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Basic Computer Skills

Description: This quiz covers the basic computer skills that are essential for primary education students. It includes questions on computer hardware, software, and basic operations.
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the main purpose of a computer?

  1. To process data

  2. To store data

  3. To communicate with other computers

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A computer is a machine that can be programmed to carry out a set of instructions. It can process data, store data, and communicate with other computers.

What are the main components of a computer?

  1. Processor

  2. Memory

  3. Storage

  4. Input devices

  5. Output devices

  6. All of the above

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Correct Option: F
Explanation:

The main components of a computer are the processor, memory, storage, input devices, and output devices.

What is the function of a processor?

  1. To control the flow of data and instructions

  2. To perform calculations and logical operations

  3. To store data and instructions

  4. To communicate with other computers

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The processor is the brain of the computer. It controls the flow of data and instructions, and performs calculations and logical operations.

What is the function of memory?

  1. To store data and instructions

  2. To perform calculations and logical operations

  3. To control the flow of data and instructions

  4. To communicate with other computers

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Memory is used to store data and instructions that are being processed by the computer.

What is the function of storage?

  1. To store data and instructions

  2. To perform calculations and logical operations

  3. To control the flow of data and instructions

  4. To communicate with other computers

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Storage is used to store data and instructions that are not currently being processed by the computer.

What are the different types of input devices?

  1. Keyboard

  2. Mouse

  3. Scanner

  4. Microphone

  5. Webcam

  6. All of the above

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Correct Option: F
Explanation:

Input devices are used to enter data and instructions into the computer.

What are the different types of output devices?

  1. Monitor

  2. Printer

  3. Speaker

  4. Projector

  5. All of the above

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Output devices are used to display or print data from the computer.

What is the difference between a program and an application?

  1. A program is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do

  2. An application is a program that performs a specific task

  3. A program is always stored on the computer, while an application can be stored on the computer or on a removable storage device

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A program is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do. An application is a program that performs a specific task. A program is always stored on the computer, while an application can be stored on the computer or on a removable storage device.

What is the purpose of an operating system?

  1. To manage the computer's resources

  2. To provide a user interface

  3. To run applications

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

An operating system is a software program that manages the computer's resources, provides a user interface, and runs applications.

What are the different types of operating systems?

  1. Windows

  2. macOS

  3. Linux

  4. Chrome OS

  5. All of the above

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS are all popular operating systems.

What is the purpose of a file?

  1. To store data

  2. To organize data

  3. To share data

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A file is a collection of data that is stored on a computer.

What are the different types of files?

  1. Text files

  2. Image files

  3. Audio files

  4. Video files

  5. All of the above

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

There are many different types of files, including text files, image files, audio files, and video files.

How do you create a new file?

  1. Click on the File menu and select New

  2. Press the Ctrl+N keys

  3. Right-click on the desktop and select New

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are several ways to create a new file.

How do you open a file?

  1. Click on the File menu and select Open

  2. Press the Ctrl+O keys

  3. Double-click on the file icon

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are several ways to open a file.

How do you save a file?

  1. Click on the File menu and select Save

  2. Press the Ctrl+S keys

  3. Click on the Save button on the toolbar

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are several ways to save a file.

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