every now and then. Which control issue could be found in this case?
Convergence
Scale
Volume
Unprecedented individual empowerment
Ms. Andrea is an active Facebook user. She recently posted a picture of herself with her friends getting drunk during a party. Her boss saw it on her profile and said it was very unprofessional and asked her to take it down, She did, but her friends uploaded the same picture and tagged her, making her picture still appear on her profile. Which control issue is shown in this case?
Convergence
Scale
Volume
Unprecedented individual empowerment
Alex purchases a counterfeit software CD from a street vendor. What type of piracy does this represent?
End-user piracy
Software piracy
Online piracy
Media piracy
Mark, a musician, discovers that another artist is using his original song in a commercial without obtaining permission. Which intellectual property right is being violated?
Trademarks
Copyright
Patents
Trade secrets
Emma develops a unique formula for a beauty product that gives it a competitive edge in the market. To maintain the confidentiality of her formula, what type of intellectual property right should Emma utilize?
Trademarks
Copyright
Patents
Trade secrets
Jake invents a groundbreaking technology that enhances the functionality of electronic devices. To safeguard his invention, what type of intellectual property right is most appropriate for Jake?
Trademarks
Copyright
Patents
Trade secrets
Alex starts a small business and creates a distinctive logo to represent his brand. What type of intellectual property right can help Alex protect his logo?
Trademarks
Copyright
Patents
Trade secrets
Sarah, a writer, publishes a series of novels. What automatically protects Sarah's intellectual property rights in her written works?
Trademark law
Copyright law
Patent law
Trade secret law
Alex is in negotiations with a manufacturing company to produce a new product design. What document should Alex use to ensure that the manufacturing process remains confidential?
Licensing agreement
Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
Trademark
Copyright
Mark sells counterfeit copies of a well-known brand's products, falsely claiming they are genuine. What type of intellectual property rights violation is Mark involved in?
Trademark infringement
Patent violation
Copyright infringement
Trade secret violation
Sarah, a graphic designer, copies a logo design from an online source without obtaining permission or giving credit. What type of intellectual property rights violation is Sarah committing?
Trademark infringement
Patent violation
Copyright infringement
Trade secret violation
What is the primary objective of IT Support Management?
Developing new software applications
Ensuring the security of physical office spaces
Providing technical assistance and resolving IT-related issues for users
Managing financial investments in information technology infrastructure
Apple's Siri is an example of which method of automation?
IT Support Management
Smart Machines
Process Automation
Automated Assistant
What is the main purpose of process automation?
Creating manual workflows for tasks
Reducing the need for human intervention in routine tasks
Increasing the complexity of organizational processes
Implementing traditional methods for task management
Which statement best describes automation?
Manual execution of tasks without any technological intervention
The elimination of all jobs, leading to unemployment
The process of streamlining tasks using machines or technology to minimize human intervention
A system solely reliant on human labor without any technological assistance
What are the 2 major trend that seen in the industry sector?
Automation and the application on Internet of Things
Online banking and E-learning
Security and Privacy
E-commerce and E-health
What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?
To create computer games
To prevent software installation
To protect systems and data from digital attacks
To speed up internet connections
What type of attack involves overwhelming a system with illegitimate traffic?
Phishing
Trojan
DDoS
Keylogging
Which of the following is NOT a common objective of a cyberattack?
Stealing sensitive information
Enhancing system performance
Disrupting services
Damaging software or hardware
Which scam uses emotional manipulation to trick victims into sending money?
Phishing
Love scam
Botnet attack
Firewall breach
What do we call a weakness in a system that can be exploited by attackers to cause harm?
Virus
Patch
Firewall
Vulnerability
Which of the following is an example of a physical security weakness?
Using outdated software
Weak password
Human error
Leaving devices in unsecured locations
Which of the following best describes phishing?
Using strong encryption
Physically damaging a device
Sending fake messages to steal personal info
Overloading a system with traffic
Why are software updates important for cybersecurity?
They add more storage
They improve graphics
They fix known vulnerabilities
They speed up processors
What does a firewall do?
Encrypt data
Detect viruses
Monitor and control network traffic
Manage software update
What is the primary function of antivirus software?
Repair hardware
Scan and remove malicious software
Monitor keyboard activity
Create backups
What are the characteristics of a strong password?
Short and easy to remember
Based on birthdays or names
Reused across accounts
Complex and unique
How does HTTPS help protect your data online?
Protects offline backups
Secures data during transmission
Encrypts external hard drives
Uses biometrics to log in
What does the term "cloud" primarily refer to in the context of computing?
A physical storage device
A network or the Internet
A type of software
A hardware component
Which of the following is an example of cloud computing?
Using a USB drive to store files
Accessing applications online
Installing software on a local computer
Connecting to a printer with a cable
Mobile computing enables users to transmit data without which of the following?
Using a power source
Using any device
Using a physical link or cables
Using applications
Which of the following is an example of a system that uses automation?
Manual filing systems
Handwritten invoices
Biometric timekeeping systems
Typewriters
Which of the following is a common example of AI and machine learning in everyday use?
Filing cabinets
Navigation apps
Landline telephones
Postal services
How is AI face recognition being used?
To control traffic lights
To help with missing people reports
To sort mail
To predict the weather
What can AI systems in the medical field anticipate?
Traffic patterns
Stock market trends
Outcome of treatment
Customer preferences
What does Virtual Reality (VR) involve?
Enhancing real-world objects with digital information
Projecting images onto a physical surface
Creating two-dimensional images
Using computer modeling and simulation to interact with an artificial environment
Which of the following is an example of a VR input device?
Headset
3D audio
ProiVR’s sensors
Sensing gloves
What is the purpose of VR output devices?
To help users navigate VR environments
To display VR content with a 360-surround effect
To track user movements
To process data
What is Augmented Reality (AR)?
A completely virtual environment
A technology that replaces physical objects with digital ones
A system for creating 3D models
A combination of a real scene and a computer-generated virtual scene
Which of the following is an example of Augmented Reality?
Mobile Legend
Pokémon Go
Call of Duty
Super Mario
How is Augmented Reality being used in retail?
To manage inventory
To let customers, test products
To track employee hours
To process transactions
What is blockchain?
A type of computer virus
A method of data compression
A wireless communication protocol
A system of recording information that is difficult to change
Blockchain technology is often associated with which of the following?
Social media platforms
Cryptocurrencies
Search engines
Operating systems
What is 5G designed to connect?
Only people
Only machines and devices
Only objects
Virtually everyone and everything, including machines, objects, and devices
What is a major concern in the industry sector with the use of computer systems at work?
High electricity bills
Employee training
System security and integrity
Availability of gadgets
Which type of malware is a stand-alone program that replicates itself?
Virus
Trojan
Worm
Ransomware
What type of malware appears useful to trick users into installing it?
Worm
Trojan
Spyware
Virus
Which malware type restricts access to your files and demands payment?
Spyware
Virus
Worm
Ransomware
What is the main purpose of adware in business?
Encrypt files
Display advertisements
Destroy data
Increase processing speed
What challenge in education is related to adjusting from traditional to online classes?
Technical issues
Adaptability struggle
Time management
Internet cost
What is a common problem students face in e-learning related to slow internet?
Time management
Technical issues
Motivation
Adaptability
Which malware gathers information about a person or organization without consent?
Ransomware
Virus
Spyware
Worm
What skill is lacking when students struggle to use programs like MS Word?
Technical support
Internet skills
Computer literacy
Adaptability
What is essential for overcoming challenges in e-learning?
High grades
Parental support
Self-motivation
Social media use
What do ad-supported programs typically do?
Speed up the system
Offer free upgrades
Collect marketing data
Disable malware
How do retailers like Lazada track your preferences?
Face recognition
Adware
Cookies
Payment history
What major concern arose in healthcare with digital patient records?
Cost of computers
Lack of doctors
Data security and confidentiality
Communication delays
What method do Trojans use to trick users?
Pop-up ads
Sudden crashes
Appearing as useful programs
Slowing the network
What often causes students to give up in e-learning?
Too many exams
Strict grading
Lack of motivation and tech difficulties
No group works
Which of the following is an application of cloud computing?
Microsoft Excel (offline)
WordPad
Paint
What does mobile computing allow users to do?
Use cable wires for connection
Transmit data wirelessly
Disconnect from the internet
Connect using only desktops
Which IT trend uses machines to complete tasks without human assistance?
Cloud computing
Mobile computing
Automation
Blockchain
Which technology simulates human intelligence?
Virtual reality
Mobile computing
Artificial intelligence
Augmented reality
Which is a challenge in education with online learning?
More vacations
Lack of homework
Monitoring and management
Shorter class hours
How does Artificial Intelligence (AI) help in criminal investigations?
By catching hackers
By limiting data use
By tracking phone calls
By identifying individuals through facial recognition
What is a result of poor adaptability in e-learning?
Motivation increases
Time is better managed
Students struggle to adjust
Grades improve
Which type of sensor is primarily used to measure the heat or thermal energy of an environment or object?
Ultrasonic sensor
Temperature sensor
Proximity sensor
Pressure sensor
A touch sensor activates when it detects which of the following?
Infrared light
Physical contact or pressure
Sound vibrations
Gas particles
Which sensor is designed to identify how close an object is, without requiring physical contact?
Temperature sensor
Touch sensor
Proximity sensor
Smoke/Gas sensor
Which sensor detects the presence of harmful gases or smoke in the environment?
Ultrasonic sensor
Smoke/Gas sensor
Proximity sensor
Level sensor
