Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions (60 Questions)
1. Any data and instructions entered into the memory of a computer is defined as:
A) Output
B) Throughput
C) Input
D) Latency
2. Which of the following is NOT listed as a commonly used input method in the slides?
A) Motion input
B) Laser projection
C) Voice input
D) Scanners and reading devices
3. Which type of keyboard is designed specifically to reduce the chance of repetitive strain
injuries (RSIs)?
A) Virtual keyboard
B) Gaming keyboard
C) Ergonomic keyboard
D) Compact keyboard
4. A small symbol on the screen whose location and shape change as a user moves a
pointing device is called a:
A) Cursor
B) Pointer
C) Tracker
D) Marker
5. Which pointing device is stationary and has a ball on its top or side?
A) Mouse
B) Touchpad
C) Trackball
D) Stylus
6. A touch-sensitive display device that allows users to interact with the operating system is
called a:
A) Touch screen
B) Graphics tablet
C) OMR device
D) Plotter
7. Which device is an electronic plastic board that detects and converts movements of a
stylus into digital signals?
A) Touchpad
B) Graphics tablet (Digitizer)
C) Flatbed scanner
D) Magstripe reader
8. Motion input, where users guide on-screen elements using air gestures, is sometimes
called:
A) Air control
B) Haptic feedback
C) Gesture recognition
D) Virtual reality
9. The computer’s capability to distinguish spoken words is known as:
A) Audio output
B) Voice recognition
C) Sound synthesis
D) Echo cancellation
10. Which software allows users to record, compose, mix, and edit music and sounds?
A) CAD software
B) Music production software
C) Optical Character Recognition
D) Image editing software
11. A webcam is a type of DV camera that enables a user to do all of the following
EXCEPT:
A) Conduct videoconferences
B) Broadcast live images
C) Print high-quality photos
D) Make video calls
12. A meeting between two or more geographically separated people using video technology
is called:
A) Telecommuting
B) Videoconference
C) Cloud computing
D) Broadcasting
13. A light-sensing input device that reads printed text/graphics and translates them into a
form the computer can process is a:
A) Printer
B) Monitor
C) Scanner
D) Plotter
14. Which technology converts characters, marks, and codes into digital data using a light
source?
A) RFID
B) Optical Reader
C) Magnetic Ink
D) Force feedback
15. OMR stands for:
A) Optical Mark Recognition
B) Optical Magnetic Reading
C) Optical Motion Recognition
D) Output Management Resource
16. A bar code reader uses ______ to read bar codes.
A) Radio waves
B) Magnetic fields
C) Laser beams
D) Thermal pins
17. Which type of code stores information in both a vertical and horizontal direction?
A) Bar code
B) QR code
C) ZIP code
D) ASCII code
18. RFID uses ______ to communicate with a tag placed in or attached to an object.
A) Infrared light
B) Laser beams
C) Radio signals
D) Magnetized ink
19. Which of the following is a common use for RFID tracking?
A) Checking out library books
B) Tracking runners in a marathon
C) Gauging tire pressure
D) All of the above
20. A magstripe reader reads the magnetic stripe on the back of:
A) Credit cards
B) Paper checks
C) QR codes
D) 3D printed objects
21. MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) is primarily used by which industry?
A) Healthcare
B) Retail
C) Banking
D) Manufacturing
22. What device obtains data directly at the location where a transaction or event takes
place?
A) Data collection device
B) Flatbed scanner
C) Plotter
D) Ink-jet printer
23. Output is defined as:
A) Raw data entered into memory
B) Data processed into a useful form
C) The speed of the processor
D) Storage capacity
24. Which of the following is a display device packaged as a separate peripheral?
A) Monitor
B) Hard drive
C) Motherboard
D) Scanner
25. The quality of a display depends on all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Resolution
B) Response time
C) Dot pitch
D) Printer speed
26. To display the highest quality images, a monitor should use which type of port?
A) MIDI
B) HDMI or DisplayPort
C) Serial Port
D) Audio Jack
27. An Internet-enabled HDTV is known as a:
A) Plasma TV
B) Smart TV
C) CRT Monitor
D) Projector
28. Which printer forms characters without actually contacting the paper?
A) Impact printer
B) Nonimpact printer
C) Dot-matrix printer
D) Typewriter
29. Speed for ink-jet printers is measured in:
A) Dots per inch (dpi)
B) Pages per minute (ppm)
C) Lines per minute (lpm)
D) Pixels per inch (ppi)
30. A printer that uses additive manufacturing to create physical objects layer by layer is a:
A) Laser printer
B) Thermal printer
C) 3-D printer
D) Plotter
31. Which printer generates images by pushing electrically heated pins against heat-
sensitive paper?
A) Laser printer
B) Thermal printer
C) Ink-jet printer
D) Impact printer
32. Which type of printer is commonly used to produce high-quality drawings like
blueprints?
A) Plotter
B) Dot-matrix
C) Label printer
D) Mobile printer
33. Large-format printers are used by graphic artists to create:
A) Memos and letters
B) Photo-realistic signs and posters
C) 3D models
D) Bar codes
34. Which printer creates images by striking a mechanism against an inked ribbon?
A) Impact printer
B) Laser printer
C) Thermal printer
D) Dye-sublimation printer
35. Speakers that cover or are placed outside of the ear are called:
A) Earbuds
B) Headphones
C) Subwoofers
D) Sound bars
36. A device that projects computer images onto a larger screen for an audience is a:
A) Scanner
B) Data projector
C) Webcam
D) Smart TV
37. An interactive whiteboard resembles a:
A) Large tablet
B) Dry-erase board
C) Television
D) Projector screen
38. Game controllers include force feedback to:
A) Make the game harder
B) Send resistance to the device in response to user actions
C) Improve battery life
D) Connect to the internet
39. A camera/receiver mounted on a monitor that tracks a head-mounted pointer is an
example of:
A) Assistive technology
B) Gaming hardware
C) Standard office equipment
D) Virtual reality
40. A Braille printer is an example of:
A) Audio input
B) Assistive technology output
C) Visual display
D) Optical recognition
41. (Appendix) Computer Vision technology is capable of:
A) Generating photo-realistic faces
B) Recognizing objects in traffic
C) Transferring artistic style to photos
D) All of the above
42. (Appendix) The device shown in the appendix used for "Random forest algorithm"
sports games is the:
A) Kinect
B) Wii Remote
C) PlayStation Move
D) VR Headset
43. A device that rests inside the ear canal to deliver audio output is:
A) Headphone
B) Earbud
C) Subwoofer
D) Speaker
44. A standard keyboard typically includes which of the following keys?
A) Function keys
B) Navigation keys
C) Media control buttons
D) All of the above
45. A touchpad is sensitive to:
A) Light and Color
B) Pressure and Motion
C) Sound and Heat
D) Voice and Video
46. In a database or banking context, what does the acronym MICR stand for?
A) Magnetic Ink Character Recognition
B) Multiple Input Computer Resource
C) Mobile Internet Communication Reader
D) Magnetic Image Code Reader
47. A "Flatbed" is a type of:
A) Printer
B) Scanner
C) Monitor
D) Speaker
48. Which of the following is considered "Video Input"?
A) Watching a movie on Netflix
B) Capturing full-motion images and storing them on a computer
C) Playing a video game
D) Editing a photo
49. "Siri" is an example of an application that utilizes:
A) Voice input / Voice recognition
B) 3D printing
C) OMR
D) RFID
50. High-quality surround sound speaker systems often include:
A) A center speaker, satellite speakers, and a subwoofer
B) Only one speaker
C) A microphone and a webcam
D) A flatbed scanner
51. A label printer typically prints on:
A) Standard 8.5x11 paper
B) Adhesive-type material
C) Heat-sensitive thermal paper only
D) Plastic 3D filament
52. Which display technology is mentioned as the most advanced form of digital television?
A) DTV
B) HDTV
C) CRT
D) Analog TV
53. Before purchasing a printer, a user should consider:
A) The cost per page
B) The speed (PPM)
C) Wireless capabilities
D) All of the above
54. A "Dye-sublimation printer" is a specific type of:
A) Thermal printer
B) Impact printer
C) Scanner
D) Input device
55. An All-in-one printer is also known as a:
A) 3D printer
B) Multifunction printer
C) Plotter
D) Mobile printer
56. Assistive technology input methods can include:
A) Head-mounted pointers
B) Touch screens
C) Standard keyboards
D) All of the above
57. What separates an "impact" printer from a "nonimpact" printer?
A) The speed of printing
B) Whether a mechanism physically strikes the paper
C) The cost of the ink
D) The size of the paper used
58. A "Stylus" is most commonly associated with:
A) Voice Input
B) Pen Input
C) Motion Input
D) Audio Output
59. Which aspect of a display describes the number of horizontal and vertical pixels?
A) Brightness
B) Contrast ratio
C) Resolution
D) Dot pitch
60. A "Smart TV" is defined as:
A) An HDTV with 3D capability
B) An Internet-enabled HDTV
C) A monitor without speakers
D) A TV that uses voice control only
Answer Key for Part 1 (Multiple Choice)
1. C | 2. B | 3. C | 4. B | 5. C | 6. A | 7. B | 8. C | 9. B | 10. B
11. C | 12. B | 13. C | 14. B | 15. A | 16. C | 17. B | 18. C | 19. D | 20. A
21. C | 22. A | 23. B | 24. A | 25. D | 26. B | 27. B | 28. B | 29. B | 30. C
31. B | 32. A | 33. B | 34. A | 35. B | 36. B | 37. B | 38. B | 39. A | 40. B
41. D | 42. A | 43. B | 44. D | 45. B | 46. A | 47. B | 48. B | 49. A | 50. A
51. B | 52. B | 53. D | 54. A | 55. B | 56. A | 57. B | 58. B | 59. C | 60. B
Part 2: Short Question & Answer (35 Questions)
1. Define "Input".
Answer: Input is any data and instructions entered into the memory of a computer.
2. What is an ergonomic keyboard and what is its purpose?
Answer: It is a keyboard with a design that reduces the chance of repetitive strain injuries (RSIs)
of the wrist and hand by incorporating comfort, efficiency, and safety.
3. Describe the difference between a mouse and a touchpad.
Answer: A mouse is a handheld pointing device that fits under the palm. A touchpad is a small,
flat, rectangular pointing device sensitive to pressure and motion, usually found on laptops.
4. How does a graphics tablet (digitizer) work?
Answer: It is an electronic board that detects and converts the movements of a stylus or digital
pen into digital signals that are sent to the computer.
5. What is "Gesture Recognition"?
Answer: It is a technology (motion input) that allows users to guide on-screen elements using air
gestures.
6. What is the difference between "Audio Input" and "Voice Recognition"?
Answer: Audio input is entering any sound (speech, music, effects) into the computer. Voice
recognition is specifically the computer's capability to distinguish and understand spoken words.
7. List three functions of a Webcam.
Answer: Capture video/still images, conduct videoconferences, and make video calls.
8. How does a flatbed scanner function?
Answer: It works similarly to a copy machine, reading printed text/graphics with a light source,
but creates a digital file in memory instead of a paper copy.
9. Differentiate between OCR and OMR.
Answer: OCR (Optical Character Recognition) reads characters and converts them to digital text.
OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) reads hand-drawn marks, such as circles on a test form.
10. How does a QR code differ from a standard bar code?
Answer: A bar code stores information linearly (1D), while a QR code stores information in both
vertical and horizontal directions (2D).
11. What is RFID and what is it used for?
Answer: RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) uses radio signals to communicate with a tag
attached to an object. It is used for tracking inventory, runners in races, and vehicle tires.
12. What are magstripe readers?
Answer: Devices that read the magnetic stripe on the back of credit cards, bank cards, and ID
cards.
13. What is MICR and why is it used in banking?
Answer: Magnetic Ink Character Recognition reads text printed with magnetized ink. It is used
for check processing to verify bank routing and account numbers.
14. Define "Output".
Answer: Output is data that has been processed into a useful form (text, graphics, audio, video).
15. List four factors that determine the quality of a display.
Answer: Resolution, Response time, Brightness, Dot pitch, Contrast ratio.
16. What is a "Nonimpact Printer"? Give two examples.
Answer: A printer that forms characters/graphics without contacting the paper. Examples: Ink-
jet, Laser, Photo, Thermal, 3-D printers.
17. How does an Ink-jet printer create an image?
Answer: It sprays tiny drops of liquid ink onto a piece of paper.
18. What is the primary advantage of a Laser printer?
Answer: They provide high-speed and high-quality printing (often preferred for black-and-white
text in offices).
19. What is an "All-in-one printer"?
Answer: A single device that performs multiple functions: printing, scanning, copying, and
sometimes faxing.
20. Explain the process of 3-D printing.
Answer: It uses additive manufacturing to create an object by adding material layer by layer from
a digital model.
21. How does a Thermal printer work?
Answer: It generates images by pushing electrically heated pins against heat-sensitive paper.
22. What are Plotters and Large-format printers used for?
Answer: Plotters produce high-quality drawings (blueprints). Large-format printers create photo-
realistic signs, posters, and professional displays.
23. Describe the mechanism of an "Impact Printer".
Answer: It creates images by striking a mechanism against an inked ribbon that physically
contacts the paper.
24. What is the difference between Headphones and Earbuds?
Answer: Headphones cover or sit outside the ear; earbuds rest inside the ear canal.
25. What is the purpose of a Data Projector?
Answer: To project text and images from a computer screen onto a larger screen so a
group/audience can see them clearly.
26. What is an Interactive Whiteboard?
Answer: A touch-sensitive device resembling a dry-erase board that displays a connected
computer's image and allows users to write directly on it.
27. What is "Force Feedback" in gaming controllers?
Answer: Technology that sends physical resistance or vibration to the controller in response to
the user's actions in the game.
28. Describe an example of Assistive Technology for input.
Answer: A camera/receiver that tracks a head-mounted pointer, allowing a user to move the on-
screen pointer by moving their head.
29. Describe an example of Assistive Technology for output.
Answer: A Braille printer that prints information in tactile Braille for visually impaired users.
30. (Appendix) What is "Computer Vision"?
Answer: A field of artificial intelligence that trains computers to interpret and understand the
visual world (images/video), such as recognizing faces or tracking traffic.
31. What is a "Smart TV"?
Answer: It is an Internet-enabled HDTV that allows users to connect to the web and watch
television shows.
32. What is the function of a "Mobile Printer"?
Answer: It is a small, battery-powered printer that allows users to print from a mobile device
while traveling.
33. What is the "Typing Area" on a keyboard?
Answer: The section of the keyboard containing the alphanumeric keys used for standard typing.
34. Why would a business use a Data Collection Device?
Answer: To obtain data directly at the location of a transaction (e.g., scanning inventory in a
warehouse) and transmit it wirelessly to a system.
35. What are the standard ports used to connect a monitor for high-quality images?
Answer: HDMI, DVI, and DisplayPort.