Question 1
Points: 10 out of 10
Which of the following best describes the system unit?
An electronic component made up of the modem and
storage
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Any hardware component that allows you to enter
data
A case that contains the electronic components used
to process data
Hardware that sends and receives data over
transmission media
Feedback
Correct. Whether it is a desktop, laptop, tablet, handheld PC, or
smartphone, the components needed to process data are found in the case.
Question 2
Points: 10 out of 10
Which of the following type of system unit is not considered to belong to
the family of PCs?
Notebook Smart phone
Desktop
Workstation
Feedback
Correct. The processing power of the workstation puts it in a different class
from standard PCs.
Question 3
Points: 10 out of 10
When purchasing a PC, you should upgrade to the
largest amount or number your budget will afford.
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Correct. You should purchase as much Random Access Memory (RAM) as
your budget allows because it helps with processing speed of the computer.
Question 4
Points: 10 out of 10
What is the purpose of an adapter card?
It provides battery power to retain information even
when the power is turned off.
RAM It provides access to flash memory.
It joins a cable to a peripheral.
It enhances functions of a component of the system
unit and/or provides connections to peripherals.
Feedback
Correct. Additional functionality such as enhanced video or sound is
supported by an adapter card.
Question 5
Points: 0 out of 10
What is the purpose of a heat sink?
To absorb heat generated by the memory modules
To keep the keyboard from overheating
To absorb heat generated by the processor chip
To keep the hard drive from overheating
FeedbackIncorrect. The hard drive generates very little heat while being used.
Question 6
Points: 10 out of 10
What is an expansion slot?
A port used for special equipment
A socket on the motherboard that can hold an adapter
card
A device that connects memory to the CPU
A device that joins a cable to a peripheral
Feedback
Correct. An expansion slot is a socket or slot on the motherboard where
expansions cards are inserted.
Question 7
Points: 10 out of 10
A bay would most likely hold a .
Feedback
Correct. A hard drive is a component that is installed in a bay inside the
system case.
Question 8
hard drivePoints: 10 out of 10
How would a port most likely be used?
To provide a place for plugging in expansion cards
To connect additional input, output, storage, and
communication devices to a PC
To connect the battery to the computer’s internal
circuitry
To provide a place to insert a DVD drive via an
opening in the system case
Feedback
Correct. Peripherals or external devices are connected via ports.
Question 9
Points: 10 out of 10
Edwin is a consultant working for a large engineering firm. He travels to
visit clients and uses his laptop and a smartphone to stay in touch with the
home office. His computer must handle business-related software, and he
must have a means of contacting clients and the home office. Into what
category of user type would you put Edwin? [Show Less]