Unit E MCQs

Level 1

2. Which one of the following is an input device?

a Scanner.

b Printer.

c Loudspeaker.

d Plotter.

 

3. Which one of the following parts of a computer is necessary to enable it to play music?

a Sound card.

b CD-ROM.

c MIDI interface.

d Serial interface.

 

4. Which one of the following printers is suitable for printing sprocket fed carbon copies?

a Laser.

b Dot matrix.

c Ink-jet.

d Drum.

 

6. A spreadsheet is the BEST application for

a handling simple accounts

b writing a report which included tables

c producing a grid-referenced map

d keeping an inventory of equipment used.

 

7. Which one of the following is considered to be SYSTEMS software?

a Generic .

b File management.

c Database.

d Presentation.

 

8. To be effective a virus checker should be

a replaced regularly

b never updated

c updated regularly

d updated once a year.

 

9. Which one of the following software applications would be the MOST appropriate for

performing numerical and statistical calculations?

a Database.

b Document processor.

c Graphics package.

d Spreadsheet.

 

10. The BEST description of the usual directory and folders structure on a computer is a

a tree

b loop

c chain

d list.

 

11. Passwords enable users to

a get into the system quickly

b make efficient use of time

c retain confidentiality of files

d simplify file structures.

 

 

12. How many bytes do 4 Kilobytes represent?

a 512.

b 1024.

c 4096.

d 8192.

 

 

13. Back up of the data files will help to prevent

a loss of confidentiality

b duplication of data

c virus infection

d loss of data.

 

14. Which one of the following is a shortcut commonly used to switch between programs?

a Alt+shift.

b Ctrl+Shift.

c Ctrl+Tab.

d Alt+Tab.

 

15. When a terminal connected to a network validates a password, the checking is done by the

a disk operating system

b Graphical User Interface operating system

c Network operating system

d terminal operating system.

 

16. Video conferencing is BEST described as a communication link used to conduct

meetings between people

a in different locations, which may be international

b in different locations, which must be in the same country

c in the same location

d in the same company.

 

17. Automated transactions for the purchase of goods over the Internet is called

a E-shopping

b Web purchase

c E-commerce

d Web shopping.

 

 

18. Eye strain can be reduced by

a increasing the monitor brightness

b sitting closer to the monitor

c using the lowest screen resolution possible

d taking frequent short breaks.

 

Level 2 IT Principles

1. Output which is made up of pictures, sound and video is BEST described as

a graphics

b multimedia

c hard copy

d multi aspect.

 

 

3. Which one of the following is the MOST common internet protocol?

a TCP/IP .

b HTML.

c IPX/SPX.

d NetBEUI.

 

 

4. The advantage of a PC network is that

a access to the internet is quicker

b files can be shared

c the printer can do 1000s of pages a day

d the operating system is easy to use.

 

5. The speed of a PC is measured in

a Nanoseconds

b Megabytes

c Kiloseconds

d Megahertz.

 

6. Which one of the following types of storage devices uses a laser?

a Zip drive.

b Magnetic tape.

c CD drive.

d Hard drive.

 

 

7. Opening the hole on a 3 ½ disk will

a copy protect the data

b re protect the data

c back up the data

d write protect the data .

 

 

8. A gigabyte is equal to

a 1024 bytes

b a million megabytes

c a thousand kilobytes

d 1024 megabytes.

 

 

9. An advantage of integrated software is that

a each application is bought separately

b applications are compatible with each other

c it has to be installed on a network

d it does not need a site licence.

 

10. A field item in a database for a postcode with the format HP16 4LU is best input with a

data type of

a Number

b Text

c Memo

d Logical.

 

 

11. Which one of the following would be the BEST to use to produce 100 letters to clients?

a Personal information manager.

b Email group.

c Desktop publisher.

d Mail merge.

 

 

12. Which one of the following groups contains graphical file extensions?

a JPG, CPX, GCM.

b GIF, TCF, WMF.

c TCP, JPG, BMP.

d JPG, GIF, BMP.

 

 

13. The term A:\ refers to

a a file name

b a subdirectory

c the root directory

d the hard drive.

 

14. A package, which can be used for a short period before purchasing it is termed

a try and buy

b freeware

c shareware

d borrow-ware.

 

 

15. The MAIN problem associated with leaving screens on is that

a the monitor gets hot

b the power goes off

c an image burns in

d screen savers can be timed.

 

16. Protecting files from view by others is BEST achieved by

a copyright

b backup

c read only

d passwords.

 

 

17. Which one of the following is a source of danger in a PC suite ?

a Unobstructed fire doors

b Ducted cables

c Fire extinguishers

d Trailing cables

 

 

18. Slouching in a chair in front of a PC should be avoided because

a you tend to fall asleep

b your work does not get finished

c you can injure your back

d vision can be impaired.

 

 

19. Ergonomics is the study of

a work output related to time

b how people interact with each other

c how we can get the most out of our machinery

d how people interact with their surroundings.

 

 

20. The BEST method of cleaning a keyboard is to use

a nail polish remover

b foam cleaner

c soap and water

d methylated spirits.

 

 

Level 3 IT Principles

1. Mega pixels are NORMALLY associated with a

a voice digitiser

b screen resolution in SVGA mode

c screen resolution in the EGA range

d digital camera.

 

2 Which one of the following is the MAIN function of a ‘driver’ file?

a Enables someone to learn windows.

b Enables a specific device to work.

c Configures auto route express.

d Used mainly for PC golf games.

 

3. UPS stands for

a universal port serial

b up-line provider service

c uninterruptable power supply

d uniform page source.

 

 

4 A ‘jaz’ drive is used to produce a

a specific type of MPEG coding for MP3 files

b driver file that allows instruments to be hooked up to a PC

c removable storage media

d optical music media .

 

 

5. ‘Bespoke’ is

a a system for using telephones over a computer and the internet

b a file driver for playing voice files

c software that has been written specifically for an individual user

d a technique for reading text files aloud for a visually impaired user.

 

 

6 Shareware is software

a you can buy and share with anyone

b that you can use totally free of charge continually

c you can obtain from anywhere but must purchase after a set time

d that can only be shared over an in-house network.

 

 

7. The main problem associated with uninstalling software is that

a orphan files can be left on the system

b the program executable may not allow it to be uninstalled

c the system requires a network administrator to uninstall it

d the system always requires a re-boot and defrag afterwards.

 

8. Passwords are applied to files in order to

a assist in maintenance

b speed up access

c prevent unauthorised access

d allow encryption.

 

9 File extensions are used in order to

a name the file

b ensure the filename is not lost

c identify the file

d identify the file type.

 

 

10. Which one of the following would breach the integrity of a system?

a Locking the room to prevent theft.

b Full access rights for all users.

c Fitting the system with an anti-theft device.

d Protecting the system against wilful or accidental damage.

 

 

11. The term HTTP stands for

a hyper terminal tracing program

b hypertext tracing program

c hypertext transfer protocol

d hypertext tracing protocol.

 

 

13. Software which prevents external access to a system is termed

a firewall

b gateway

c router

d virus checker.

 

14. Protocol is

a software that facilitates connection to the internet

b a list of rules for transferring data over a network

c software that allows file copying

d a gateway calling program for internet bridging.

 

 

15. Which one of the following is a valid email address?

a enquiries@guilds.co.uk

b sales@enquiries.guilds.co.uk

c @sales.enquiries@guilds.co.uk

d sales.enquiries.guilds.co.uk

 

 

19. Which one of the following is NOT a network topology?

a Star.

b Bus.

c Linear.

d Ring.

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Test 1

1. A spreadsheet range cannot be:

 

A. A dynamic table in a database

B. A dynamic table in a word processor

C. A dynamic table in a presentation application

D. A dynamic table on the Web

 

2. RTF is useful for

 

A. passing files between different word processing applications

B. passing files between different spreadsheet applications

C. passing files between different database applications

D. passing files between different web browsers

 

3. Files stored with an extension .txt can

 

A. contain infrequently used symbols

B. contain bold and underline characters

C. contain common ASCII characters

D. only be viewed in a text processor

 

4. When inserting a chart from a spreadsheet into a word-processing document which may later change

 

A. you need to ensure a link is created

B. you need to make sure it is the correct size

C. you need to make sure it is a picture

D. you need to be aware of colours involved

 

5. A primary rule when using spreadsheets is:

 

A. Use as many colours as possible

B. Never retype a value which is already contained in a reference-able cell

C. Make sure gridlines are always printed

D. Only calculate formula values just before you print

 

6. Foreign language characters can be inserted:

 

A. only when a foreign keyboard is attached

B. only when a foreign language keyboard is selected

C. from the character map provided in applications

D. only when a foreign country is selected from the country setting in control panel

 

 

7. Data can be sorted chronologically in

 

A. a drawing package

B. a spreadsheet

C. a text editor

D. a presentation application

 

 

8. Zero values are

 

A. irrelevant in formula calculation

B. equivalent to a space in a cell

C. equivalent to a blank cell

D. included in formula calculations

 

 

9. A spreadsheet is better than a database when

 

A. lots of sorting needs to take place

B. there is a restriction of the amount of memory available

C. All data entered needs to be validated

D. Dataset only contains a few rows and columns

 

 

10 The best type of chart to show the proportion of money spent on each item is a

 

A. Line chart

B. Bar chart

C. Column Chart

D. Pie chart

 

 


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Test 2

1. An old computer is to be disposed of. You must:

 

A. Remove all confidential data

B. Delete the operating system

C. Delete all applications software

D. Recycle all gold parts

 

 

2. "In computing terms 'Grandfather, Father, Son' represents:"

 

A. A family tree

B. A method of cycling backup tapes

C. the age of disks used in backups

D. propagation of a virus

 

3. A telephone caller asks for copies of all their held data;

 

A. You request their address to send them a copy

B. decline to talk to them on the grounds of commercial sensitivity

C. inform them of their rights under the DPA

D. ask them to put the request in writing

 

4. A fire destroys all your computer equipment. You aren't worried because

 

A. your company will soon be out of business

B. your company has sensitive data stored off site

C. all sensitive data is stored by the responsible person under the DPA

D. there is no need to comply with the DPA any more

 

5. As a manager you need to ensure

 

A. your workers are fit and healthy in what they eat

B. comfortable and efficient in their work space

C. provided access to the necessary equipment to prevent RSI

D. allowed a full work place survey to identify potential hazards when using a computer

 

6. Risk of repetitive strain injury can be reduced by

 

A. buying standard height tables and chairs

B. buying power-saving monitors

C. ensuring breaks are allowed regularly

D. providing free eye tests

 

7. "Toner cartridges when empty should:"

 

A. be burned

B. be recycled with the supplier

C. be put in the waste bin

D. be kept to ensure all future cartridges are the same size

 

8. An environmentally friendly monitor can

 

A. be recycled

B. be aesthetically pleasing to the office

C. be used in a variety of harsh environments

D. save money by using less power

 

9. When printing a document you should always:

 

A. Print a draft copy for storage

B. Use print preview to check pagination

C. use the highest resolution to get the best quality letter

D. print then save to ensure the copy is correct.

 

10. Data stored in a database can be manipulated and changed using

 

A. a Spreadsheet

B. a Presentation Application

C. a Word Processor

D. a Web Browser


 

Mock A

1. Which of the following principals is contained within the UK “Data Protection Act”?

 

a. You are prohibited from deliberately introducing a virus into a computer system

b. You are prohibited from maliciously altering data.

c. The right to claim compensation for damage arising from contravention of the act.

d. You are prohibited from using a computer on Sunday.

 

2. All UK Internet Service Providers will allow you to publish any information even if it is racist, libellous, pornographic or otherwise illegal.

 

a. True

b. False

 

3. If you come across any website offering the free download of pictures, legally, you are covered and can use the images for commercial purposes.

 

a. True

b. False

 

4. The “Data Protection Act” replaces the provisions of the “Computer Misuse Act”.

 

a. True

b. False

 

5. Under UK law you have the right to download and use any image that you find displayed on any website (even non-UK websites).

 

a. True

b. False

 

6. 6. Which is the least reliable back-up medium, in the following list?

 

a. Floppy disk

b. Writable CD-ROM

c. Writable DVD

d. Tape

 

7. When you select a file within a drive and then drag and drop the file to another location within the same drive, the operation will …

 

a. copy the selected file

b. move the selected file

c. delete the selected file

d. place the selected file in the recycle bin.

 

 

8. 8. In is possible to share folders over a network.

 

a. True

b. False

 

 

9. The main reason for using filters that fit in front of a screen is to …

 

a. Reduce screen glare

b. Make the screen easier to read by people with colour blindness

c. Make money for manufacturers

d. Reduce backache.

 

10. Some charities now raise funds by organising the collection and recycling of used printer cartridges.

 

a. True

b. False

 

11. You should always print a copy for reference, prior to using the “Print Preview” facility within a word processor.

 

a. True

b. False

 

12. What is the file extension RTF short for?

 

a. Rich Text Format

b. Real Text Format

c. Relational Text Format

d. Resting Text Format.

 

13. In relation to the Windows Clipboard, the keyboard shortcut for copy is ..

 

a. Ctrl+A

b. Ctrl+C

c. Ctrl+X

d. Ctrl+V

 

14. Which of the following programs is most suitable for producing a sales presentation?

 

a. Word Processor

b. Database

c. Presentation Program

d. Spreadsheet

 

15. Which of the following is an example of a database program?

 

a. Microsoft Word

b. Microsoft PowerPoint

c. Microsoft Excel

d. Microsoft Access.

 

 

16. What file extension will be used by a file created using Microsoft Word?

 

a. EXE

b. PPT

c. MWE

d. DOC

 

17. If you select a file with the extension PPT with Windows Explorer, (and you have Microsoft PowerPoint installed on your PC), then double clicking on the file will …

 

a. Display an error message

b. Display a message asking you to open Microsoft PowerPoint

c. Crash your system

d. Open Microsoft PowerPoint and display the selected file.

 

18. Microsoft Word documents can contain viruses.

 

a. True

b. False.

 

19. Approximately, how much data can be stored on a writable DVD?

 

a. 1.44 Mbytes

b. 1 GByte

c. 4.5 GBytes

d. 9 Gbytes

 

20. Which of the following is NOT a data type within the Microsoft Access database program?

 

a. Text

b. 2 digit format

c. Date/time

d. Currency.

 


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Mock B

1. You can view the complete contents of the “Data Protection Act” on-line at an official Government website.

 

a. True

b. False

 

2. Under the terms of the “Data Protection Act”, personal data must be stored securely within a computer.

 

a. True

b. False

 

3. It is not possible to catch a computer virus via the Internet.

 

a. True

b. False.

 

4. Within a large organisation, if you suspect your hard disk has “crashed” and you have lost your data you should…

 

a. Panic and look for a new job

b. Hope nobody finds out

c. Try fixing the hard disk yourself

d. Contact your IT support department.

 

5. Floppy disks are an ideal medium for backing up data.

 

a. True

b. False

 

6. Mail merge is a facility usually associated with …

 

a. A spreadsheet program

b. A word processing program

c. An Internet program

d. A graphics program.

 

7. Which of the following is recommended for people using computers for long periods of time.

 

a. Work as quickly as you can

b. Take regular breaks

c. Get another job

d. Use a green computer chair.

 

8. Which of the following would be usually regarded as being the most suitable program for keeping simple financial accounts?

 

a. A spreadsheet program

b. A word processing program

c. An Internet program

d. A graphics program.

 

9. In Microsoft Word, the keyboard shortcut to select all the document is …

 

a. Ctrl+A

b. Ctrl+V

c. Ctrl+X

d. Ctrl+C

 

10. What is the file extention TXT short for?

 

a. Teletext

b. Text

c. Test Cricket Results

d. Test

 

11. In Windows, a minimised program will appear on the …

 

a. Menu bar

b. Tool bar

c. Mars bar

d. Task bar.

 

12. Which of the following programs would be most suitable for recording details of employees of a large organisation?

 

a. A spreadsheet program

b. A word processing program

c. An Internet program

d. A database program.

 

13. Which of the following programs would be used for accessing and handling e-mails?

 

a. Microsoft Word

b. Microsoft Outlook

c. Microsoft Excel

d. Microsoft Access.

 

14. GIF and JPG file formats are examples of which type of file?

 

a. Music

b. Speech

c. Picture

d. Text

 

15. Only program files can be infected with a virus.

 

a. True

b. False

 

16. You should backup data files…

 

a. On a regular basis to suit your organisations needs

b. When you have time to do it

c. If you think your computer is about to crash

d. Every month

 

17. When using Boolean Logic, > 90 means…

 

a. All numbers greater than 90

b. All numbers less than 90

c. All numbers equal to or greater than 90

d. All numbers less than or equal to 90.

 

18. In Microsoft Word and Excel, clicking on the Save button on the Toolbar produces a dialogue box that allows you to create or change the file name of the file you are using.

 

a. True

b. False

 

19. Floppy disks are fragile and easily damaged but hard disks are robust and cannot be physically damaged.

 

a. True

b. False

 

20. In Microsoft Access, if you use the following criteria, in the surname field, in a query, what would be found? “John?”

 

a. Any surname beginning with John followed by one other character

b. Any surname beginning with John followed by any number of other characters

c. Only the surname John

d. All surnames except John

 

 

21. In what year was the current “Data Protection Act” released?

 

a. 1066

b. 1979

c. 1998

d. 2000

 

22. Some IPSs (internet Service Providers) may restrict the size of files that you can send over the Internet.

a. True

b. False

 

23. Under the terms of the “data Protection act” must not be transferred to countries that do not have data protection legislation. True or false

 

a. True

b. False

 

 

24. Under section 3 of the “computer Misuse Act” it is an offence to modify computer data programmes without the necessary authority. A person found guilty of contravening this part of the act is liable to unlimited fines and a prison sentence of up to five years (or both). True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

25. In most cases it is legal to download music and films form peer-to-peer web systems such as Kazaa. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

26. Which of the following methods could be used to display windows Explorer?

 

a. Double click on the start button.

b. Double click on the status bar.

c. Right click on the Desktop and from the popup menu displayed select explorer.

d. Right click on the Start button and from the popup menu displayed select Explore.

 

27. The Cut demand (under the Edit drop down menu) can be used to copy one item from one place or another. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

28. If you share a folder over a network it can be deleted by anyone else accessing the network. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

29. An employer has a legal duty to pay for eye tests for employees. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

30. A flat screen monitor (similar to the type of screen traditionally found on laptops) consumes far less energy that the more traditional “television like” monitor screens. True of false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

31. If you copy an item to the clipboard and then use the paste commanded to paste the copied date into another document, when the original data is changed, the pasted information is automatically updated. True or false.

 

a. True

b. False

 

32. What is the file extension CSV short for?

 

a. Common Separated Value

b. Comma Stretched Value

c. Comma Separated Value

d. Cost separated Value

 

33. What sort of graph is best suited for displaying relative percentages.

 

a. Bar chart

b. Column Chart

c. Pie chart

d. Line Chart

 

34. Which of the following programmes is most suited to writing a letter?

 

a. Word processor

b. Database

c. Presentation programme

d. Spreadsheet.

 

35. Which of the following is an example of a presentation program?

 

a. Microsoft word.

b. Microsoft PowerPoint

c. Microsoft excel

d. Microsoft access

 

36. Programme files (i.e. executable files) normally have what type of file extension?

 

a. EXE

b. PPT

c. PRO

d. MOV

 

37. Which of the following might have a ZIP file extension

 

a. Compressed files

b. Deleted files.

c. Database file.

d. Files saved in an old version on Microsoft Word.

 

38. Which of the following formulae indicates a better spreadsheet design.

 

a. =12+9+34+13

b. =C1+C2+C3+C4

 

39. Approximately, what is the maximum amount of data that can be backed up to a floppy disc?

 

a. 1.44 Mbytes

b. 1 GByte

c. 4.5 Gbytes

d. 9 Gbytes

 

40. When using an Access database, normally all the data is held in memory. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 


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1. Under the current “ Data Protection act”, you are allowed to gather data (and store it in computerised systems) without consent, provided that the information is used solely for direct marketing purposes. True of False?

 

a. True

b. False

 

2. What is a style?

 

a. A collection of formatting information given a special name.

b. A template used to create a range of new documents

c. A single formatting element, such as bold or italic given a special name.

d. A style is basically the same as a template

 

3. Under UK law, ISOS (internet Service provider) have to keep records of what their customers are up to on the Internet and produce these records on demand to a whole range of government departments. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

4. Which of the following is an example of an offence under the “computer Misuse Act?

 

a. Unauthorised use of someone’s username and password.

b. Failing to keep personal records up to date.

c. Using your computer at the weekend.

d. Hitting your computer with a large hammer

 

5. If the copyright symbol does not appear on a website than you have the right to freely download and use of material contained on that website. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

6. Backed up data should be stored “off-site”. True or false/

 

a. True

b. False

 

7. Once you have selected a file or folder within the Windows Explorer, which key can you press to easily delete the file or folder?

 

a. Caps lock

b. Alt

c. Del

d. Ctrl

 

8. It is possible to create folders within folders. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

9. RS1 is all in the mind and is not a problem for hard working people. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

10. In order to reduce the effect of RSI it is best to hit the keyboard keys as hard as possible and to keep your fingers as straight as possible. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

11. Print preview will allow you to automatically check the spelling within a document. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

12. When you use the standard” paste” command, will this “ embed” or “link” data?

 

a. Link

b. Embed

 

13. RTF supports ALL the formatting options available within a document. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

14.Normally when you delete a file, it is actually moved to the “recycle Bin” rather than physically being deleted. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

15. Which of the following is an example of a spreadsheet program?

 

a. Microsoft word

b. Microsoft PowerPoint

c. Microsoft excel

d. Microsoft Access

 

16. Files using the file name extensions of AVI, MPG or MOV are examples of which type of file?

 

a. Presentation files

b. Music files

c. Movie files

d. Spreadsheet files

 

17. Which of the following file name is a popular format used for storing music?

 

a. PPT

b. MP3

c. MOV

d. MUS

 

18. If you wish to resize an image and automatically retain the original image of

Proportions, you must first click on the image to select it (which will display 8 handles). You then have to “drag and drop” techniques on any of the handles located along any side of the selected picture. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

19. What is the concept of “off-site storage” about?

 

a. Computers should be stored outside.

b. Computers should be taken home at night.

c. Backed up data should be kept at a different physical location from the computers.

d. It relates to 24 hr petrol stations.

 

20. When using an Excel spreadsheet, normally all the data is held in memory. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

 


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1. Under the terms of the current “ Date protection Act” you have a duty to NEVER delete personal information relating to individuals “in case it is required as evidence to future court cases). True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

2. You can download pictures from the UK online newspaper site and use them for commercial purposes. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

3. When did the current “ computer Misuse Act” come into force?

 

a. 1066

b. 1979

c. 1990

d. 1998

 

4. Deleting or modifying someone else’s, without permission or authority, is specially prohibited under the “ Data Protection Act” True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

5. What is a peer-to-peer web system?

 

a. A network system used by House of Lords.

b. A system where downloadable material is stored over many different computers.

c. A system only available within the USA.

 

6. Once you have opened the Windows Explorer and selected the location at which you wish to create a new folder, under which drop menu would you find the correct for creating a new folder?

 

a. File

b. Edit

c. Tools

d. Format

 

7. The copy and cut commands perform exactly the same function, and the only reason we still see the cut command is for compatibility reasons. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

8. If you stick to using the keyboard and never use the mouse you will be safe from the affects of RSI. True or false.

 

a. True

b. False

 

9. Why is good ventilation especially important if you are using a laser printer?

 

a. Because otherwise all laser printers will overheat.

b. Because laser printers need a lot of oxygen

c. Because laser printers need a lot of carbon monoxide.

d. Because many laser printers produce harmful ozone

 

10. Computer systems in “sleep mode” consume far less energy. True or false

 

c. True

d. False

 

11. What is the keyboard shortcut or the “paste link” command?

 

a. Ctrl+C

b. Ctrl+P

c. Ctrl+L

d. There isn’t one.

 

12. Converting a complexly formatted Microsoft Word document to an RTF file may result in the loss of some of the more advanced formatting features. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

13. When performing a backup of your data, it is best to move rather than copy the data. True or false

 

a. True

b. False

 

14. Which of the following is an example of a word processing program?

 

a. Microsoft word

b. Microsoft PowerPoint

c. Microsoft excel

d. Microsoft access

 

15. Which of the following is primarily a web browsing program?

 

a. Microsoft outlook

b. Microsoft publisher

c. Microsoft project

d. Microsoft internet Explorer

 

16. What file extension will be used by a file created using Microsoft PowerPoint?

 

a. EXE

b. PPT

c. MWE

d. DOC

 

17. The US and UK use different date formats. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

18. A good virus checker program will find and destroy ALL viruses that try and infect your computer. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

19. Within Excel, what is the maximum number if sort levels?

 

a. 1

b. 2

c. 3

d. 4

 

20. Using “wildcards”, what syntax would you use to search for all items whose names start with z, containing any number of characters?

 

a. Z?

b. Z*

c. Z???

d. Z?*

 


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1. In most cases viewing an online version of a newspaper is violating copyright and is publishable by up to 12 years in prison. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

2. “Insider trading” is legal in the UK (i.e. the right to use privileged information to profit from share dealing). True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

3. Deliberately infecting a computer with a virus is an offence under which act?

 

a. The computer misuse act

b. The data Protection Act

c. The UK Homeland Security Act.

d. All of the above

 

4. It is legal to “try-out” versions of the software from the Internet. True or false.

 

a. True

b. False

 

5. Once you have selected a file or folder within the windows Explorer, which function key can you press to easily rename the file or folder?

 

a. F1

b. F2

c. F3

d. F4

 

6. Once you have placed an item on the Windows Clipboard, you can use the copy command to copy the item from the clipboard to the position on the “insertion point”. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

7. What is RSI short for?

 

a. Regular stress injection

b. Repetitive strain injury

c. Repeated subtle injury

d. Resting strain injury

 

8. Prolonged bad posture when using a computer at work may result in….

 

a. The boss telling you off and asking you to “sit up straight”

b. Possible neck ache and backache

c. Instant death

d. A long and happy life

 

9.Many computer monitors will automatically go into “sleep mode”, when the computer that is attached to them has not to be for a period of time. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

10. If you copy an item to the clipboard and then use the paste Link command to paste the copied data into another document, when the original date is changed, the pasted information is automatically updated. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

11. What is the file extension DIF short for?

 

a. Data Interchange format

b. Direct interchange format

c. Digital interchange forecast

d. Digital interchange format

 

12. It is possible to link a chart (created within Microsoft Excel) to a Microsoft Word document, and to force the chart displayed within Microsoft to update automatically each time changes are made to the original data within Microsoft excel. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

13. Which of the following programs is most suited to working out he household accounts?

 

a. Word processor

b. Database

c. Presentation programme

d. Spreadsheet

 

14. Microsoft FrontPage is a programme used exclusively by the newspaper industry. True or false?

 

a. True

b. False

 

15. What file extension will normally be used by a file created using Microsoft Excel?

 

a. XLS

b. PPT

c. DOC

d. EXE

 

16. How would you create a Microsoft Word document that displays a date that is automatically updated to the current date, each time you open that document?

 

a. This cannot be done automatically

b. You would need to purchase a separate piece of software to upgrade word.

c. You must insert the date as a field.

d. You must insert the date as static text.