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NECO BECE COMPUTER STUDIES 2019

Question 1:
A computer worm is different from a computer virus because it ______

A. corrupts computer files
B. does not attach itself to an existing program
C. does not prevent unauthorised access to computer
D. does not reduce memory or disk space
E. replicates itself

Answer: B (does not attach itself to an existing program)

A computer worm is a standalone malware that spreads independently, unlike a virus which must attach to a host program.

Question 2:
Which of the following scientists did not contribute to the development of computer?

A. Augusta Ada
B. Charles Babbage
C. Gottfried Leibniz
D. Joseph Jacquard
E. Max Weber

Answer: E (Max Weber)

Max Weber was a sociologist and did not contribute to the development of computers, unlike the others listed.

Question 3:
When was “Internet Explorer” invented?

A. 1904
B. 1970
C. 1985
D. 1995
E. 2000

Answer: D (1995)

Internet Explorer was first released by Microsoft in 1995.

Question 4:
A computer memory is said to be ‘volatile’ when the information stored in it is ______ when there is a power failure.

A. copied
B. edited
C. lost
D. regained
E. saved

Answer: C (lost)

Volatile memory loses its stored data when power is interrupted.

Question 5:
The keyboard button that erases characters to the right is ______ key.

A. backspace
B. delete
C. escape
D. shift
E. tab

Answer: B (delete)

The delete key removes characters to the right of the cursor, while backspace removes characters to the left.

Question 6:
In Microsoft Windows, the graphical pattern used as a desktop background is called ______

A. animation
B. icons
C. menu bar
D. picture
E. wallpaper

Answer: E (wallpaper)

The desktop background image in Windows is commonly referred to as wallpaper.

Question 7:
Which of the following is not an ICT gadget?

A. Computer
B. Phone
C. Radio
D. Television
E. Xylophone

Answer: E (Xylophone)

A xylophone is a musical instrument, not an information and communication technology device.

Question 8:
A ______ is an example of a storage medium that uses sequential method of file organization.

A. compact disc
B. floppy disk
C. hard disk
D. magnetic strip
E. video cassette

Answer: E (video cassette)

Video cassettes store data sequentially, meaning information is accessed in order.

Question 9:
Microsoft Word is not suitable for ______

A. creating assignments and articles
B. creating resumes
C. creating worldwide web pages
D. formatting documents
E. preparing payrolls

Answer: E (preparing payrolls)

Payroll tasks are better handled with spreadsheet or accounting software, not Microsoft Word.

Question 10:
The following are examples of Microsoft application softwares except ______

A. Access
B. Excel
C. Outlook
D. Paint
E. Word

Answer: D (Paint)

Paint is a basic graphics program and not part of the core Microsoft Office application suite.

Question 11:
The most important attribute of a system analyst is his/her ______

A. ability to design hardware
B. marketing strategy
C. programming skills
D. technical management skills
E. writing skills

Answer: D (technical management skills)

A system analyst must effectively manage technical processes and coordinate between users and developers.

Question 12:
A computer systems’ motherboard is enclosed in its ______

A. keyboard
B. monitor
C. mouse
D. speaker
E. system unit

Answer: E (system unit)

The motherboard is housed inside the system unit, which contains the main components of a computer.

Question 13:
A computer network that uses internet protocol technology to share an organization's information within that organization is called ______

A. ethernet
B. homeplug
C. intercom
D. intranet
E. workgroup

Answer: D (intranet)

An intranet is a private network that uses internet protocols to securely share information within an organization.

Question 14:
The ______ key on an enhanced keyboard is not labelled.

A. Caps Lock
B. Esc
C. Function
D. Shift
E. Space Bar

Answer: C (Function)

The function (Fn) key on many keyboards is often not labelled clearly like other keys.

Question 15:
Which of the following operating systems is based on the use of disk drives?

A. DOS
B. Linux
C. UNIX
D. Windows
E. Xenix

Answer: A (DOS)

DOS (Disk Operating System) is specifically designed to operate using disk drives.

Question 16:
The invention of Point of Sale is an application of ICT in ______ sector.

A. agricultural
B. commercial
C. educational
D. health
E. political

Answer: B (commercial)

Point of Sale (POS) systems are used in businesses for sales transactions, making them part of the commercial sector.

Question 17:
An example of a floating point quantity number is ______

A. 0
B. -10
C. -18
D. 0.4E7
E. 40000

Answer: D (0.4E7)

Floating point numbers are expressed in scientific notation, such as 0.4E7.

Question 18:
A digital file is a collection of data that cannot be stored in a ______

A. cabinet drawer
B. flash drive
C. floppy disc
D. hard disk

Answer: A (cabinet drawer)

Digital files require electronic storage devices, not physical storage like a cabinet drawer.

Question 19:
Which of these is not a social media platform?

A. Facebook
B. Instagram
C. Google
D. Snapchat
E. Whatsapp

Answer: C (Google)

Google is primarily a search engine and technology company, not a social media platform.

Question 20:
A folder in which related records are kept in a computer is called ______

A. archive
B. database
C. document
D. field
E. file

Answer: E (file)

A file is a collection of related data or records stored together in a computer system.

Question 21:
An electronic device that sends and retrieves printed messages over a telephone line is called ______

A. fax machine
B. intercom
C. printer
D. photocopy machine
E. scanner

Answer: A (fax machine)

A fax machine transmits printed documents electronically over telephone lines.

Question 22:
Based on size, ______ computer is the least.

A. macro
B. mainframe
C. micro
D. mini
E. super

Answer: C (micro)

Microcomputers are the smallest in size compared to mainframe, mini, and supercomputers.

Question 23:
Which of the following is not a feature of a web browser?

A. Address bar
B. Back button
C. Search bar
D. Send button
E. Tools tab

Answer: D (Send button)

A send button is typically associated with email or messaging apps, not web browsers.

Question 24:
The ‘CLS’ statement in BASIC programming is used for ______

A. clearing the screen
B. conditional branching
C. conditioning logical statements
D. displaying data on the screen
E. inputting data

Answer: A (clearing the screen)

The CLS command clears all text from the screen in BASIC programming.

Question 25:
PowerPoint application package is mostly useful when ______

A. creating company logos and greeting cards
B. creating slides, speaker notes on audience handout
C. preparing database
D. preparing legal copies, letters and memos
E. preparing student results sheets and budgets

Answer: B (creating slides, speaker notes on audience handout)

Microsoft PowerPoint is designed for creating presentations with slides and speaker notes.

Question 26:
The Binary Number System uses how many digits?

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
E. 8

Answer: A (2)

The binary number system uses only two digits: 0 and 1.

Question 27:
The combination of the Ctrl key and ______ on a computer keyboard will redo an action in Microsoft Word environment.

A. A
B. C
C. V
D. Y
E. Z

Answer: D (Y)

Ctrl + Y is the shortcut used to redo an action in Microsoft Word.

Question 28:
Which of the following cannot be used as a primary key?

A. Date of birth
B. Department number
C. Receipt number
D. Registration number
E. Subject code

Answer: A (Date of birth)

A primary key must be unique, and date of birth may not uniquely identify individuals.

Question 29:
A piece of computer hardware or software that access services provided by a server is called a ______

A. client
B. customer
C. device
D. receiver
E. token

Answer: A (client)

A client is a device or software that requests and uses services from a server.

Question 30:
The diagram below is a ______ network topology. (The diagram shows multiple workstations connected to a single central cable line)

A. bus
B. linear
C. ring
D. star
E. tree

Answer: A (bus)

A bus topology consists of multiple devices connected to a single central cable.

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