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Graphics Programming and APIs

Description: This quiz covers the fundamentals of graphics programming and various APIs used for creating and manipulating computer graphics.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is a graphics API developed by Khronos Group?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. Metal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OpenGL is a cross-platform graphics API developed by Khronos Group.

What is the primary purpose of a graphics API?

  1. To provide a high-level interface for creating and manipulating graphics

  2. To manage the hardware resources used for rendering

  3. To optimize the performance of graphics applications

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A graphics API provides a high-level interface for creating and manipulating graphics, manages the hardware resources used for rendering, and optimizes the performance of graphics applications.

Which of the following is a graphics API developed by Microsoft?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. Metal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

DirectX is a graphics API developed by Microsoft.

What is the name of the graphics API used in Apple's macOS and iOS operating systems?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. Metal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Metal is the graphics API used in Apple's macOS and iOS operating systems.

Which of the following is a low-level graphics API that provides direct access to the GPU?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. Metal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vulkan is a low-level graphics API that provides direct access to the GPU.

What is the primary advantage of using a low-level graphics API like Vulkan?

  1. Improved performance

  2. Increased flexibility

  3. Greater control over the rendering process

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Using a low-level graphics API like Vulkan provides improved performance, increased flexibility, and greater control over the rendering process.

Which of the following is a graphics API that is specifically designed for mobile devices?

  1. OpenGL ES

  2. DirectX Mobile

  3. Vulkan Mobile

  4. Metal for Mobile


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OpenGL ES is a graphics API that is specifically designed for mobile devices.

What is the name of the graphics API used in the Android operating system?

  1. OpenGL ES

  2. DirectX Mobile

  3. Vulkan Mobile

  4. Metal for Mobile


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OpenGL ES is the graphics API used in the Android operating system.

Which of the following is a graphics API that is used in game development?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

OpenGL, DirectX, and Vulkan are all graphics APIs that are used in game development.

What is the name of the graphics API used in the Unity game engine?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Unity supports multiple graphics APIs, including OpenGL, DirectX, and Vulkan.

Which of the following is a graphics API that is used in 3D modeling and animation software?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OpenGL is a graphics API that is commonly used in 3D modeling and animation software.

What is the name of the graphics API used in the Blender 3D modeling software?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Blender uses OpenGL as its primary graphics API.

Which of the following is a graphics API that is used in image editing software?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OpenGL is a graphics API that is sometimes used in image editing software.

What is the name of the graphics API used in the Photoshop image editing software?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Photoshop uses OpenGL as its primary graphics API.

Which of the following is a graphics API that is used in video editing software?

  1. OpenGL

  2. DirectX

  3. Vulkan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OpenGL is a graphics API that is sometimes used in video editing software.

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