Comp Systems

Question 1

What is the main function of the CPU?

Answer 1

To execute instructions and process data.

Question 2

True or False: RAM is a type of non-volatile memory.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the primary storage area for data in a computer system.

Answer 3

hard drive

Question 4

What does ‘bit’ stand for?

Answer 4

Binary digit

Question 5

What is the binary equivalent of the decimal number 10?

Answer 5

1010

Question 6

Define ‘algorithm’.

Answer 6

A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or performing a task.

Question 7

What is the purpose of an operating system?

Answer 7

To manage computer hardware and software resources.

Question 8

True or False: A ‘byte’ consists of 8 bits.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What is the hexadecimal representation of the decimal number 255?

Answer 9

FF

Question 10

What type of data structure is a list?

Answer 10

A collection of ordered elements.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: In programming, a _____ is a named storage location that holds a value.

Answer 11

variable

Question 12

What does ‘syntax’ refer to in programming?

Answer 12

The set of rules that defines the combinations of symbols that are considered to be correctly structured programs.

Question 13

Which of the following is a high-level programming language? (A) Assembly (B) Python (C) Machine Code

Answer 13

B) Python

Question 14

What is a loop in programming?

Answer 14

A sequence of instructions that repeats until a certain condition is met.

Question 15

True or False: Data can be represented in a computer using only binary code.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

What is the purpose of a compiler?

Answer 16

To translate high-level programming code into machine code.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The _____ operator is used to compare two values.

Answer 17

comparison

Question 18

What is meant by ‘data validation’?

Answer 18

The process of ensuring that data is accurate and acceptable before processing.

Question 19

What does ‘debugging’ refer to?

Answer 19

The process of finding and fixing errors in a program.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a type of software? (A) Operating System (B) Compiler (C) Hardware

Answer 20

C) Hardware

Question 21

What is an array?

Answer 21

A collection of items stored at contiguous memory locations.

Question 22

True or False: A function can return multiple values.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

What is the purpose of a flowchart?

Answer 23

To visually represent the steps in a process or algorithm.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the computer that performs arithmetic and logical operations.

Answer 24

ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit)

Question 25

What is the difference between 'hardware' and 'software'?

Answer 25

Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, while software refers to the programs that run on the hardware.

Question 26

What is a conditional statement?

Answer 26

A statement that executes a certain block of code based on whether a condition is true or false.

Question 27

Which of the following is an example of an input device? (A) Monitor (B) Keyboard (C) Printer

Answer 27

B) Keyboard

Question 28

What does 'ASCII' stand for?

Answer 28

American Standard Code for Information Interchange

Question 29

True or False: A string is a type of data that can hold multiple characters.

Answer 29

True

Question 30

What is the purpose of a database?

Answer 30

To store and manage data efficiently.

Question 31

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the main circuit board in a computer that connects all components.

Answer 31

motherboard

Question 32

What is a 'syntax error'?

Answer 32

An error that occurs when the code does not follow the correct syntax of the programming language.

Question 33

What does 'iterative' mean in programming?

Answer 33

Referring to a process that repeats a set of instructions multiple times.

Question 34

Which data type would you use to represent a true/false value?

Answer 34

Boolean

Question 35

What is the role of a network interface card (NIC)?

Answer 35

To connect a computer to a network.

Question 36

What is the purpose of encryption?

Answer 36

To protect data by converting it into a secure format.

Question 37

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the temporary storage area for data that the CPU is currently processing.

Answer 37

cache

Question 38

What is a 'class' in object-oriented programming?

Answer 38

A blueprint for creating objects that defines properties and methods.

Question 39

True or False: An algorithm must always be written in a programming language.

Answer 39

False

Question 40

What is the purpose of comments in code?

Answer 40

To provide explanations or notes for other programmers or for future reference.

Question 41

What does 'API' stand for?

Answer 41

Application Programming Interface

Question 42

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the computer that stores data permanently.

Answer 42

hard drive

Question 43

What is the difference between 'syntax' and 'runtime' errors?

Answer 43

Syntax errors occur during code writing, while runtime errors occur during program execution.

Question 44

What is the role of an algorithm in programming?

Answer 44

To provide a clear set of steps to solve a problem.

Question 45

Which of the following is a type of loop? (A) For loop (B) If statement (C) Variable

Answer 45

A) For loop

Question 46

What does 'data type' refer to?

Answer 46

The classification of data based on the type of value it holds.

Question 47

Fill in the blank: An _____ allows users to interact with the computer through graphical elements.

Answer 47

GUI (Graphical User Interface)

Question 48

What is a 'debugger'?

Answer 48

A tool used to test and debug programs.

Question 49

True or False: A variable must be declared before it can be used in a program.

Answer 49

True

Question 50

What is the main purpose of a software update?

Answer 50

To improve functionality, fix bugs, or enhance security.