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(Ch. 1) Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use? A. Dell B. IBM C. Apple D. Intel - ANSWER>>C. Apple (Ch. 1) Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website? A. Instagram B. LinkedIn C. Twitter D. Facebook - ANSWER>>B. LinkedIn (Ch. 1) What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways? A. artificial intelligence (AI) B. robotics C. virtual reality (VR) D. embedded computers - ANSWER>>A. artificial intelligence (AI)
(Ch. 1) 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. Digital literacy C. Augmented reality D. Kiosk - ANSWER>>C. Augmented reality (Ch. 1) 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. He will not have to visit the doctor as frequently B. His doctor will be able to monitor him through the use of a smartphone C. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin D. His health records will now be stored in the cloud - ANSWER>>C. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin. (Ch. 1) Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 1) How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent? A. GPS can be used to navigate traffic patterns B. Drones will deliver their packages C. Automated vehicles will be developed
C. M2M
D. LMS - ANSWER>>B. Scan code (Ch. 1) Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals? A. Print copies of email messages B. Discard old laptops and cell phones C. Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices D. Become more active on social media - ANSWER>>C. Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices (Ch. 1) What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform? A. Critical thinking B. Creative design work C. Repetitive tasks D. Group interaction - ANSWER>>C. Repetitive tasks (Ch. 1) Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs? A. Mobile health record B. Electronic bracelet C. 3-D printer D. Ingestible camera - ANSWER>>D. Ingestible camera (Ch. 1) Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering? A. Robotics B. Augmented reality
C. Digital citizenship D. Natural language processing - ANSWER>>A. Robotics (Ch. 1) 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 call all their neighbors C. They could put flyers in everyone's mailbox D. They could contact the newspaper to run an article - ANSWER>>A. They could create a hashtag and post on social media. (Ch. 1) 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. Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts. D. Ask each parent to donate a box of paper so more copies can be made. - ANSWER>>C. Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts. (Ch. 1) 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?
(Ch. 1) 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 analyze your text messages sent to your friends. D. They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes." - ANSWER>>D. They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes." (Ch. 1) 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. A learning management system B. A social networking platform C. An e-book with digital content D. An online tutoring system - ANSWER>>A. A learning management system (Ch. 1) If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology (T/F) - ANSWER>>False (Ch. 1) 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 computer that is finding the fastest route for the driver. B. The GPS that is avoiding traffic and hazardous conditions. C. The phone that her brother will use when he receives the package.
D. The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey. - ANSWER>>D. The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey. (Ch. 1) In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly. A. Information Technology B. Engineering C. Human Resources D. Personal Computing - ANSWER>>A. Information Technology (Ch. 1) _____ 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. A digital assistant B. The digital divide C. The Internet lag D. An intelligent divide - ANSWER>>B. The digital divide (Ch. 1) 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. The carpet steamer she uses to clean her rugs when they get dirty. 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.
A. Intelligent workspaces B. The Internet of Things C. The digital divide D. Artificial intelligence - ANSWER>>B. The Internet of Things (Ch. 1) Computers with AI use human intelligence to make decisions (T/F) - ANSWER>>False (Ch. 1) A digital citizen uses technology to be productive and efficient (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 1) A kiosk is a freestanding booth usually placed in a public area that can contain a display device used to show information to the public or event attendees (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 1) ________ are smart devices that respond to a user's verbal commands by using search technology to provide an answer to a question or perform a task. A. Green computers B. ATMs C. Integrated circuits D. Digital assistants - ANSWER>>D. Digital assistants (Ch. 1) ________ text is descriptive text added to an object. A. Assistive B. Accessible C. Alternative D. Associative - ANSWER>>C. Alternative (Ch. 1) The ENERGY STAR program encourages manufacturers to reduce the amount of electricity used by computers and related devices (T/F) - ANSWER>>True
(Ch. 1) BYOD stands for Bring Your Own ________. A. Database B. Data C. Daily planner D. Device - ANSWER>>D. Device (Ch. 1) An intelligent classroom is one in which technology is used to facilitate learning and communication (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 1) Colleges use ________ management systems (LMSs) to set up web-based training sites where students can check their progress in a course, take practice tests, and exchange messages with the instructor or other students. A. Linked B. Live C. Locational D. Learning - ANSWER>>D. Learning (Ch. 1) Automated vehicles decrease independent transportation options for people with disabilities (T/F) - ANSWER>>False (Ch. 1) The mobile health (mHealth) trend refers to doctors and nurses using smartphones or tablets to access health records stored on mobile devices (T/F) - ANSWER>>False (Ch. 1) A company's computers monitor assembly lines and equipment using ________ communications. A. CAM B. M2M C. IT
A. a 16-bit coding scheme B. a number system with 10 digits, 0- 9 C. a number system with two digits, 0 and 1 D. an 8-bit coding scheme - ANSWER>>C. a number system with two digits, 0 and 1 (Ch. 3) Which of these is not an input device? A. Scanner B. Printer C. Webcam D. Stylus - ANSWER>>B. Printer (Ch. 3) What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual impairment read digital content? A. Projector B. Voice synthesizer C. Motion-sensing controller D. Plotter - ANSWER>>B. Voice synthesizer (Ch. 3) The Unicode coding scheme supports a variety of characters including those for Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic languages (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 3) 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 - ANSWER>>C. Plotter
(Ch. 3) A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 3) Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations (T/F) - ANSWER>>False (Ch. 3) 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. Power fluctuation B. Dysfunctional UPS C. Faulty power or video cable D. Improperly connected keyboard - ANSWER>>C. Faulty power or video cable (Ch. 3) 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. projector B. plotter C. scanner D. digital pen - ANSWER>>C. scanner (Ch. 3) When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output, it does so with _____. A. the cache and the motherboard B. the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit C. RAM and ROM D. the hard drive and RAM - ANSWER>>B. the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit
A. random access memory (RAM) B. virtual memory C. read-only memory (ROM) D. processor cache - ANSWER>>C. read-only memory (ROM) (Ch. 3) Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 3) What determines the speed at which data travels? A. RAM capacity B. Instructions per cycle (IPC) C. Bus width D. Clock speed - ANSWER>>C. Bus width (Ch. 3) Alessandro wants to use his desktop computer to video chat with his mother. What hardware does he need to accomplish this? A. Use his projector and webcam so that both he and his mother can clearly see and hear each other. B. Use a webcam and scanner to ensure that the quality of the call is good. C. Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other. D. Use his keyboard, monitor, and speakers so that both he and his mother can see, hear, and even text each other. - ANSWER>>C. Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other. (Ch. 3) It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time (T/F) - ANSWER>>True
(Ch. 3) 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 the hardware components like the monitor, keyboard, and CPU vents periodically cleaned. B. He should have the hard disks on all the computers defragmented periodically. C. He should have additional RAM installed on all the computers. D. He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers. - ANSWER>>D. He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers. (Ch. 3) Which of the following is a game controller that is held with both hands and used to control movement of on-screen objects by pressing buttons and moving hardware components? A. Gamepad B. Stylus C. Joystick D. Digital Pen - ANSWER>>A. Gamepad (Ch. 3) Jennifer turns on her laptop and hears a series of beeps. What do they probably indicate? A. internal hardware problem B. out-of-date device driver C. low battery D. operating system error - ANSWER>>A. internal hardware problem (Ch. 3) What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?
(Ch. 3) To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step? A. Transfer contents to an external storage device B. Remove the internal hard drive on which the operating system is stored C. Disconnect all output devices D. Disconnect the UPS - ANSWER>>A. Transfer contents to an external storage device (Ch. 3) Flash memory is a type of volatile memory (T/F) - ANSWER>>False (Ch. 3) Volatile memory loses its contents when power is removed (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 3) In an 8-bit coding scheme, 8 bits can represent one character (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 3) Which of the following storage devices requires an Internet connection? A. Cloud storage B. Flash memory C. Internal hard drive D. Solid state drive - ANSWER>>A. Cloud storage (Ch. 3) In which of the following types of computers is the system unit in separate housing from the monitor? A. desktop computers B. All-in-one computers C. Laptop computer D. Tablet - ANSWER>>A. desktop computers
(Ch. 3) In general, a high-powered processor is not necessary for a computer that will be used primarily to check email and browse the web (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 3) All of the following are pointing devices except: A. Touchpointer B. Trackball C. Touchpad D. Mouse - ANSWER>>A. Touchpointer (Ch. 3) Plotters are small, lightweight printers that easily can be connected to mobile devices (T/F) - ANSWER>>False (Ch. 3) Which of the following tells your computer how to connect to devices you might connect? A. Communication manager B. Device manager C. Device driver D. Configuration manager - ANSWER>>C. Device driver (Ch. 3) The speed at which data travels on a bus is referred to as the bus width (T/F) - ANSWER>>True (Ch. 3) Under which of the following circumstances might you be most likely to contact a professional to repair your computer or mobile device? A. Screen is broken B. Printer will not print C. Computer device is too hot D. Computer cannot synchronize with bluetooth accessories - ANSWER>>A. Screen is broken
