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- 1. Multiple ChoiceOscar is shopping for a new laptop. He has narrowed his choices down to four computers. Each laptop is equipped with a different central processing unit (CPU). Oscar wants to make sure he chooses the fastest one. Which of the following processors would perform the fastest?1.3 GHz3.4 GHz2.2 GHz2.8 GHz
- 2. Multiple ChoiceWhich hardware component is responsible for ensuring that a CPU operates at a regular temperature?Heat sinkPower supplyHard driveRAM
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhat protects the components stored inside a computer system unit?Hard driveRAMCasePower supply
- 4. Multiple ChoiceWhich component stores data being accessed by the CPU?MotherboardPower supplyHard driveRAM
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the term for the main circuit board of your computer to which other components are attached so that everything in your computer works together?Central processing unitPower supplyHard driveMotherboard
- 6. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the purpose of the central processing unit (CPU) in a computer?It performs the calculations and processing.It provides electricity to the rest of the system.It stores the software and dataIt houses the main circuit board.
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhich input device should you use to transfer audio (sounds, music) to a computer as digital files?Digital cameraMicrophoneMouseScanner
- 8. Multiple ChoiceFor what purpose should you use a mouse?To click, highlight and drag graphical representations (icons) of resources on a computerTo input text and numbers into a computerTo transfer audio (sounds, music) to a computer as digital filesTo write directly on a touch screen
- 9. Multiple ChoiceWhich device is an input device?SpeakersProjectorKeyboardMonitor
- 10. Multiple ChoiceTom is custom building his own computer for college. He wants the computer to be able to perform fast when multitasking, have amazing graphics, large capacity to store information, and be a laptop. Tom is choosing between two hard drives: solid state drive (SSD) or magnetic hard drive. Which choice would work best with his needs?The SSD because it is less expensive and has moving parts to read the information on the computer.The magnetic hard drive because it is less expensive and has moving parts to read the information on the computer.The magnetic hard drive because it is faster and offers additional stability.The SSD because it is faster and offers additional stability.
- 11. Multiple ChoiceConnie, a PC repair technician, was tasked with refurbishing a computer so that it can be resold. As Connie begins to troubleshoot and inspect the computer system, she notices that the computer may need a new circuit board. Many of the components are not making any connection. What internal component would Connie need to replace to restore this faulty computer system?The power supplyThe motherboardThe hard driveThe CPU
- 12. Multiple ChoiceAnthony is a game programmer. His current computer is slowing down a lot lately and has trouble running multiple programs. He wants to purchase a new computer to help him multitask and run many different programs at once. Which of the following is the best computer option for Anthony?Computer B because of the 16 gigabytes of RAMComputer A because of the 2.3 gigaHertz processor speedComputer A because of the Intel 6th generation processor modelComputer B because of the 1512 gigabyte hard drive capacity
- 13. Multiple ChoiceJulie just started a new job at a department store. She is learning how to check out customers using a cash register. Which input device would Julie use to scan items as the customers check out?GamepadStylusBarcode readerFingerprint scanner
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhich input device should you use to write directly on a touch screen?GPS deviceStylusBarcode readerGame controller
- 15. Multiple ChoiceWhich connector can transfer data at speeds comparable to USB, and is known by the name "FireWire"?Digital Visual Interface (DVI)HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)Video Graphics Array (VGA)IEEE 1394
- 16. Multiple ChoiceAmy just purchased a new keyboard and mouse for her computer. Which connector will her keyboard and mouse most likely use?IEEE 1394VGAUSBDB-25
- 17. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following are input devices?Keyboard, mouse, microphone and scannerKeyboard, mouse, GPS device and printerKeyboard, printer, monitor and computerHard drive, flash drive, speakers and computer
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