ITE Exam 1

Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU, speakers, a printer and a mouse?

A desktop computer All the devices are discrete and must be assembles to form a system - which is what distinguishes a desktop from the other options.

What could cause an external drive, like a USB flash drive, to not be recognized when plugged into a computer?

A faulty port A port is the slot through which a USB Flash drive is connected to a computer. Often, devices are not recognized when plugged in if it is faulty.

The teachers in the Mathematics Department want to increase student retention and success rates in all the math courses. They are interested in looking for something that will allow students to check their progress, take practice tests, and message instructors with questions. What would you recommend they consider?

A learning management system A college or university might use a learning management system to set up web-based training sites where students can check their progress in courses, take practice tests, and exchange messages with the instructor or other students.

Anusha wants to use her computer, rather than handwriting the information on her notepad, to analyze her monthly expenses to make the job easier. Which of the following apps should she use?

A spreadsheet app to keep a record of her expenses, sort data, and make calculations

Simone frequently downloads mobile apps from the Amazon App Store. What operating system does she have on her smartphone?

Android Amazon's App Store has apps only for Android users.

For an interview, Sean needs to familiarize himself with database software but cannot afford to purchase any software. Which of these app suites should he download?

Apache OpenOffice G suite and Apple iWork do not have database apps in their suite. Microsoft Office includes Access for databases but you need to pay to use it. Apache OpenOffice is the only productivity suite that is completely free and includes a database software.

How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent?

Automated vehicles will be developed. Automated vehicles increase independent transportation options for people with disabilities.

Which of these is an optical medium of storage?

Blu-ray disc Optical media include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs.

Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her compete in a hearing world?

Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said. Users with hearing disabilities can instruct programs or apps to display words or other visual clues instead of sounds. Captioning software displays scrolling text for dialogue in a video.

Raina is putting finishing touches on her Ph.D. thesis report. She feels she should emphasize the keywords throughout the thesis. How can she do this in the word processor she is using?

Change font size, style, and color of the keywords. Important information in a document can be highlighted using text formatting options.

Which of the following factors can affect processor performance of a CPU?

Clock speed Clock speed is the measure of speed at which the processor executes instructions. Bus width determines the speed at which data travels. These two factors impact the CPU performance.

Pierre has entered marks obtained by the students in all the classes he teaches in a spreadsheet. Now he wants to highlight some data according to his specifications. Which spreadsheet feature should he use?

Conditional formatting Conditional formatting is used to highlight cells that meet the specified criteria.

When Florence joins her father's construction business, she realizes all the transactions are still done and maintained on paper. What should she do to establish a system where any data can be looked up immediately and transparency can be maintained?

Create a database of company projects, customers and vendors. Database enables its users to organize data for easy access, retrieval, and updating. It also allows small businesses to process orders, track inventory, maintain customer lists, and manage employee data.

Which of the following devices is the easiest to upgrade, such as by adding RAM?

Desktop computers Desktop computers consist of multiple separate components and hence not easy to move from place to place.

If you want to use evidence found on computers, networks, and other devices to help solve crimes, then which of the following careers is a match for you?

Digital forensics Digital forensics examiners use evidence found on computers, networks, and devices to help solve crimes.

Remus is an art student who wants to start creating digital artwork on his computer. He wants to be able to create images that retain their quality in all sizes. Which type of app should he use?

Drawing app Drawing apps let you create vector graphics that can be modified and resized without losing on image quality.

Patricia has started a new interior design business, and wants to store designs in the cloud so her clients can review them. Which of the following apps should she use for cloud storage?

Drop box Many apps are available to do individual tasks. However, the apps that Patricia needs to use are a banking and payment app, a cloud storage app, a productivity app, a photo editing app, and a social media app.

A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons. True or False

False A joystick is a type of game controller that controls the actions of a simulated player. A stylus is a pen-shaped device to carry out tasks like drawing and tapping on icons.

Big data is processed using relational databases. True or False

False Big data is a large collection of data, usually unstructured, which cannot be processed using relational database model.

Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations. True or False

False Exposing the computer to such extreme conditions damages the electronic components.

The first generation of computers used microprocessors. True or False

False The first generation of computers used vacuum tubes, cylindrical glass tubes that controlled the flow of electrons.

Surya's computer monitor display does not seem to work despite repeated attempts to fix the issue. Which of the following is most likely to be causing display problems?

Faulty power or video cable The power/video cables and the video card are directly responsible for any issue with the monitor.

Paul has opened a bespoke tailoring shop. He wants to work online to keep a database of all his customers, send e-mails when garments are ready, create designs, and maintain financial records using software. Which productivity suite should he consider?

G suite OpenOffice has productivity apps for processing documents, databases, math, spreadsheet, and presentation. G suite has designing app SketchUp and email app Gmail.

Which of these hardware components can you use to store videos?

Hard drive A hard drive is a common form of storage that stores data magnetically or in solid state storage.

Tameka is expecting a baby and her partner wants to make sure he can get her to the hospital on the day of delivery using the fastest route possible regardless of time of day. How should he decide which technology to use?

He should choose a navigation app with artificial intelligence that can provide information about preferred routes. One of the ways artificial intelligence is used on a daily basis is through navigation apps. These provide information about traffic and best routes, along with preferred stops along the way.

Sophia is putting together a training manual for her new batch of employees. Which of the following features can she use to add a document title at the top of each page?

Header and Footer The header displays the same information at the top of each page of the document.

Emma tried to explain to her mother that computers are everywhere. Her mother does not believe her, and challenges Emma to find a computer in their home, as she knows she does not own a computer. Which of the following examples do you think Emma would show her mother as example of computer?

Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time. Embedded computers are usually very small and have limited hardware on their own but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices. Embedded computers perform a specific function based on the requirements of the product in which they reside.

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Internal hard drive Internal hard drives can store data for an extended period of time. The OS is stored on this to be accessed by ROM.

LensForAll is a company that sells affordable contact lenses on its website. The CEO of the company realizes that an app must be developed that would allow customers to virtually try on colored lenses to find out what best suits them. Which of these features should?

It should have responsive design so that it is easy to use on mobile devices. An app designed to give its users great experience on all devices should be available as both native and mobile apps, with a responsive design.

How would you describe an intelligent workplace?

It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate. An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, meet via web conferencing, and more.

Aaron has started a food blog on which he wants to post his recipes. He wants to place a high-quality image next to each cooking step. Which file format should he use so that users do not experience a lag when loading the high-quality images on the website?

JPEG JPEG is useful for webpages because they are good quality images with low file sizes.

Jamie plans to sell his pottery designs through his website. If he also wants to launch a mobile app to reach more people, which type of app should he launch?

M-commerce app m-commerce apps allow its users to make purchases using through mobiles.

Andrew's company uses a special email program for communicating within the organization. What should the company do to ensure that its employees are able to access the inbox even when they are away from office?

Make the program available as a web app. Web apps run in browsers and their files are stored on the cloud. Users can access them from anywhere on any device that has a web browser.

How is a microprocessor different from an integrated circuit?

Microprocessors are faster, smaller and less expensive than integrated circuits. Microprocessors are faster, smaller and less expensive than integrated circuits.

Jim wants to develop an app for a specific purpose that would run even when his computer is not connected to the Internet. What type of app should he develop?

Native app Native apps can run even when the system is not connected to the Internet. The data is synchronized when the system gets connected to the Internet the next time.

At the beginning of the school year, each classroom was given one box of copy paper to make all their copies for the year. How do you think the teachers will be able to make that one box last all year long?

Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts. Online productivity software enables students to work collaboratively on projects and send finished assignments to the teacher using email, reducing the need for paper printouts.

What printer is commonly used to produce high-quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints?

Plotter Plotters can draw continuous lines on large rolls of paper and hence are used to produce professional drawings.

Which of the following is an example of green computing?

Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label. You can avoid electronic waste by not replacing devices every time a new version comes out and recycling devices and products such as ink and toner when they no longer provide value.

What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform?

Repetitive tasks Manufacturers use computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) to streamline production and ship products more quickly. With CAM, robots perform work that is too dangerous, detailed, or monotonous for people.

Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?

Robotics Due to changes in domestic and agricultural manufacturing, a science that combines engineering and technology to create and program robots has emerged called robotics.

Rohan is creating a presentation with at least 50 slides. He wants the slides to use a consistent layout and formatting. Which of the following parts of the presentation should he design first?

Slide master Slide master is the overall template for the presentation. It should be designed first so that all the desired elements like header, footer, slide number, and font style are present in all the slides.

What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?

Speed at which the processor executes instructions The 2 GHz is the clock speed which is the speed at which the processor executes instructions. It is an important performance specification.

Joaquim wants to create a strong professional online presence so employers will be interested in him and seek him out. What would be your best advice for him?

Tell him to upload PDF of his resume so no one can make changes to it and be sure to include links to the article he wrote. When creating a professional online presence include a PDF of your resume and links to videos, publications, or digital content you have created.

Daniella mailed a package to her brother three days ago. She wants to see if it has arrived yet. What technology will enable her to track her package?

The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey. Transportation workers use handheld computers to scan codes on packages or containers of products before loading them on a vehicle train, ship, or plane. You can then track the progress of your package as it makes its way to you.

In the 1980s movie, Wargames, the computer was taught to play chess, checkers, tic tac toe, and other strategy games. How would you describe the developers' goal in teaching the computer these games?

The developers were using artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence (AI) is the technological use of logic and prior experience to stimulate human intelligence. Computers with AI collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways, which is a form of learning.

Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health?

The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased. The mobile health (mHealth) trend refers to healthcare professionals using smartphones or tablets to access health records stored in the cloud, and patients using digital devices to monitor their conditions and treatments reduce the need for visits to the doctor's offices.

How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing products?

They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays. Drivers use GPS to navigate quickly and safely, avoiding traffic and hazardous conditions.

To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step?

Transfer contents to an external storage device. The settings are reverted back to their default when the OS is restored. Hence, we transfer content on an external storage device so that it is not lost.

An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home. True or False

True An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, meet via web conferencing, and more.

Each slide in a presentation has a layout that includes placeholders for certain types of content. True or False

True Embedded objects like menu commands and content placeholders can be added to presentation slides.

Local applications can be accessed only on the computers on which they are installed. True or False

True Local applications are installed on hard drives and they cannot be accessed on other computers.

A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world. True or False

True People use technology for everything from their alarm clocks and coffee makers to their phones to check traffic all before they get to work.

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor. True or False

True The Central Processing Unit processes the input data into a meaningful output data.

New cars use embedded computers to make driving safer. True or False

True Today's vehicles have many embedded computers. Recently, all new cars were required to include backup cameras and electronic stability control with the intent of making driving safer.

An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing. True or False

True An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.

Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports. True or False

True Input and output devices can be connected

The Unicode coding scheme supports a variety of characters including those for Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic languages. True or False

True Unicode is a 16-bit coding scheme to support larger variety of symbols and characters.

What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?

USB flash drive An external hard disk is the only device that can singularly store the quantity of data in question. It's also less likely to get corrupted or damaged.

What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly?

Update the device driver. We should always use a trusted source like the OS or the manufacturer's website to update the device drivers.

How can you check data on devices connected through an IoT network?

Use a tablet All IoT objects send or receive data to and from other devices. You can see the data sent or received using your mobile device or tablet, using an app designed to do this.

Shania has started a new job as an app developer. Her first task was to make an old app designed for Android available on other platforms. Which of the following would make her job easiest and fastest?

Use cross-platform tools to write code that will translate the existing Android app code into different native formats. Many cross-platform app development tools provide a compiler that can translate existing code into different native platforms.

Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals?

Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices. Organizations can implement a variety of measures to reduce electrical waste, such as: using sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices; using outside air to cool the data center or computer facility; and allowing employees to telecommute to save gas and reduce emissions from vehicles.

Sammy created a new logo for his client to use on the company website and office stationery. However, the logo became a blur when it was enlarged to use on a billboard ad. Now Sammy needs to redo the logo. What should he do to avoid this problem in the future?

Use vector images because they retain their clarity even when enlarged or shrunk. Vector images retain their clarity and crispness even when they are enlarged or shrunk.

Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?

Using a UPS or a surge processor A UPS/surge processor provides a short-term power backup and prevents power fluctuations thereby protecting the computer from becoming damaged.

What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers?

Using humor or informal names. When creating a professional online presence do not use humorous or informal names for your account profiles, blog, or domain name.

_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space.

Virtual reality (VR) Augmented reality is a type of virtual reality that uses an image of an actual place or thing and adds digital information to it, such as a photo of a location overlaid with information about places of interest.

Logan is considering web app development as a career option. Which of the following languages does he not need to master?

Visual Basic Web apps rely on HTML5 to display information, CSS to format information, and JavaScript to manage app performance.

What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual impairment read digital content?

Voice synthesizer A voice synthesizer converts text to speech.

An organization has its employees working from home. Which type of software most likely includes collaboration features to help the employees work together online?

Web apps Google's G suite is a web-based productivity suite of applications. This will enable employees working from different locations to collaborate.

Debra tracks her business finances in a spreadsheet. She wants to figure out how much she could increase profits if she raises prices on some products. What feature should she use to find the answer?

What-if analysis What-if analysis is used to test multiple scenarios by temporarily changing one or more data in the spreadsheet.

When should a user consider restoring the operating system?

When programs or apps do not start properly When programs or apps do not start properly or the system is generally slow, a user should consider restoring the operating system.

Lauren wants to write short articles and post them online. If she has an Internet connection, what software can help her do her work?

Zoho writer Zoho writer is an online word processing app that can also upload to WordPress directly.

What is the binary system?

a number system with two digits, 0 and 1 A binary system with two digits 0 and 1 indicates the absence or presence of an electronic charge. Data is finally stored in this format in computers.

Which of the following is an example of an embedded computer?

adaptive cruise control system Embedded computers perform a specific function based on the requirements of the product in which they reside.

What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?

artificial intelligence (AI) Computers with AI can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways, which is a form of learning. Programmers train the computer to act when presented with certain scenarios by instructing the computer that "if X happens, then do Y."

Sean works for an organization that offers SaaS to a chain of boutiques. By getting data from the database, he has to prepare a list of instances when the billing transaction failed. Which of the following tasks does he need to do to prepare the report?

database To create a report, Sean must: specify format and layout of the report, identify data to be included based on specified criteria, and run the report to populate it with data from the database.

Samantha plans to self-publish her book on her website. Which of the following apps should she use to design the cover?

graphics app A word processor app is needed to write the book, and a graphics app is needed to design the book cover.

Manny copied a table from an MS Excel file, closed the file, and then pasted the table in an MS Word document. Where was the table stored after he copied it?

in RAM RAM temporarily stores data needed by the OS and applications we use.

The local community college wants to increase its online offerings. To do so, the college will most likely need to purchase a(n) ______.

learning management system (LMS) A college or university might use a learning management system (LMS) to set up web-based training sites where students can check their progress in a course, take practice tests, and exchange messages with the instructor or other students.

When considering a computer to purchase, which of the following factors involves the operating system of the computer?

platform

Martha has been appointed as the Data Security Manager of her organization. The company wants her to develop a customized app to remove viruses from the infected systems without connecting to the network. What type of app should she focus on developing?

portable app Martha needs to develop an anti-virus app, which is a device management app. The app should be kept on a portable device so that it can be connected to the infected system when required.

Which type of memory is permanently installed on your computer and attached to the motherboard?

read-only memory (ROM) RAM provides temporary storage that applications use to run smoothly and efficiently. Increasing the RAM especially helps with multi-tasking where more temporary memory is needed to function.

Alex needs to email his graduation certificate to a prospective employer. He has only physical copies of the certificate. What device could he use to create an electronic copy of the certificate?

scanner A scanner converts an existing paper image into an electronic file.

What type of hard drive has no moving parts, making it fast and durable?

solid state drive

Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet, read emails, and store basic data when he travels. Which of the following would be the best option for him?

tablet Tablets, though not as powerful as other mentioned devices, are convenient to use to browse the internet, read emails and store basic data.

When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output, it does so with _____.

the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit Control Unit fetches and decodes instructions while ALU executes and stores instructions thereby converting input to output.

Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software?

to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents Companies use online collaborative productivity software to allow employees to share document such as reports or spreadsheets and make edits or comments. Google docs and Skype are two examples of collaborative online software.

Abe is creating a presentation and wants to grab the audience's attention with a visual effect when he moves from one slide to another. What should he add to the presentation?

transitions The presentation will be created in presentation app. The images can be created and/or edited using graphics software. Similarly, videos can be modified using video editing apps and inserted into the presentation.

When Alice turned on her laptop this morning, the screen displayed only colorful horizontal lines. Which of the following is most likely to have a problem?

video card

Margot and Tomas have heard how beautiful the Swiss Alps are, but they are afraid to fly. What technology could they use to see and experience the Alps without flying there?

virtual reality (VR) Virtual reality is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional (3-D) space. These simulations use 3-D images that enable users to explore and have a sensory experience through visual and sound effects.