This test contains 20 multiple-choice items worth 1 point each.
Directions
For each question, select the correct answer and circle it on your answer sheet.
1. Which word is most appropriate for describing a laptop?
A. portable
B. bulky
C. inexpensive
D. fixed
2. Which word is most appropriate for describing a desktop?
A. fragile
B. stationed
C. compact
D. wireless
3. Which input device can advanced computer users use instead of a mouse to perform tasks such as opening new windows and saving or deleting files?
A. scanner
B. microphone
C. keyboard
D. joystick
4. What is the key benefit of using RAM in a computer?
A. It saves data permanently.
B. It allows the CPU to access data quickly.
C. It saves data temporarily.
5. Which memory device is most appropriate for backing up a computer’s hard drive?
A. flash drive
B. DVD
C. external hard drive
D. CD
6. Ryan wants to connect his flash drive to the computer. Which port should he use?
A. USB port
B. Ethernet port
C. modem port
D. graphics port
7. Which type of operating system is designed specifically for industrial use and allows the user to quickly perform simple, repetitive tasks?
A. multiple-user, multitask (MUMT)
B. real-time operating system (RTOS)
C. single-user, multitask (SUMT)
D. single-user, single task (SUST)
8. Operating systems are designed to work with specific hardware. Which operating system works with Apple computers?
A. Windows operating system
B. Mac operating system
C. Linux operating system
D. handheld operating system
9. When you have several windows open on your computer, which shortcut keys will allow you to switch from one window to the other?
A. Alt+F4
B. Alt+Tab
C. Alt+Ctrl+Del
D. Alt+Ctrl+Shift
10. Which of the following is a software application program?
A. compiler
B. operating system
C. utility software
D. word processor
11. Which software application offers a variety of templates for creating reports, flyers, and newsletters that you can access within the software or online?
A. database software
B. presentation software
C. spreadsheet software
D. word-processing software
12. Which software application is most appropriate for creating slideshows using text, charts, photographs, clip art, and video?
A. database management software
B. spreadsheet software
C. presentation software
D. word-processing software
13. Alicia uses a software application to store the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of her friends in alphabetical order. She uses the Retrieve option to locate a number. Which type of software application is she most likely using?
A. database management software
B. presentation software
C. spreadsheet software
D. word-processing software
14. For which scenario is it best to use presentation software?
A. Anne just finished college and is creating her resume so she can start looking for a job.
B. Becky has to give a talk with audio and visuals about the adopt-a-pet drive at the local pound.
C. Cassandra wants to create a budget for the trip she is planning to take next month.
15. Meg wants to preview all images in a folder so that she can quickly find the image she wants. Which view will help her do this?
A. icons
B. details
C. thumbnails
D. list
16. Rita wants to know the size of each image in a folder. Which view will help her find this information quickly?
A. filmstrip
B. details
C. thumbnails
D. tiles
17. Sean doesn't remember where he stored a spreadsheet that he downloaded onto his computer the previous day. How can Sean find this file quickly?
A. Use the Search option.
B. Choose the Thumbnails view.
C. Sort the folder by Date Modified.
18. What is meant by the phrase backing up your data?
A. downloading and installing software updates when prompted to do so
B. examining the disk for unnecessary files and permanently deleting them
C. making a duplicate copy of the data and storing it in another location
19. Rita wants to check her computer for errors on the drive. Which tool can help her?
A. Disk Cleanup tool
B. Scan Disk tool
C. Disk Defragmenter tool
D. Hard Drive tool
20. Aaron wants to download a new program from the Internet and install it on his computer. What is the safest way for him to do this?
A. Download and install software from any website that provides the latest version.
B. Download and install only authorized software from a trusted website.
C. Set his computer to automatically download and install programs from the Internet.
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