Computer Fundamentals

1.  Which of the following languages is more suited to a structured program?
A. PL/1
B. FORTRAN
C. BASIC
D. PASCAL
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


2.  A computer assisted method for the recording and analyzing of existing or hypothetical systems is
A. Data transmission
B. Data flow
C. Data capture
D. Data processing
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


3.  The brain of any computer system is
A. ALU
B. Memory
C. CPU
D. Control unit
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


4.  What difference does the 5th generation computer have from other generation computers?
A. Technological advancement
B. Scientific code
C. Object Oriented Programming
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


 5.  Which of the following computer language is used for artificial intelligence?
A. FORTRAN
B. PROLOG
C. C
D. COBOL
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


6.  The tracks on a disk which can be accessed without repositioning the R/W heads is
A. Surface
B. Cylinder
C. Cluster
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


 7.  Which of the following is the 1's complement of 10?
A. 01
B. 110
C. 11
D. 10
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


8.  A section of code to which control is transferred when a processor is interrupted is known as
A. M
B. SVC
C. IP
D. MDR
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


9.  Which part interprets program instructions and initiate control operations.
A. Input
B. Storage unit
C. Logic unit
D. Control unit
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


10.  The binary system uses powers of
A. 2
B. 10
C. 8
D. 16
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


11.  A computer program that converts assembly language to machine language is
A. Compiler
B. Interpreter
C. Assembler
D. Comparator
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C



12.  The time required for the fetching and execution of one simple machine instruction is
A. Delay time
B. CPU cycle
C. Real time
D. Seek time
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


13.  The time for which a piece of equipment operates is called
A. Seek time
B. Effective time
C. Access time
D. Real time
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


14.  Binary numbers need more places for counting because
A. They are always big numbers
B. Any no. of 0's can be added in front of them
C. Binary base is small
D. 0's and l's have to be properly spaced apart
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


15.  Which access method is used for obtaining a record from a cassette tape?
A. Direct
B. Sequential
C. Random
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


 16.  Any type of storage that is used for holding information between steps in its processing is
A. CPU
B. Primary storage
C. Intermediate storage
D. Internal storage
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C



17.  A name applied by Intel corp. to high speed MOS technology is called
A. HDLC
B. LAP
C. HMOS
D. SDLC
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


18.  A program component that allows structuring of a program in an unusual way is known as
A. Correlation
B. Coroutine
C. Diagonalization
D. Quene
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


19.  The radian of a number system
A. Is variable
B. Has nothing to do with digit position value
C.
Equals the number of its distinct counting digits
D. Is always an even number
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


20.  The section of the CPU that selects, interprets and sees to the execution of program instructions
A. Memory
B. Register unit
C. Control unit
D. ALU
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C




21.  Which type of system puts the user into direct conversation with the computer through a keyboard?
A. Real time processing
B. Interactive computer
C. Batch processing
D. Time sharing
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


22.  The term referring to evacuating the content of some part of the machine is known as
A. Dump
B. Enhancement
C. Down
D. Compiler
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


23.  A single packet on a data link is known as
A. Path
B. Frame
C. Block
D. Group
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


24.  The process of communicating with a file from a terminal is
A. Interactive
B. Interrogation
C. Heuristic
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


25.  A common boundary between two systems is called
A. Interdiction
B. Interface
C. Surface
D. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


26.  The examination and changing of single bits or small groups of his within a word is called
A. Bit
B. Byte
C. Bit manipulation
D. Bit slice
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


27.  Which computer has been designed to be as compact as possible?
A. Mini
B. Super computer
C. Micro computer
D. Mainframe
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


28.  Which method is used to connect a remote computer?
A. Device
B. Dialup
C. Diagnostic
D. Logic circuit
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


29.  How many bit code is used by Murray code for TELEPRINTER machines.
A. 4
B. 5
C. 9
D. 25
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


30.  The symbols used in an assembly language are
A. Codes
B. Mnemonics
C. Assembler
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


31.  The 2's complement of a binary no. is obtained by adding.....to its 1's complement.
A. 0
B. 1
C. 10
D. 12
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


32.  A systems programming language for microcomputers in the Intel family is
A. PL/C
B. PL/CT
C. PL/M
D. PLA
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


33.  A datum that indicates some important state in the content of input or output is
A. Sequence
B. Sentinel
C. SIO
D. Sibling
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


34.  Which is a non-standard version of a computing language?
A. PROLOG
B. APL
C. Army
D. PL/1
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


35.  Which of the following is still useful for adding numbers?
A. EDSAC
B. ENIAC
C. Abacus
D. UNIVAC
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


36.  The average time necessary for the correct sector of a disk to arrive at the read write head is _____
A. Down time
B. Seek time
C. Rotational delay
D. Access time
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C



37.  A number that is used to control the form of another number is known as
A. Map
B. Mask
C. Mamtossa
D. Marker
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


38.  A general purpose single-user microcomputer designed to be operated by one person at a time is
A. Special-purpose computer
B. KIPS
C. M
D. PC
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


39.  ASCII stands for
A.
American standard code for information interchange
B.
All purpose scientific code for information interchange
C.
American security code for information interchange
D.
American Scientific code for information interchange
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


40.  Which device of computer operation dispenses with the use of the keyboard?
A. Joystick
B. Light pen
C. Mouse
D. Touch
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


41.  The microcomputer, Intel MCS-80 is based on the widely used Intel
A. 8080 microprocessor
B. 8085 microprocessor
C. 8086 microprocessor
D. 8082 microprocessor
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


42.  Which is a machine-oriented high-level language for the GEC 4080 series machines.
A. LOGO
B. SNOBOL
C. Babbage
D. ALGOL
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


43.  A program that is employed in the development, repair or enhancement of other programs is known as
A. System software
B. Software tool
C. Applications program
D. Utility program
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


44.  Any storage device added to a computer beyond the immediately usable main storage is known as
A. Floppy disk
B. Hard disk
C. Backing store
D. Punched card
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


45.  Which output device is used for translating information from a computer into pictorial form on paper.
A. Mouse
B. Plotter
C. Touch panel
D. Card punch
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


46.  The list of coded instructions is called
A. Computer program
B. Algorithm
C. Flowchart
D. Utility programs
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


1.  A technique used by codes to convert an analog signal into a digital bit stream is known as
A. Pulse code modulation
B. Pulse stretcher
C. Query processing
D. Queue management
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A



2.  An optical input device that interprets pencil marks on paper media is
A. O.M.R
B. Punch card reader
C. Optical scanners
D. Magnetic tape
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


3.  Most important advantage of an IC is its
A. Easy replacement in case of circuit failure
B. Extremely high reliability
C. Reduced cost
D. Low power consumption
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


4.  Data division is the third division of a _____ program.
A. COBOL
B. BASIC
C. PASCAL
D. FORTH
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


5.  Which language was devised by Dr. Seymour Aubrey Papert?
A. APL
B. COBOL
C. LOGO
D. FORTRAN
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


6.  A program that converts computer data into some code system other than the normal one is known as
A. Encoder
B. Simulation
C. Emulator
D. Coding
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


7.  A device designed to read information encoded into a small plastic card is
A. Magnetic tape
B. Badge reader
C. Tape puncher
D. Card puncher
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


8.  A hybrid computer uses a _____ to convert digital signals from a computer into analog signals.
A. Modulator
B. Demodulator
C. Modem
D. Decoder
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


9.  A group of magnetic tapes, videos or terminals usually under the control of one master is
A. Cylinder
B. Cluster
C. Surface
D. Track
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


10.  Any device that performs signal conversion is
A. Modulator
B. Modem
C. Keyboard
D. Plotter
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


11.  Codes consisting of light and dark marks which may be optically read is known as
A. Mnemonics
B. Bar code
C. Decoder
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


12.  A type of channel used to connect a central processor and peripherals which uses multipling is known as
A. Modem
B. Network
C. Multiplexer
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


13.  The first generation of computers available was based on the bit micro processors.
A. 4
B. 8
C. 16
D. 64
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


14.  The complete picture of data stored in database is known as
A. Record
B. Schema
C. System flowchart
D. DBMS
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


15.  Which of the following is intended to be used in all applications runs on mainframe computers.
A. LOGO
B. APL
C. PL/1
D. OCCAM
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C

16.  A language which is close to that used within the computer is
A. High-level language
B. Assembly language
C. Low-level language
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


17.  Which is a unit representing the no bits of discrete.
A. Baud
B. Byte
C. Bit
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


18.  The device that can both feed data into and accept data from a computer is
A. ALU
B. CPU
C. Input-Output device
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


19.  The personnel who deals with the computer & its management put together are called
A. Software
B. Humanware
C. Firmware
D. Hardware
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


20.  A modern digital computer has
A. Extremely high speed
B. Large memory
C. Almost unlimited array
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


21.  Which of the following can store information in the form of microscopic pits on metal disks.
A. Laser disks
B. Tape cassettes
C. RAM cartridge
D. Punched cards
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A



22.  A device for converting handwritten impressions into coded characters & positional coordinates for input to a computer is
A. Touch panel
B. Mouse
C. Wand
D. Writing tablet
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


23.  A storage system for small amounts of data is
A. Magnetic card
B. Magnetic tape
C. Punched card
D. Optical mark reader
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A



24.  Which is another name for functional language?
A. Machine
B. Application language
C. Low-level language
D. High-level language
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


25.  Compilers and interpreters are themselves
A. High-level language
B. Codes
C. Programs
D. Mnemonics
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


26.  A compiler means
A. A person who compiles source programs
B. The same thing as a programmer
C. Keypunch operator
D.
A program which translates source program into object program
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


27.  A pen shaped device which can sense light, and is used to point at spots on a video screen.
A. Mouse
B. Light pen
C. Joystick
D. Plotter
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


28.  A notation used to express clearly on algorithm is known
as
A. Algorithmic language
B. Assembly language
C. Machine language
D. High level language
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


29.  Compression of digital data for efficient storage is
A. Buffer
B. CPU
C. Packing
D. Field
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


30.  An operating system intended for use on microprocessor based systems that support a single user is
A. PC-DOS
B. MS-DOS
C. UNIX
D. CP/M
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


31.  Which programming language is based on Algol 60.
A. PILOT
B. SNOBOL
C. ADA
D. SIMULA
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


32.  Computer memory consists of
A. RAM
B. ROM
C. PROM
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


33.  A path by which communication is achieved between a central processor and other devices is called
A. Audit trail
B. Network
C. Bus
D. Channel
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


34.  A stand-alone system which produces one page of printed output at a time is
A. Page printer
B. Line printer
C. Laser printer
D. Dot matrix printer
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


35.  A memory that does not change its contents without external causes is known as
A. Dynamic memory
B. Static memory
C. RAM
D. EEPROM
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


36.  The report card and merit list forms the
A. Output data
B. Data processing
C. Central Processing
D. Input data
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


37.  A number which is stored and processed but not in the standard exponential form is called
A. Floating point number
B. Fixed point number
C. Octal number
D. Decimal number
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


38.  A memory that holds micro programs is
A. Core memory
B. ROM
C. RAM
D. Control memory
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


39.  A device invented by Dr. Bobeck in 1966, for mass storage of data is
A. Punched paper tape
B. Magnetic bubble storage
C. Magnetic tape
D. Magnetic disk
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


40.  The organization and interconnection of the various components of a computer system is
A. Architecture
B. Networks
C. Graphics
D. Designing
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


41.  Which of the following is the coding of data so that is can't be easily understood if intercepted.
A. Barcode
B. Decoder
C. Encryption
D. Mnemonics
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


42.  RAM is used as a short memory because it is
A. Volatile
B. Has small capacity
C. Is very expensive
D. Is programmable
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


43.  A modern electronic computer is a machine that is meant for
A. Doing quick mathematical calculations
B.
Input storage, manipulation of outputting of data
C. Electronic data processing
D. Performing repetitive tasks accurately
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


44.  Which is a device that changes information into digital form?
A. Modem
B. Digitizer
C. Mouse
D. Light pen
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


45.  An index register that is automatically incremented or
decremented with each use is
A. Auto index
B. Asynchronous
C. Assembler
D. Compiler
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


46.  Which network is a packet switching network?
A. Ring network
B. LAN
C. Star network
D. EuroNET
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


47.  Symbolic languages were developed in
A. 1962
B. 1950
C. 1974
D. 1980
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation


1.  As compared to diskettes, the hard disks are
A. more expensive
B. more portable
C. less rigid
D. slowly accessed
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


2.  What is the name given to the molecular-scale computer?
A. Femtocomputer
B. Nanocomputer
C. Supercomputer
D. Microcomputer
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


3.  Who is considered the 'father' of the minicomputer and one of the founder fathers of the modern computer industry world-wide?
A. George Tate
B. Kenneth H. Olsen
C. Seymour Cray
D. Basic Pascal
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


4.  6.  A billionth of a second is defined as a:
A. millisecond
B. microsecond
C. nanosecond
D. picoseconds
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C



7.  Which of the following is not currently a topic in computer science?
A. Speech recognition
B. Artificial intelligence
C. Thermodynamics
D. Multiprocessing
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


8.  Where have the program and data to be located before the ALU and control unit of a computer can operate on it?
A. Internal memory
B. Secondary memory
C. Microprocessor
D. Magnetic tapes
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


9.  When was Apple Macintosh II microcomputer introduced in the market?
A. 1964
B. 1970
C. 1983
D. 1986
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


10.  Control Unit of a digital computer is often called the
A. Clock
B. Nerve center
C. ICs
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


11.  The unit of a computer system that executes program, communicates with and often controls the operation of other subsystems of the computer is known as
A. CPU
B. Control Unit
C. I/O unit
D. Peripheral unit
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


12.  Human beings are referred to as Homosapiens. Which device is called Silico sapiens?
A. Monitor
B. Hardware
C. Robot
D. Computer
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


13.  Which access method is used for obtaining a record from a cassette tape
A. direct
B. sequential
C. random
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


14.  The most important advantage of a video disk is
A. Compactness
B. Potential capacity
C. Durability
D. Cost effectiveness
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


15.  The process of entering data into a storage location
A. adds to the contents of the location
B. cause variation in its address number
C. is known as a readout operation
D. is destructive of previous contents
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


16.  Time during which a job is processed by the computer is
A. Delay time
B. Real time
C. Execution time
D. Down time
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


17.  Which of the following is used to insure the high quality of computer output?
A. computer output microfilm
B. output controls
C. voice output systems
D. liquid crystal display
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


18.  The most common binary code in use today is the 8 bit ASCII code. What do the letters ASCII stand for?
A.
American Standard Code for International Interchange
B.
American Standard Code for Information Interchange
C.
American Standard Code for Intelligence Interchange
D.
American Scientific Code for Information Interchange
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


19.  The software used to convert source program instructions to object instruction is known as
A. Compiler
B. Assembler
C. Interpreter
D. Language processor
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


20.  Binary numbers need more places for counting because:
A. 0's and 1's can be added in front of them
B. 0's and 1's have to be properly placed
C. They are always big numbers
D. Binary base is small
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


The first microprocessors produced by Intel Corpn. and Texas Instruments were used primarily to control small
A. microwave ovens
B. washing machines
C. calculators
D. personal computers
E. robotics
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


5.  Which printer uses a combination of laser-beam & electro
photographic techniques.
A. Laser printers
B. Dot-Matrix
C. Line printer
D. Daisy wheel
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


21.  Backing storage is so named because it
A. is always kept at the back of the CP.U.
B. is slow and backward
C. backs up the computer's main memory
D. lags behind the main memory
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


22.  The ASCII code for the character J is:
A. 1001 0001
B. 1001 1010
C. 0100 1010
D. 1010 0001
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


23.  Off-line operation is the operation of devices without the control of
A. Memory
B. CPU
C. ALU
D. Control unit
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


24.  What is meant by a dedicated computer?
A. Which is used by one person only
B. Which is assigned one and only one task
C. Which uses on kind of software
D. Which is meant for application software only
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


25.  Which of the following is the user programmed semiconductor memory?
A. SRAM
B. DRAM
C. EPROM
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


26.  An instruction that transfers program control to one or more possible paths is known as
A. Utility program
B. System software
C. Broadband channel
D. Application program
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


27.  The two kinds of main Memory are:
A. Primary and secondary
B. Random and sequential
C. ROM and RAM
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


28.  Name of the first guided weapon in the world which used a programmable digital computer:
A. Sting Ray Torpedo
B. Mk 46 Torpedo
C. Air-Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM)
D. Tomahawk Missile
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


29.  Programs designed to perform specific tasks is called known as
A. System software
B. Application software
C. Utility programs
D. Operating system
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


30.  What is the name given to the weapons which use computerised guidance system?
A. Guided weapons
B. Smart weapons
C. Dumb weapons
D. Starwars weapons
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


31.  A monitor's _____ is the distance between the holes in the mask behind the screen. This helps determine how sharp the dots appear.
A. refresh rate
B. dot pitch
C. resolution
D. color depth
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


32.  The ALU of a computer normally contains a number of high speed storage elements called
A. semiconductor memory
B. registers
C. hard disk
D. magnetic disk
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


33.  What is the name of the printer which prints all the A's in a line before all the B's?
A. Thermal printer
B. Electrostatic printer
C. Line printer
D. Ink-jet printer
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


34.  A _____ is simply an arrangement where multiple disk drives appear as a single disk drive to the user.
A. disk
B. disk array
C. bunch of disks
D. disk pack
E. spanned drive
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


35.  Conversion of binary number 1010101000010111 to hexadecimal number is
A. D8F916
B. A8B916
C. AA1716
D. D9F816
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


36.  In comparison with static RAM memory, the dynamic
RAM memory has
A.
lower bit density and higher power consumption
B.
higher bit density and higher power consumption
C. lower bit density and lower power consumption
D.
higher bit density and lower power consumption
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


37.  Which of the following holds data and processing instructions temporarily until the CPU needs it?
A. ROM
B. control unit
C. main memory
D. coprocessor chips
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option C


38.  A multi programming system is one that can
A. run very fast
B.
share hardware resources with many programs simultaneously
C. compute many programs simultaneously
D. use many operating systems
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


39.  The language that is an input for statement translation is called
A. Assembly language
B. Source language
C. High-level language
D. Object language
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


40.  All the instructions and procedures needed to start up a computer, to the point it can load an operating system, are stored in ROM chips. In IBM compatible PCs this is called the _____
A. RAM BIOS
B. ROM BIOS
C. EPROM
D. POST
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


 41.  Before a disk drive can access any sector record, a
computer program has to provide the record's disk address. What information does this address specify?
A. Track number
B. Sector number
C. Surface number
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D


42.  A high speed device used in CPU for temporary storage during processing is called
A. A register
B. A bus
C. A databus
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


43.  Computers are extremely fast and have fantastic memories. However, the only thing they can remember is
A. Instruction
B. Series of 1s and 0s
C. Boolean algebra
D. Logic theorems
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option B


44.  The first electronic digital computer contained?
A. Electronic valves
B. Vacuum tubes
C. Transistors
D. Semiconductor memory
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option A


45.  Name the two persons who were the first to develop a model of the microprocessor chip.
A. Marcian Ted Hoff
B. Victor Poor
C. Harry pyle
D. Both (b) and (c)
E. None of the above
Answer & Explanation
Answer: Option D