Question 1

Manny copied a table from an MS Excel file, closed the file, and then pasted the table in an MS Word document.Where was the table stored after he copied it?

Accepted Answer

The table was temporarily stored in the computer's RAM (random access memory) after Manny copied it. RAM is a type of computer memory that is used for temporary storage while a computer is running. Once the computer is turned off or the file is closed, the data in RAM is wiped clean.

Question 2

What is the binary system?

Accepted Answer

The binary system is a number system with only two digits, 0 and 1. It is used extensively in computing and digital electronics.

Question 3

Which of the following is not a common element in a desktop window?

Accepted Answer

Launchpad button is only found on macOS systems and is not a common element in a desktop window on other operating systems. The other options are common elements found in most desktop windows, including those on macOS systems.

Question 4

Mia needs to upload her homework to her school's LMS for grading.She has several versions of the file that include feedback from her instructor , her brother, and a classmate.How can Mia ensure she's uploading the finished version for grading?

Accepted Answer

The modified date reflects the last changes made to the file. Mia should check the modified date to ensure she is uploading the most current and finished version of her homework. The creation date just shows when the file was created, the file size may not necessarily indicate whether it is the final version, and the last accessed date may not always reflect the most recent changes.

Question 5

The Unicode coding scheme supports a variety of characters including those for Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic languages.

Accepted Answer

The Unicode coding scheme supports characters from a variety of languages, including Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, and many others.

Question 6

What type of hard drive has no moving parts, making it fast and durable?

Accepted Answer

A solid state drive (SSD) has no moving parts, making it faster and more durable than a traditional magnetic hard drive. It uses flash memory to store data, allowing for faster read/write speeds and eliminating the risk of mechanical failure. The other options (DVD and tape drive) are not hard drives at all, and are not as fast or durable as an SSD.

Question 7

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Accepted Answer

The operating system is generally stored on the computer's internal hard drive.

Question 8

Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy.If Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices, including his computer, smartphone, and tablet, where should he store them?

Accepted Answer

Cloud storage allows for easy accessibility of files on multiple devices, making it the best choice for Jason to store his vacation pictures. RAM is temporary storage and ROM is non-volatile memory, neither of which provides the same level of accessibility as cloud storage. Storing the pictures on a compact disk would limit the accessibility to only devices with a disk drive.

Question 9

Rylie is trying to save a file named Rylie:Portfolio.docx, but she keeps getting an error message.How can she fix the problem?

Accepted Answer

The colon (:) is not a valid character for file names in most operating systems. Therefore, Rylie should use the filename RyliePortfolio.docx without the colon.

Question 10

What is the file management tool available by default on a macOS computer?

Accepted Answer

The default file management tool available on a macOS computer is Finder. It allows users to organize and manage their files and folders, as well as browse through their computer's directories. The other options listed - File Explorer, Clipboard, and iCloud - are not default file management tools on a macOS computer.

Question 11

When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output, it does so with _____.

Accepted Answer

The control unit and the arithmetic logic unit are both components of a CPU and are responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations. The hard drive and RAM are not directly involved in the execution of instructions, and while the cache and motherboard may play a role in performance, they are not the primary components responsible for executing instructions. RAM and ROM are types of memory and are not the same as the control unit and arithmetic logic unit.

Question 12

Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents?

Accepted Answer

Dynamic RAM (DRAM) needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents whereas Static RAM (SRAM) does not require constant refreshing. Magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM) and Flash Memory are non-volatile and do not require constant refreshing.

Question 13

Which of these is an optical medium of storage?

Accepted Answer

Blu-ray discs use optical technology to store data through the use of a laser to read and write data onto the disc's surface. Solid state drives, cloud storage, and hard disk drives are not optical storage mediums.

Question 14

What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?

Accepted Answer

USB flash drives are small, portable and widely available. They have high storage capacities and can be easily plugged into different computers to transfer files quickly and easily.

Question 15

What type of information is included in your user account?

Accepted Answer

User accounts typically include a username and password as a way to identify and authenticate the user. Apps, hardware, and files are not necessarily part of the user account itself, but rather what the user has accessed or added to the device while using the account.

Question 16

If you press the key corresponding to letter A on the keyboard, what process is carried out inside the CPU to display the letter on the screen?

Accepted Answer

When a key is pressed on the keyboard, an electrical signal is sent to the CPU. The CPU then converts the signal into binary code and processes it, recognizing that it corresponds to the letter 'A'. The binary code is then sent to the monitor, which converts it back into the corresponding character 'A' for display on the screen. Therefore, the correct choice is C.

Question 17

Which of these file sizes is largest?

Accepted Answer

GB (gigabyte) is larger than MB (megabyte), KB (kilobyte), and B (byte), so 3 GB is the largest file size listed.

Question 18

What happens to files in a folder on a Windows system when the folder is deleted?

Accepted Answer

When a folder is deleted on a Windows system, the files within that folder are moved to the Recycle Bin, unless the deletion bypasses the Recycle Bin (e.g., by using Shift+Delete). This allows for the possibility of recovery before permanent deletion.

Question 19

Rochelle's browser on her Windows computer has frozen and is not responding to any commands.She wants to stop the app to solve the problem and does not need to save work she was doing in the browser.What administrative tool allows her to shut down the browser?

Accepted Answer

Task Manager is the administrative tool that allows a user to end the task of a frozen application on a Windows computer.

Question 20

Which type of memory is permanently installed on your computer and attached to the motherboard?

Accepted Answer

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