Q41. What does ‘firmware’ refer to in computing?
a) Software that manages hardware and operating systems
b) Software that is embedded in hardware devices
c) Applications used for word processing
d) A type of computer virus
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Correct Answer: b) Software that is embedded in hardware devices
Explanation: Firmware is a specialized type of software embedded into hardware devices to control and manage their functions and operations.
Q42. Which device is used to produce a hard copy of a digital document?
a) Scanner
b) Monitor
c) Printer
d) Keyboard
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Correct Answer: c) Printer
Explanation: A printer is used to produce physical copies of digital documents and images, creating hard copies that can be physically handled.
Q43. What is the function of a computer’s storage devices?
a) To execute programs
b) To manage hardware resources
c) To store data and programs permanently
d) To display information
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Correct Answer: c) To store data and programs permanently
Explanation: Storage devices, such as hard drives and SSDs, are used to store data and programs permanently, even when the computer is turned off.
Q44. Which of the following is an example of an input device?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Scanner
d) Speaker
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Correct Answer: c) Scanner
Explanation: A scanner is an input device used to convert physical documents and images into digital formats that can be processed by a computer.
Q45. What does ‘application software’ typically NOT include?
a) Word processors
b) Web browsers
c) Operating systems
d) Games
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Correct Answer: c) Operating systems
Explanation: Operating systems are not considered application software. Application software includes programs designed for specific tasks, while operating systems manage hardware and provide a platform for running applications.
Q46. Which of the following is a primary function of the CPU?
a) Storing user data
b) Managing network connections
c) Executing instructions and processing data
d) Providing power to the computer
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Correct Answer: c) Executing instructions and processing data
Explanation: The CPU is responsible for executing instructions and processing data as per the computer’s software requirements.
Q47. What is the purpose of the ‘taskbar’ in an operating system?
a) To display a list of running programs and system notifications
b) To store files and documents
c) To manage network connections
d) To provide access to the BIOS
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Correct Answer: a) To display a list of running programs and system notifications
Explanation: The taskbar in an operating system displays running programs, system notifications, and provides quick access to various system functions.
Q48. What does the term ‘software application’ exclude?
a) Word processors
b) Operating systems
c) Spreadsheets
d) Email clients
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Correct Answer: b) Operating systems
Explanation: Software applications refer to programs designed for specific tasks. Operating systems manage the computer’s hardware and provide a platform for running applications but are not considered application software themselves.
Q49. What is the role of an operating system in a computer?
a) To execute software applications
b) To manage hardware resources and provide a user interface
c) To store user files permanently
d) To connect to external devices
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Correct Answer: b) To manage hardware resources and provide a user interface
Explanation: The operating system manages hardware resources, provides a user interface, and acts as a platform for running application software.
Q50. Which device would be used to navigate a computer’s graphical user interface (GUI)?
a) Printer
b) Scanner
c) Mouse
d) Monitor
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Correct Answer: c) Mouse
Explanation: The mouse is used to navigate and interact with the graphical user interface (GUI), allowing users to select, drag, and click on items on the screen.