Question 1

A file created by Microsoft PowerPoint is usually called a ____.
A) document
B) spreadsheet
C) slide show
D) presentation

Accepted Answer

A PowerPoint file is commonly referred to as a presentation, as it is typically used to create and display slide shows for various purposes such as business meetings or educational lectures.

Question 2

When you install a new application on your computer running Windows 8, a(n) ____ is typically added to the Start screen.
A) tile
B) icon
C) file name
D) application start button

Accepted Answer

When a new application is installed on a computer running Windows 8, a tile is typically added to the Start screen. These are larger than icons and can display live information or updates from the application.

Question 3

A ____ contains information about the current condition of the application.
A) scroll bar
B) title bar
C) status bar
D) menu bar

Accepted Answer

A status bar is located at the bottom of an application and displays information about the current status or condition of the application, such as the current page number in a document, the progress of a download, or the status of a connection. A scroll bar is used to navigate through content that is too large to display on the screen. A title bar typically displays the name of the application and the name of the current document or window. A menu bar typically displays a list of menus that allow the user to access different functions and features of the application.

Question 4

Referring to the picture above, which callout points to a group?
A) B
B) C
C) D
D) E

Accepted Answer

The answer of  Referring to the picture above, which...

Question 5

To use your computer more efficiently you should ____.
A) run as many applications as possible
B) close all applications you do not need
C) run only one application at a time
D) close all applications that are running except one

Accepted Answer

Running unnecessary applications can slow down your computer and drain its resources. By closing all applications you do not need, you can free up memory and processing power for the tasks you are currently working on, making your computer run more efficiently.

Question 6

Which of the following terms is consistent with Microsoft terminology?
A) application
B) software
C) program
D) app

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following terms is consistent...

Question 7

The Close button in an application window is used ____.
A) only to stop the application
B) to stop the application and to close the window
C) to minimize the application window
D) only to close the application window

Accepted Answer

The Close button in an application window is used both to stop the application and to close the window. This action typically ends the running process of the application and removes its window from the screen.

Question 8

The Dialog Box Launcher is located in the ____ corner of a group.
A) lower-right
B) upper-left
C) upper-right
D) lower-left

Accepted Answer

The Dialog Box Launcher is located in the lower-right corner of a group in the ribbon of Microsoft Office applications.

Question 9

Referring to the picture above, which callout points to the Quick Access toolbar?
A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D

Accepted Answer

Callout B points to the Quick Access toolbar.

Question 10

Which of the following uses the Windows 8 Start screen to open a file?
A) Typing the file name and selecting the file from the Files list
B) Double-clicking a file name within File explorer
C) Double-clicking a file shortcut icon
D) Using the Open dialog box provided by an application

Accepted Answer

The Windows 8 Start screen has a search bar that allows users to type in the name of the file they want to open and select it from the list of files that appear. This is a quick and convenient way to open files without having to navigate through folders or applications.

Question 11

An application window does not contain ____.
A) a title bar
B) a status bar
C) sizing buttons
D) an edit bar

Accepted Answer

An edit bar is not a standard feature of an application window. It is possible for an application to include an edit bar, but it is not a ubiquitous feature like the title bar, status bar, and sizing buttons.

Question 12

____ contain(s) formatting options for an object.
A) The Quick Access toolbar
B) The Dialog Box Launcher
C) Contextual tabs
D) Commands

Accepted Answer

Contextual tabs appear on the Ribbon in Office applications when you select a specific object and contain formatting options and commands specific to that object, making it easier to make changes to it.

Question 13

Although multiple applications can be open at the same time, only ____ application(s) can be active.
A) one
B) two
C) three
D) all

Accepted Answer

Only one application can be in the foreground and receive input at any given time. While multiple applications may be running in the background, only one can be actively used by the user.

Question 14

Referring to the picture above, what is missing from the application window?
A) Status bar
B) Title bar
C) Scroll bars
D) Sizing buttons

Accepted Answer

The answer of  Referring to the picture above, what...

Question 15

How many data files can be opened at the same time using Microsoft Word?
A) only one
B) not more than three
C) as many as needed
D) not more than four

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Word allows users to open as many data files as needed at the same time.

Question 16

A file created by Microsoft Word is usually called a ____.
A) document
B) spreadsheet
C) slide show
D) presentation

Accepted Answer

A file created by Microsoft Word is commonly referred to as a document.

Question 17

To access the commands for an application, Microsoft Office 2013 features a(n) ____.
A) tile
B) icon
C) ribbon
D) command line

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Office 2013 features a ribbon that contains multiple tabs, each of which represents a command group. Each command group hosts a set of related commands that are used to perform specific tasks within the application.

Question 18

If an application window is minimized, clicking the application's button on the ____ restores the window to its previous size and location.
A) status bar
B) taskbar
C) title bar
D) menu bar

Accepted Answer

The taskbar is the bar that appears on the bottom of the screen and shows all open applications. Clicking on the application's button on the taskbar will restore the minimized window to its previous size and location.

Question 19

To use an application icon for starting an application you should
A) double-click mouse right button
B) click mouse left button
C) double-click mouse left button
D) click mouse right button

Accepted Answer

To start an application using its icon, you typically double-click the left mouse button.

Question 20

Which of the following represents the Maximize button in an application window?
A) 
B) 
C) 
D)

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following represents the Maximize...

Quiz 1: Getting Started With Application Software

A file created by Microsoft PowerPoint is usually called a ____.

When you install a new application on your computer running Windows 8, a(n) ____ is typically added to the Start screen.

A ____ contains information about the current condition of the application.

Referring to the picture above, which callout points to a group?

To use your computer more efficiently you should ____.

Which of the following terms is consistent with Microsoft terminology?

The Close button in an application window is used ____.

The Dialog Box Launcher is located in the ____ corner of a group.

Referring to the picture above, which callout points to the Quick Access toolbar?

Which of the following uses the Windows 8 Start screen to open a file?

An application window does not contain ____.

____ contain(s) formatting options for an object.

Although multiple applications can be open at the same time, only ____ application(s) can be active.

Referring to the picture above, what is missing from the application window?

How many data files can be opened at the same time using Microsoft Word?

A file created by Microsoft Word is usually called a ____.

To access the commands for an application, Microsoft Office 2013 features a(n) ____.

If an application window is minimized, clicking the application's button on the ____ restores the window to its previous size and location.

To use an application icon for starting an application you should

Which of the following represents the Maximize button in an application window?