ISDS Exam 1

Joel wants to find a specific webpage containing the words "The quick brown fox" in the same sequence. Which of the following search queries should he use to produce the most helpful results? A. "The quick brown fox" B. -The quick brown fox- C. |The quick brown fox| D. *The quick brown fox*

A. "The quick brown fox"

Which of the following stories can be said to be in the public domain? A. A copyrighted story whose copyright has expired B. A story with more than one author C. A copyrighted story the author provides permission for D. A story that is published in a magazine without any author's name

A. A copyrighted story whose copyright has expired

What could cause an external drive, like a USB flash drive, to not be recognized when plugged into a computer? A. A faulty port B. A dusty computer vent C. Insufficient space on the hard disk drive D. An issue with internet connectivity

A. A faulty port

Which of the following people will benefit the most from using a B2B website? A. Akiko, who provides services to other smaller businesses which helps them establish themselves in the market B. Rahim, who wants to sell his old furniture before he moves to a different city C. Rohan, who runs a company that sells organic cosmetics directly to consumers D. Mika, who sells hand-made and inexpensive jewelry to college students

A. Akiko, who provides services to other smaller businesses which helps them establish themselves in the market

Which of the following refers to a condition in which the CPU performs well but the bus speed is slow? A. Bottlenecking B. Clock speed C. Reboot D. Instructions per cycle (IPC)

A. Bottlenecking

What determines the speed at which data travels? A. Bus width B. Clock speed C. Instructions per cycle (IPC) D. RAM capacity

A. Bus width

Which of the following factors can affect processor performance of a CPU? A. Clock speed B. Benchmark C. Hard drive space D. Number of peripheral devices connected

A. Clock speed

____ is a nonprofit organization that helps content creators keep copyright to their materials while allowing others to use, copy, or distribute their work. A. Creative Commons B. U.S. Copyright Office C. Fair Use Marketplace D. Content Licenses

A. Creative Commons

Which of the following devices is the easiest to upgrade, such as by adding RAM? A. Desktop computers B. Tablets C. Smartphones D. Laptops

A. Desktop computers

Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents? A. Dynamic RAM (DRAM) B. Static RAM (SRAM) C. Magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM) D. Flash Memory

A. Dynamic RAM (DRAM)

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? A. Faulty power or video cable B. Improperly connected keyboard C. Dysfunctional UPS D. Power fluctuation

A. Faulty power or video cable

What is the correct sequence of processing instructions in a machine cycle? A. Fetch decode execute store B. Fetch store decode execute C. Fetch execute decode store D. Decode fetch store execute

A. Fetch decode execute store

Brendon wants to volunteer at the Red Cross, a nonprofit agency. He enters redcross.com in his browser, but cannot find the right website. What mistake is he making? A. He should enter redcross.org because Red Cross is a nonprofit organization. B. He should enter redcross.edu because Red Cross is an educational organization. C. He should enter Red-Cross.com because that is the name of the commercial company. D. He should enter redcross.net because Red Cross is a network provider.

A. He should enter redcross.org because Red Cross is a nonprofit organization.

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? A. Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time. B. Her hot water heater that has to be manually reset every time the power goes out. C. The sprinkler she has to turn on and off when she wants to water her plants. D. The carpet steamer she uses to clean her rugs when they get dirty.

A. Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.

Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website? A. LinkedIn B. Facebook C. Twitter D. Instagram

A. LinkedIn

Which of the following is an example of green computing? A. Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label. B. Keep devices turned on and ready to use, even at night. C. Request printed receipts. D. Purchase new models of devices as soon as they are released.

A. Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label.

Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering? A. Robotics B. Natural language processing C. Augmented reality D. Digital citizenship

A. Robotics

If you want to share a document for others to view and edit, which of the following should you do? A. Save the document to OneDrive. B. Save the document as a webpage. C. Present the document online. D. Export the document as a PDF.

A. Save the document to OneDrive.

What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package? A. Scan code B. LMS C. CAM D. M2M

A. Scan code

Search engines use software that combs the web to find webpages and add new data about them to the database. What is this software called? A. Spiders B. Centipedes C. Web searchers D. Query handlers

A. Spiders

_____ is an environment where processors are embedded in objects that communicate with one another via the Internet or wireless networks. A. The Internet of Things B. An intelligent workplace C. Augmented reality D. Assistive technology

A. The Internet of Things

_____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not. A. The digital divide B. The Internet lag C. A digital assistant D. An intelligent divide

A. The digital divide

Which of the statements about B2B e-commerce is correct? A. The transactions involve review by a team of people before making a purchase decision. B. The end consumer is the decision-maker in the transactions. C. B2B websites offer fixed, consistent pricing for all purchases. D. Shopping websites use B2B e-commerce.

A. The transactions involve review by a team of people before making a purchase decision.

The fifth grade class at the local elementary school is doing a class project on recycling and wants to involve the entire community. How could they inform community members about their project using social networking? A. They could create a hashtag and post on social media. B. They could put flyers in everyone's mailbox. C. They could call all their neighbors. D. They could contact the newspaper to run an article.

A. They could create a hashtag and post on social media.

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance? A. Turn off the computer and remove its power source. B. Install anti-virus software. C. Disconnect all the input and output devices. D. Disconnect the UPS and surge suppressor.

A. Turn off the computer and remove its power source.

_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space. A. Virtual reality (VR) B. Internet of Things (IoT) C. Natural language processing D. Green computing

A. Virtual reality (VR)

When should a user consider restoring the operating system? A. When programs or apps do not start properly B. When the monitor does not display anything C. When you cannot print documents D. When you can't connect to the Internet

A. When programs or apps do not start properly

What is the binary system? A. a number system with two digits, 0 and 1 B. an 8-bit coding scheme C. a number system with 10 digits, 0-9 D. a 16-bit coding scheme

A. a number system with two digits, 0 and 1

Cloud storage refers to the storage of data on ______. A. the web app's server B. one's mobile device C. a LAN server D. one's desktop computer

A. the web app's server

Which of the following is assigned to each webpage to identify its location on the Internet? A. uniform resource locator (URL) B. hyperlinks C. Transport Layer Security (TLS) D. universal address

A. uniform resource locator (URL)

You are on vacation and want to see where all the restaurants and trendy shops are in relation to your hotel. You remember there is an app on your phone that will use your location and show you that information. What is the app using? A. Chip-and-pin technology B. Augmented reality C. Kiosk D. Digital literacy

B. Augmented reality

How are the ways AI learns similar to how you learn? A. Both use their senses to learn. B. Both use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses. C. Both make decisions based on research only. D. Both use cameras to read faces and analyze voices.

B. Both use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses.

Blackbaud is a company that supplies services and software designed for nonprofit organizations. Which type of e-commerce website will Blackbaud have? A. Business-to-consumer B. Business-to-business C. Consumer-to-consumer D. Business-to-Government

B. Business-to-business

Ronald maintains a website that focuses on travel-related information. He gathers adventure posts from various travel blogs and shares them to his site. What type of a website does Ronald maintain? A. Online social network B. Content aggregator site C. Blogging platform D. Media sharing site

B. Content aggregator site

Francis has designed a picture book appropriate for third graders. He wants teachers across the world to freely download, use, and distribute his work, but he would still like to retain his copyright on the content. What type of license should he use for his book? A. standard copyright B. Creative Commons license C. digital rights management D. fair use license

B. Creative Commons license

Taran wants to work in the technology field but is unsure of which career to pursue. He has been told he has strong people skills; he is good at figuring out what is wrong with computers and fixing them; and he is patient and helpful when others do not know how to use computers. As his college advisor, which technology careers would you suggest he explore? A. System development B. Help desk support C. Data scientist D. System security

B. Help desk support

In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly. A. Human Resources B. Information Technology C. Engineering D. Personal Computing

B. Information Technology

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored? A. RAM B. Internal hard drive C. Flash drive D. Virtual memory

B. Internal hard drive

Before going into space, astronauts spend many hours training on flight simulators allowing them to learn how to fly without life and death consequences. How would you describe the technology the flight simulator is using? A. It is acting as a robot. B. It is using virtual reality. C. It is a type of artificial intelligence. D. It is serving as a digital assistant.

B. It is using virtual reality.

How would you describe an intelligent workplace? A. Its workers all telecommute and use the cloud. B. It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate. C. It has a bring your own device (BYOD) policy allowing online collaboration. D. It holds meetings only via web conferencing and markets itself over social media.

B. It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate.

How is a microprocessor different from an integrated circuit? A. Microprocessors are the size of your thumb and integrated circuits are the size of your hand. B. Microprocessors are faster, smaller and less expensive than integrated circuits. C. Microprocessors control the flow of electrons and integrated circuits control the flow of protons. D. Microprocessors include tape and disk storage whereas integrated circuits are part of an operating system.

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

Joe wants to use an engaging image as a hook in his presentation, but he's afraid of violating any copyright laws. What should he do? A. Search for an image on Yahoo B. Search for an image on Creative Commons C. Search for an image on Wolfram Alpha D. Search for an image on Bing

B. Search for an image on Creative Commons

A friend of Muna's suggested a website that she can use to download music. How should she check if the website is secure? A. She should check if the website contains any content depicting violence. B. She should check whether the URL of the website starts with "http" or "https." C. She should check if there are at least three webpages that she can access on the website. D. She should check if the Top Level Domain of the website is ".com" or ".org."

B. She should check whether the URL of the website starts with "http" or "https."

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? A. Tell him to use the picture from Spring Break as he has a great tan and the beach is a good background. B. 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. C. Tell him to make sure his Facebook settings are marked public as employers today want to see that their employees know how to have fun. D. Tell him to be sure to put a humorous quote on his site to show he has a funny side.

B. 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.

Kay is researching the health benefits of avocados. She finds an article on the website tracyshealthproducts.com. Which of the following can assure Kay that the content is credible? A. The site sells products made from avocados. B. The article's author has been a nutritionist for the last three years. C. The firm that runs the site is located four blocks from her home. D. The author has over 8,000 connections on LinkedIn.

B. The article's author has been a nutritionist for the last three years.

Keith is researching a controversial topic and wants to use a website he found as an information source. Which of the following is a sign that the website is not a worthwhile resource? A. The author is a well-known expert on the topic. B. The author uses emotional language to express a single point of view. C. The author supports claims with facts. D. The author has no conflict of interest.

B. The author uses emotional language to express a single point of view.

Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health? A. Health records are stored in the cloud. B. The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased. C. Physicians can monitor patients using digital devices through the use of a smartphone. D. Patients can receive text reminders to take medications.

B. The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased.

Susan is reading through a collection of webpages that contains information about a software firm. The firm manages the information on these webpages. What is Susan most likely browsing? A. Different pages listed by a search engine B. The website of the software firm C. Her email account D. Someone's Facebook profile

B. The website of the software firm

How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing products? A. They have automated vehicles B. They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays. C. They have self-driving trucks. D. They use handheld computers/scanners.

B. They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays.

How do delivery companies track packages? A. They use a learning management system. B. They use code-scanning technology. C. They use GPS. D. They use robotic arms to load packages.

B. They use code-scanning technology.

To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step? A. Disconnect all output devices. B. Transfer contents to an external storage device. C. Disconnect the UPS. D. Remove the internal hard drive on which the operating system is stored.

B. Transfer contents to an external storage device.

What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly? A. Unplug the headset. B. Update the device driver. C. Replace the computer's power cord. D. Upgrade RAM.

B. Update the device driver.

Alessandro wants to use his desktop computer to video chat with his mother. What hardware does he need to accomplish this? A. Use a webcam and scanner to ensure that the quality of the call is good. B. Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other. C. Use his keyboard, monitor, and speakers so that both he and his mother can see, hear, and even text each other. D. Use his projector and webcam so that both he and his mother can clearly see and hear each other.

B. Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other.

Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals? A. Become more active on social media. B. Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices. C. Print copies of email messages. D. Discard old laptops and cell phones.

B. Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices.

Andy is writing an article and wants to verify a few facts. Which of the following websites is designed to provide answers to factual questions? A. RhythmOne B. Wolfram Alpha C. Ask a Librarian D. TinEye

B. Wolfram Alpha

What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways? A. robotics B. artificial intelligence (AI) C. virtual reality (VR) D. embedded computers

B. artificial intelligence (AI)

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? A. in ROM B. in RAM C. in the ALU D. in the core

B. in RAM

If you copy a drawing from the Internet and use it in a report, you might be violating the artist's _____. A. digital rights B. intellectual property rights C. fair use rights D. artistic rights

B. intellectual property rights

Which of the following is a technology designed for use in manufacturing? A. electronic monitoring bracelets B. machine-to-machine (M2M) communications C. bring your own device (BYOD) D. web analytics

B. machine-to-machine (M2M) communications

When considering a computer to purchase, which of the following factors involves the operating system of the computer? A. form factor B. platform C. hardware specifications D. add-on devices

B. platform

A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk, and then send a reminder to you on a wireless network. A. transistors B. sensors C. kiosks D. navigation systems

B. sensors

What type of hard drive has no moving parts, making it fast and durable? A. magnetic hard drive B. solid state drive C. DVD D. tape drive

B. solid state drive

Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to create written documents without using a keyboard? A. closed captioning B. speech recognition software C. Braille printer D. audio book

B. speech recognition software

Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software? A. to promote company events and products B. to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents C. to take classes or earn a degree online D. to perform work that is too dangerous, detailed, or monotonous for a single person

B. to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents

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? A. hard drive B. video card C. external storage devices D. built-in camera

B. video card

Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU, speakers, a printer and a mouse? A. A laptop B. An all-in-one computer C. A desktop computer D. A tablet

C. A desktop computer

Jodi is travelling to San Francisco for a conference. She has stored her PowerPoint slides on Microsoft's web app. What could be of concern to her while presenting her slides? A. Storage space on her external hard drive B. Access to the latest version of the web app C. A poor internet connection D. Storage space on her laptop

C. A poor internet connection

Which type of website would allow Evan, an avid traveler, to share photos and videos with his friends? A. A tourism website B. A content aggregation website C. A social networking website D. An entertainment website

C. A social networking website

How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent? A. Scan codes can be used to track where a person is. B. GPS can be used to navigate traffic patterns. C. Automated vehicles will be developed. D. Drones will deliver their packages.

C. Automated vehicles will be developed.

Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her compete in a hearing world? A. A braille printer can be used to print documents. B. Screen reader software can be used to read what is on the screen. C. Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said. D. Voice output software can be used to translate what she is saying to text.

C. Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.

Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy. If Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices, including his computer, smartphone, and tablet, where should he store them? A. RAM B. ROM C. Cloud storage D. Compact disk

C. Cloud storage

Lionel wants to find images of colonies of Emperor penguins to use for a school project. Which of the following phrases should he use as the search query to find the results he needs? A. Emperor penguin B. penguin colony C. Emperor penguin colony D. Emperor penguin images

C. Emperor penguin colony

Which of the following does a secure website use to safeguard transmitted information? A. A lock icon B. The http protocol C. Encryption D. Digital certificate

C. Encryption

Which of the following is a web app? A. Yahoo! B. Microsoft Edge C. Google Docs D. Flipboard

C. Google Docs

Which of these hardware components can you use to store videos? A. External RAM B. Floppy disk C. Hard drive D. Motherboard

C. Hard drive

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? A. He should choose a product that uses natural language processing, so he can type in where he wants to go. B. He should choose a digital assistant that will guess where he wants to go based on the date. C. He should choose technology with artificial intelligence that has the ability to predict outcomes and patterns. D. He should choose technology that guides him with rules and regulations.

C. He should choose technology with artificial intelligence that has the ability to predict outcomes and patterns.

Rocco runs a software firm that creates database management systems for other businesses. How can he ensure that his employees' computers remain protected from viruses and other malware? A. He should have additional RAM installed on all the computers. B. He should have the hard disks on all the computers defragmented periodically. C. He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers. D. He should have the hardware components like the monitor, keyboard, and CPU vents periodically cleaned.

C. He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers.

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? A. He should be using an all-in-one computer. B. He should always find a desktop computer. C. He should make sure to bring a tablet. D. He should be sure to carry his laptop.

C. He should make sure to bring a tablet.

Victoria wants to add a new logo to her landscape management website. Where would be the most appropriate location for her to place it on the home page? A. On the sidebar B. On the navigation bar C. In the header D. In the body

C. In the header

Rogelio wants to buy appliances for his newly leased apartment. He looks for information on PriceGrabber, a comparison shopping website. Which of the following advantages do sites such as this offer? A. Easy delivery of appliances to any location B. Information on the brands that friends have purchased C. Information that will help obtain best value for money spent D. Discounts on future purchases

C. Information that will help obtain best value for money spent

EasyMart (EM) has a physical store and an online shopping site and is coming up with deals on retail products for the week of Christmas. As a marketing consultant at EM, which of the following tactics would you recommend to achieve the highest sales? A. Issue discount coupons in newspapers for all products B. Issue in-store coupons for select products and brands C. Issue digital coupons for discounts on all products D. Issue discount cards redeemable on future purchases

C. Issue digital coupons for discounts on all products

What printer is commonly used to produce high-quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints? A. Ink-jet printer B. Laser printer C. Plotter D. Mobile printer

C. Plotter

Your Uber driver just showed up to pick you up and when you open the car door, you notice that the human is in the passenger seat and no one is sitting in the driver's seat. You realize this is a self-driving car. You are pretty excited to experience this new technology, but also have reservations. Based on what you have researched, which of the following might be one of your reservations? A. Self-driving cars are known for running red lights. B. Self-driving cars are often ticketed for speeding. C. Self-driving cars contribute to accidents caused by distracted driving. D. Self-driving cars rely too much on GPS and turn on closed roads.

C. Self-driving cars contribute to accidents caused by distracted driving.

Ms. Lawson, a primary school teacher, told her students that a photograph of the president is in the public domain. What does she mean by this? A. The photo uses copy protection software to limit access to the image. B. The president has the legal right to sell, publish, or distribute the photo. C. The photo is free of copyrights. D. The president keeps the copyright to the photo while allowing others to use it.

C. The photo is free of copyrights.

Why is it advisable to look beyond search engines like Google and Bing while conducting online research for assignments and projects? A. They mostly give inaccurate results. B. They do not yield results pertaining to academic research. C. There are search engines available with more reliable research. D. They usually give biased results.

C. There are search engines available with more reliable research.

The current Copyright Law states that, in general, works published after 1977 will fall into public domain 70 years after the death of the author. Which of the following will be true for those who want to use a whole or portions of a novel published in 1978, with a copyright notice 70 years after the author dies? A. They will need to seek permission to do so. B. They will need to pay a royalty to do so. C. They are free to do so without seeking permission or paying royalty. D. They will not be able to do so even after seeking permission or paying royalty.

C. They are free to do so without seeking permission or paying royalty.

How do advertisers use data to know which products would most likely appeal to you? A. They monitor the television stations you watch. B. They track your movements on your Fitbit. C. They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes." D. They analyze your text messages sent to your friends.

C. They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes."

Bentley is the head of a software development team and needs to use a web app for project management. Which of the following web apps best suits his needs? A. Google Docs B. Slack C. Trello D. PowerPoint

C. Trello

Dave and Pietro are active in the National Guard. Halfway through the semester, they receive orders to report to duty. How can their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course? A. Speed through the content and finish before they leave. B. Mail them videotapes and tests. C. Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online. D. Give them the classroom phone extension to dial in while away.

C. Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.

Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware? A. Connecting peripheral devices to computer B. Rebooting the computer often C. Using a UPS or a surge processor D. Cleaning air vents

C. Using a UPS or a surge processor

What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers? A. Including links to videos you have created. B. Enabling privacy settings on social media sites. C. Using humor or informal names. D. Adding photos of yourself.

C. Using humor or informal names.

Which of the following is classified as input device? A. Flash drive B. Earbuds C. Webcam D. Speakers

C. Webcam

Amelie lists her dishwasher for sale on eBay. Ryan, who lives in another city, bids for the best price and uses his credit card to pay for the dishwasher. Is this transaction an example of e-commerce? A. No; e-commerce does not include the sale of used products. B. No; credit cards are not an accepted mode of payment in e-commerce transactions. C. Yes; it is a business transaction on a consumer-to-consumer website. D. Yes; e-commerce always refers to a sale between consumers in different cities.

C. Yes; it is a business transaction on a consumer-to-consumer website.

Which option lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest? A. integrated circuits, microprocessors, vacuum tubes, transistors, personal computers B. transistors, vacuum tubes, integrated circuits, personal computers, microprocessors C. vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, personal computers D. microprocessors, vacuum tubes, transistors, personal computers, integrated circuits

C. vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, personal computers

Jane volunteers at an orphanage called "We Are One" and is developing a website to seek financial assistance. Which server address should she use? A. www.weareone.com B. www.weareone.net C. www.weareone.org D. www.weareone.edu

C. www.weareone.org

Which of the following top-level domains is generally used by Internet service providers? A. .biz B. .int C. .com D. .net

D. .net

Which of the following is NOT likely to be found on a webpage? A. A sidebar B. A header C. A navigation bar D. A formatting toolbar

D. A formatting toolbar

Simone just received a letter from her health care provider telling her she can create an account online that will give her access to all her health records. How would you describe what her provider is encouraging his patients to engage with? A. A learning management system (LMS) B. An intelligent workplace C. A BYOD (bring your own device) D. A mobile health app (mHealth)

D. A mobile health app (mHealth)

Google is an example of which type of website? A. An online social network B. A content aggregation site C. A web portal D. A search site

D. A search site

Benny is writing a research paper on a specific method of farming. He really admires the methods used by one farmer, who is also a published author, and wants to use his explanations in his research paper. How can Benny ensure he doesn't plagiarize? A. Use the farmer's explanation verbatim in his paper. B. Rephrase the farmer's explanation in his paper. C. Change a few words in the farmer's explanation in his paper. D. Add a formal citation and use the farmer's explanation in his paper.

D. Add a formal citation and use the farmer's explanation in his paper.

Patricia intends to study analyses of the last five Presidential elections. Which of the following is an authentic source for the study? A. The official websites of the Democratic and Republican parties B. The personal websites of the presidential candidates who lost the last five elections C. A political commentator's website that is popular in a certain region D. Articles published in a newspaper known to be neutral toward any political party

D. Articles published in a newspaper known to be neutral toward any political party

In a web app, where is data usually stored? A. Mobile network B. Application storage C. Local computer D. Cloud storage

D. Cloud storage

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? A. Web analytics B. Data scientist C. Security specialist D. Digital forensics

D. Digital forensics

Dominic lists his camera for sale on an online auction site. Chloe is the highest bidder and purchases the camera. How does the auction site earn its revenue through the transaction? A. Dominic pays the difference between the highest and lowest bids to the auction site. B. Chloe pays the difference between the highest and lowest bids to the auction site. C. Chloe pays a commission to the auction site. D. Dominic pays a small fee to the auction site.

D. Dominic pays a small fee to the auction site.

Sanjay, a middle school history teacher, has assigned his class to work in groups to create a presentation on the different legal systems around the world. Each group consists of three people in the class and one person from their pen pal class in India. How would you describe Sanjay's use of technology? A. He is using technology to promote a school event and send emails. B. He is using technology to teach concepts and reduce the need for paper. C. He is using technology to create an intelligent classroom with high tech printers. D. He is using technology to have students work cooperatively in groups and create a presentation.

D. He is using technology to have students work cooperatively in groups and create a presentation.

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? A. Email all the documents home, so the students can print them out there. B. Have students share copies and rotate who turns it in so each time one student gets a grade. C. Ask each parent to donate a box of paper so more copies can be made. D. Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts.

D. Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts.

What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform? A. Critical thinking B. Creative design work C. Group interaction D. Repetitive tasks

D. Repetitive tasks

Cathy wants to buy a new watch online, but is concerned about security when making the purchase. Which of the following increases the chance that her payment is NOT secure? A. Shopping on a website that uses 3D Secure protocol B. Shopping on a website that uses Transport Layer Security C. Shopping using an e-wallet D. Shopping on a website that uses the HTTP protocol

D. Shopping on a website that uses the HTTP protocol

Which of the following is NOT an e-commerce transaction? A. An automobile manufacturer sells 10,000 pickup trucks to a dealer on a B2B website. B. Andrew sells a set of 7 books on Inventory Management to Austin on eBay. C. Jezmyn books a hotel room in California for 3 days in the last week of December on Airbnb.com. D. Sophia hires a neighborhood plumber to fix a leaking faucet and pays him after the repairs are complete.

D. Sophia hires a neighborhood plumber to fix a leaking faucet and pays him after the repairs are complete.

Which of the following indicates a website is NOT secure? A. A lock icon is displayed in the address bar. B. The website displays its digital certificate. C. You are required to provide login details to display information. D. The URL of the website begins with http.

D. The URL of the website begins with http.

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? A. The developers were creating virtual reality. B. The developers were exploring the use of embedded computers. C. The developers were on the verge of discovering augmented reality. D. The developers were using artificial intelligence.

D. The developers were using artificial intelligence.

What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another? A. tape drive B. internal hard drive C. memory card D. USB flash drive

D. USB flash drive

What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual impairment read digital content? A. Projector B. Plotter C. Motion-sensing controller D. Voice synthesizer

D. Voice synthesizer

Harry wants to buy a secondhand red skateboard online. Which of the following should he use as search keywords so the results include exactly what he wants? A. looking for a secondhand red skateboard B. looking for a red skateboard C. secondhand red skateboard D. secondhand "red skateboard"

D. secondhand "red skateboard"

An e-commerce website offers fewer models, colors, and sizes than a physical store. True False

False

Haven runs an online bridal store called Haven Bridals. Her website is encrypted and uses a digital certificate. The website address for the store is http://www.havenbridals.com. True False

False

If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology. True False

False

Jorge saw a computer named Watson on the game show Jeopardy and was surprised at how many answers Watson was able to get correct, especially because the math problems involved solving equations. Watson was using augmented reality to solve the problems. True False

False

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

False

Nellie recently sold her old laptop directly to a student from different country using an e-commerce website. The website she used runs on B2B model. True False

False

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for adaptive technologies. True False

False

The first generation of computers used microprocessors. True False

False

The sidebar of a webpage typically contains information about when the site was last updated. True False

False

When accessed, an e-commerce website that sells carpentry tools displays a lock icon somewhere in the window of the browser. The address bar in the Chrome browser would identify this website as "insecure." True False

False

You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out. True False

False

You use the CARS checklist to determine whether a website is current, appealing, relevant, and sophisticated. True False

False

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

True

A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer. True False

True

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

True

A specialty search engine lets you search online information sources that general search engines do not always access. True False

True

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

True

Claire wants to use a quote by a famous author in an article she is writing about the declining population of Great White sharks. She will not be infringing the copyright of the author if she makes a citation in the article. True False

True

E-commerce sites use Transport Layer Security (TLS) to encrypt data and protect you from fraud and identity theft. True False

True

Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices. True False

True

If you have information literacy, you can select the right tool to find the information you need. True False

True

Information literacy means you can evaluate whether online information is misleading, biased, or out of date. True False

True

It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time. True False

True

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

True

Online classified ads are an example of C2C e-commerce. True False

True

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

True

Steffi needs to find the domain name of the webpage she is currently viewing. To do this, she needs to look at the address bar of the browser. True False

True

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

True

Wikipedia is a collaborative website where a team of people can publish or modify content on a webpage. True False

True

Wolfram Alpha is an example of a search tool that can help you solve factual questions to help complete your homework. True False

True

Mateo is designing a technical diagram that many textbook publishers can use, and he wants to make sure he retains the rights to the diagram before selling it. At what stage does a copyright for his creative work come into effect? A. As soon as he conceives the idea of the diagram B. As soon as the image exists in physical form C. As soon as someone wants to use it D. As soon as he requests payment

B. As soon as the image exists in physical form

Which of the following is NOT a factor search engines consider when ranking search results? A. How often the search term appears on the webpage B. Design quality of the webpage C. How long the webpage has been published D. Number of other webpages that link to the page

B. Design quality of the webpage

Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs? A. Electronic bracelet B. Ingestible camera C. 3-D printer D. Mobile health record

B. Ingestible camera

What are "hits" that search engines list on the first page? A. Most well-known sources B. Most relevant results C. Most visited links D. Most recent results

B. Most relevant results

Daniel wants to buy a computer to use for playing games after work. He loves racing games and wants to make sure his device has all the specifications needed to run them smoothly and efficiently. Which of these factors should he consider? A. Form factor - some games do not run on laptops B. Processor core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements C. Size - larger desktops provide more physical space for memory storage, increasing efficiency D. External hard disk capacity - provides additional temporary storage needed to run heavy applications

B. Processor core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements

If you press the key corresponding to letter A on the keyboard, what process is carried out inside the CPU to display the letter on the screen? A. The CPU stores the keystroke as the letter 'A' and displays it on the screen. B. The keyboard transfers the letter 'A' directly to the monitor, without passing through the CPU. C. 'A' is converted to binary code, which the CPU processes. The computer then converts the code back 'A' for display. D. 'A' is converted to special characters, which the screen translates back to 'A' for display.

C. 'A' is converted to binary code, which the CPU processes. The computer then converts the code back 'A' for display.

What search operator would you use with the word "Android" to find Android phone, Android smartphone, and Android cell phone? A. | (vertical bar) B. - (hyphen) C. * (asterisk) D. #..# (pound signs)

C. * (asterisk)

Where can you find the information about using an image that you obtained in a search result? A. The page that shows the image would provide the information. B. All images that are listed in the search results can be used by everyone. C. A usage rights filter shows information about using an image. D. No image that appears on the search results can be used directly.

C. A usage rights filter shows information about using an image.

Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use? A. IBM B. Dell C. Apple D. Intel

C. Apple

Kyle likes to keep in touch with his friends and family using the Internet. He enjoys sharing pictures, music, and ideas. He also enjoys playing games with others online. Which of the following online platforms should he use to do all of this? A. Flipboard, because one does not need to register on it to be able to use it B. YouTube, because it is one of the most popular media sharing websites C. Facebook, because apart from being a regular social networking website, it also allows game play D. Google, because it is one of the most popular search engines

C. Facebook, because apart from being a regular social networking website, it also allows game play

What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly? A. Decrease the brightness of the display. B. Install anti-virus software. C. Install additional RAM. D. Verify if the AC adapter is connected properly.

C. Install additional RAM.

Amanda is used to buying clothes from physical stores. Her friend, Stuart, prefers online shopping and wants to persuade her to shop online as well. Which of the following arguments can Stuart make to convince Amanda without painting a false picture? A. E-commerce websites are more secure than physical shops. B. There is no difference between physically verifying the quality of a product and doing it online. C. One can shop online even if the weather is bad or if a specific store is closed. D. Quality of products on e-commerce websites is better than that at physical stores.

C. One can shop online even if the weather is bad or if a specific store is closed.

Rajesh is considering whether to use a web app to collaborate with a group of friends on a project. What is one reason he should avoid using a web app for the project? A. His friends must be in the same location to use the web app. B. He must store many copies of the group's documents on his hard drive. C. One friend has an unreliable, slow Internet connection. D. He wants to access the web app anytime and from anywhere.

C. One friend has an unreliable, slow Internet connection.

What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed, and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer? A. Printers B. Monitors C. Plug-and-play devices D. Video cards

C. Plug-and-play devices

Which of these is not an input device? A. Stylus B. Scanner C. Printer D. Webcam

C. Printer

Sofie has strong people skills, listens well, and communicates effectively. Which technology career may be a good fit for her? A. IT consulting B. Software and apps C. Technology sales D. Web marketing and social media

C. Technology sales

Alicia often shows short, engaging videos to her fifth-grade science students. She has more success using RhythmOne instead of Google to find appropriate videos. Which of the following most likely explains why? A. RhythmOne has a larger repository of videos than Google. B. RhythmOne is a more popular destination than Google for finding academic content. C. Unlike Google, RhythmOne uses speech recognition to match the audio part of the video with the search term. D. Unlike Google, RhythmOne can look up videos that match an image used as a search query.

C. Unlike Google, RhythmOne uses speech recognition to match the audio part of the video with the search term.

Gregory is researching the use of certain drugs for treating anemia in women living in a developing country. Which of the following approaches is the most focused on his research? A. Use specialized search tools to search the Library of Congress. B. Use a general search engine but refine search queries using search operators. C. Use the web directories created by health research institutions. D. Use a general search engine and use specific keywords.

C. Use the web directories created by health research institutions.

You work for a company that is losing sales because it takes days to manufacture products. What technology can you suggest the company use to speed production? A. commercial virtual reality B. telecommuting C. computer-aided manufacturing D. automated vehicles

C. computer-aided manufacturing

Jennifer turns on her laptop and hears a series of beeps. What do they probably indicate? A. operating system error B. out-of-date device driver C. internal hardware problem D. low battery

C. internal hardware problem

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? A. robotics B. embedded sensors C. virtual reality (VR) D. GPS

C. virtual reality (VR)

A(n) _____ is an electronic document that can contain text, graphics, sound, video, and links. A. website B. web address C. webpage D. web broswer

C. webpage

Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his insulin levels. His doctor has recently started using mobile health (mHealth). How will Andy's doctor's use of mHealth help Andy get his diabetes under control? A. His health records will now be stored in the cloud. B. He will not have to visit the doctor as frequently. C. His doctor will be able to monitor him through the use of a smartphone. D. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.

D. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.

Gertie wants to buy a smartwatch by making an electronic payment. She is not willing to divulge her financial information, and her only bank account is not linked to any online payment service. Which of the following most aligns to what Gertie feels comfortable doing? A. She should use a virtual account number to make the payment. B. She should use her credit card to make the payment. C. She should pay using Venmo. D. She should make a wire transfer.

A. She should use a virtual account number to make the payment.

What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to? A. Speed at which the processor executes instructions B. Speed at which data travels C. Time taken to fetch and decode instructions D. Time taken to store the instructions on RAM

A. Speed at which the processor executes instructions

Juan is interested in getting a job in the technology field. He is interested in protecting data from threats, and stopping hackers and viruses. Which job would should Juan apply for? A. Research and software development B. Technical support C. Training and support D. Information security

D. Information security

Your school has just been awarded a technology grant. Each grade level team has been asked to submit a proposal for how they would could use the money. Your team puts forward an idea where students can submit work online and work collaboratively with on projects. What type of classroom have you described? A. Information classroom B. Technology classroom C. Mobile classroom D. Intelligent classroom

D. Intelligent classroom

Steve has built an online shopping website and he would like to increase his website ranking in the search results. You are his consultant. Which of the following would you recommend for him to help achieve his goal? A. Increase the number of products B. Offer a discount to shoppers visiting his site C. Offer a variety of online payment options D. Link his website to other popular websites

D. Link his website to other popular websites

Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations? A. Printer B. Voice synthesizer C. Headset D. Projector

D. Projector

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? A. The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey. B. The computer that is finding the fastest route for the driver. C. The GPS that is avoiding traffic and hazardous conditions. D. The phone that her brother will use when he receives the package.

A. The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.

Which of the following is an example of an embedded computer? A. adaptive cruise control system B. Apple II C. smartphone D. RFID tags

A. adaptive cruise control system

Darren is hoping to get search results that begin with the words "art history." Which of the following search terms will help him? A. art history* B. "art history" C. |art history| D. -art history-

A. art history*

What does a B2C website use to track the items you select on the website? A. cookies B. coupons C. reviews D. registries

A. cookies

The local community college wants to increase its online offerings. To do so, the college will most likely need to purchase a(n) ______. A. learning management system (LMS) B. intelligent classroom platform C. intelligent workplace platform D. Ebook app

A. learning management system (LMS)

Which type of memory is permanently installed on your computer and attached to the motherboard? A. read-only memory (ROM) B. random access memory (RAM) C. processor cache D. virtual memory

A. read-only memory (ROM)

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? A. scanner B. plotter C. digital pen D. projector

A. scanner

Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability? A. screen readers B. colorful webpages C. captioning software D. on-screen keyboards

A. screen readers

When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output, it does so with _____. A. the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit B. the hard drive and RAM C. the cache and the motherboard D. RAM and ROM

A. the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit

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

False

All-in-one computers are easier to service and upgrade but occupy more space than desktop computers. True False

False

News360 is a search engine because it gathers, organizes, and then distributes web content. True False

False

Which of these is an optical medium of storage? A. Blu-ray discs B. Solid state drive C. Cloud storage D. HDD

A. Blu-ray discs

If Mark is developing a website to be optimized for mobile devices, what would be the top-level domain? A. .pro B. .mobi C. .com D. .net

B. .mobi

You and your best friend have both created online career profiles. Within a week, your friend has had three calls for interviews and another 19 companies have viewed his profile. Your profile has had only two views. You ask your friend to review your profile and he finds a problem with it. Which of the following would be a problem for your online career profile? A. A professional photo of you B. A humorous profile name C. A PDF of your resume D. No spelling and grammar mistakes

B. A humorous profile name

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. An e-book with digital content B. A learning management system C. An online tutoring system D. A social networking platform

B. A learning management system