4. Sophia - Information Technology (3) - Unit 4
Cristina is adding sound files to her presentation. Select the set of file types that Christina can use to add this media to her presentation. .wma and .sql .csv and .jpeg .gif and .wmv .mp3 and .wav
.mp3 and .wav
Jake has a collection of 40 feature length movies on Blu-ray discs. How much space will he need to store them on a hard disk? 10 gigabytes 100 kilobytes 40 gigabytes 1 terabyte
1 terabyte
Mel is a research scientist at a health sciences center. His job requires him to analyze large amounts of data and run complex computational models in short periods of time. Select the best computer for Mel. A handheld tablet computer A portable laptop computer A desktop computer with a fast processor A laptop computer with an extra monitor
A desktop computer with a fast processor
Which of the following can be controlled by copyright? The name of a publicly-traded company The logo of a well-known brand of shoes A lip-sync video of a popular song posted to YouTube A new cancer medication approved by the FDA
A lip-sync video of a popular song posted to YouTube
Crystelle is looking at her company's customer database to find information about a particular customer. Which database element is Crystelle looking for that would contain all the associated information about that customer? A column Quantitative data A query A record
A record
Which of the following statements about automation is FALSE? A.) Automation is best used for single tasks. B.) Automation is best used for necessary, repetitive tasks. C.) Automation is essential to business process management. D.) Automation requires little human intervention.
A.) Automation is best used for single tasks.
In the IT maintenance procedure, what is the next step immediately after a request for maintenance is approved and processed? A.) Designing a maintenance solution B.) Acquiring another request for maintenance C.) Sending the maintenance request to the Help Desk D.) Implementing a maintenance solution
A.) Designing a maintenance solution
Which of the following is NOT a pathway of the information technology career cluster? A.) Hardware analysis B.) Interactive media C.) Program and software development D.) Information support and services
A.) Hardware analysis
An IT Specialist is typically responsible for which of the following? A.) Keeping systems running and up to date. B.) Using software and hardware to design networks. C.) Understanding complex processes and programming languages. D.) Writing computer code in a given programming language.
A.) Keeping systems running and up to date.
A software development team is a group of people in an organization that is responsible for which of the following? A.) Planning, designing, developing, and testing software B.) Planning software projects C.) Designing software D.) Programming software
A.) Planning, designing, developing, and testing software
Which of the following roles in software development should NOT be automated? A.) System design B.) Database connectivity C.) Quality assurance testing D.) File transfer
A.) System design
Select the true statement about the impact of automation on employment. A.) The impact of automation on employment has been examined extensively for several decades. B.) The need for workers who maintain robotic technologies will decrease due to automation. C.) Automated processes will increase the need for workers to perform low-skill tasks. D.) Artificial intelligence has not had much impact on the security industry.
A.) The impact of automation on employment has been examined extensively for several decades.
A(n) __________ is a person whose job is to work with clients to identify business needs, as well as to understand and document business processes. A.) analyst B.) software project manager C.) software developer D.) software designer/architect
A.) analyst
A software engineer could be responsible for any of the following, EXCEPT __________. A.) designing hardware devices B.) software development C.) software testing D.) software maintenance
A.) designing hardware devices
An application that allows users to locate objects based on the objects themselves emitting a signal is known as __________ technology. A.) findable B.) autonomous C.) wearable D.) collaborative
A.) findable
A project manager does all of the following tasks, EXCEPT __________. A.) fulfilling design specifications and requirements B.) coordinating schedules and resources to maximize the output of the project C.) monitoring the scope, time, and budget of a project D.) communicating status to managers
A.) fulfilling design specifications and requirements
A computer scientist whose job it is to manage the system settings on a computer network, as well as oversee the security of that network, is known as a __________. A.) systems administrator B.) programming language specialist C.) computer operator D.) database administrator
A.) systems administrator
Which of the following is a best practice for maintaining a safe and healthy workstation? Adjusting the chair height so that a person's calves are perpendicular to the floor Reaching down to use the keyboard Cradling the telephone between the head and neck Adjusting the monitor height so that the bottom of the monitor is in a straight line with the eyes
Adjusting the chair height so that a person's calves are perpendicular to the floor
Gus is developing new software in an environment in which incremental changes are released at regular intervals within a timebox. Shana is developing software for the minimum viable product stage in order to provide the development team with feedback on how to improve the application. Gus is employing the software methodology known as __________, while Shana is employing the software methodology known as __________. cascading, RAD Agile, Lean Lean, prototyping RAD, Agile
Agile, Lean
Which technology enhances or augments the real world by using information that is designed to heighten sensory (i.e., auditory and visual) perception? Autonomous technology Artificial intelligence Visualization Augmented reality
Augmented reality
__________ is a recent advancement in computer science involving software that is designed to simulate the human mind and how it learns, while __________ is a recent advancement in computer science related to the development of images, charts, and diagrams used to communicate an idea or message. A.) Visualization; augmented reality B.) Artificial intelligence; visualization C.) Cloud computing; artificial intelligence D.) Augmented reality; cloud computing
B.) Artificial intelligence; visualization
Zoho Project is a software development management tool that allows for which of the following? A.) Creating charts and diagrams for mapping the development process B.) Planning, collaborating, and tracking the progress of large projects by splitting them into smaller tasks C.) Overall planning, organizing resources and employee workload, and budgeting D.) Program writing, web development, and web applications in an integrated development environment
B.) Planning, collaborating, and tracking the progress of large projects by splitting them into smaller tasks
Someone who works in quality assurance is typically responsible for which of the following? A.) Creating interface design and designing applications based around an analyst's specifications, business process restrictions, and system requirements. B.) Testing software, developing testing procedures, and evaluating and documenting outcomes of tests. C.) Optimizing resources, managing risk, and keeping projects on time and budget. D.) Writing code in a given programming language.
B.) Testing software, developing testing procedures, and evaluating and documenting outcomes of tests.
__________ is the degree to which software can meet the goals it was designed for, as defined by utility and usability. A.) Efficiency B.) Usefulness C.) Visibility D.) Satisfaction
B.) Usefulness
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of CVS? A.) Dizziness B.) Wrist pain C.) Blurred vision D.) Eye strain
B.) Wrist pain
Programming knowledge, network management, and debugging are all examples of __________ skills, while collaboration, communication, and attention to detail are all examples of __________ skills. A.) developmental; managerial B.) hard; soft C.) infrastructure; maintenance D.) technical; analytical
B.) hard; soft
How easily a user can adapt to the user interface of a software application is a dimension of usability known as __________. A.) visibility B.) learnability C.) satisfaction D.) efficiency
B.) learnability
A(n) __________ is someone whose job is to maintain an organization's communication connection system, keeping it up to date and ensuring it is reliable and secure. A.) computer operator B.) network administrator C.) database administrator D.) information security officer
B.) network administrator
A __________ is responsible for dividing an application into components to be developed, as well as for building the architecture and interface idea, making sure it aligns with the requirements of the system. A.) project manager B.) software designer C.) programmer D.) software analyst
B.) software designer
Usability refers to which of the following? A.) How easily a developer can alter the code of a software application B.) Whether or not a software application is ready for public use C.) A user-centric approach to designing and developing a software application D.) The capacity of a software application to perform tasks
C.) A user-centric approach to designing and developing a software application
__________ is an example of automation that can make recommendations to users based on their browser history, while __________ is an example of automation that can track usage of services and send users an appropriate invoice. A.) Importing/exporting data; advertising and marketing B.) Online software; text autofill/autocorrect C.) Advertising and marketing; customer billing D.) Customer billing; importing/exporting data
C.) Advertising and marketing; customer billing
Which of the following activities are NOT performed by computer scientists? A.) Working with computer languages B.) Developing software algorithms C.) Engineering computer hardware D.) Working with data structures
C.) Engineering computer hardware
__________ is a computing trend that describes the growth of Internet connectivity around the world. A.) Social media B.) Mobile technology C.) Globalization D.) Personalization
C.) Globalization
In the given image, which of the following is correct for an ergonomically sound workstation? A.) Desk position B.) Keyboard position C.) Monitor position D.) Telephone use
C.) Monitor position
__________ is an organizational role of IT that involves devising ways for customers and clients to securely obtain company information. A.) Data management B.) Data security C.) Network development and maintenance D.) Infrastructure and equipment management
C.) Network development and maintenance
_________ is a software development methodology that seeks to create multiple sample versions of a project for client review, allowing for plenty of feedback and ease of data refinement, but leaving the potential for major changes high. A.) Primavera B.) Cascade C.) Prototyping D.) Agile
C.) Prototyping
__________ is a software development methodology where a working model of a project is quickly produced. This allows for more control over system risks, but also means the system is not scalable and uses a great deal of resources. A.) Cascade B.) Agile C.) Rapid application development D.) MVP
C.) Rapid application development
Which of the following statements about Programming Language Specialists is FALSE? A.) They may require a bachelor's or an associate degree in computer science. B.) They make language recommendations to analysts. C.) They design new languages and operating systems. D.) They design and implement programming languages into IT software projects.
C.) They design new languages and operating systems.
Which of the following is NOT a software development life cycle methodology? A.) Cascade B.) Agile C.) Visio D.) Prototyping
C.) Visio
The agile software development methodology is categorized by all of the following, EXCEPT: A.) collaboration between both developers and clients. B.) heavy reliance on client input. C.) heavy emphasis on developer decision-making. D.) incremental changes with a focus on quality and attention to detail.
C.) heavy emphasis on developer decision-making.
Fixing bugs, adding features, and performing system updates or backups are all aspects of the software development life cycle phase called __________. A.) deployment B.) testing C.) maintenance D.) system design
C.) maintenance
Suzi is a writer who is using her keyboard to type a story. When she saves her work, her computer issues a command and returns the results, which she checks to ensure that her work has been saved properly. The __________ in Suzi's computer is responsible for executing the operation sent to it by the software. CPU ROM RAM keyboard
CPU
Transformative Software develops apps that help disabled people to complete everyday tasks. Its software projects are divided into sequential phases. The planning and delivery dates of the software under development are emphasized. Which software development methodology is the company most likely using? Cascade (Waterfall) Prototyping RAD Agile
Cascade (Waterfall)
To prevent eye strain, a person's monitor should be AT LEAST __________ inches away from their face when in use. A.) 24 B.) 12 C.) 10 D.) 16
D.) 16
Select the statement that is most consistently TRUE about the impact of automation on employment. A.) Automation cannot replace jobs that require communication with people (e.g., customer service). B.) The potential for job loss due to automation is far higher than the potential for job creation. C.) Mass unemployment is a likely inevitable result from the increased use of automation. D.) Automation has increased the need for workers who have specialized skills.
D.) Automation has increased the need for workers who have specialized skills.
Select the true statement about the impact of automation on employment. A.) Artificial intelligence has not been used much in industries other than transportation. B.) Automated processes have no effect on the number of employees needed in a business. C.) There will be a decreased need for workers who maintain robotic technologies. D.) While some job loss may occur as a result of automation, the potential for job creation exists.
D.) While some job loss may occur as a result of automation, the potential for job creation exists.
A person whose job is to effectively bridge the gap between the business and technical sides of a project, gathering business requirements and translating those into technical requirements, is known as a __________. A.) systems administrator B.) computer programmer C.) systems engineer D.) systems analyst
D.) systems analyst
A __________ is an individual who must integrate components of hardware and software to create new functionality. A.) software engineer B.) network engineer C.) computer operator D.) systems engineer
D.) systems engineer
John works for a media advertising company. He consults with systems analysts and programmers on projects that require the creation of systems to store and retrieve client records and trends. What is John's role in his organization? Hardware Engineer Programming Language Specialist Computer Operator Database Administrator
Database Administrator
Select the person whose job is performing the role of a software project manager. Valerie maintains documentation related to product testing and software training of personnel. Colin develops and evaluates the results of tests for different aspects of the software. Ellen writes computer code using a programming language. Felipe is responsible for keeping software development projects on time and on budget.
Felipe is responsible for keeping software development projects on time and on budget.
Which goal or purpose is best handled as a manual process, rather than an automated one? Routine usage Conserving resources Finding bugs in the interface Saving time
Finding bugs in the interface
Jeremy has a large amount of photos and videos on his computer and wants to purchase an additional data storage device to store them. Which of the following devices should Jeremy purchase for his data storage needs? Monitor GPU Keyboard Flash Drive
Flash Drive
Which statement best describes MS Visio? Users can plan a software project and disseminate project resources. Users can easily integrate this management tool with the company's enterprise system. Users can track the progress of large projects by breaking them down into smaller tasks. In addition to mapping out the process, users can create charts and diagrams.
In addition to mapping out the process, users can create charts and diagrams.
Eric is in charge of ensuring the information in his organization is safeguarded through the formulation of policies and oversees the implementation of those policies. Joy is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization's entire catalog of IT technologies. She also develops all of the IT standards and protocols for the organization. Eric holds the position of __________ in his organization, while Joy holds the position of __________ in her organization. Network Administrator, Support Analyst Computer Operator, Database Administrator Infrastructure Manager, Security Administrator Information Security Officer, Infrastructure Manager
Information Security Officer, Infrastructure Manager
Kamal manages his organization's enterprise management system. Which IT role is Kamal most likely performing? Data management Information technology support Infrastructure and equipment management Network development and maintenance
Infrastructure and equipment management
Select the employee who is performing a data management role. Amelie develops and maintains the company's "Acceptable Use Policy." Kevin mans the help desk at his company's corporate office. Jeremiah develops solutions to collect and store his company's financial records. Jonah assesses his company's current I.T. resources and makes recommendations for improvement.
Jeremiah develops solutions to collect and store his company's financial records.
Which person is fulfilling the programmer role on the software development team? In a meeting with employees in the finance department, Cindy gained input on the specific requirements of the new software they need. Jake examined the schedules of his team members to ensure the project is delivered on time. Raina developed a process for testing the new software. John wrote the computer code for new software.
John wrote the computer code for new software.
IT specialists must display technical expertise and collaborative proficiency in the workplace. Select the IT specialist who demonstrates a soft skill. Keith applies a filter to the company's network that prevents users from accessing social media while they are working. Terri uses her Java programming skills to write a key part of the company's new software. Chandler evaluates the results of recent user tests of his company's new software. Joyce recruits users to test new software by explaining to them how it will benefit the organization.
Joyce recruits users to test new software by explaining to them how it will benefit the organization.
Which of the following is a best practice for maintaining a safe and healthy workstation? Leaning forward in the chair to reach the keyboard Keeping the wrist straight while using a touchscreen Facing the monitor screen towards a window Lifting a heavy object with the back bent and the knees straight
Keeping the wrist straight while using a touchscreen
Even though she knows that she should, Jacqueline cannot stop playing her favorite online game, and often loses track of time while playing. Which computer addiction symptom is Jacqueline experiencing? Lack of control Neglect Uncomfortable feelings Downplaying computer use
Lack of control
Trevor knows that he must be organized if he wants to develop good software. He decides to use __________ to create a budget, manage workloads, and plan the overall development of new software. MS Project MS Resource MS Visual Studio MS Visio
MS Project
IT specialists must possess technical knowledge and work well with others if they are to be successful. Select the IT specialist who demonstrates a hard skill. Elizabeth tracks her team's progress on a software development project. Maggie designs a new user interface for her company's master control panel. Noel monitors a virtual chat program to keep in touch with other members of the IT department. Freddy helped his team find a compromise when two members disagreed on a feature of their application.
Maggie designs a new user interface for her company's master control panel.
Select the IT specialist who demonstrates a hard skill. Maria installs a content filter to ensure that users in her organization are not exposed to inappropriate content. Merlin holds regular meetings with his team to ensure that their I.T. improvement projects are on schedule. Max ensures that each software engineer follows a standard process for development. Mazzy comes up with a solution for an issue faced by her software development team.
Maria installs a content filter to ensure that users in her organization are not exposed to inappropriate content.
Which statement describes an example of database software? Microsoft Access enables users to create, store, and retrieve records. Microsoft Word enables users to write and edit text documents. Microsoft PowerPoint enables users to create animated presentations that can be projected on a screen. Microsoft Excel enables users to perform calculations and statistical analyses.
Microsoft Access enables users to create, store, and retrieve records
Paul wants to present information about a new product at the upcoming national sales meeting. Which productivity software should Paul use? IBM DB2 Microsoft Excel OpenOffice Impress Google Docs
OpenOffice Impress
Marco travels often and does not have consistent wireless Internet service. He frequently uses his mobile phone service to provide Internet access to his tablet. Which network type is Marco using? WAN MAN PAN LAN
PAN
Penny is building a health tracker website that collects data from users, such as height, weight, and diet. In order to make sure she is complying with the COPPA Act, what action should Penny take? Penny should block any obscene advertisements from appearing on her site. Penny should publicize how the data she is obtaining will be stored and used. Penny should hold a forum to notify the public of the site's internet safety policy. Penny should add a feature to ask for the user's age before collecting their other information, and require users under 13 to seek their parents' consent first.
Penny should add a feature to ask for the user's age before collecting their other information, and require users under 13 to seek their parents' consent first.
Morris is a software engineer for a manufacturer. He wrote a program for the accounting department. During the testing phase, he noticed that the software would occasionally return an erroneous result, but he decided not to make modifications to the program because there were concerns about the project going over budget. He decided that it was better for him to be seen as someone who could stay within budget, and rationalized that the error was minor, and would not affect financial performance. Which principle of the Software Engineering Code of Ethics has Morris violated? Principle 7: Colleagues Principle 3: Product Principle 6: Profession Principle 8: Self
Principle 3: Product
ed is responsible for the design and implementation of the type of coding to be used in an IT software project. What is his profession? Programming Language Specialist Computer Engineer Database Administrator System Administrator
Programming Language Specialist
Beth works with project stakeholders to maintain team organization and communicate the project status. Select Beth's role in the organization. Project Manager Project Analyst Project Developer Project Architect
Project Manager
Tyler works with a software development team at a large healthcare organization. His job is to identify the aspects of the software that must be tested, develop appropriate tests, run those tests, and evaluate the results. What is Tyler's role in the organization? Software Project Manager Software Developer Quality Assurance Analyst
Quality Assurance
Zehra works with a software development team. One of his tasks is to define the overall structure of an application and divide it into components to be developed. What is Zehra's role on the software development team? Programmer Software Analyst Project Manager Software Designer
Software Designer
Sam is a member of a software development team. His job is to identify the system functions that must be validated, and to decide how to test new software. What is Sam's role on the software development team? Software Analyst Project Manager Software Quality Assurance Programmer
Software Quality Assurance
When computer users have trouble with their machines or software, Roland is the first person they call for help. Roland helps users with their problems, or refers them to a more-experienced IT employee. Roland holds the position of __________ in the organization. Network Administrator Database Administator Support Analyst Systems Analyst
Support Analyst
Reesa works for a large real estate company. She is responsible for installing and supporting the company's internet systems, including the LAN and WAN. Reesa routinely monitors network performance, and performs network maintenance. Reesa is employed as a __________. Computer Engineer System Administrator Database Administrator Systems Analyst
System Administrator
Brenda has a laptop that is more than six years old. Since she upgraded the Windows operating system to the latest version, her machine crashes when she starts it up. To solve the issue, Brenda should try __________. System Restore System Configuration Defragment Disc Cleanup
System Restore
Michiko works for a credit union. When a new employee is hired, the manager contacts Michiko to add a new user to the network and to set appropriate permissions for that user. What is Michiko's role in her organization? Database Administrator Programming Language Specialist Network Engineer Systems Administrator
Systems Administrator
Craig identified the specific details of a system that needed to be built after consulting with employees of a business to determine their needs. Craig is employed as a __________. Systems Analyst System Engineer Computer Programmer System Administrator
Systems Analyst
Which of the following tasks is best suited to an automated process? Kanta's company requires a human to review and sign off on each piece of software. Astor plans to test her software only twice. Tanya plans to modify her software, and will run her various tests many times. Mai has unlimited time to perform her testing.
Tanya plans to modify her software, and will run her various tests many times
Select the true statement about the history of the Internet. As a way to spy on the Soviet Union, ARPA was preceded by the creation of the DARPA agency in the late 1950s. It took more than a decade for a private company — Bolt, Beranek, and Newman — to develop ARPANET. During the first year of its operation, ARPANET enabled computer networks to communicate through the invention of the TCP/IP protocol. The U.S. government created the Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA) in response to the Soviet launch of Sputnik.
The U.S. government created the Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA) in response to the Soviet launch of Sputnik
Which of the following tasks is best suited to a manual process? Braelyn's software is subject to routine testing. Yesenia's software requires, at most, one or two tests. Marvin's software requires reliable, consistent testing. Ahmad's software will be tested outside normal business hours.
Yesenia's software requires, at most, one or two tests
Identify the true statement about Windows tasks. You can view all files on a computer by using File Explorer (formerly known as Windows Explorer). Pressing the enter button begins the boot process. The most common way to open an application is by using the command line. Clicking on the Internet Explorer icon is a shortcut way to display all Microsoft Office programs.
You can view all files on a computer by using File Explorer (formerly known as Windows Explorer)
Meredith just installed a new smart security system in her home, which allows her to turn off her alarm system from her smartphone as she's on her way home from work.Meredith's home security system is an example of ____. an integrated computer system an operating system an SSD a microprocessor
an integrated computer system
What advancement in computer technology involves services that are provided over a computer network (such as the internet) through servers in a remote location? augmented reality visualization cloud computing artificial intelligence
cloud computing
An infrastructure manager is responsible for all of the following, EXCEPT __________. A.) overseeing an organization's entire catalog of IT technologies and infrastructure B.) developing and implementing standards and protocols for IT operations within an organization C.) directly preventing unauthorized access to an organization's network or data D.) managing infrastructure personnel and delegating tasks related to testing, developing, or deploying IT software
directly preventing unauthorized access to an organization's network or data
Inez is examining her software design to make sure the on-screen controls help users navigate quickly in the interface. Annette is writing a user guide for her new software. Inez is addressing the dimension of usability known as __________, while Annette is addressing the dimension of usability known as __________. efficiency, learnability satisfaction, error management learnability, satisfaction error management, efficiency
efficiency, learnability
Third world countries are leading the way in internet growth. This statement describes the trend known as __________. personalization mobilization globalization collaboration
globalization
Malouka participates in a research project for a large consumer behavior research firm. Each time she purchases items in a grocery store, she scans the barcodes of her products into an app, which sends her purchase data to the firm for analysis. Malouka is working with an example of automation known as __________. importing/exporting data autofill billing autocorrect
importing/exporting data
Smartphones and tablets currently outsell laptop and desktop computers. This statement describes the trend known as __________. automation visualization personalization mobilization
mobilization
Information systems consist of five components: hardware, software, data, process, and __________. peripherals monitors data management people
people
When Asha finished watching a movie at home, she was surprised that the movie-streaming service suggested another film she might like to view. This statement describes the trend known as __________. personalization social media growth globalization findable technology
personalization
Jeffrey consults with company leaders to identify ways in which Information Technology can help the organization reach its goals. Jeffrey is working in a/an __________ role for his company. planning data security network development and maintenance infrastructure and equipment management
planning
Tom surveys the users of a new software product. One of the survey questions asks users to rate their preferences on a Likert scale. Tom addresses the dimension of usability known as __________. satisfaction learnability efficiency visibility
satisfaction
When Betsy composed a text message, the software suggested words that she may want to insert in her message. Betsy's smartphone is employing an example of automation known as __________. online software applications advertising and marketing importing/exporting data textfill/autocorrect
textfill/autocorrect
