Question 1

As you edit some photos from your summer vacation, you decide to shrink one of your favorite photos to produce a wallet size. Which tool will you use for this?

Accepted Answer

The resize tool allows you to adjust the size of the photo to fit a specific dimension such as wallet size. Cropping only adjusts the composition of the photo, compressing reduces the file size, and contrast adjusts the level of contrast in the photo.

Question 2

As you edit some photos from your summer vacation, you decide to remove a blurry area of one of your photos. Which tool will you use for this?

Accepted Answer

The crop tool is used to remove a portion or area of the photo, including any blurry or unwanted parts. The resize tool is used to change the overall size of the image, the compress tool is used to reduce the file size of an image, and the contrast tool is used to adjust the contrast levels of the photo.

Question 3

What type of software can your parents use to create a will without visiting an attorney?

Accepted Answer

Legal software is designed specifically for creating legal documents and can provide guidance and templates for creating a will without the need for visiting an attorney. The other options listed are not appropriate for creating a will.

Question 4

When data in a spreadsheet program is changed, what occurs?

Accepted Answer

When data is changed in a spreadsheet program, all calculations that depend on that data can be automatically recalculated to reflect the new data. This is a key advantage of using spreadsheet software for data analysis and manipulation. Option A is incorrect because data can be easily changed in a spreadsheet program. Option C is incorrect because the worksheet generally does not need to be reorganized when data is changed, although formatting may need to be adjusted. Option D is incorrect because a new version of the spreadsheet is not typically saved automatically; the user must choose to save the new version if desired.

Question 5

Which of the following are you, as a marketing manager, most likely to use to schedule the processes required in a new advertising campaign you are running?

Accepted Answer

Project management tools are specifically designed to plan and schedule complex projects with multiple tasks, stakeholders, and timelines. They are ideal for scheduling the processes required in a new advertising campaign, which often involves multiple departments and resources working together towards a common goal. Personal finance tools, calendar management, and software suites may have some scheduling capabilities, but they are not ideally suited for complex project planning and management.

Question 6

You have a new word processing program. Which of the following is least likely to be a feature in the program's spelling checker?

Accepted Answer

Checking arithmetic in a table of calculations is not a usual feature of a spelling checker. The other options are more common features found in spelling checkers.

Question 7

What kind of file does Adobe Reader allow you to view?

Accepted Answer

Adobe Reader allows you to view PDF (Portable Document Format) files.

Question 8

Your friend has been assigned the task of creating visual aids to communicate ideas, messages, and other information to a sales group. What type of software should she use to complete this task?

Accepted Answer

Presentation software, such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides, is the best choice for creating visual aids for communicating ideas and messages to a sales group. This software is specifically designed for creating slideshows and presentations that can visually enhance and support the information being presented.

Question 9

An engineer who needs to manage new product development might use what type of software?

Accepted Answer

A project management software would be the best choice for an engineer to manage new product development, as it allows for scheduling, resource allocation, and tracking of tasks and milestones involved in the project. Engineering management software may be useful for specific engineering tasks, but may not have the same comprehensive project management features as a dedicated project management software. Product development management software and process management software may also have niche features, but may lack the broad project management capabilities needed for new product development.

Question 10

When you purchase a digital camera, what type of software often is included with the purchase?

Accepted Answer

Photo editing software is the most common type of software included with a digital camera purchase. This software allows users to edit and enhance their photos after they have been taken. It often includes features like cropping, adjusting color and brightness, and removing red eye.

Question 11

As you edit some photos from your summer vacation, you choose to make a beach photo much smaller in terms of its file size in order to be able to email it to your friends. Which tool will you use for this?

Accepted Answer

Compressing a photo reduces its file size by lowering the quality or resolution, making it easier to email.

Question 12

An advertisement on a web site touts that the software for sale enables users to enter typed text, handwritten comments, drawings, or sketches anywhere on a page and then save the page. What kind of software is this ad selling?

Accepted Answer

The software being advertised allows users to enter typed text, handwritten comments, drawings, or sketches anywhere on a page and then save the page, indicating that it is intended for note taking. Therefore, the correct choice is C - note taking software.

Question 13

Which of the following types of software do engineers, architects and scientists use to create designs?

Accepted Answer

Engineers, architects, and scientists use computer-aided design (CAD) software to create designs. Augmented design software (ADS), computer-based engineering design software (CED), and design and development software (DAD) are not commonly used terms in the industry for design software.

Question 14

To manage day-to-day interactions with customers, including phone calls and e-mails, what type of software would a company use?

Accepted Answer

Customer service software is designed to manage interactions with customers, including phone calls and emails, to ensure efficient and effective communication.

Question 15

In a spreadsheet program, how is data organized?

Accepted Answer

Data in a spreadsheet program is organized in rows and columns, which are collectively called a worksheet. This allows for easy manipulation and analysis of data. Option A is incorrect as a spreadsheet program typically contains only one or a few sheets, rather than thousands of pages. Option B is partially correct, as columns and cells are indeed a part of a spreadsheet, but they are not called a notebook. Option D is also partially correct, as rows and columns make up a spreadsheet, but the correct term is worksheet.

Question 16

You need to purchase a new application on behalf of your company, one that will track product inventory and manage shipping status. Which kind of software will you buy?

Accepted Answer

Distribution software is designed to track inventory levels and manage the shipping status of products, making it the best choice for this scenario. Human resources software is used to manage employee data, payroll, and benefits, while manufacturing software is used to manage the production process. Retail software is used to manage customer transactions and sales data.

Question 17

If you follow the advice of your instructor and use CBT to learn about programming languages, how would you learn?

Accepted Answer

CBT (Computer-Based Training) typically employs self-paced instruction through exercises presented on the computer. This allows the learner to progress at their own speed and receive immediate feedback on their performance. While accessing content online or using simulations may also be part of CBT, the emphasis is on interactive exercises that promote learning by doing. Option B is less likely as it suggests a more traditional approach where the instructor assigns reading materials and programs, rather than using a CBT methodology.

Question 18

If your friend recently has participated in e-filing, what has she been doing?

Accepted Answer

E-filing typically refers to filing state and/or federal tax returns online through the government's electronic filing system.

Question 19

Your new calendar application allows you to make sure that your mobile device and your corporation's server both have the latest version of any updated information. What is the term for this capability?

Accepted Answer

Synchronization is the process of ensuring that two or more devices have the same version of data or information. In this case, the calendar application is synchronizing the mobile device and the corporation's server to ensure that both have the latest version of any updated information. Adjoinment, concatenation, and reconciliation do not relate to this capability.

Question 20

Who can effectively use website authoring software?

Accepted Answer

Website authoring software can be used by users of all skill levels. While high-level professional developers may use more advanced software, there are also options available for home and small business users. The software can also be helpful for those creating web pages with graphical images, videos, and audio.

Quiz 4: Programs and Apps