Selected MCQ

Current Question
A computer can perform almost any task, if it can be ____.
  • A. Coded
  • B. Memorised
  • C. Analysed
  • D. Reduced to a series of logical steps
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Computers follow programmed logical instructions.
Related Question 1
A set of instructions that directs a computer’s hardware to perform a task is called ____.
  • A. Command
  • B. Program
  • C. Operating system
  • D. None of these
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
A program is a set of instructions for the hardware.
Related Question 2
Software that assists you or acts on your behalf to perform repetitive computer-related tasks is (a):
  • A. Intelligent
  • B. Robot
  • C. Fuzzy logic
  • D. Genetic algorithm
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Software robots (bots) perform repetitive tasks automatically.
Related Question 3
____ is the set of instructions given to the computer to perform a specific task.
  • A. Monitor
  • B. Software
  • C. Hardware
  • D. Printer
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Software is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do.
Related Question 4
A(n) ____ is a set of programs designed to manage the resources of a computer, including starting the computer, managing programs, managing memory and coordinating tasks between input and output devices.
  • A. Application suite
  • B. Compiler
  • C. Input/output system
  • D. Operating system
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
The operating system manages all computer resources.
Related Question 5
A set of rules for telling the computer what operations to perform is called a ____.
  • A. procedural language
  • B. structures
  • C. natural language
  • D. programming language
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
A programming language provides rules for writing instructions.