Question 1

To work with a web app, you use your browser on a computer or mobile device.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Web apps are designed to be accessed through a web browser, such as Google Chrome, Safari, or Mozilla Firefox, on either a computer or mobile device.

Question 2

A webpage is a document that contains codes, or _____, written in HTML to describe the content on the page.
A) styles
B) tags
C) attributes
D) variables

Accepted Answer

Tags are the codes written in HTML that describe the content on a webpage, such as headings, paragraphs, images, and links. Styles, attributes, and variables are also used in web development, but they are not used to describe the content on a webpage in the same way that tags are.

Question 3

Twitter, Tumblr, Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram are all examples of microblogging websites.

Accepted Answer

Twitter and Tumblr are examples of microblogging websites where users can post short messages and updates. Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram, while they support short posts, are more broadly categorized as social networking sites rather than strictly microblogging platforms.

Question 4

What device connects a network to the Internet through an Internet service provider?
A) A protocol
B) A modem
C) A hub
D) A server

Accepted Answer

A modem is the device that connects a network to the Internet through an Internet service provider.

Question 5

A program is a set of coded instructions written for a computer or mobile device, such as an operating system program or an application program.

Accepted Answer

A program is indeed a set of coded instructions written for a computer or mobile device.

Question 6

When you purchase a device, system software is already loaded on it. Which of the following system software settings can you customize?
A) Screen resolution
B) Amount of RAM and ROM
C) Keyboard width
D) Number of USB ports

Accepted Answer

You can customize the screen resolution of your device by adjusting the display settings in the system software. The amount of RAM and ROM, keyboard width, and number of USB ports are hardware specifications that cannot be changed through software settings.

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of digital media?
A) X-Ray images
B) Virtual reality
C) Magazines
D) Camera photographic film

Accepted Answer

Virtual reality is an example of digital media, as it is a computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional environment that can be interacted with. X-ray images and photographic film are forms of analog media, and magazines can be both digital and print.

Question 8

Which of the following do not use a central processing unit for computation?
A) Laptop
B) Smartphone
C) Scanner
D) Tablet

Accepted Answer

Scanners do not use a central processing unit for computation. They simply capture images and send them to a computer for processing. Laptops, smartphones, and tablets all have CPUs for computation.

Question 9

The greatest risk in using computers and smartphones comes from electronic waste.

Accepted Answer

While electronic waste is a significant issue, there are other risks associated with using computers and smartphones such as security breaches, online scams, and cyberbullying. It is important to dispose of electronic waste properly to prevent harm to the environment and individuals, but it is not the greatest risk associated with using these devices.

Question 10

Computer hardware includes internal and external electronic devices connected to the computer.

Accepted Answer

Computer hardware includes both internal devices such as the motherboard, CPU, and RAM, as well as external devices such as keyboards, mice, and monitors connected to the computer.

Question 11

If someone has become very attached to their mobile device and feels anxious if they cannot connect to the Internet, what are they experiencing?
A) Technology anxiety
B) Technology addiction
C) Technology empathy
D) Technology overload

Accepted Answer

The person is exhibiting symptoms of technology addiction, which can include feeling anxious or agitated when separated from one's device or the Internet.

Question 12

What can you use to scramble information so that it cannot be read unless the user possesses a key?
A) A password
B) Encryption
C) Two-factor authentication
D) A digital certificate

Accepted Answer

Encryption is the process of converting plain text into a coded language that can only be read by authorized parties who have a key or password to unlock the message. This ensures that sensitive information remains confidential and secure even if it falls into the wrong hands.

Question 13

Julio needs to write a report and develop a budget for his job. What type of apps should he use to complete these tasks?
A) Personal interest apps
B) Productivity apps
C) Device management apps
D) Navigation apps

Accepted Answer

Julio should use productivity apps such as Microsoft Word, Excel or Google Docs and Sheets to write his report and create his budget. These apps are specifically designed to help with work-related tasks and are highly efficient for creating and editing documents and spreadsheets.

Question 14

Digital media content like animations, video, and audio are stored as bits and bytes.

Accepted Answer

Digital media content is stored in binary format, which consists of bits (0's and 1's) and bytes (8 bits). Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 15

To develop a website, you can use the following technologies EXCEPT _____.
A) HTML
B) CSS
C) Microsoft Word
D) JavaScript

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Word is not a technology used to develop websites. The other three choices (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) are essential technologies for building web pages and web applications.

Question 16

Malware can install itself only with your permission but once installed, it can damage or steal data on your computer or device.

Accepted Answer

Malware can install itself without the permission or knowledge of the user through various methods such as phishing scams, infected downloads, and exploit kits.

Question 17

Which of the following is system software?
A) Operating system
B) Microsoft Office
C) Browser
D) Chat app

Accepted Answer

System software is responsible for running and managing the computer system. The operating system is a key component of system software as it is responsible for managing the hardware, software and user interface. Microsoft Office, Browser and Chat app are examples of application software which are designed to perform specific tasks for the user.

Question 18

Mya needs to make an online payment to buy a book on an e-commerce website that she accesses on the Chrome browser. Which of the following website features should make her question its security?
A) An icon that indicates a secure connection
B) "https" in the URL
C) Requirement to sign in with a username and password
D) Absence of a lock icon in her browser window

Accepted Answer

The absence of a lock icon in the browser window indicates that the website may not be using a secure HTTPS connection, which is a potential security risk for making online payments. The other options (A, B, and C) are all indicators of a secure website and should provide reassurance to Mya that the website is a legitimate and safe place to make her payment.

Question 19

Once you save a file to a location, it is permanent and cannot be moved.

Accepted Answer

A file can be moved from one location to another, either by using the "Cut" and "Paste" or "Drag and Drop" functions, or by using a file manager program.

Quiz 7: Technology and IT: From CAM to IoT and Digital Citizenship

To work with a web app, you use your browser on a computer or mobile device.

A webpage is a document that contains codes, or _____, written in HTML to describe the content on the page.

Twitter, Tumblr, Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram are all examples of microblogging websites.

What device connects a network to the Internet through an Internet service provider?

A program is a set of coded instructions written for a computer or mobile device, such as an operating system program or an application program.

When you purchase a device, system software is already loaded on it. Which of the following system software settings can you customize?

Which of the following is an example of digital media?

Which of the following do not use a central processing unit for computation?

The greatest risk in using computers and smartphones comes from electronic waste.

Computer hardware includes internal and external electronic devices connected to the computer.

If someone has become very attached to their mobile device and feels anxious if they cannot connect to the Internet, what are they experiencing?

What can you use to scramble information so that it cannot be read unless the user possesses a key?

Julio needs to write a report and develop a budget for his job. What type of apps should he use to complete these tasks?

Digital media content like animations, video, and audio are stored as bits and bytes.

To develop a website, you can use the following technologies EXCEPT _____.

Malware can install itself only with your permission but once installed, it can damage or steal data on your computer or device.

Which of the following is system software?

Mya needs to make an online payment to buy a book on an e-commerce website that she accesses on the Chrome browser. Which of the following website features should make her question its security?

Once you save a file to a location, it is permanent and cannot be moved.