NECO BECE PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION 2018

Question 1:
Which of these Ancient Nations was known for building great gymnasia?

A. Athens
B. Germany
C. Rome
D. Sparta
E. Sweden

Answer: A (Athens)

Ancient Athens was well known for developing gymnasia used for physical training and education.

Question 2:
The branch of education concerned with teaching, practice and the utilization of skills and attitude in play activities is described as ___________ education.

A. basic
B. Civic
C. computer
D. history
E. physical

Answer: E (physical)

Physical education focuses on teaching skills, attitudes, and participation in physical and play activities.

Question 3:
The objectives of the Nigerian School Sports Federation includes the following except ___________.

A. developing the spirit of co-operation among the youths
B. identifying talented youths for future national competition.
C. organizing sports competitions among post primary school.
D. promoting hooliganism among youths.
E. promoting physical fitness among students and youths.

Answer: D (promoting hooliganism among youths)

The federation promotes unity, fitness, and talent development, not hooliganism.

Question 4:
In Table Tennis, players change service after every ___________ points.

A. two
B. three
C. four
D. five
E. six

Answer: A (two)

In standard table tennis rules, service changes after every two points.

Question 5:
Which of the following components describes the ability of the body to work against resistance?

A. Coordination
B. Endurance
C. Flexibility
D. Power
E. Strength

Answer: E (Strength)

Strength refers to the ability of muscles to exert force against resistance.

Question 6:
The ability of an individual to perform his daily task without undue fatigue is referred to as ___________.

A. endurance
B. energy
C. fitness
D. power
E. strength

Answer: C (fitness)

Physical fitness is the ability to carry out daily activities without excessive fatigue.

Question 7:
The ability of an individual to do work is called ___________.

A. energy
B. fitness
C. flexibility
D. power
E. speed

Answer: A (energy)

Energy is the capacity to perform work.

Question 8:
The ability of the body to produce antibodies that combat toxins from germs is called ___________.

A. endurance
B. immunity
C. resistance
D. survival
E. sustenance

Answer: B (immunity)

Immunity is the body’s ability to resist and fight infections using antibodies.

Question 9:
The following are manipulative movements except ___________.

A. bouncing
B. heading
C. kicking
D. rocking
E. throwing

Answer: D (rocking)

Rocking is not a manipulative movement, while the others involve handling or controlling objects.

Question 10:
Activities that involve the movement of the entire body from one point to another are called ___________.

A. leisure time
B. locomotor movement
C. non locomotor movement
D. physical fitness
E. recreation

Answer: B (locomotor movement)

Locomotor movements involve moving the body from one place to another.

Question 11:
Which of the following is a major injury?

A. Abrasion
B. Fracture
C. Laceration
D. Sprain
E. Strain

Answer: B (Fracture)

A fracture is a major injury involving a break in the bone.

Question 12:
Which of the following injuries will a First Aider require the use of splints?

A. Bruises
B. Dislocation
C. Fracture
D. Muscles pull
E. Strain

Answer: C (Fracture)

Splints are used to immobilize and support fractured bones.

Question 13:
Which of the following is not a type of fracture?

A. Compound
B. Green stick
C. Immovable
D. Multiple
E. Simple

Answer: C (Immovable)

Immovable is not a type of fracture; the others are recognized fracture types.

Question 14:
A position with the back on mat, with the arms extended, push off the hands on the mat and quickly move the hands up over the shoulder with the palm facing upwards describes ___________.

A. backward roll
B. cart wheel
C. hand stand
D. head stand
E. forward roll

Answer: A (backward roll)

A backward roll involves rolling backward over the shoulders from a supine position.

Question 15:
Which of the following is not the value of dance in the society?

A. Communication
B. Entertainment
C. Fitness
D. Promotion
E. Recreation

Answer: D (Promotion)

Dance contributes to communication, entertainment, fitness, and recreation, but “promotion” is not a direct value.

Question 16:
The following are skills in volleyball except ___________.

A. blocking
B. digging
C. service
D. shooting
E. spiking

Answer: D (shooting)

Shooting is not a volleyball skill; the others are basic volleyball techniques.

Question 17:
Which of the following is not a recreational activity?

A. Canoeing
B. Cycling
C. Hiking
D. Swimming
E. Washing

Answer: E (Washing)

Washing is a domestic chore, not a recreational activity.

Question 18:
In tennis game, if the receiving player has a point and his opponent has three points, the scores are counted as ___________.

A. 30 : 10
B. 30 : 15
C. 30 : 20
D. 40 : 15
E. 40 : 30

Answer: E (40 : 30)

Tennis scoring translates 1 point = 15, 2 = 30, 3 = 40; hence 1–3 becomes 40 : 30.

Question 19:
How do we restart the game of hockey after an obstruction?

A. Bully
B. Drop ball
C. Flick
D. Jump ball
E. Push

Answer: A (Bully)

A bully is used in hockey to restart play after an obstruction.

Question 20:
The game of handball is started with a ___________.

A. jump ball
B. kick off
C. pass ball
D. throw in
E. throw on

Answer: A (jump ball)

Handball matches typically begin with a jump ball to start play.

Question 21:
Suffocation in water is caused by ___________.

A. camping
B. choking
C. drowning
D. suffering
E. swimming

Answer: C (drowning)

Suffocation in water occurs due to drowning, when breathing is prevented underwater.

Question 22:
The following are health implications of human trafficking except ___________.

A. death
B. depression
C. infections
D. loss of memory
E. unplanned pregnancy

Answer: D (loss of memory)

Loss of memory is not commonly listed as a direct health implication of human trafficking compared to physical and psychological effects.

Question 23:
Which of the following physical fitness activities enhances free flow of blood in the body?

A. Agility
B. Balance
C. Exercise
D. Flexibility
E. Strength

Answer: C (Exercise)

Regular exercise improves blood circulation throughout the body.

Question 24:
The aims and objectives of recreation include the following except to ___________.

A. acquire wealth
B. correct postural defect
C. develop skills
D. help relax after work
E. provide fun and development

Answer: A (acquire wealth)

Recreation is not primarily for acquiring wealth but for relaxation, enjoyment, and skill development.

Question 25:
Which of the following group of sport professionals write and analyze sports and games?

A. Coaches
B. Health instructors
C. Sport administrators
D. Sport journalists
E. Sport psychologists

Answer: D (Sport journalists)

Sport journalists write reports and analyze sports events and games for media and publications.

Question 26:
The hitch kick is a style of jumping in ___________.

A. high jump
B. long jump
C. pole vault
D. triple jump
E. wrestle jump

Answer: B (long jump)

The hitch-kick is a technique used in the long jump to maintain balance and maximize distance in the air.

Question 27:
The diagram represents ___________ pitch.

A. discus
B. high jump
C. javelin
D. long jump
E. triple jump

Answer: D (long jump)

The layout described with runway, take-off board, and landing area corresponds to a long jump pit.

Question 28:
The area marked A is the ___________.

A. flight area
B. landing pitch
C. runway
D. take off area
E. the sector

Answer: C (runway)

In a long jump layout, the runway is the approach area used before take-off.

Question 29:
The area marked B is the ___________.

A. fault area
B. landing board
C. no step area
D. somersaulting board
E. take offboard

Answer: E (take offboard)

The take-off board is where the athlete jumps from in the long jump event.

Question 30:
The area marked C is the ___________.

A. finishing area
B. landing area
C. no go area
D. runway
E. take off

Answer: B (landing area)

The landing area is where the athlete lands after the jump in a long jump event.

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Question 1:
Which of the following events is track athletics?

A. Hammer
B. Hurdles
C. Javelin
D. Long jump
E. Pole vault

Answer: B (Hurdles)

Hurdles is a track event, while hammer, javelin, long jump, and pole vault are field events.

Question 2:
Which of these activities is not a stunt with partners?

A. Banana Jump
B. Crab position
C. Leap frog
D. See-saw
E. Wheel barrow

Answer: A (Banana Jump)

Banana jump is not a recognized partner stunt, while the others are partner-based activities.

Question 3:
A state of lawlessness, chaos and danger during sports meet describes ___________.

A. confusion
B. hooliganism
C. immorality
D. unfaithfulness
E. unpatriotism

Answer: B (Hooliganism)

Hooliganism refers to violent, disorderly, and chaotic behavior during sports events.

Question 4:
Which country hosted the 2015 All African Games?

A. Burkina Faso
B. Congo Brazzaville
C. Cote d'Ivoire
D. Ghana
E. Nigeria

Answer: B (Congo Brazzaville)

The 2015 All African Games were hosted in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.

Question 5:
Butterfly, back crawl, breast stroke are skills used in which of these games?

A. Athletics
B. Gymnastics
C. Hockey
D. Swimming
E. Tennis

Answer: D (Swimming)

Butterfly, back crawl, and breaststroke are all swimming strokes.

Question 6:
Which of the following can lead to drowning?

A. Knowledge of techniques.
B. Over confidence.
C. Presences of life guard.
D. Use of life jacket.
E. Water confidence.

Answer: B (Over confidence)

Over confidence in water can lead to risky behaviour, which may result in drowning.

Question 7:
'Trapping' is a basic skill in ___________.

A. basketball
B. football
C. handball
D. hockey
E. volleyball

Answer: B (Football)

Trapping is a fundamental skill used in football (soccer) to control the ball.

Question 8:
In swimming, faulty leg kick brings about ___________.

A. crawl
B. floating
C. Jump gun
D. poor propulsion
E. speed.

Answer: D (poor propulsion)

A faulty leg kick reduces forward movement and results in poor propulsion.

Question 9:
Which of the following is a step in learning how to swim?

A. Alternate kicking of legs while afloat.
B. Gripping the gutter at the side of the pool.
C. Learning how to wear goggles in water.
D. Opening the eyes when swimming.
E. Opening the mouth while floating.

Answer: B (Gripping the gutter at the side of the pool)

This is a basic beginner step used to build confidence and safety in swimming.

Question 10:
Which of the following factors militates against women participation in sports?

A. Culture
B. Occupation
C. Pregnancy
D. Religion
E. Sex

Answer: A (Culture)

Cultural beliefs and practices in some societies restrict women's participation in sports.

Question 11:
The game of handball is officiated by ___________.

A. one referee, a linesman and a scorer.
B. one scorer and time keeper.
C. one time keeper and two scorers.
D. three referees, a clerk and announcer.
E. two referees, a scorer and a time keeper.

Answer: E (two referees, a scorer and a time keeper)

Handball matches are typically officiated by two referees with support from a scorer and a time keeper.

Question 12:
In soccer, the shape of the ball must be ___________.

A. circular
B. conical
C. rectangular
D. spherical
E. square

Answer: D (spherical)

A soccer ball is round in shape, meaning it is spherical.

Question 13:
Flicking is a skill used in which of the following games?

A. Basketball
B. Football
C. Handball
D. Hockey
E. Volleyball

Answer: D (Hockey)

Flicking is a key skill in hockey used to lift or direct the ball with control.

Question 14:
A 'side out' is called in volleyball when ___________.

A. a point is scored.
B. the match is over.
C. there is a loss of service.
D. there is a substitution.
E. there is an infringement.

Answer: C (there is a loss of service)

A side out occurs when the serving team loses the rally and service passes to the opponent.

Question 15:
The following are the objectives of National Sports Festivals except, to ___________.

A. aid them in their pursuit of excellence.
B. enable them understand their kinship with one another.
C. honour their gods and some dead heroes.
D. play and win trophies for their states.
E. serve their religious needs.

Answer: C (honour their gods and some dead heroes)

The National Sports Festival focuses on unity, competition, and excellence, not religious or traditional worship.

Question 16:
The study of body functions and its organs is known as ___________.

A. anatomy
B. botany
C. physiology
D. psychology
E. sociology

Answer: C (physiology)

Physiology is the study of how the body and its organs function.

Question 17:
Which of the following is both an indoor and outdoor recreational activity?

A. Camping
B. Horse riding
C. Jogging
D. Mountaineering
E. Table tennis

Answer: E (Table tennis)

Table tennis can be played indoors or outdoors depending on the available setup.

Question 18:
The following are responsible for home accident except

A. congestion
B. home design
C. poor environment
D. poor lighting
E. slippery floor

Answer: A (congestion)

Congestion is not typically listed as a direct cause of home accidents compared to environmental hazards like poor lighting or slippery floors.

Question 19:
An individual who interacts freely with others is said to be ___________ adjusted.

A. aesthetically
B. emotionally
C. mentally
D. physically
E. socially

Answer: E (socially)

A socially adjusted person interacts freely and comfortably with others in society.

Question 20:
Which of the following is a sport injury?

A. Bruises
B. Burns
C. Scald
D. Scurvy
E. Stroke

Answer: A (Bruises)

Bruises are common sports injuries caused by impact or collision during physical activity.

Question 21:
Round-shoulder is a postural defect otherwise known as ___________.

A. kyphosis
B. lordosis
C. obesity
D. rigid spire
E. scoliosis

Answer: A (kyphosis)

Kyphosis is a postural deformity characterized by a rounded upper back or shoulders.

Question 22:
Which of the following is a non locomotor movement?

A. Bending
B. Lifting
C. Pushing
D. Skipping
E. Twisting

Answer: E (Twisting)

Twisting is a non-locomotor movement because it is performed in place without moving from one location to another.

Question 23:
Which of the following factors promotes healthy living?

A. Acceptable attitude
B. Drug abuse
C. Poor sanitation
D. Self medication
E. Smoking

Answer: A (Acceptable attitude)

Positive and acceptable attitudes promote healthy living, unlike harmful habits such as drug abuse or smoking.

Question 24:
Which of the following games was introduced by Dr. J.A. Naismith?

A. Basketball
B. Football
C. Handball
D. Hockey
E. Volleyball

Answer: A (Basketball)

Basketball was invented by Dr. James Naismith in 1891.

Question 25:
Recreation can best be described as activities performed

A. at work place.
B. during leisure hour.
C. during school hour.
D. in the community.
E. within the school.

Answer: B (during leisure hour)

Recreation refers to enjoyable activities done during free or leisure time.

Question 26:
The founding father of physical education in Nigeria is ___________.

A. Adolph Spiess
B. Ekperigin H.J.
C. Friedrich Jahn
D. Guts Muths
E. John Basedow

Answer: B (Ekperigin H.J.)

H.J. Ekperigin is widely regarded as the founding father of physical education in Nigeria.

Question 27:
Physical fitness component essential for long distance race is ___________.

A. accuracy
B. agility
C. coordination
D. endurance
E. flexibility

Answer: D (endurance)

Endurance is required for long-distance races as it helps sustain prolonged physical activity.

Question 28:
Which of the following recreational activities is best for an elderly person?

A. Camping
B. Cycling
C. Running
D. Swimming
E. Walking

Answer: E (Walking)

Walking is a low-impact activity suitable for elderly individuals to maintain fitness and health.

Question 29:
Inadequate care of the mouth may cause the following ailments except

A. gingivitis
B. mouth scald
C. odour
D. swollen gum
E. tooth decay

Answer: B (mouth scald)

Mouth scald is not commonly associated with poor oral hygiene compared to other listed conditions.

Question 30:
Which of the following is not a postural defect?

A. Endomorph
B. Flat foot
C. Kyphosis
D. Lordosis
E. Scoliosis

Answer: A (Endomorph)

Endomorph is a body type, not a postural defect. The others are postural abnormalities.

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Question 1:
General purpose and special purpose computers are classification of computer based on?

A. Generation
B. Speed
C. Size
D. Types
E. Versatility

Answer: E (versatility)

Computers are classified as general-purpose or special-purpose based on their versatility.

Question 2:
A parallel port is most often used by a ______

A. camera
B. monitor
C. mouse
D. printer
E. scanner

Answer: D (printer)

Parallel ports are commonly used to connect printers to a computer.

Question 3:
What is the commonly used unit for measuring the speed of data transmission?

A. Bits per second.
B. Characters per second.
C. Megahertz.
D. Nano second.
E. Words per second.

Answer: A (bits per second)

Data transmission speed is commonly measured in bits per second (bps).

Question 4:
Which of the following is most oriented to scientific programming?

A. BASIC
B. COBOL
C. Fortran
D. Java
E. PL/I

Answer: C (Fortran)

Fortran is widely used for scientific and engineering computations.

Question 5:
Which of these is a proprietary source operating system?

A. Android
B. Linux
C. Sun-Solaris
D. Unix
E. Windows

Answer: E (Windows)

Windows is a proprietary operating system owned by Microsoft.

Question 6:
Usually in MS-DOS, the primary hard disk drive has the letter ______

A. A:
B. C:
C. D:
D. E:
E. F:

Answer: B (C:)

In MS-DOS, the primary hard disk drive is usually assigned the letter C:.

Question 7:
Hardware or software designed to guard against unauthorized access to a computer network is known as a/an ______

A. encryption
B. firewall
C. password
D. program
E. spyware

Answer: B (firewall)

A firewall is used to protect a computer network from unauthorized access.

Question 8:
The ______ is a piece of code which is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect on computer system.

A. coding
B. encryption
C. hacking
D. virus
E. zombie

Answer: D (virus)

A computer virus is a malicious program that can replicate itself and damage systems.

Question 9:
Analyzing the system to establish its strengths and weaknesses is a role of a ______

A. computer operator.
B. project manager.
C. software programmer.
D. system analyst.
E. system engineer

Answer: D (system analyst)

A system analyst evaluates systems to identify strengths, weaknesses, and improvements.

Question 10:
The period during which a job is processed by the computer is ______ time.

A. constructive
B. down
C. execution
D. real
E. salary

Answer: C (execution)

Execution time is the period during which a computer processes a job.

Question 11:
The speed of the processor in the 1st generation of computer was measured in ______ second.

A. Femto
B. Micro
C. Milli
D. Nano
E. Pico

Answer: B (Micro)

First-generation computers had processing speeds measured in microseconds.

Question 12:
Which of these areas does not involve the application of ICT?

A. Carpentry
B. Commerce
C. Education
D. Health
E. Industries

Answer: A (Carpentry)

Carpentry is a manual trade and does not primarily rely on ICT applications.

Question 13:
The ______ is an example of unguided transmission medium of information.

A. coaxial
B. fiber optic
C. infra-red
D. shielded twisted pair
E. unshielded twisted pair

Answer: C (infra-red)

Infra-red is an unguided (wireless) transmission medium.

Question 14:
Power-Point program is a ______ package in computer communication.

A. computing
B. graphics
C. presentation
D. utility
E. visual

Answer: C (presentation)

Microsoft PowerPoint is a presentation software package.

Question 15:
A Scottish mathematician ______ Napier invented the bone.

A. Blaise
B. Charles
C. Herman
D. Joseph
E. John

Answer: E (John)

John Napier invented Napier's Bones, an early calculating device.

Question 16:
Which of these is an example of Microsoft office?

A. Access
B. CorelDraw
C. Dreamweaver
D. Instant Artist
E. Photoshop

Answer: A (Access)

Microsoft Access is part of the Microsoft Office suite.

Question 17:
The Drawing tool (Magnifying Glass icon) in Microsoft Paint environment is called ______

A. brush
B. crop
C. elipse
D. eraser
E. magnifier

Answer: E (magnifier)

The magnifier tool in Microsoft Paint is used to zoom in and out of images.

Question 18:
Which of these is a disadvantage of ICT?

A. Data redundancy.
B. Electronic mail.
C. Minimize cost.
D. Resource sharing.
E. Saves time.

Answer: A (Data redundancy)

Data redundancy is a disadvantage of ICT systems due to duplication of information.

Question 19:
Ctrl ______ is to Redo an action.

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

Answer: D (Y)

Ctrl + Y is used to redo an action in most applications.

Question 20:
The four ways to align a text are ______

A. centre, justify, left, right.
B. centre, left, right, middle.
C. diagonal, justify, left, right.
D. diagonal, middle, left, right.
E. justify, middle, centre, right.

Answer: A (centre, justify, left, right)

Text alignment includes left, right, centre, and justify.

Question 21:
Communication is an act of ______ information.

A. coding
B. forwarding
C. hoarding
D. transmitting
E. zipping

Answer: D (transmitting)

Communication involves the transmission of information from one source to another.

Question 22:
The ______ is a program that performs a useful task while simultaneously allow distinctive activities in the computer system.

A. time bomb
B. trap doors
C. trojan horse
D. worm
E. zombie

Answer: C (trojan horse)

A Trojan horse appears useful but performs hidden malicious activities.

Question 23:
The features of old economy includes the following except

A. digitalization.
B. distance constraint.
C. labour based.
D. mechanization.
E. time consuming.

Answer: A (digitalization)

Digitalization is a feature of the new economy, not the old economy.

Question 24:
The ______ prevents direct access to computer system.

A. back-door
B. malware
C. password
D. pop-ups
E. virus

Answer: C (password)

A password prevents unauthorized users from directly accessing a computer system.

Question 25:
The procedure for information processing which allows resource gathering is ______

A. analysis
B. collation
C. interpretation
D. organization
E. redundancy

Answer: B (collation)

Collation is the process of gathering and assembling information resources.

Question 26:
ICT plays a vital role in industries in the following areas except

A. auditing operations.
B. inventory control.
C. management information systems.
D. payroll preparation.
E. x-ray techniques.

Answer: E (x-ray techniques)

X-ray techniques are mainly used in medical fields, not typical industrial ICT applications.

Question 27:
What is the acronym for UNIVAC?

A. United Nations Institute Variable Automatic Computers.
B. United Numerical Integrated Value Calculator.
C. Universal Automatic Calculator.
D. Universal Automatic Computer.
E. Universal Numerical Integrated Value And Computing.

Answer: D (Universal Automatic Computer)

UNIVAC stands for Universal Automatic Computer, one of the earliest commercial computers.

Question 28:
The acronym WiFi connotes Wireless ______

A. fidelity
B. fiction
C. file
D. finder
E. firewall

Answer: A (fidelity)

WiFi stands for Wireless Fidelity.

Question 29:
Which of the following is a major type of system software?

A. assembler
B. Complier
C. Firmware
D. Translator
E. Utilities

Answer: E (Utilities)

Utility programs are a major category of system software used for system maintenance.

Question 30:
To save an existing document with a different file name, click/press Ctrl +

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

Answer: C (S)

Ctrl + S is used to save a document (and is commonly used when saving or resaving files).

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Question 1:
Processed data is called ...........

A. database
B. document
C. file
D. information
E. product

Answer: D (information)

Processed data that has meaning and usefulness is referred to as information.

Question 2:
The ........... bar is usually located below the title bar that provides categorized option.

A. header
B. menu
C. scroll
D. status
E. tool

Answer: B (menu)

The menu bar contains categorized options and is typically located below the title bar.

Question 3:
The ........... key allows an exit from a program when pressed.

A. arrow
B. escape
C. function
D. return
E. spacebar

Answer: B (escape)

The Escape (Esc) key is commonly used to exit or cancel operations in programs.

Question 4:
The second generation of computers were developed from ...........

A. 1949 to 1955
B. 1956 to 1965
C. 1965 to 1970
D. 1970 to 1990
E. 1990 to 1995

Answer: B (1956 to 1965)

The second generation of computers, based on transistors, existed roughly between 1956 and 1965.

Question 5:
What does "SMS" stand for?

A. Short Machine Service
B. Short Machine System
C. Short Memory Service
D. Short Message Service
E. Short Message System

Answer: D (Short Message Service)

SMS stands for Short Message Service, used for sending text messages via mobile phones.

Question 6:
The term e-commerce is described as ........... through the internet.

A. buying and selling of goods and services
B. production of commerce textbooks
C. receiving and sending of messages
D. sending and receiving of goods and services
E. studying of commerce as a subject

Answer: A (buying and selling of goods and services)

E-commerce refers to the buying and selling of goods and services over the internet.

Question 7:
Information stored in RAM is ...........

A. invisible
B. non volatile
C. secured
D. virus infected
E. volatile

Answer: E (volatile)

RAM is volatile memory, meaning it loses its contents when power is turned off.

Question 8:
20 nibbles is equivalent to ........... bits.

A. 51
B. 62
C. 70
D. 80
E. 100

Answer: D (80)

One nibble equals 4 bits, so 20 nibbles = 20 × 4 = 80 bits.

Question 9:
The letter "S" in the acronym BASIC represents ...........

A. sage
B. semantic
C. software
D. symbolic
E. systematic

Answer: D (symbolic)

BASIC stands for Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code.

Question 10:
Which of the following is an example of a single user operating system?

A. LINUS
B. PC-MOS
C. UNIX
D. WINDOWS 95
E. XEROX

Answer: D (WINDOWS 95)

Windows 95 is an example of a single-user operating system designed for personal computers.

Question 11:
In BASIC programming, which of the following is not an arithmetic operator?

A. *
B. >
C. +
D. -
E. /

Answer: B (>)

In BASIC programming the symbol '>' is a logical operator not arithmatic operator.

Question 12:
The size of a font is measured in ...........

A. bytes
B. inches
C. metres
D. points
E. words

Answer: D (points)

Font size is measured in points in typography.

Question 13:
What does "COM" stand for?

A. Central Output Machine
B. Central Output Modem
C. Central Output Monitor
D. Computer Output Microfilm
E. Computer Output Microphone

Answer: D (Computer Output Microfilm)

COM stands for Computer Output Microfilm, a data storage technology.

Question 14:
Which of the following is a feature of new economy?

A. Analog
B. Digital
C. Labour-based
D. Mechanical
E. Service-based

Answer: B (Digital)

The new economy is characterized by digital technology and information-based systems.

Question 15:
A computer on the network that shares resources is called ...........

A. client
B. mainframe
C. server
D. transmitter
E. xender

Answer: C (server)

A server is a computer that provides and shares resources to other computers on a network.

Question 16:
In spreadsheet, the value of $4^2$ is ...........

A. 2
B. 6
C. 8
D. 16
E. 32

Answer: D (16)

4 squared means 4 × 4 = 16.

Question 17:
The presentation graphics feature includes the following except ...........

A. auto content wizard
B. design template
C. range layout
D. slide layout
E. transition pattern

Answer: C (range layout)

“Range layout” is not a feature of presentation software like PowerPoint.

Question 18:
Which of the following storage media is the fastest in speed?

A. Floppy disk
B. Hard disk
C. RAM
D. Register
E. ROM

Answer: D (Register)

Registers are the fastest form of computer memory, located inside the CPU.

Question 19:
A ........... is an elementary building block of a digital circuit.

A. logic gate
B. motherboard
C. nibble
D. system bus
E. word

Answer: A (logic gate)

A logic gate is the basic building block of digital circuits.

Question 20:
One point of a font is ........... of an inch

A. $1/27$
B. $2/27$
C. $1/72$
D. $2/72$
E. $1/127$

Answer: C (1/72)

One point in typography is equal to 1/72 of an inch.

Question 21:
The ........... are engaged in the design of integrated hardware and software solutions for technical problems.

A. computer programmers
B. computer system engineers
C. network system administrators
D. system analysts
E. web developers

Answer: B (computer system engineers)

Computer system engineers design and integrate both hardware and software solutions for technical problems.

Question 22:
The ........... is an access channel for computers to exchange information.

A. gateway
B. model
C. port
D. protocol
E. socket

Answer: C (port)

A port is an access channel through which computers exchange information.

Question 23:
Which of the following is not a multitasking operation system?

A. DOS
B. UNIX
C. MAC
D. WINDOWS
E. WIN NT

Answer: A (DOS)

DOS is a single-tasking operating system and does not support multitasking.

Question 24:
In a computer system environment, operating system can be classified basically into ........... classes.

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
E. 7

Answer: A (2)

Operating systems are basically classified into two main classes: single-user and multi-user systems.

Question 25:
In BASIC programming, which command gives an output?

A. CLS
B. END
C. GOTO
D. PRINT
E. REM

Answer: D (PRINT)

The PRINT command is used in BASIC programming to display output on the screen.

Question 26:
A person who breaks into a computer system to steal information without authorization is called a/an ...........

A. administrator
B. cracker
C. hacker
D. phisher
E. spammer

Answer: B (cracker)

A cracker is someone who breaks into computer systems to steal or damage information illegally.

Question 27:
What is the default font used in MS Word 2010 document?

A. Algerian
B. Arial
C. Arial Black
D. Calibri
E. Times New Roman

Answer: D (Calibri)

Calibri was the default font in Microsoft Word 2010.

Question 28:
Which of the following is the smallest unit of a worksheet?

A. Cell
B. Column
C. Range
D. Row
E. Worksheet

Answer: A (cell)

A cell is the smallest unit of a worksheet in spreadsheet applications.

Question 29:
Microsoft ........... is the most appropriate software for calculating in computer.

A. Excel
B. Frontpage
C. Groove
D. Outlook
E. Publisher

Answer: A (Excel)

Microsoft Excel is used for calculations, spreadsheets, and data analysis.

Question 30:
Which of the following is the current generation of information ages?

A. Fifth
B. Fourth
C. Second
D. Sixth
E. Third

Answer: A (Fifth)

The fifth generation represents the current era of advanced computing and artificial intelligence.

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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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Answer: Paris