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LIKELY PRACTICAL QUESTION

INTERACTIVE COMPUTING PRACTICAL TEST
FOR 2024 BECE CANDIDATES
NAME: INDEX NO:

1. Study the icons in figure 1 carefully and answer questions a to b.

Figure 1
I II III IV V

a. Write the file type for the icons displayed in figure 1. 10 marks

I Picture / image file

II Excel/ Ms Excel / Spreadsheet file

III Presentation / PowerPoint file

IV Word Document file

V Text File

b. i. State the file extension for the files labelled I, II, III and IV. 4 marks

I .jpeg/jpg

II .xls / .xlxs

III .ppt / pptx

IV .txt
 2. Use the image shown in Figure 2 to answer question c.

Figure 2

i. State any two commands that can be found in figure 2. 2 marks

Bold / Change Case / Italic / Underline / Font Colour / Font Size / Font
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

ii. Under which ribbon tab can we find this group of related commands? 2 marks
Home Ribbon

3. The devices below are used at every stage of the information processing cycle. Study them to
answer questions a to b.

A B C

D E

a. i. Identify the devices labelled A, B, C, D and E. 10 marks

A Hard Disk Drive B…Fax machine

C. Scanner D. Printer

E…Processor

4. Study the image in Figure 2 carefully and answer the questions below:

Fig. 3

a. i. Identify the name of the dialog box in Figure 2. [2 marks]

Save As Command
ii. What is the file name for the image shown above? [2 marks]
WAEC ICT [Link]
iii. State the type of application program displayed in Figure 2. [2 marks]
Microsoft Excel
b. i. Which control button activated the dialog box in Figure 2? [1 mark]
SAVE
ii. What will be the result when you click on “Don’t Save”? [2 marks]
The File Will Not Be Saved
iii. List four features of the application program in Figure 2. [4 marks]

a. Command control Box

b. b. Quick Access Tool Bar

c. Status Bar
d. Title Bar
 5. Study the icons of the application programs in Figure 4 carefully and answer questions a to b.

A B C
D

a. i. The icons in figure 4 represents; 2 marks

Web Browser

ii. Identify the names of each icon. 8 marks

A. Safari

B. Microsoft Edge

C. Mozilla Firefox

D. Google Chrome

iii. List three common features found in the application programs in figure 4. 6 marks

a. Address bar
b. Refresh button
c. Back Button
b. State two uses of the application programs in figure 4. 4 marks

1. Use to search for information online

2. Use to view educational videos on social media site
 6. a. Study the diagram in Figure 5 carefully and answer questions a to b.

Figure 5

i. What is the name of the folder opened? 2 marks

MY FILES

ii. How many files are in the folder? 2 marks

FIVE

iii. Which of the files is a word document? 2 marks

PRESIDENTS

b. Copy and complete the table below. 10 marks

File Name File Extension

2022 MOCK RESULTS .XLS / .XLSX

2023 ACADEMIC CALENDER . PUB / PUBX

BASIC 4 SCHEMES . PDF

PRESIDENTS .DOC/ DOCX

WAEC LOGO .JPEG / JPG

c. Use the image below in Figure 6 to answer question (i) to (iii).

Figure 6
i. Write the acronym CAPTCHA in full. 2 marks

Completely Automated Public Turing test

ii. List the CAPTCHA code as shown in Figure 6. 1 mark

246
iii. A valid email address is made up of three parts. Name them. 3 marks
A. DOMAIN
B. DOMAIN NAME
C. DOMAIN NAME EXTENSION

7. Study the figures below carefully and answer the questions that follow:

a. Classify the following figures into their generations? [3 marks]

Fig 1 – Second Generation

Fig 2 Third Generation

Fig 3 Fifth Generation

b. Tabulate the electronic components inside each of the above figures and their year of origin.
[6 marks]

FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3

ELECTRONIC Transistors Integrated Circuit Micro Processors

COMPONENT

1956 - 1964 1964 - 1971 Present and Beyond

YEAR OF ORIGIN
State two facts about the first generation of computers. [4 marks]
a. It uses Vacuum Tube Technology.
b. it produce a lot of heat
c. Large Size and Limited Computing Power

8. Study the devices in figure 1 carefully and use them to answer questions 1 (a) to (c).

A B C D
Figure: 7
a. i. What is the name given to the devices in Figure 7? 2 marks

DIRECT DATA ENTRY DEVICES……………………………………………..

ii. Identify the devices shown in Figure 7. 8 marks
A Optical Mark Ink Reader/Recognition………………………………………………….…………………….
B Magnetic Ink Character Recognition…………………………………………….…………………….
C Contactless Payment Card Reader…………….…………………………….……………………
D Graphic Tablet….………………………………………………….
b. Mention one use each of the above devices. 8 marks
A OMR is extensively used to read and score multiple-choice exams, …………………….…………….
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
B- used to verify the legitimacy and authenticity of paper documents, especially in banking and financial sectors.
C- Contactless card readers are widely used in retail stores for quick and efficient payment processing
D- Graphic tablets are widely used by artists and illustrators to create digital artwork.
State where these devices can be used. 6 marks
A - Examination body such as WAEC……………………………………………………….
B -Banks…………………………………………………………………….
C Supermarkets or Shopping Malls……………………………………………….
 9. Identify the types of printers in figure 8. 4 marks

A B Fig 2. C D

A: Dot Matrix Printer B: Laser Jet Printer

C: Thermal Printer D: Inkjet printer….

10. The diagram illustrates the syntax of codes written in aparticular programming language. Use it to
answer the questions that follow.

a. In which programming language has the code been written?

PhP……………………………………………………………………

b. How is the multiplication operation denoted in the code snippet above?

(*)……………………………………………………………………………………

c. Whatwill be the output displayed in a browser for code snippet?

product<br>6<br>Exponent<br>9<br>

d. Identify two (2) variables that were declared and reused in the code snippet above.
$x
$y
 e. Write down the coding representation each for

(α) Square/ Exponentiations

$square = $x ** $x;

(β) division.
$division = $x / $y;

TikTok Twitch Twitter / X

SnapChat Pinterest

Vimeo Youtube Facebook Instagram Google Photos

11. What is the general name given to the information sharing platforms above?

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Classify each platform based on use in

i. Photo sharing
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
ii. Video sharing:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
iii. Both video and photo sharing
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
 iv. Which platform was originally meant for gaming but had other video content added later?

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

12. Identify these common cloud storage platforms. [8 marks]

I II III IV
Fig. 9
I Icloud II One Drive

III Google Drive IVDropbox.

13. Use the code below to answer the questions below.

int num1 = 7;
int num2 = num1 * 2;
int num3 = num2 * 3;
State:

i. the data type used in the code above. [2 marks]

Integer……………………………………………………………..……
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

ii. two variables used in the code. [2 marks]

num1……………………………………………………………………………………..……
num2………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

iii. the value assigned to the first variable. [2 marks]

7…………………………………………………………………………
 14. Study the diagram in Figure 11 carefully and answer questions a to b.

A F

Figure 10
E

i. Name the following parts labelled E and F. 2 marks

E: Attachment Button………………………………………………………………………………….
F: Blind Carbon Copy……………………………………………………………………………………….

ii. State the function of the parts labelled A, B, C, and D. 4 marks

A: The "To" field is used to specify the primary recipients of the email.

B: The "To" field is used to specify the primary recipients of the email.

C: The message box is used to compose the body of the email. This is where you write the detailed message or content
that you want to communicate to the recipient(s)..
E: The send button is used to initiate the process of delivering the composed email to the recipient
 iii. Differentiate between Cc and Bcc. 4 marks
CC is se to send a copy of the email to additional recipients who should be aware of the email's content whilst BCC
is send a copy of the email to additional recipients without revealing their email addresses to others.

iv. Outline the steps used for composing an email message. 5 marks
1. Open Your Email Client; Example Yahoomail, gmail etc
2. Click on "Compose" or "New Message"
3. Enter the Recipient's Email Address
4. Add Cc/Bcc if Needed
5. Enter the Subject
6. Compose the Body of the Email
7. Attach Files (if necessary)
8. Review and Proofread
9. Click "Send"
v. List three major email message folders. 3 marks
v. Three major email message folders:

1. Inbox
2. Sent
3. Drafts

15. The diagram below shows different direct data entry devices. Use them to answer the questions that
follow.

I II III
Figure 12

(a) (i) Identify the name of the devices labelled I, II, and III in figure 12. [3 marks]

I ……………………………………………………………...…….……………………………….…..………
II ……………………………………………………………...…….……………………………..….…..……
III ……………………………………………………………...…….…………………………….….…..……
(ii) State one use of each of the devices in figure 1. [6 marks]

I ……………………………………………………………...…….……………………………….…..………
II ……………………………………………………………...…….……………………………..….…..……
III ……………………………………………………………...…….…………………………….….…..……

(c) Use the image below to answer the following questions.

Figure 12
(i) Identify the image shown in figure 12. [1 mark]
QR Code

(ii) State two features of the image in Figure 12. [2 marks]

Two features of a QR code:
1. High Data Capacity
2. Fast and Easy Scanning

16. Study the devices in figure 13 carefully and use them to answer questions 1 (a) to (c).

Figure: 1
A
B C D
a. i. What is the name given to the devices in Figure 13? 1 mark
Wearable Devices

ii. Identify the devices shown in Figure 13. 4marks

A Smart Glass / Google Glass.
B Smart Watch.
C Virtual Reality Headset
D …………………………………………………………….………………………………………………….
b. Mention one use each of the above devices. 8 marks
A Assist in Navigation – makes it easier to navigate without needing to constantly look at a map on a smartphone.
B Fitness Tracking - A smartwatch can track various fitness metrics such as steps taken, distance traveled

17. Study Figure 1 carefully and use it to answer questions 1 (a) to (c).
A B

C D
E

Figure 1
a. What is the name of the diagram in figure 1? 2 marks

Microsoft Excel / Excel / Spreadsheet Application

b. Write the name of the parts labelled A, B, C, D, E and F. 6 marks

A: Quick Access Toolbar B: Title bar

C: Cell name bar D: Formula bar

E:Column A / Column header / Column F: Row/ Row Header

c. State one function each of A, B and C. 6 marks

A: It provides one-click access to frequently used commands, allowing users to perform common actions quickly
without navigating through menus or ribbons.

B The title bar typically displays the name or title of the current document, file, or application

C: The Name Box displays the alphanumeric reference of the currently selected cell, such as "A1" or "B2."

18. Use the image below in Figure 14 to answer questions (b) to (c).
 A B

E F

C D
b. Identify the parts labelled A, B, C, D, E and F. 6 marks

A: Bus Topology B: Star topology

C: Ring Topology D: Mesh Topology

E: Tree Topology F: Hybrid Topology

19. Study Figure 1 carefully and use it to answer questions 1 (a) to (c).

B E
C
Figure 15
D
a. Describe the process carried out in Figure 1 above. 2 marks
The process shown in Figure 1 is a search operation performed on a Windows computer. The user has entered the
keyword "bece" into the search bar, which is labeled "C," to find files and documents related to "BECE." The
search results are displayed on the left side, showing various files and folders that match the search term. The user
has selected the file named "2021 BECE ICT," which is highlighted and shows details such as the file type,
location, and modification date on the right side.

b. Write the name of the parts labelled A, B, C, D, and E. 5 marks

A: Search Result Panel B: Search Button / Icon

C: Start button / Window Icon D: Search Bar

E: Quick Launch icons / Taskbar

c. i. State the functions of B, C and E. 6 marks

B: Opens the search interface where users can input keywords to search for files, applications, or settings on the
computer.

C: Opens the Start Menu, which provides access to installed applications, settings, and system functions

E Provides shortcuts to frequently used applications and files.

20. a. The tools in Figure 3 are tools used in Microsoft Word. Study them carefully to answer question 2(a).

I II III IV V VI
Figure 16

i. Identify the parts labelled I, II, III, IV, V and VII. 6 marks

I Line Spacing IV. Paste

II Copy V. Bulleting

III Numbering VII Text Box

ii. State the type of toolbar where I, II and VI can be found. 3 marks

I…Formatting toolbar
II…Standard tool bar /
Quick Access Toolbar
III. Formatting toolbar.
21. Study the diagram and answer the questions that follow.

a) Describe three incorrect sitting postures in the picture. [6marks]

1. Slouching: Leaning or hunching forward with rounded shoulders can strain the back and neck.
2. Crossing legs at the knees: This can lead to imbalanced weight distribution and discomfort in the hips
and lower back.
3. Sitting with legs crossed at ankles: While it may seem relaxed, it can restrict blood flow and cause
discomfort in the legs over time.

b) Describe four correct postures to prevent health problems. [8marks]

1. Sit with your back straight and shoulders relaxed to maintain proper spinal alignment.
2. Keep feet flat on the floor or on a footrest to support proper leg and hip alignment.
3. Position the computer screen at eye level to reduce strain on the neck and eyes.
4. Take regular breaks to stand, stretch, and change positions to prevent stiffness and muscle fatigue.
22. The figure shown here is a Lego Mindstorms robot. Use it to answer the questions that follow.

a. Name the parts labelled A to D 4marks

A = IR (Infrared) seonsor
B = Touch sensor

C=EV3 Brick (intelligent Brick)

D = Colour Sensor
b. Group the parts of the robot into a controller, mechanical and sensors 3marks
Controller: EV3 Brick

Sensors: IR
(Infrared) seonsor
Touch sensor
Colour Sensor

c. What type of robot is in the figure above? 2marks

Lego Mindstorms EV3 robot
 23. Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow 2marks each

i. What is the name of this application? Microsoft Powerpoint

ii. What is the name of the document? PROF DUKE SERVICES
iii. How many slides are in this document? FOUR SLIDES
iv. What is the active slide? SLIDE 1
v. What is the font size of the word “EXAMINATION”? SIZE 54
vi. What is the font of the word “EXAMINATION”? TIMES NEW ROMAN
vii. Which formatting is applied to the word “THE”? BOLD
viii. Which formatting is applied to the word “FOR”? UNDERLINE
ix. Which formatting is applied to the word “EXAMINATION”? ITALIC
x. What is the active ribbon tab? HOME

b) Identify the names of the following icons as used in desktop publishing program 2 marks

D
A
B C
Figure 2
A=Adobe InDesign C=Quark Xpress

B=Libre Office D=Microsoft Publisher

24. Identify the group of computer hardware below and use it to answer the questions that follows.

A B
C D

E F G H
a) Name the items labelled A – H 16marks

A = MICROPROCESSOR / BIOS CHIP

B = LAPTOP

C = CASSETTE

D = MICROPROESSOR

E = MOBILE PHONE

F = RANDOM ACCESS MEMORY

G = COMPACT DISC

H = ROUTER

b) Which of the items are communication tools? 2marks

LAPTOP AND MOBILE PHONE
c) Which of the tools can be used to store data? 2marks
CASSETTE/ MAGNETIC TAPE AND COMPACT DISC

d) Which of the tools can be used to connect to the internet? 2marks

ROUTER

e) Which of the tools was used in fourth generation of computers 2marks

LAPTOP

25. . State whether the data is an integer, float or double. 5 marks

Data Data type
2.567 FLOAT
0.7225 FLOAT
23 INTEGER
100 INTEGER
0.0500125 DOUBLE

26. a. Study the diagrams below carefully and used it to answer questions (a)(i-iv)

A B C D

E F G H
 i. What is the collective name used to call these devices?
STORAGE DEVICES.

[1 mark]
i. What are the devices above used for?
USED TO STORE DATA FOR FUTURE USE / USED TO BACKUP
DATA
[2 marks]

ii. State the names of each of the devices shown above. (All names in full)
A. FLOPPY DISK / DISKETTE
B. BLU-RAY DISC
C. CASSETTE / MAGNETIC TAPE
D. HARD DISK DRIVE
E. PENDRIVE
F. COMPACT DISC
G. ZIP DISK
H. SECURED DISK CARD (SD CARD)
[8 marks]

[Link] the devices above into optical, magnetic, and solid-state storage devices
Optical Storage Device Magnetic Storage Device Solid-State
Storage Device
Blu-ray disc, Compact Disc floppy disk / diskette, Pendrive, SD Card.
Magnetic Tape, Hard
disk, Zip disk
 27. a. Mr. Alfred Galyuon connected a new printer he had bought to his computer to prints some
documents. He successfully connected the printer to the power source. Afterwards, he turned on the
printer. However, when he issued the command to print, the computer could not recognize the printer
to print the documents.
i. What could be the problem?
The computer might not have the necessary drivers installed for the printer, or the printer might
not be properly connected to the computer [1 mark]
ii. Suggest the possible solution Mr. Galyuon would need for the documents to be printed using
that printer.
Install the Printer Drivers. Ensure that the printer drivers are installed on the computer. [2 marks]
iii. What is the purpose of the solution you would suggest to Mr. Galyuon?
Installing the Printer Drivers: Printer drivers are necessary for the computer to communicate effectively
with the printer. Without the correct drivers, the computer will not recognize or be able to send print jobs
to the printer.
28. Study the devices in figure 3 carefully and use them to answer questions 1e

Figure 3

e. Name the following technologies for persons with disability figure 3. 4 marks
A Voice Aid Amplifier
B Ear Sound Amplifier
C Braille Book
D prosthetic leg.
f. Mention the disability each technology in 1(e) is used to support. 3marks
A Supports individuals with speech impairments or weak voices
B Supports individuals with hearing impairments
C Supports individuals who are visually impaired or blind
D. support individuals with lower limb amputations