Lesson T4.1.1
T4.1.1 Hardware and software components Quiz: KS3 Computing, Unit 4
20 questions
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Lesson T4.1.1, Hardware and software components: 20 multiple choice questions for the KS3 Computing (National Curriculum), Unit 4: Computer systems, written with Revision Ninja.
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The 20 questions
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Which hardware component carries out instructions and calculations for programs?
- CPU
- Motherboard
- RAM
- Hard drive
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Which type of computer memory loses its contents when powered off?
- ROM
- RAM
- Hard disk
- Flash drive
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What is the primary function of an operating system?
- Compile code
- Manage hardware
- Browse internet
- Create documents
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Which of these is an example of application software?
- Word processor
- Device driver
- Operating system
- BIOS
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Which of these is classified as an input device?
- Microphone
- Speaker
- Monitor
- Printer
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Which of these is classified as an output device?
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Microphone
- Projector
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Which storage device has no moving parts and uses flash memory?
- Magnetic tape
- Magnetic hard disk
- Solid state drive
- Optical disc
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What unit is processor clock speed measured in?
- Bytes
- Hertz
- Pixels
- Watts
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What is the main effect of running out of RAM while multitasking?
- File size increases
- System slows down
- Monitor turns off
- Screen resolution drops
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Which peripheral device is classed as an input device?
- Keyboard
- Monitor
- Speaker
- Printer
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What is the main purpose of computer software?
- Cool processor
- Give instructions
- Store electricity
- Connect cables
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Which of these is an example of system software?
- Spreadsheet
- Game
- Device driver
- Web browser
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What term describes software permanently stored on a hardware chip?
- Firmware
- Freeware
- Malware
- Shareware
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What is a key advantage of having a higher processor clock speed?
- Faster instructions
- Higher resolution
- Larger screen
- More storage
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Which main component connects all internal computer parts together?
- Motherboard
- Graphics card
- Heat sink
- Power supply
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Which benefit does cloud storage provide over local hard drives?
- Remote access
- Free power
- Faster CPU
- More RAM
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What is the primary function of a graphics card?
- Cooling CPU
- Routing data
- Storing files
- Processing images
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Which hardware device converts a printed picture into a digital file?
- Printer
- Monitor
- Scanner
- Speaker
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Why is secondary storage used in a computer alongside RAM?
- Non-volatile retention
- Faster speed
- Cooling down
- Displaying graphics
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Which hardware component causes an 'insufficient memory' error when opening large applications?
- CPU
- RAM
- Graphics card
- Hard drive
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