1. Which of the following is NOT a type of computer system?
a) Mainframe
b) Supercomputer
c) Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
d) Modem
Answer: d) Modem
2. What is the primary function of an operating system?
a) To provide physical support to the computer
b) To manage hardware and software resources
c) To execute application programs
d) To perform mathematical calculations
Answer: b) To manage hardware and software resources
3. What does CPU stand for in computing?
a) Computer Power Unit
b) Central Processing Unit
c) Computer Programming Unit
d) Central Power Unit
Answer: b) Central Processing Unit
4. Which computer component is responsible for temporarily storing data and instructions during processing?
a) Hard disk
b) RAM (Random Access Memory)
c) CPU (Central Processing Unit)
d) Motherboard
Answer: b) RAM (Random Access Memory)
5. What does HTML stand for in the context of computing?
a) High Transfer Markup Language
b) HyperText Markup Language
c) Home Tool Markup Language
d) Human Text Markup Language
Answer: b) HyperText Markup Language
6. Which of the following is NOT an example of a programming language?
a) Java
b) Adobe Photoshop
c) Python
d) C++
Answer: b) Adobe Photoshop
7. What is the function of a compiler in computing?
a) To convert high-level programming language code into machine code
b) To provide an interface for users to interact with the computer system
c) To manage hardware resources and allocate memory
d) To control input and output devices
Answer: a) To convert high-level programming language code into machine code
8. Which storage device retains data even when the power is turned off?
a) RAM (Random Access Memory)
b) Hard disk
c) CD-ROM
d) Flash drive
Answer: b) Hard disk
9. What is the function of an input device in a computer system?
a) To process data and perform calculations
b) To display information to the user
c) To store data for future use
d) To enter data and instructions into the computer
Answer: d) To enter data and instructions into the computer
10. Which of the following is an example of an output device?
a) Keyboard
b) Printer
c) Scanner
d) Mouse
Answer: b) Printer