📝 JOA IT Online Practice Test

Paper Code: 26001 (Shift 1)

Total Questions: 120

Time Allowed: 120 Minutes


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Himachal Pradesh JOA IT (26001 (Shift 1)) Online Test & Solved Paper

Question 1 of 120 Computer
Microcomputers are primarily used by which group?
Question 2 of 120 Computer
Which statement best describes the primary function of a computer?
Question 3 of 120 Computer
Which of the following best illustrates the use of computers in daily life applications?
Question 4 of 120 Computer
A hospital wants to implement a computer system that manages patient records, processes data quickly, and ensures high reliability. Considering the fundamentals of computers, which type of digital computer would be most suitable for this scenario?
Question 5 of 120 Computer
A company requires a computer system for word processing, internet browsing, and small-scale data management. Which type of computer is most suitable for these tasks?
Question 6 of 120 Computer
A 12th-grade student is tasked with designing a timeline of major computer history milestones. Which combination best represents the correct chronological order of key developments?
Question 7 of 120 Computer
When a CPU adds two numbers or compares two values to decide which is larger, which component carries out that work?
Question 8 of 120 Computer
Which of the following is considered an output device used to produce hard copies of documents?
Question 9 of 120 Computer
Which statement best explains the role of registers within a CPU compared to other storage components?
Question 10 of 120 Computer
A company wants to print carbon copies of invoices in one go. Which printer type should they choose?
Question 11 of 120 Computer
Which statement best explains the role of registers in a CPU when processing instructions?
Question 12 of 120 Computer
How does a webcam differ from a traditional digital camera in terms of typical computer usage?
Question 13 of 120 Computer
When an instruction is fetched from memory, which two registers work together to retrieve and then hold the instruction before execution?
Question 14 of 120 Computer
During a training session, a projector displays a distorted image with trapezoidal edges. Which adjustment should be made to correct this issue?
Question 15 of 120 Computer
Which of the following is primarily used for creating and editing text documents?
Question 16 of 120 Computer
Which of the following best describes assembly language?
Question 17 of 120 Computer
When writing assembly code, what is a typical use for labels?
Question 18 of 120 Computer
A school IT administrator is evaluating software for student use. Which scenario best illustrates proper use of freeware in this context?
Question 19 of 120 Computer
Which statement best explains a key difference between hardware and software in a computer system?
Question 20 of 120 Computer
A company is experiencing frequent crashes with a new type of printer after installing it on their network. The IT team suspects a software issue related to system communication. Which solution is most likely to resolve the problem based on your understanding of device drivers?
Question 21 of 120 Computer
A finance department wants to analyze quarterly sales data, track inventory, and generate visual reports efficiently. Which type of application software would best suit these requirements?
Question 22 of 120 Computer
A finance department needs to analyze quarterly sales data, prepare trend graphs, and generate projections for the next year. Which feature of spreadsheet software best facilitates all these tasks in an integrated manner?
Question 23 of 120 Computer
Which of the following is an internal DOS command?
Question 24 of 120 Computer
What is the main benefit of a multi-user operating system?
Question 25 of 120 Computer
Which of the following best describes an operating system in a computer?
Question 26 of 120 Computer
Which control panel setting would you use to change the default printer on a Windows operating system?
Question 27 of 120 Computer
A company IT administrator wants employees to quickly access frequently used applications and system settings from a single interface in Windows. Which feature should the administrator customize to enhance workflow efficiency?
Question 28 of 120 Computer
A company wants to customize the Windows Start menu to improve workflow for its employees. Which of the following changes would best streamline access to frequently used applications without cluttering the interface?
Question 29 of 120 Computer
Which feature in MS Word allows you to add numbers or bullets to a group of items for better organization?
Question 30 of 120 Computer
Which action would you perform to divide a single table into two separate tables in MS Word?
Question 31 of 120 Computer
In MS Word, which shortcut key combination will remove all manual formatting from the selected text?
Question 32 of 120 Computer
A company wants to send personalized letters to each customer using MS Word 2024. Which combination of features would best achieve this, using the mail merge function?
Question 33 of 120 Computer
A company needs to prepare a booklet in MS Word so that the printed pages appear in the correct sequence when folded. Which page orientation and setup should they use to achieve this result most efficiently?
Question 34 of 120 Computer
Which function would you use to combine the text from two different cells into one cell in Excel?
Question 35 of 120 Computer
You have a table of monthly sales in D2:D13. Which function will return the smallest sales figure?
Question 36 of 120 Computer
Which method allows you to enter the same value into multiple already-selected cells in one step in MS Excel 2024?
Question 37 of 120 Computer
A team wants to visually distinguish summary rows in an Excel report using borders. Which approach best ensures consistency and reduces manual errors across multiple worksheets?
Question 38 of 120 Computer
A company regularly creates complex reports in MS Excel where only selected portions of large datasets should be printed, while other data must remain unprinted for internal use. Which approach best ensures that the correct data is consistently printed, even if cell content or formatting changes before each print job?
Question 39 of 120 Computer
Which feature in MS PowerPoint 2024 allows you to apply a consistent look and feel to all slides in a presentation?
Question 40 of 120 Computer
Which feature in MS PowerPoint allows you to visually move from one slide to another during a presentation?
Question 41 of 120 Computer
When applying a transition in PowerPoint, what can you customize to change how the effect behaves?
Question 42 of 120 Computer
A company needs to present quarterly sales data in Microsoft PowerPoint to highlight both trends and specific values. Which approach best utilizes tables for this purpose during a live presentation?
Question 43 of 120 Computer
A user is preparing a business presentation in MS PowerPoint and needs to ensure that clicking a specific word on one slide will open a company website in a web browser. Which feature should the user utilize to achieve this, while also allowing the presentation to remain interactive during the slideshow?
Question 44 of 120 Computer
Which of the following best describes a domain name?
Question 45 of 120 Computer
Which term best describes a domain name in the context of the Internet?
Question 46 of 120 Computer
Which of these best explains the use of the internet for research and development in Science?
Question 47 of 120 Computer
A student wants the most accurate academic articles for a research project. Which search engine feature would be most useful?
Question 48 of 120 Computer
A user wants to access a website but only remembers part of its name. Which web browser feature is most helpful in this situation?
Question 49 of 120 Computer
Which technology is commonly used in a MAN for data transmission?
Question 50 of 120 Computer
In Microsoft Edge, which feature allows a user to maintain separate browsing history, settings, passwords, and bookmarks for different activities on the same device?
Question 51 of 120 Computer
A medium-sized company is considering which browser to deploy across its network. They value open-source technologies, privacy-focused features, and compatibility with a wide range of web standards. Based on these requirements, which browser would best meet their needs?
Question 52 of 120 Computer
Which of the following is the main purpose of data protection in cyber security?
Question 53 of 120 Computer
What is a possible consequence of responding to spam emails with personal information?
Question 54 of 120 Computer
How does a firewall enhance the security of an organization’s internal network when connected to the Internet?
Question 55 of 120 Computer
A student receives an email offering a free online course but suspects it may be spam. Which response follows safe cybersecurity practices?
Question 56 of 120 Computer
A company experienced a malware outbreak even though antivirus software was installed. What is the most likely reason for this failure?
Question 57 of 120 Computer
Which of the following is a characteristic of the decimal number system?
Question 58 of 120 Computer
Which octal number is equivalent to the decimal number 15?
Question 59 of 120 Computer
What is a significant benefit of data integrity in a DBMS environment?
Question 60 of 120 Computer
In a database system, which aspect describes the ability to change the storage structure without affecting the application programs that use the data?
Question 61 of 120 Computer
Which SQL command is used to display all databases in a database management system?
Question 62 of 120 Computer
Which of the following illustrates a violation of a domain in the context of a 'DateOfBirth' column with the domain 'valid calendar dates'?
Question 63 of 120 Computer
Which situation requires the use of a composite key instead of a single-attribute key?
Question 64 of 120 Computer
A logistics company needs to manage routes, shipments, and vehicle assignments. Which MySQL feature is most useful for optimizing these operations?
Question 65 of 120 Computer
Which of the following best describes an internal hyperlink in a website?
Question 66 of 120 Computer
Why is it important to close a database connection in PHP after completing operations?
Question 67 of 120 Computer
If you want to create a sub-heading under an existing h2 heading, which tag should you use to maintain proper document structure?
Question 68 of 120 Computer
In a multi-page HTML form, which method is most suitable to persist user-entered values across all pages without exposing them in the browser address bar?
Question 69 of 120 Computer
If you want to store a temporary calculation result within a function in PHP without affecting the same-named variable outside the function, which variable declaration approach should you use?
Question 70 of 120 Computer
When aiming to optimize website performance, which image format is most effective for photographs on a responsive educational site?
Question 71 of 120 Mathematics
If the numbers are 3, 5, and 7, what is their average?
Question 72 of 120 Mathematics
David invested ₹1380 at 4% per annum simple interest in a bank. What amount (in ₹) will he get after 6 years?
Question 73 of 120 Mathematics
A loan is to be fully repaid in two equal annual instalments of ₹44,100 each. If the rate of compound interest is 5% per annum, find the total interest paid in this entire scheme.
Question 74 of 120 Mathematics
The table shows the sales of four shops (A, B, C, D) in a week. What is the difference between the total sales amount of Shop A and Shop C from Monday to Wednesday?
Question 75 of 120 Mathematics
If the price of 2 dozen pencils is ₹168, then find the amount paid by Veer if he has purchased 66 pencils.
Question 76 of 120 Mathematics
The number 189164 is divisible by:
Question 77 of 120 Mathematics
The incomes of A and B are in the ratio 3:2. A spends 20% of his income and B spends 40% of his income. If the total expenditure of both together is ₹2,800, find the income of A.
Question 78 of 120 Mathematics
A shopkeeper sold two cots each for ₹12,420. He gained 20% on one cot and lost 10% on another cot. Find his gain or loss percentage in the entire transaction. (Rounded off to two decimal places.)
Question 79 of 120 Mathematics
The difference between a discount of 48% and two successive discounts of 30% and 30% on a certain bill was ₹768. Find the amount of the bill.
Question 80 of 120 Mathematics
The fourth proportional to $a^3 - b^3$, $a^2 - b^2$, and $a^2 + ab + b^2$ is:
Question 81 of 120 Mathematics
Two taps can fill a cistern in 3 hours and 27 hours respectively. A third tap can empty it in 27 hours. How long (in hours) will it take to fill one-third of the empty cistern, if all of them are opened together?
Question 82 of 120 Mathematics
A cyclist rides a total distance divided into three parts. He travels the first $\frac{1}{3}$ part of the distance at 20 km/h, the next $\frac{1}{4}$ at 40 km/h, and the remaining part at v km/h. If his average speed for the whole journey is 24 km/h, find v.
Question 83 of 120 Mathematics
In the system of equations $x + y + z = 9$, $2x + 5y + 7z = 52$, and $2x + y - z = 0$, the values of x, y and z will be:
Question 84 of 120 Mathematics
Forty-five discs, each of diameter 21 cm and thickness $\frac{1}{3}$ cm, are stacked one above the other to form a right circular cylinder. Find the volume (in cm³) of the cylinder. (Use π = 22/7)
Question 85 of 120 Mathematics
A right circular conical vessel having an internal base radius of 10 cm and height of 40 cm is completely filled with a liquid. The liquid is poured into a right circular cylindrical vessel having an internal radius of 12 cm. To what height (in cm) does the liquid rise in the cylindrical vessel?
Question 86 of 120 India GK
Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
Question 87 of 120 India GK
How did the economic reforms introduced in 1991 contribute to India's growth and development?
Question 88 of 120 India GK
Which of the following rivers is associated with National Waterway-1 in India?
Question 89 of 120 India GK
Which ancient Sanskrit drama describes Chandragupta Maurya as being of low social origin?
Question 90 of 120 HP GK
According to the Department of Horticulture, Himachal Pradesh (2024–25), which district has the largest area under apple cultivation?
Question 91 of 120 HP GK
Kangra Fort was brought under Mughal control during the reign of which Mughal emperor?
Question 92 of 120 HP GK
In the district administration system, who serves as the head of the revenue administration?
Question 93 of 120 HP GK
As per Himachal Pradesh’s Finance minister speech on state government budget for the financial year 2026-27, the per capita income of Himachal Pradesh during 2025–26 is estimated to be higher than the national per capita income by ______.
Question 94 of 120 Current Affairs
Who was appointed as India’s next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) in 2026?
Question 95 of 120 Current Affairs
The second edition of the India–Cambodia bilateral military exercise held in May 2026 is named:
Question 96 of 120 Current Affairs
Which one is the new site proposed for Project Cheetah expansion in Project Cheetah's 2026 meeting?
Question 97 of 120 Current Affairs
A country recently faced international sanctions after a major diplomatic dispute. As an advisor, which approach would be the most effective in helping the country rebuild its international reputation, based on lessons from major international events?
Question 98 of 120 Science
A patient is unable to produce enough insulin. Which physiological process is most directly affected by this deficiency?
Question 99 of 120 Science
A person suffers damage to the alveoli due to long-term smoking. Which function of the lungs will be affected the most?
Question 100 of 120 Science
A shopkeeper accidentally spills acid on the floor. Which substance should be used to neutralise the acid safely?
Question 101 of 120 Science
When water is heated from below, the upward movement of heat occurs mainly due to which process?
Question 102 of 120 Reasoning
Mr. Rrr ranked 97th from the bottom and 32nd from the top in his class. How many students are there in his class?
Question 103 of 120 Reasoning
Refer to the following letter, symbol series and answer the question: (Left) P & T D @ B % * Z ^ S (Right). If all the symbols are dropped from the series, which letter will be sixth from the right?
Question 104 of 120 Reasoning
S is the mother of F. F is the sister of T. H is the father of L. L is the husband of T. How is L related to S?
Question 105 of 120 Reasoning
Based on the English alphabetical order, three of the following four letter-cluster pairs are alike in a certain way and thus form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to that group?
Question 106 of 120 HP GK
Which district of Himachal Pradesh is the largest by area?
Question 107 of 120 HP GK
Which of the following religious sites attracts pilgrims to Himachal Pradesh?
Question 108 of 120 HP GK
How many independent MLAs are there in the Assembly for the years 2022–2027?
Question 109 of 120 HP GK
What structural change is implied if the primary sector grows at 3% annually while the secondary sector grows at 7% in Himachal Pradesh?
Question 110 of 120 English
Correct the following sentence by choosing the correct option: "Whereas the sun sets, the sky bursts into shades of pink and orange."
Question 111 of 120 English
Choose the correct one word substitution for the underlined segment: "The teacher delivered a/an speech on praising someone publicly, especially after their death."
Question 112 of 120 English
In the given question, a statement divided into different segments is given. The first segment is fixed, rearrange the other segments to form a coherent statement: "In the middle of the desert, / (P) a lonely traveler walked beneath a burning sky / (Q) his shadow stretching long and thin / (R) carrying hope in a cracked water flask / (S) and dust clinging to his lips"
Question 113 of 120 English
Identify the erroneous part of the following sentence: "I cannot vouch [A]/ for her, as she [B]/ works here [C]/ since last January. [D]"
Question 114 of 120 English
Which word is a synonym for 'incessant' in: 'The incessant noise made it difficult to concentrate'?
Question 115 of 120 English
Replace the highlighted phrase with an appropriate idiom: "After losing his job, he was very sad and hopeless."
Question 116 of 120 Hindi
जिसके पास कुछ भी न हो- वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द क्या होगा?
Question 117 of 120 Hindi
सही कारक के प्रयोग वाले शुद्ध वाक्य का चयन करें।
Question 118 of 120 Hindi
“सुरेश ने कल एक सुंदर कविता लिखा।” - इस वाक्य का शुद्ध रूप क्या होगा?
Question 119 of 120 Hindi
निम्नलिखित वाक्य में प्रयुक्त मुहावरे का सही अर्थ क्या है? "ये दोनों व्यापारी एक ही थाली के चट्टे-बट्टे हैं, दोनों ही ग्राहकों को ठगते हैं।"
Question 120 of 120 Hindi
शब्द और उनके पर्याय के बेमेल युग्म वाले विकल्प को चुनें -
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