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1
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What is the main function of the CPU?

A

To execute instructions and process data.

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2
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True or False: RAM is a type of non-volatile memory.

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False

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3
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the primary storage area for data in a computer system.

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hard drive

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4
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What does ‘bit’ stand for?

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Binary digit

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5
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What is the binary equivalent of the decimal number 10?

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1010

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6
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Define ‘algorithm’.

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A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or performing a task.

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7
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What is the purpose of an operating system?

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To manage computer hardware and software resources.

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8
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True or False: A ‘byte’ consists of 8 bits.

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True

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9
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What is the hexadecimal representation of the decimal number 255?

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FF

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10
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What type of data structure is a list?

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A collection of ordered elements.

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11
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Fill in the blank: In programming, a _____ is a named storage location that holds a value.

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variable

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What does ‘syntax’ refer to in programming?

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The set of rules that defines the combinations of symbols that are considered to be correctly structured programs.

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13
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Which of the following is a high-level programming language? (A) Assembly (B) Python (C) Machine Code

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B) Python

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14
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What is a loop in programming?

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A sequence of instructions that repeats until a certain condition is met.

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15
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True or False: Data can be represented in a computer using only binary code.

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True

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16
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What is the purpose of a compiler?

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To translate high-level programming code into machine code.

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Fill in the blank: The _____ operator is used to compare two values.

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comparison

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18
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What is meant by ‘data validation’?

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The process of ensuring that data is accurate and acceptable before processing.

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19
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What does ‘debugging’ refer to?

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The process of finding and fixing errors in a program.

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20
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Which of the following is NOT a type of software? (A) Operating System (B) Compiler (C) Hardware

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C) Hardware

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21
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What is an array?

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A collection of items stored at contiguous memory locations.

22
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True or False: A function can return multiple values.

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False

23
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What is the purpose of a flowchart?

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To visually represent the steps in a process or algorithm.

24
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the computer that performs arithmetic and logical operations.

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ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit)

25
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What is the difference between ‘hardware’ and ‘software’?

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Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, while software refers to the programs that run on the hardware.

26
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What is a conditional statement?

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A statement that executes a certain block of code based on whether a condition is true or false.

27
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Which of the following is an example of an input device? (A) Monitor (B) Keyboard (C) Printer

A

B) Keyboard

28
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What does ‘ASCII’ stand for?

A

American Standard Code for Information Interchange

29
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True or False: A string is a type of data that can hold multiple characters.

A

True

30
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What is the purpose of a database?

A

To store and manage data efficiently.

31
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the main circuit board in a computer that connects all components.

A

motherboard

32
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What is a ‘syntax error’?

A

An error that occurs when the code does not follow the correct syntax of the programming language.

33
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What does ‘iterative’ mean in programming?

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Referring to a process that repeats a set of instructions multiple times.

34
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Which data type would you use to represent a true/false value?

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Boolean

35
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What is the role of a network interface card (NIC)?

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To connect a computer to a network.

36
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What is the purpose of encryption?

A

To protect data by converting it into a secure format.

37
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the temporary storage area for data that the CPU is currently processing.

A

cache

38
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What is a ‘class’ in object-oriented programming?

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A blueprint for creating objects that defines properties and methods.

39
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True or False: An algorithm must always be written in a programming language.

A

False

40
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What is the purpose of comments in code?

A

To provide explanations or notes for other programmers or for future reference.

41
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What does ‘API’ stand for?

A

Application Programming Interface

42
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the computer that stores data permanently.

A

hard drive

43
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What is the difference between ‘syntax’ and ‘runtime’ errors?

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Syntax errors occur during code writing, while runtime errors occur during program execution.

44
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What is the role of an algorithm in programming?

A

To provide a clear set of steps to solve a problem.

45
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Which of the following is a type of loop? (A) For loop (B) If statement (C) Variable

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A) For loop

46
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What does ‘data type’ refer to?

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The classification of data based on the type of value it holds.

47
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Fill in the blank: An _____ allows users to interact with the computer through graphical elements.

A

GUI (Graphical User Interface)

48
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What is a ‘debugger’?

A

A tool used to test and debug programs.

49
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True or False: A variable must be declared before it can be used in a program.

A

True

50
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What is the main purpose of a software update?

A

To improve functionality, fix bugs, or enhance security.

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