Software Components: Building Blocks of Computer Systems

Question 1

What is the main function of an operating system?

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To manage computer resources and support applications

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To translate high-level code into machine code

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To create and edit documents and presentations

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To perform calculations and mathematical operations

Question 2

What is the purpose of a programming language?

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To provide instructions for computers to execute

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To manage computer files and folders

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To create and display images

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To play music and videos

Question 3

Which of the following is the most common programming language used to create websites?

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HTML

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Python

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Java

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C++

Question 4

What is the key difference between a compiler and an interpreter?

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A compiler translates code all at once, while an interpreter translates it line by line

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An interpreter translates code all at once, while a compiler translates it line by line

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They perform the same task but use different approaches

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They are used for different types of programming languages

Question 5

Which of the following is **not** an advantage of using software components?

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Increased complexity

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Reusability

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Reduced development time

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Improved reliability

Question 6

Which of the following is a common file extension for Python programs?

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.py

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.java

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.cpp

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.js

Question 7

What is the purpose of a debugger?

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To identify and fix errors in code

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To develop new programs

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To enhance program speed

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To translate code into different languages

Question 8

What is the **primary purpose** of an application software?

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To perform specific tasks for users

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To manage computer hardware and software

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To translate human language into computer code

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To create new software applications

Question 9

What is the **key function** of an operating system?

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To manage hardware and software resources

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To create new software applications

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To perform specific tasks for users

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To store and retrieve data

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of an application software used for creating presentations?

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Microsoft PowerPoint

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Java

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Linux

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Google Chrome

Question 11

What is the **intended use** of a programming language?

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To instruct a computer step-by-step on what to do

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To manage computer hardware and software

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To create new operating systems

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To perform specific tasks for users

Question 12

Which of the following is a **common type** of programming language?

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Visual Basic

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Microsoft Word

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Windows XP

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Microsoft Excel

Question 13

What is the **main distinction** between an operating system and an application software?

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An operating system manages hardware and software resources while an application software performs specific tasks for users.

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An operating system is stored on a hard drive while an application software is stored in memory.

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An operating system is used by all computers while an application software is only used by specific programs.

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An operating system is written in a high-level language while an application software is written in a low-level language.

Question 14

Which type of software allows users to perform specific tasks, such as writing documents or creating presentations?

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Application software

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Operating system

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Programming language

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Web browser

Question 15

What happens when a computer executes a program?

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The program is copied into the computer's memory and its instructions are followed

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The computer creates a new program

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The program is deleted from the computer

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The computer turns off

Question 16

What is the software called that allows a computer to communicate with hardware devices, such as keyboards and printers?

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Driver

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Operating system

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Application software

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Programming language

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a function of an operating system?

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Translating programming languages

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Managing files and folders

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Launching applications

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Connecting to networks

Question 18

What is the main difference between a program and an application?

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A program is a set of instructions, while an application is a program designed to perform a specific task

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An application is a set of instructions, while a program is a program designed to perform a specific task

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There is no difference between a program and an application

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A program is a type of application

Question 19

Which of these is **not** a component of a computer system?

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Door

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Keyboard

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Monitor

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Mouse

Question 20

Which type of software is used for creating documents, presentations, and spreadsheets?

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Application software

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System software

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Programming software

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Utility software

Question 21

What is the main purpose of a programming language?

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To translate human instructions into code that computers can understand

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To store data

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To execute programs

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To provide internet connectivity

Question 22

Which of the following is an example of a programming language?

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Python

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Microsoft Word

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Windows

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Internet Explorer

Question 23

What is the base of the hexadecimal number system?

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16

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2

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8

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10

Question 24

What is the primary purpose of a computer network?

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To connect computers and devices

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To store data

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To execute programs

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To protect computers from viruses

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a programming language?

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Microsoft Word

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Python

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Java

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C++

Question 26

Which of the following is not a core component of a software system?

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Integrated Circuit

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Operating system

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Application software

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Programming language

Question 27

What is the primary function of an operating system?

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To manage computer resources and provide basic services

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To allow users to create and execute programs

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To translate high-level programming languages into machine code

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To provide a graphical user interface for the system

Question 28

What is the purpose of a programming language?

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To specify instructions that computers can execute

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To manage computer hardware and software

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To connect computers to networks

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To create and manipulate data

Question 29

What is a primary advantage of using a high-level programming language?

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Improved readability and understandability for programmers

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Faster execution speed compared to low-level languages

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Greater control over hardware resources

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Reduced program size and memory requirements

Question 30

What is the primary purpose of a software development kit (SDK)?

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To provide tools and libraries to assist in software development

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To automatically update and patch software applications

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To protect software from malicious attacks and viruses

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To monitor and optimize software performance

Question 31

What is the commonly used file extension for Python source code?

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.py

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.java

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.cs

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.cpp

Question 32

Which element below is NOT a software component?

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Hardware

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Operating system

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Application software

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Programming language

Question 33

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

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To manage computer resources

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To create documents

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To browse the internet

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To play games

Question 34

Which of these is an example of application software?

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Microsoft Word

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Windows

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Python

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BIOS

Question 35

What is the main purpose of a programming language?

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To instruct computers to perform tasks

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To design websites

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To manage files

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To protect against viruses

Question 36

What is the file extension for a Python file?

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.py

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.txt

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.exe

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.doc

Question 37

Which of these is a key difference between software and hardware?

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Software requires hardware to function.

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Software is tangible, while hardware is not.

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Hardware is more complex than software.

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Software can be easily updated, while hardware cannot.

Question 38

What is the main purpose of a compiler in programming?

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To translate human-readable code into machine code

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To detect and fix errors in code

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To execute code efficiently

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To manage computer resources

Question 39

What is a potential drawback of organizing software systems using a layered architecture?

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Increased complexity

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Improved maintainability

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Enhanced security

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Increased flexibility

Question 40

What software component enables users to interact with the computer's hardware?

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Operating system

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Application software

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Programming language

Question 41

Which software component is responsible for managing computer resources such as memory and storage?

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Operating system

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Programming language

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Compiler

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Application software

Question 42

Which type of software is used to create and modify documents, like letters and spreadsheets?

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Application software

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Utility software

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Operating system

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Programming language

Question 43

Which software component provides instructions for the computer on how to perform tasks?

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Programming language

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Compiler

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Operating system

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Application software

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a typical function of software components?

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Translating spoken language into machine code

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Managing hardware resources

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Executing user commands

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Storing user information

Question 45

Which type of software is designed to perform specific tasks, such as organizing files or detecting viruses?

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Utility software

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Application software

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Operating system

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Programming language

Question 46

Which of the following is an example of a core software component of a computer system?

Accepted Answer

Operating system

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Word processor

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Video game

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Spreadsheet

Question 47

Which software component is responsible for allowing users to interact with the computer?

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User interface

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Device driver

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Kernel

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Compiler

Question 48

Which of the following is a primary purpose of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

To manage computer resources and provide a platform for running applications

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To convert programming code into machine code

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To create documents and presentations