HP Computer Practice Set 18 | Interactive MCQ Mock Test

1. Which of the following actions will most directly improve a computer's multitasking performance?

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A. Upgrading monitor B. Installing a new power supply C. Changing keyboard layout D. Increasing RAM size

2. Why is a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) considered suitable for storing large volumes of employee records and videos in a company?

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A. It is the most portable device for frequent travel B. It provides the fastest data access speeds available C. It offers high storage capacity and is cost-effective for large data sets D. It is the most reliable storage device for critical systems

3. Why is a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) considered suitable for storing large volumes of employee records and videos in a company?

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A. It is the most portable device for frequent travel B. It provides the fastest data access speeds available C. It offers high storage capacity and is cost-effective for large data sets D. It is the most reliable storage device for critical systems

4. Which of the following statements about NAND Flash used in pen drives is FALSE?

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A. It is non-volatile B. Data is stored in floating gate transistors C. It allows byte-level random access like RAM D. It must be erased in blocks before writing new data

5. Which of the following statements about NAND Flash used in pen drives is FALSE?

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A. It is non-volatile B. Data is stored in floating gate transistors C. It allows byte-level random access like RAM D. It must be erased in blocks before writing new data

6. A device requires a memory chip that can be erased and reprogrammed repeatedly by exposure to ultraviolet light. Which memory type should be chosen?

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A. PROM B. EPROM C. Mask ROM D. EEPROM

7. A device requires a memory chip that can be erased and reprogrammed repeatedly by exposure to ultraviolet light. Which memory type should be chosen?

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A. PROM B. EPROM C. Mask ROM D. EEPROM

8. What is software in the context of computers?

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A. A set of instructions that tells the computer what to do B. Media used to store data on the computer C. Physical devices connected to the computer D. Electrical components inside the computer

9. What is software in the context of computers?

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A. A set of instructions that tells the computer what to do B. Media used to store data on the computer C. Physical devices connected to the computer D. Electrical components inside the computer

10. Which of these is not a utility software?

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A. Disk Defragmenter B. Antivirus tool C. Backup tool D. Photo editor

11. Which of these is not a utility software?

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A. Disk Defragmenter B. Antivirus tool C. Backup tool D. Photo editor

12. Many operating systems provide utility programs to improve the management and storage of digital data. What is the primary purpose of file compression software?

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A. Reduce the amount of storage space required by files B. Improve the display quality of images and videos C. Create special visual effects for multimedia content D. Control and organize internet browsing activities

13. Many operating systems provide utility programs to improve the management and storage of digital data. What is the primary purpose of file compression software?

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A. Reduce the amount of storage space required by files B. Improve the display quality of images and videos C. Create special visual effects for multimedia content D. Control and organize internet browsing activities

14. Which of the following best describes a primary function of a word processor within application software?

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A. It draws and edits detailed images or graphics. B. It creates visual presentations using slides and graphics. C. It calculates and analyzes numerical data in large tables. D. It allows users to create, edit, and format text documents for various purposes.

15. Which of the following best describes a primary function of a word processor within application software?

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A. It draws and edits detailed images or graphics. B. It creates visual presentations using slides and graphics. C. It calculates and analyzes numerical data in large tables. D. It allows users to create, edit, and format text documents for various purposes.

16. Which of the following is NOT an example of system software?

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A. Spreadsheet software B. Compiler C. Device drivers D. Operating system

17. Which of the following is NOT an example of system software?

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A. Spreadsheet software B. Compiler C. Device drivers D. Operating system

18. A company wants to distribute a software tool that can be used by anyone without cost, but the company wants to retain full copyright and does not permit others to modify or redistribute altered versions. Which type of software licensing best describes this scenario?

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A. Shareware B. Open source C. Freeware D. Public domain

19. A company wants to distribute a software tool that can be used by anyone without cost, but the company wants to retain full copyright and does not permit others to modify or redistribute altered versions. Which type of software licensing best describes this scenario?

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A. Shareware B. Open source C. Freeware D. Public domain

20. Computer systems operate through the combined interaction of hardware and software components. Which statement correctly describes the fundamental difference between these two elements?

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A. Hardware can be duplicated endlessly without affecting its original condition B. Software gradually suffers physical damage through continuous operational use C. Hardware exists physically while software consists of programmed instructions D. Software requires greater manufacturing cost than physical hardware components

21. Computer systems operate through the combined interaction of hardware and software components. Which statement correctly describes the fundamental difference between these two elements?

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A. Hardware can be duplicated endlessly without affecting its original condition B. Software gradually suffers physical damage through continuous operational use C. Hardware exists physically while software consists of programmed instructions D. Software requires greater manufacturing cost than physical hardware components

22. What is the purpose of Application software in a computer?

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A. Help users perform specific tasks B. Maintain the processor speed C. Run the operating system kernel D. Control hardware operations

23. What is the purpose of Application software in a computer?

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A. Help users perform specific tasks B. Maintain the processor speed C. Run the operating system kernel D. Control hardware operations

24. Which of these is a valid reason to use folders when managing files?

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A. To compress files into smaller sizes B. To convert files to different formats C. To automatically run files upon opening the folder D. To group related files together for easy access

25. Which of these is a valid reason to use folders when managing files?

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A. To compress files into smaller sizes B. To convert files to different formats C. To automatically run files upon opening the folder D. To group related files together for easy access

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