Question 1

Match each item with a statement below.
-The set of hardware lines used to transfer data among the components of a PC
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

A bus is a set of hardware lines used to transfer data among the components of a PC.

Answer: C
 A PCI slot is a type of bus slot used for connecting peripheral components to a computer's motherboard.

Answer: D
 The system board (also known as the motherboard) is the main circuit board in a computer that connects and controls all the hardware components.

Answer: G
 An expansion card is a circuit board that can be inserted into a slot on the motherboard to add extra functionality to the computer system.

Answer: J
 The microprocessor (also known as the CPU) is the central processing unit of a computer that performs most of the processing and calculation tasks.

Question 2

Match each item with a statement below.
-Circuit card that is plugged into a PC's bus to add extra functions
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

An expansion card is a circuit card that is plugged into a PC's bus to add extra functions.

Answer: C 
 A PCI slot is the slot on the system board where an expansion card can be inserted.

Question 3

Match each item with a statement below.
-Software routines that are stored in read-only memory
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

Firmware refers to software routines that are stored in read-only memory (ROM).

Question 4

Match each item with a statement below.
-A semiconductor circuit in which data is permanently installed by the manufacturer
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

A semiconductor circuit in which data is permanently installed by the manufacturer is called ROM (Read-Only Memory).

Answer: I
 Firmware refers to the software that is embedded in a device's ROM or non-volatile memory and is used to control the device's functions.

Answer: J
 A microprocessor is a small semiconductor chip that serves as the central processing unit (CPU) of a computer.

Question 5

You have just received a new laptop computer to enhance your company's digital security. You have just noticed a recessed small glass device adjacent to the touch pad. What is the most likely function of this new device?
A)light sensor
B)fingerprint scanner
C)retina scanner
D)on/off button

Accepted Answer

The most likely function of the recessed small glass device adjacent to the touch pad is a fingerprint scanner, which is a common feature in laptops to enhance the device's security.

Question 6

Which of the following connection types would NOT be found on a PC to connect a hard drive?
A)SATA
B)SCSI
C)USB
D)DIMM

Accepted Answer

DIMM is a type of memory module, not a type of connection for a hard drive. SATA, SCSI, and USB are all commonly used to connect hard drives to a PC.

Question 7

Match each item with a statement below.
-Semiconductor memory that can be read or written by the microprocessor or other devices
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of semiconductor memory that can be read from or written to by the microprocessor or other devices. It is used for storing data temporarily while the computer is running.

Question 8

What type of storage device uses flash memory to store data for backup or transfers between PCs?
A)optical drive
B)USB drive
C)hard drive
D)tape drive

Accepted Answer

A USB drive uses flash memory to store data and is a convenient and portable option for backup or transferring data between PCs. Optical drives, hard drives, and tape drives may also be used for backup or transferring data, but they do not specifically rely on flash memory.

Question 9

Which of the following accurately describes how to clean an LCD panel?
A)Use a clean cloth with a mild cleaning solution
B)Use a clean and dry lint free cloth only
C)Use a lint free cloth with water
D)Use a lint free cloth with an ammonia base solution

Accepted Answer

Using a lint-free cloth with water is a safe method to clean an LCD panel without risking damage from harsh chemicals.

Question 10

Match each item with a statement below.
-An area where data can be stored and retrieved
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

Memory is an area where data can be stored and retrieved.

Question 11

Which specific type of expansion card slot allows for different physical size slots and utilizes up to x16 lanes?
A)PCIx1
B)PCI-x
C)PCI-16
D)PCI Express

Accepted Answer

PCI Express allows for different physical size slots (x1, x4, x8, x16) and can utilize up to x16 lanes. The other options mentioned do not have the same level of flexibility and capability.

Question 12

Match each item with a statement below.
-The main circuit board that contains a PC's primary components
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

The system board is another term for the main circuit board that contains a PC's primary components.

Answer: F
 RAM stands for random access memory, which is a type of memory used for temporary storage of data that the computer is currently using.

Answer: C
 PCI stands for peripheral component interconnect, and the PCI slot is a type of slot on the system board that expansion cards can be inserted into.

Answer: J
 The microprocessor, also known as the CPU (central processing unit), is the "brain" of the computer that performs calculations and processes data.

Answer: G
 An expansion card is a card that can be inserted into a slot on the system board to add additional functionality or features to the computer.

Answer: H
 ROM stands for read-only memory, which is a type of memory that contains data that cannot be modified.

Answer: I
 Firmware is a type of software that is permanently stored in a device's hardware and is responsible for controlling the device's functionality.

Answer: A and E
 RS-232 is a type of serial communication used for connecting peripherals to a computer, and the bus refers to the pathways that carry data between the components on the system board.

Question 13

Match each item with a statement below.
-Central processing unit (CPU) on a single chip
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

A microprocessor is a central processing unit (CPU) on a single chip.

Answer: F 
 RAM stands for Random Access Memory and is a form of memory in a computer system.

Answer: G 
 An expansion card (also known as an add-on card) is a type of circuit board that can be inserted into a PCI slot on a computer's system board to add new functionality to a computer system.

Question 14

Match each item with a statement below.
-A connector on a system board used to insert an adapter card
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

The PCI slot is a type of expansion slot found on the motherboard (system board) of a computer. It is specifically designed to allow users to insert adapter cards or expansion cards, which can add new functionality or enhance existing capabilities of the computer system.

Question 15

Which type of memory is erasable by exposing it to an electrical charge?
A)EPROM
B)ROM
C)EEPOM
D)PROM

Accepted Answer

EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) can be erased by exposing it to an electrical charge. EPROM (Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) can be erased by exposing it to UV light. PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory) can only be programmed once and cannot be erased. ROM (Read-Only Memory) cannot be programmed or erased.

Question 16

What type of storage media does a digital video camera utilize to store frames?
A)optical drive
B)NIC
C)digital card
D)modem

Accepted Answer

Digital video cameras typically use digital cards, such as SD cards, to store frames. Optical drives are not commonly used for this purpose, and NICs and modems are used for network connectivity, not storage.

Question 17

Which data cable uses four or six pins and is commonly used for connecting portable devices, such as camcorders?
A)eSATA
B)USB
C)IEEE 1394
D)FireCable

Accepted Answer

IEEE 1394, also known as Firewire, is commonly used to connect portable devices such as camcorders. It uses either four or six pins. The other options listed (eSATA and FireCable) are less commonly used and primarily used for connecting computer hardware rather than portable devices. USB is also commonly used for connecting portable devices, but it typically uses more than four or six pins.

Question 18

The rectangular connector that is found on every Standard USB connector is identified by what official name?
A)USB-A
B)Mini-USB
C)USB-C
D)USB-B

Accepted Answer

The rectangular connector found on every standard USB connector is officially known as a USB-A.

Question 19

Match each item with a statement below.
-An industry-accepted standard for serial communications
A)RS-232
B)memory
C)PCI slot
D)system board
E)bus
F)RAM
G)expansion card
H)ROM
I)firmware
J)microprocessor

Accepted Answer

RS-232 is an industry-accepted standard for serial communications, used for connecting computers and peripherals.

Question 20

Which of the following PC hardware components encompasses a set of circuits to transfer data from one part of the computer to another?
A)microprocessor
B)RAM
C)firmware
D)system board

Accepted Answer

The system board, also known as the motherboard, contains buses and controllers that allow for data to be transferred between components such as the CPU, RAM, and storage devices.

Quiz 1: Hardware Components

Match each item with a statement below. -The set of hardware lines used to transfer data among the components of a PC

Match each item with a statement below. -Circuit card that is plugged into a PC's bus to add extra functions

Match each item with a statement below. -Software routines that are stored in read-only memory

Match each item with a statement below. -A semiconductor circuit in which data is permanently installed by the manufacturer

You have just received a new laptop computer to enhance your company's digital security. You have just noticed a recessed small glass device adjacent to the touch pad. What is the most likely function of this new device?

Which of the following connection types would NOT be found on a PC to connect a hard drive?

Match each item with a statement below. -Semiconductor memory that can be read or written by the microprocessor or other devices

What type of storage device uses flash memory to store data for backup or transfers between PCs?

Which of the following accurately describes how to clean an LCD panel?

Match each item with a statement below. -An area where data can be stored and retrieved

Which specific type of expansion card slot allows for different physical size slots and utilizes up to x16 lanes?

Match each item with a statement below. -The main circuit board that contains a PC's primary components

Match each item with a statement below. -Central processing unit (CPU) on a single chip

Match each item with a statement below. -A connector on a system board used to insert an adapter card

Which type of memory is erasable by exposing it to an electrical charge?

What type of storage media does a digital video camera utilize to store frames?

Which data cable uses four or six pins and is commonly used for connecting portable devices, such as camcorders?

The rectangular connector that is found on every Standard USB connector is identified by what official name?

Match each item with a statement below. -An industry-accepted standard for serial communications

Which of the following PC hardware components encompasses a set of circuits to transfer data from one part of the computer to another?