Basic MCQ Computer SCIENCE

  Basic MCQ Computer Knowledge PART -1



1 . The arithmetic/logic unit performs the following actions
A.checks data for accuracy
B.do calculations using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
C.does logical comparisons, such as equal to, greater than, less than
D.do both calculations and logical comparisons
Answer: D

2 . The computer's processor consists of the following parts
A.CPU and Main Memory
B.Hard Disk and Floppy Drive
C.Main Memory and Storage
D.Control Unit and ALU
Answer: A

3 . A microprocessor is the brain of the computer and is also called a(n)...................
A.microchipB.macrochip
C.macroprocessorD.calculator

Answer: C



4 . Main memory works in conjuction with......................
A.special function cards
B.RAM
C.CPU
D.Intel

Answer: C



5 . When speaking of computer input and output, input refers to...........................
A.any data processing that occurs from new data input into the computer
B.data or information that has been entered into the computer
C.the transmission of data that has been input into the computer
D.both (B) and (C)

Answer: D

6 . The main job of a CPU is to....................
A.carry out program instructions
B.store data/information for future use
C.process data and information
D.both (A) and (B)
Answer: D

7 . All of the logic and mathematical calculations done by the computer happen in/on the....................
A.system board
B.central control unit
C.central processing unit
D.memory
Answer: C

8 . The primary goal of a computer is to turn data into...........................
A.ideasB.suggestions
C.informationD.reports

Answer: C



9 . Arithmatic operations................................
A.involve matching one data item to another to determine if the first item is greater than, equal to, or less than the other item
B.sort data items according to standard, predefined criteria in ascending order or descending order
C.use conditions with operators such as AND, OR, and NOT
D.include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Answer: D

10 . Once information is input into a computer it becomes-
A.objectsB.data
C.ideasD.facts
Answer: B

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