Question 1

The appropriate software to use for writing and editing research papers is ________ software.

Accepted Answer

Word processing software, such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs, is specifically designed for writing and editing documents, including research papers. It allows the user to easily format the text, insert footnotes/endnotes, create a table of contents, and add citations and references, among other features. While other software like spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software may have some useful features for certain aspects of research, they are not the primary tool for writing and editing research papers.

Question 2

All of the following are examples of database software EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

OneNote is not a database software, it is a note-taking and information management app. The other options listed are all examples of database software.

Question 3

Adobe InDesign is an example of ________ software.

Accepted Answer

Adobe InDesign is a desktop publishing software that is primarily used for designing and creating print or digital media such as books, magazines, brochures, and other types of publications. It is not an image-editing, presentation, or video-editing software.

Question 4

Which is TRUE about web-based application software?

Accepted Answer

Web-based application software is stored on a web server and accessed through an internet browser. It is not always free and is not installed by a computer manufacturer. It does require an internet connection to use.

Question 5

The box formed by the intersection of a row and column in a spreadsheet program is known as a ________.

Accepted Answer

The box formed by the intersection of a row and column in a spreadsheet program is known as a cell. A label is a name or description given to a data set or value. A formula is a mathematical equation used to perform calculations and generate new data based on existing data. A function is a predefined formula that performs a specific calculation on one or more values. Only option D represents the correct term for the box in a spreadsheet program.

Question 6

QuickBooks is an example of ________ software.

Accepted Answer

QuickBooks is an accounting software used by businesses to manage financial transactions and reporting.

Question 7

________ software helps run the computer and coordinates instructions between other software and the hardware devices.

Accepted Answer

System software helps run the computer and coordinates instructions between other software and the hardware devices. Application software is designed for users to perform specific tasks, productivity software is a type of application software that helps users create and produce documents, and recovery software is used to recover lost or corrupted data.

Question 8

In databases, a data category is called a ________.

Accepted Answer

A data category is a specific piece of data, which is stored in a field within a database. Tables contain multiple fields, each representing a different category of data. Records are individual instances within a table, representing a collection of related data fields. Worksheets, on the other hand, are associated with spreadsheet software and typically contain multiple tables or data sets. Therefore, the best choice is D - field.

Question 9

________ software helps you manage e-mail, contacts, calendars, and tasks in the same application.

Accepted Answer

Personal information manager (PIM) software is designed to help manage personal information such as e-mail, contacts, calendars, and tasks in a single application. Note-taking software is primarily designed for taking and organizing notes, while spreadsheet and presentation software are focused on working with numerical data and creating visual presentations, respectively.

Question 10

________ software lets you perform calculations and numerical analyses.

Accepted Answer

Spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel allows users to perform calculations and numerical analyses by organizing data into cells and using formulas and functions. Presentation software (A) is used to create slideshows or visual aids, personal information managers (B) are used for organizing personal information such as contacts and calendar events, and word processing software (C) is used for creating and editing text documents.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a type of a productivity software application?

Accepted Answer

Image editing software is not a type of productivity software as it is more commonly associated with graphic design or photography rather than business-related tasks. The other options listed (word processing, personal information management, and spreadsheet) are all types of productivity software commonly used for tasks such as document creation, organization, and data analysis.

Question 12

________ applications are software in which the vendor hosts the software online over the Internet and you do not to install the software on your computer.

Accepted Answer

Software as a Service (SaaS) applications are hosted by the vendor and accessed by users over the internet without the need to install the software on their own computers. Open Source as a Service (OSaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) may also be hosted online, but they are not specifically designed for software hosted and accessed through the internet.

Question 13

Dreamweaver is an example of ________ software.

Accepted Answer

Dreamweaver is a web authoring software used for creating and designing websites, web applications, and web pages. It allows users to visually design web pages and write HTML and CSS code.

Question 14

When using a spreadsheet, SUM in the expression =SUM(B10:B16), is called a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

SUM is a built-in function in spreadsheet software that adds up the values in the designated cells, making it a function.

Question 15

LibreOffice is an example of a(n) ________ productivity software package.

Accepted Answer

LibreOffice is an open source productivity software package, meaning its source code is freely available for anyone to view, modify, and distribute.

Question 16

Software that manages "back office" functions such as billing, production, inventory management, and human resources management is called ________ software.

Accepted Answer

The description matches the features of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, which is designed to integrate various business processes and functions into one system. Accounting software focuses primarily on financial transactions and reporting, project management software is geared towards managing specific projects, and customer relationship management software is focused on managing customer interactions and relationships.

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a factor to consider when upgrading software?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

All of the following are tips for a great presentation EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

Using a variety of animations on most slides can actually be distracting and take away from the content of the presentation. It's better to use simple and consistent animations, if any at all.

Question 19

When using a spreadsheet, the expression =D8-D17 is called a ________.

Accepted Answer

The expression =D8-D17 is a calculation entered into a cell using the standard mathematical operators (+, -, *, /). This is called a formula in a spreadsheet program such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. Functions, ranges, and cells are related concepts but do not accurately describe this specific expression.

Question 20

Using applications on smartphones and tablets to buy and sell products is known as ________ commerce.

Accepted Answer

Mobile commerce refers specifically to transactions conducted through a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. While remote commerce can also involve transactions conducted through a mobile device, it is a broader term that encompasses any type of sales that take place across geographic distances or outside of traditional retail settings. Smart commerce and web commerce are not widely recognized industry terms.

Quiz 4: Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play