Q41. What is the purpose of the ‘Close’ button in a window?
a) To exit the current application or window
b) To minimize the window to the taskbar
c) To open a new window
d) To maximize the window
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Correct Answer: a) To exit the current application or window
Explanation: The ‘Close’ button (usually marked with an ‘X’) exits or closes the current application or window. This action terminates the program or removes the window from view.
Q42. What does ‘Alt + F4’ do in a Windows environment?
a) Closes the current window or application
b) Opens the file menu
c) Opens the task manager
d) Refreshes the current page
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Correct Answer: a) Closes the current window or application
Explanation: Pressing Alt + F4 closes the active window or application. This keyboard shortcut provides a quick way to exit programs or windows without using the mouse.
Q43. Which key combination is commonly used to refresh the current page in a web browser?
a) F5
b) Ctrl + P
c) Alt + Tab
d) Ctrl + F
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Correct Answer: a) F5
Explanation: The F5 key is commonly used to refresh the current page in a web browser. It reloads the page, updating the content to reflect any recent changes or updates.
Q44. What is the function of the ‘Print Screen’ key on a keyboard?
a) Captures an image of the current screen
b) Opens the print dialog box
c) Copies the selected text
d) Closes the active window
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Correct Answer: a) Captures an image of the current screen
Explanation: The Print Screen key captures a screenshot of the entire screen or active window, depending on additional key combinations (e.g., Alt + Print Screen). This screenshot can be pasted into an image editor or document.
Q45. How do you typically navigate to different directories in a file manager?
a) By double-clicking on folder icons
b) By pressing the ‘Tab’ key
c) By using the ‘Ctrl + X’ shortcut
d) By opening the Start menu
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Correct Answer: a) By double-clicking on folder icons
Explanation: To navigate to different directories in a file manager, users typically double-click on folder icons. This action opens the selected folder, allowing users to view its contents and navigate further.
Q46. What does ‘Drag and Drop’ allow users to do?
a) Move or copy items by dragging them from one location to another
b) Open a new file
c) Minimize all windows
d) Refresh the desktop
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Correct Answer: a) Move or copy items by dragging them from one location to another
Explanation: ‘Drag and Drop’ enables users to move or copy items, such as files or folders, by clicking and holding the mouse button, dragging the item to a new location, and releasing the button.
Q47. What is a common use for the ‘Page Down’ key?
a) Scrolls down one page or screen in a document
b) Moves the cursor up one line
c) Opens the document properties
d) Saves the document
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Correct Answer: a) Scrolls down one page or screen in a document
Explanation: The Page Down key scrolls down one page or screen in a document, making it easier to navigate through large documents or web pages without using the scroll bar.
Q48. What does ‘Ctrl + S’ do in most applications?
a) Saves the current document or file
b) Opens a new window
c) Copies the selected text
d) Pastes the copied content
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Correct Answer: a) Saves the current document or file
Explanation: Pressing Ctrl + S saves the current document or file, ensuring that recent changes are stored. It is a common shortcut used to prevent data loss during editing.
Q49. Which of the following is NOT a common user interface element?
a) Menu bar
b) Status bar
c) Task manager
d) Scroll bar
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Correct Answer: c) Task manager
Explanation: While the task manager is a system utility used for managing running processes and applications, it is not a standard user interface element found in most application windows. Common UI elements include the menu bar, status bar, and scroll bar.
Q50. What does the ‘Ctrl + F’ key combination do?
a) Opens the find dialog box to search for text
b) Formats the selected text
c) Opens the file menu
d) Closes the current application
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Correct Answer: a) Opens the find dialog box to search for text
Explanation: The Ctrl + F key combination opens the find dialog box, allowing users to search for specific text within a document or web page. This shortcut simplifies locating information quickly.