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Subject 1

Computer Science

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Topic Section

Fundamentals

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Q 1 Computer Science Fundamentals

What is meant by a dedicated computer?

A

Which is used by one person only

B

Which is assigned one and only one task

C

Which uses one kind of software

D

Which is meant for application software

View answer & explanation Ans: Which is assigned one and only one task

Correct Answer: Which is assigned one and only one task

A dedicated computer is specifically designed and configured to perform a single specialized task or function.

Q 9 Computer Science Fundamentals

ICT stands for:

A

Information and Communication Technology

B

Information and Computer Technology

C

Inter-Connected Technology

D

Information and Common Technology

View answer & explanation Ans: Information and Communication Technology

Correct Answer: Information and Communication Technology

ICT encompasses the role of unified communications and the integration of telecommunications and computers.

Q 31 Computer Science Fundamentals

The output shown on the computer monitor is called:

A

Hard copy

B

Soft copy

C

Carbon copy

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Soft copy

Correct Answer: Soft copy

A soft copy is an unprinted digital document displayed on a screen, unlike a hard copy which is a physical printout.

Q 65 Computer Science Fundamentals

No computer can do anything without a:

A

Memory

B

Chip

C

Program

D

Output

View answer & explanation Ans: Program

Correct Answer: Program

A computer is merely uninstructed hardware without software programs, which provide the sequence of instructions necessary to execute tasks.

Q 68 Computer Science Fundamentals

A user-interface that is easy to use is considered to be:

A

User Happy

B

User Friendly

C

User Simple

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: User Friendly

Correct Answer: User Friendly

The term 'User Friendly' denotes software or hardware interfaces that are intuitive, accessible, and simple for end-users to navigate.

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Topic Section

Networking

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Q 2 Computer Science Networking

What is the internet?

A

A single network

B

A collection of unrelated computers

C

Interconnection of local area networks

D

Interconnection of wide area networks

View answer & explanation Ans: Interconnection of wide area networks

Correct Answer: Interconnection of wide area networks

The internet is a massive global network that connects numerous Wide Area Networks (WANs) and Local Area Networks (LANs) together.

Q 14 Computer Science Networking

What type of connection would be used to connect a printer directly to a network?

A

USB

B

Serial

C

Firewire

D

Ethernet cable

View answer & explanation Ans: Ethernet cable

Correct Answer: Ethernet cable

An Ethernet cable is used to directly connect a printer to a Local Area Network (LAN) router or switch, making it accessible to all network users.

Q 23 Computer Science Networking

Which device is used to connect the nearest device?

A

Wi-Fi

B

NFC

C

Bluetooth

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

Wi-Fi, Near Field Communication (NFC), and Bluetooth are all distinct wireless communication technologies used for short-to-medium range connectivity.

Q 32 Computer Science Networking

Internet access by transmitting digital data over the wires of a local telephone network is provided by:

A

Leased Line

B

Digital Signal Line

C

Digital Subscriber Line

D

Digital Leased Line

View answer & explanation Ans: Digital Subscriber Line

Correct Answer: Digital Subscriber Line

Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) is a family of technologies that provide internet access by transmitting digital data over copper telephone lines.

Q 66 Computer Science Networking

Which protocol provides e-mail facility among different hosts?

A

SMTP

B

FTP

C

TELNET

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: SMTP

Correct Answer: SMTP

Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) is the standard internet protocol used strictly for sending emails across IP networks.

Q 73 Computer Science Networking

A wireless technology built in electronic gadgets used for exchanging data over short distances is:

A

Bluetooth

B

Modem

C

Wi-Fi

D

USB

View answer & explanation Ans: Bluetooth

Correct Answer: Bluetooth

Bluetooth is an industry-standard wireless technology optimized specifically for exchanging data across very short distances.

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Topic Section

MS Word

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Q 3 Computer Science MS Word

Which shortcut key is used to select the whole document in MS Word?

A

Ctrl+A

B

Ctrl+H

C

Ctrl+T

D

Ctrl+Q

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+A

Correct Answer: Ctrl+A

Ctrl+A is the universal keyboard shortcut in Windows applications, including MS Word, to select all text and elements in a document.

Q 4 Computer Science MS Word

Which shortcut key is used to open an existing file in MS Word?

A

Ctrl+N

B

Ctrl+O

C

Ctrl+R

D

Ctrl+I

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+O

Correct Answer: Ctrl+O

The shortcut Ctrl+O is used to open the file directory dialog to select and open an existing file.

Q 16 Computer Science MS Word

Which is the keyboard shortcut to increase font size in Microsoft Word?

A

Ctrl+[

B

Ctrl+]

C

Ctrl+Shift+=

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+]

Correct Answer: Ctrl+]

Ctrl+] increases the font size of selected text by 1 point in MS Word, while Ctrl+[ decreases it.

Q 18 Computer Science MS Word

In MS Word, by default, on which page is the header or the footer printed?

A

First page

B

Alternate page

C

Every page

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Every page

Correct Answer: Every page

By default, inserting a header or footer in an MS Word document applies it universally across every page unless specified otherwise.

Q 19 Computer Science MS Word

Shortcut key for a page break in MS Word is:

A

Ctrl+Enter

B

Shift+Enter

C

Alt+Enter

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+Enter

Correct Answer: Ctrl+Enter

Ctrl+Enter forces the text to start on a new page by inserting a hard page break.

Q 24 Computer Science MS Word

Which shortcut key is used to center align the selected text?

A

Ctrl+A

B

Ctrl+E

C

Ctrl+V

D

Ctrl+T

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+E

Correct Answer: Ctrl+E

In most text editors like MS Word, Ctrl+E is the shortcut used to center-align the currently selected paragraph or text.

Q 43 Computer Science MS Word

"Ctrl + PageDown" Shortcut key is used in MS Word to:

A

Move the cursor one-page down

B

Move the cursor paragraph down

C

Move the cursor one-line down

D

Move the cursor one-screen down

View answer & explanation Ans: Move the cursor one-page down

Correct Answer: Move the cursor one-page down

In Microsoft Word, pressing Ctrl + PageDown moves the cursor directly to the top of the next page.

Q 52 Computer Science MS Word

Which one of the following Page Orientations by default is used in MS Word while printing?

A

Regular

B

Standard

C

Portrait

D

Plain

View answer & explanation Ans: Portrait

Correct Answer: Portrait

By default, MS Word documents are formatted and printed in Portrait orientation (vertical), rather than Landscape.

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Topic Section

Keyboard Shortcuts

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Q 5 Computer Science Keyboard Shortcuts

Which key is used to delete a character to the left side of the cursor?

A

Backspace

B

Escape

C

Delete

D

End

View answer & explanation Ans: Backspace

Correct Answer: Backspace

The Backspace key deletes characters to the left of the insertion point, whereas the Delete key removes characters to the right.

Q 20 Computer Science Keyboard Shortcuts

Which key is used to refresh the current window?

A

F1

B

F3

C

F5

D

F7

View answer & explanation Ans: F5

Correct Answer: F5

The F5 function key is the standard shortcut to reload or refresh the current window or webpage in most operating systems and browsers.

Q 47 Computer Science Keyboard Shortcuts

Which shortcut key is used to undo the last action in a document?

A

Ctrl+U

B

Ctrl+D

C

Ctrl+X

D

Ctrl+Z

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+Z

Correct Answer: Ctrl+Z

Ctrl+Z is the universal shortcut command to revert or 'undo' the most recent action taken by the user.

Q 48 Computer Science Keyboard Shortcuts

To Delete the selected text press:

A

Ctrl

B

Alt

C

Home

D

Delete

View answer & explanation Ans: Delete

Correct Answer: Delete

The Delete key removes the currently highlighted text, object, or file in graphical user interfaces.

Q 61 Computer Science Keyboard Shortcuts

Which key is used for renaming a file?

A

F1

B

F2

C

F7

D

F9

View answer & explanation Ans: F2

Correct Answer: F2

In Windows environments, selecting a file or folder and pressing the F2 key triggers the rename function.

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Topic Section

Hardware

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Q 6 Computer Science Hardware

BIOS stands for:

A

Basic Input Output Structure

B

Basic Input Operating System

C

Basic Input Output System

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Basic Input Output System

Correct Answer: Basic Input Output System

BIOS is firmware used to perform hardware initialization during the booting process and provide runtime services for operating systems.

Q 11 Computer Science Hardware

RAM stands for:

A

Read Access Memory

B

Random Access Memory

C

Random Admission Memory

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Random Access Memory

Correct Answer: Random Access Memory

RAM is a form of primary computer memory that can be read and changed in any order, typically used to store working data and machine code.

Q 17 Computer Science Hardware

Which of the following stores data permanently in a computer?

A

RAM

B

ROM

C

CPU

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: ROM

Correct Answer: ROM

Read-Only Memory (ROM) is non-volatile memory used in computers to permanently store firmware and fundamental system data.

Q 30 Computer Science Hardware

RAM is also known as:

A

Read Only Memory

B

Programmable Read Only Memory

C

Read-Write Memory

D

Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory

View answer & explanation Ans: Read-Write Memory

Correct Answer: Read-Write Memory

Random Access Memory (RAM) allows data to be both read from and written to, distinguishing it from Read-Only Memory (ROM).

Q 34 Computer Science Hardware

Which of the following is not an output device of a computer?

A

Printer

B

Keyboard

C

CRT Screen

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Keyboard

Correct Answer: Keyboard

A keyboard is primarily an input device used to enter text and commands into the computer.

Q 41 Computer Science Hardware

The ability to read or write each piece of information in a storage device in approximately the same length of time regardless of its location is:

A

Sequential Access

B

Random Access

C

Raster Scan

D

Search

View answer & explanation Ans: Random Access

Correct Answer: Random Access

Random Access allows a storage medium to quickly jump to any piece of data directly, without having to read through everything sequentially.

Q 59 Computer Science Hardware

Which one of the following converts printed documents into Digital Images?

A

Mouse

B

Keyboard

C

Scanner

D

Webcam

View answer & explanation Ans: Scanner

Correct Answer: Scanner

A scanner is a digital input device that optically reads physical documents and converts them into digital image files.

Q 72 Computer Science Hardware

Another term for Main Memory is:

A

RAM

B

ROM

C

Hard Disk

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: RAM

Correct Answer: RAM

Main Memory directly refers to the system's Random Access Memory (RAM), which acts as the volatile, immediate workspace for the CPU.

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Topic Section

MS Excel

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Q 7 Computer Science MS Excel

B2:B6 in MS Excel represents the:

A

Cell column

B

Range of cells

C

Cell Row

D

Worksheet number

View answer & explanation Ans: Range of cells

Correct Answer: Range of cells

In MS Excel, a colon (:) is used as a reference operator to indicate a contiguous range of cells from the first cell to the last.

Q 8 Computer Science MS Excel

Which key is used to move from one cell to another in MS Excel?

A

Ctrl

B

Ctrl+Alt

C

Tab

D

Shift+Tab

View answer & explanation Ans: Tab

Correct Answer: Tab

The Tab key moves the active cell selection one column to the right, while Shift+Tab moves it to the left.

Q 26 Computer Science MS Excel

A worksheet consists of a set of __________ in MS Excel.

A

Rows

B

Columns

C

Both Rows and Columns

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Both Rows and Columns

Correct Answer: Both Rows and Columns

A standard spreadsheet or worksheet is laid out as a two-dimensional grid consisting of horizontal rows and vertical columns.

Q 28 Computer Science MS Excel

What displays the content of the active cell in Excel?

A

Name Box

B

Row Headings

C

Task pane

D

Formula Bar

View answer & explanation Ans: Formula Bar

Correct Answer: Formula Bar

The Formula Bar, located above the worksheet grid, displays the data or formula contained within the currently selected active cell.

Q 49 Computer Science MS Excel

Which of the following is not a valid data type in Excel?

A

Number

B

Label

C

Character

D

Date/Time

View answer & explanation Ans: Character

Correct Answer: Character

Excel fundamentally deals with numeric values, text (labels), and formulas. 'Character' is a programming datatype, but Excel natively treats string data simply as Text/Labels.

Q 55 Computer Science MS Excel

Which one is not a function in MS Excel?

A

SUM

B

MAX

C

MIN

D

AVG

View answer & explanation Ans: AVG

Correct Answer: AVG

In MS Excel, the correct syntax for the averaging function is AVERAGE(). AVG is not recognized as a native function.

Q 63 Computer Science MS Excel

The basic unit of a worksheet into which you enter data in Excel is called a:

A

Tab

B

Cell

C

Box

D

Range

View answer & explanation Ans: Cell

Correct Answer: Cell

A cell is the fundamental intersection of a row and a column in a spreadsheet, where all data and formulas are entered.

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Topic Section

Data Representation

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Q 10 Computer Science Data Representation

EBCDIC stands for:

A

Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code

B

Extended Bit Code Decimal Interchange Code

C

Extended Case Decimal Interchange Code

D

Exchanged Binary Case Decimal Interchange Code

View answer & explanation Ans: Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code

Correct Answer: Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code

EBCDIC is an eight-bit character encoding used mainly on IBM mainframe and IBM midrange computer operating systems.

Q 60 Computer Science Data Representation

Binary codes are in the form of:

A

0,1

B

1,1

C

1,2

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 0,1

Correct Answer: 0,1

The binary numeral system operates natively in base-2, using only two discrete symbols: 0 and 1.

8

Topic Section

Input Devices

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Q 12 Computer Science Input Devices

Name the type of mouse which uses laser technology to detect the motion of the ball:

A

Optical mouse

B

Mechanical

C

Opto mechanical

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Opto mechanical

Correct Answer: Opto mechanical

An optomechanical mouse uses a physical ball to turn rollers, but utilizes optical sensors (light/laser) to detect the motion of those rollers internally.

Q 29 Computer Science Input Devices

A light sensitive device that converts drawing, printed text, or other images into digital form is:

A

Keyboard

B

Plotter

C

Scanner

D

OMR

View answer & explanation Ans: Scanner

Correct Answer: Scanner

An image scanner optically scans physical images, printed text, or handwriting and converts them into digital two-dimensional representations.

9

Topic Section

MS PowerPoint

6 solved MCQs shown directly below

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Q 13 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

The shortcut to add a new slide in PowerPoint is:

A

Ctrl+Z

B

Ctrl+M

C

Ctrl+N

D

Ctrl+O

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+M

Correct Answer: Ctrl+M

In MS PowerPoint, Ctrl+M inserts a new slide, whereas Ctrl+N creates an entirely new presentation file.

Q 25 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

Which key on the keyboard can be used to view a slide show in MS PowerPoint?

A

F1

B

F2

C

F3

D

F5

View answer & explanation Ans: F5

Correct Answer: F5

Pressing the F5 key starts a PowerPoint slideshow presentation from the very first slide.

Q 40 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

Presentation pages in PowerPoint are called:

A

Document

B

Page

C

Slide

D

Sheet

View answer & explanation Ans: Slide

Correct Answer: Slide

In presentation software like MS PowerPoint, an individual page of content is universally referred to as a slide.

Q 45 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

Which of the following software is used to prepare presentations?

A

MS Word

B

MS Excel

C

MS PowerPoint

D

Worksheet

View answer & explanation Ans: MS PowerPoint

Correct Answer: MS PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint is a dedicated presentation program used to create visually compelling slideshows.

Q 62 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

What is defined by the handout master?

A

Layout of Handout

B

Layout of design

C

Layout of slide

D

Layout of template

View answer & explanation Ans: Layout of Handout

Correct Answer: Layout of Handout

In PowerPoint, the Handout Master controls the layout, formatting, and appearance of printed presentation handouts.

Q 69 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

Which of the following pane is NOT available in the Task Pane?

A

Slide design

B

Master slide

C

Slide transition

D

Slide layout

View answer & explanation Ans: Master slide

Correct Answer: Master slide

Slide Master is typically accessed from the 'View' tab as a specialized viewing mode, rather than being a sidebar Task Pane.

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Topic Section

Internet

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Q 15 Computer Science Internet

Email is used to send:

A

Audio

B

File

C

Video

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

Modern email clients support the attachment of various multimedia elements including audio, video, and data files.

Q 44 Computer Science Internet

The ________ button is used to reload a page in the Internet browser.

A

Reload

B

Refresh

C

Research

D

Forward

View answer & explanation Ans: Refresh

Correct Answer: Refresh

Browsers use the Refresh (or Reload) button, often mapped to the F5 key, to re-fetch and update the contents of a webpage.

Q 51 Computer Science Internet

To send audio, video and text we use:

A

Email

B

YouTube

C

MS Word

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Email

Correct Answer: Email

Electronic mail (Email) allows users to send rich messages containing text, along with attachments like audio and video files.

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Topic Section

Architecture

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Q 21 Computer Science Architecture

What does DMA stand for:

A

Distinct Memory Access

B

Direct Memory Access

C

Distinct Module Access

D

Direct Memory Allocation

View answer & explanation Ans: Direct Memory Access

Correct Answer: Direct Memory Access

Direct Memory Access (DMA) is a feature that allows certain hardware subsystems to access primary system memory (RAM) independently of the CPU.

Q 46 Computer Science Architecture

________ provides a path to transfer data between CPU and memory.

A

Control Bus

B

Address Bus

C

Data Bus

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Data Bus

Correct Answer: Data Bus

The Data Bus is a system within a computer or device that actively carries the actual data transferred between the CPU and memory.

Q 53 Computer Science Architecture

Which program is run by BIOS to check if hardware components are working properly while the computer is turned ON?

A

DMOS

B

CMOS

C

POST

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: POST

Correct Answer: POST

Power-On Self-Test (POST) is the initial diagnostic testing sequence executed by the BIOS right after a computer is powered on.

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Topic Section

Digital Logic

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Q 22 Computer Science Digital Logic

AND, OR, XOR, NOT, NAND, NOR are which type of gate?

A

Logic gate

B

Swing gate

C

Program gate

D

Automatic gate

View answer & explanation Ans: Logic gate

Correct Answer: Logic gate

These are fundamental electronic logic gates used to implement boolean functions in digital circuits.

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Topic Section

Web Development

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Q 27 Computer Science Web Development

Which basic language is used to design a web page?

A

PHP

B

JAVA

C

HTML

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: HTML

Correct Answer: HTML

HyperText Markup Language (HTML) is the standard and foundational markup language used to create and design documents on the World Wide Web.

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Topic Section

Software

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Q 33 Computer Science Software

Microsoft Word is ________ software.

A

System

B

Application

C

Programming

D

Built in

View answer & explanation Ans: Application

Correct Answer: Application

Application software, like MS Word, is designed to perform specific tasks or applications for the end user, distinct from system software that runs the hardware.

Q 78 Computer Science Software

The operating system is the most common type of ________ Software.

A

Communication

B

Application

C

System

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: System

Correct Answer: System

System software acts as an intermediary layer between hardware and user applications. The Operating System is the primary and most vital example of it.

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Topic Section

Operating Systems

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Q 35 Computer Science Operating Systems

What type of operating system is MS-DOS?

A

Command Line Interface

B

Graphical User Interface

C

Multitasking

D

Menu Driven Interface

View answer & explanation Ans: Command Line Interface

Correct Answer: Command Line Interface

MS-DOS operates entirely on a Command Line Interface (CLI), where users must type text-based commands to navigate and execute programs.

Q 38 Computer Science Operating Systems

Which of the following is a single user operating system?

A

Linux

B

Windows 7

C

MS-DOS

D

Windows NT

View answer & explanation Ans: MS-DOS

Correct Answer: MS-DOS

MS-DOS is a classic single-tasking, single-user operating system designed originally for IBM PC compatible personal computers.

Q 56 Computer Science Operating Systems

What is the name given to the organized collection of software that controls the overall operation of a computer?

A

Working system

B

Peripheral system

C

Operating system

D

Controlling system

View answer & explanation Ans: Operating system

Correct Answer: Operating system

An Operating System (OS) is the primary software that manages computer hardware resources and provides common services for software applications.

Q 57 Computer Science Operating Systems

The process of starting an operating system when the user turns on a computer is known as:

A

Booting

B

Starting

C

Loading

D

Turn on

View answer & explanation Ans: Booting

Correct Answer: Booting

Booting is the initial set of operations that a computer system performs when electrical power to the CPU is switched on.

Q 67 Computer Science Operating Systems

If the displayed system time and date is wrong, you can reset it using:

A

Write

B

Calendar

C

Control Panel

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Control Panel

Correct Answer: Control Panel

In Windows operating systems, the Date and Time settings module is traditionally found within the central Control Panel.

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Topic Section

Security

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Q 36 Computer Science Security

Authentication refers to:

A

Username

B

Password

C

Both Username and Password

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Both Username and Password

Correct Answer: Both Username and Password

In computing, standard authentication often requires verifying a user's identity using a combination of a known username and a secret password.

Q 58 Computer Science Security

A software that can harm your computer is called:

A

Server

B

Virus

C

Extension

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Virus

Correct Answer: Virus

A computer virus is a type of malicious software (malware) that, when executed, replicates itself by modifying other computer programs.

Q 71 Computer Science Security

The common name for the crime of stealing passwords is:

A

Spooling

B

Spoofing

C

Hacking

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hacking

Correct Answer: Hacking

While specific password theft may be termed phishing or credential stuffing, 'Hacking' is the broader, most accurate option provided for digital theft and unauthorized access.

Q 74 Computer Science Security

Crimes committed using computers and the internet are called:

A

Crime against person

B

Violent crime

C

Security crime

D

Cybercrime

View answer & explanation Ans: Cybercrime

Correct Answer: Cybercrime

Cybercrime encompasses any criminal activity that involves a computer, networked device, or network as a tool or target.

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Topic Section

Graphics

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Q 37 Computer Science Graphics

The process of removing unwanted parts of an image is called:

A

Hiding

B

Bordering

C

Cutting

D

Cropping

View answer & explanation Ans: Cropping

Correct Answer: Cropping

Cropping refers to the removal of outer parts of an image to improve framing, accentuate subject matter, or alter aspect ratios.

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Topic Section

Databases

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Q 39 Computer Science Databases

A ________ is dynamic mathematical calculation that displays a single value for a specific field.

A

Format row

B

Criteria row

C

Aggregate function

D

Label

View answer & explanation Ans: Aggregate function

Correct Answer: Aggregate function

An aggregate function (like SUM, COUNT, or AVG) groups together the values of multiple rows as input on certain criteria to form a single summarized value.

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Topic Section

Programming Languages

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Q 42 Computer Science Programming Languages

Procedural language is used in which generation of computers?

A

First

B

Second

C

Third

D

Fourth

View answer & explanation Ans: Third

Correct Answer: Third

Third-generation programming languages (3GL) introduced high-level procedural abstraction (like C, FORTRAN, and COBOL) separated from hardware details.

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Data Collection

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Q 54 Computer Science Data Collection

The best way to collect data and information is:

A

Visit

B

Questionnaire

C

Sharpness

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Questionnaire

Correct Answer: Questionnaire

Questionnaires are structured data collection instruments widely used in research to gather standardized information from respondents.

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Topic Section

MS Office

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Q 64 Computer Science MS Office

From which menu can you access Picture, Text Box, and Chart in MS Word/Excel?

A

File

B

Edit

C

Insert

D

View

View answer & explanation Ans: Insert

Correct Answer: Insert

The 'Insert' tab/menu houses all tools required to place external objects like images, charts, and shapes into a document.

Q 70 Computer Science MS Office

Which menu bar selection would you access to open a file?

A

Option

B

Help

C

View

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: None of these

Correct Answer: None of these

To open a file in standard applications, one must access the 'File' menu, which is not listed among the given options.

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Topic Section

Data Processing

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Q 75 Computer Science Data Processing

If a company wants to check customer preferences, then it will use the ________ option.

A

Data Sorting

B

Experience

C

Revenue Component

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Data Sorting

Correct Answer: Data Sorting

Data Sorting allows organizations to arrange and analyze structured sets of collected client data to identify demographic preferences and trends.

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Web Technologies

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Q 76 Computer Science Web Technologies

________ are used to identify a user who returns to a website.

A

Plug-ins

B

Scripts

C

Cookies

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Cookies

Correct Answer: Cookies

HTTP cookies are small blocks of data created by a web server and stored on the user's computer to remember session information and identify returning visitors.

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Topic Section

Software Engineering

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Q 77 Computer Science Software Engineering

When creating a computer program, the ________ designs the structure of the program?

A

Programmer

B

End User

C

System Analyst

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: System Analyst

Correct Answer: System Analyst

A System Analyst specializes in researching problems, planning solutions, and designing the high-level logic and architectural structure of software systems before coding begins.

Subject 2

General Knowledge

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World Leaders

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Q 50 General Knowledge World Leaders

Fidel Castro was a ________ president.

A

Italy

B

Cuba

C

Hungary

D

Poland

View answer & explanation Ans: Cuba

Correct Answer: Cuba

Fidel Castro was a Cuban revolutionary and politician who served as the Prime Minister and later the President of Cuba.

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World Geography

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Q 79 General Knowledge World Geography

Alexandria is the seaport of:

A

Italy

B

Germany

C

Egypt

D

Syria

View answer & explanation Ans: Egypt

Correct Answer: Egypt

Alexandria is a major Mediterranean port city and the second-largest city in Egypt, founded by Alexander the Great.

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Awards & Honors

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Q 80 General Knowledge Awards & Honors

In which of the following fields is the Pulitzer Prize awarded?

A

Journalism

B

Sports

C

Chemistry

D

Art

View answer & explanation Ans: Journalism

Correct Answer: Journalism

The Pulitzer Prize is a highly prestigious award honoring excellence in newspaper, magazine, online journalism, literature, and musical composition.

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Sports

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Q 81 General Knowledge Sports

Which of the following is not an Olympic Sport?

A

Swimming

B

Badminton

C

Cricket

D

Fencing

View answer & explanation Ans: Cricket

Correct Answer: Cricket

While scheduled to return in 2028, Cricket has traditionally not been part of the modern Olympic Games since 1900.

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Topic Section

Institutions

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Q 82 General Knowledge Institutions

Jamia Millia is located in which city?

A

Delhi

B

Aligarh

C

Mumbai

D

Madras

View answer & explanation Ans: Delhi

Correct Answer: Delhi

Jamia Millia Islamia is a prestigious central university located in New Delhi, India.

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Topic Section

World Demographics

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Q 83 General Knowledge World Demographics

"Zulu" is the prominent tribe of:

A

Mongolia

B

Malaysia

C

Zambia

D

South Africa

View answer & explanation Ans: South Africa

Correct Answer: South Africa

The Zulu people are the largest Nguni ethnic group in South Africa, numbering significantly in the KwaZulu-Natal province.

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Topic Section

World History

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Q 84 General Knowledge World History

The largest famine hit Ethiopia in:

A

1980

B

1983

C

1990

D

1993

View answer & explanation Ans: 1983

Correct Answer: 1983

The catastrophic Ethiopian famine spanned from 1983 to 1985, leading to unprecedented international relief efforts.

Subject 3

Pakistan Studies

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Topic Section

Pre Partition History

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Q 85 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

A gathering of 35 prominent Indian Muslim leaders led by the Aga Khan III at the Viceregal Lodge in ________ in 1906.

A

Delhi

B

Dhaka

C

Simla

D

Kolkatta

View answer & explanation Ans: Simla

Correct Answer: Simla

The Simla Deputation was a gathering of Muslim leaders in 1906 in Simla, presenting key political demands to Viceroy Lord Minto.

Q 86 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

The Lahore Resolution was passed in:

A

1935

B

1940

C

1943

D

1947

View answer & explanation Ans: 1940

Correct Answer: 1940

The landmark Lahore Resolution, demanding a separate homeland for Muslims, was adopted on March 23, 1940.

Q 88 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

The Khilafat Movement was started by:

A

Maulana Muhammad Ali Johar

B

Quaid-e-Azam

C

Allama Iqbal

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Maulana Muhammad Ali Johar

Correct Answer: Maulana Muhammad Ali Johar

The Ali Brothers, notably Maulana Muhammad Ali Johar and Shaukat Ali, spearheaded the Khilafat Movement in British India to protect the Ottoman Caliphate.

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Literature

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Q 87 Pakistan Studies Literature

Khushal Khan Khattak was a poet of which language?

A

Punjabi

B

Pushto

C

Balouchi

D

Sindhi

View answer & explanation Ans: Pushto

Correct Answer: Pushto

Khushal Khan Khattak was a legendary Pashtun warrior, chief, and poet renowned as the national poet of the Pashto language.

Subject 4

Everyday Science

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Biology

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Q 89 Everyday Science Biology

Ophthalmology is the study of:

A

Nerves

B

Eyes

C

Blood

D

Ear

View answer & explanation Ans: Eyes

Correct Answer: Eyes

Ophthalmology is the specialized branch of medicine concerning the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the eye.

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Chemistry

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Q 90 Everyday Science Chemistry

Soap and detergents remove dirt from clothes due to:

A

Osmosis

B

Capillary action

C

Inter facial tension

D

Diffusion

View answer & explanation Ans: Inter facial tension

Correct Answer: Inter facial tension

Soaps act as surfactants that lower the interfacial surface tension between water and dirt/oils, allowing the dirt to be washed away.

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Physics

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Q 91 Everyday Science Physics

The Unit of Pressure is:

A

Joule

B

Newton

C

Pascal

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Pascal

Correct Answer: Pascal

The Pascal (Pa) is the standard SI derived unit of pressure, equivalent to one newton per square meter.

Subject 5

Mathematics

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Topic Section

Arithmetic

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Q 92 Mathematics Arithmetic

How many numbers of two digits are divisible by 9?

A

9

B

10

C

11

D

12

View answer & explanation Ans: 10

Correct Answer: 10

The two-digit multiples of 9 are 18, 27, 36, 45, 54, 63, 72, 81, 90, and 99. There are exactly 10 such numbers.

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Ratios

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Q 93 Mathematics Ratios

Which number increases 224 in the ratio 7:9?

A

22

B

24

C

26

D

288

View answer & explanation Ans: 288

Correct Answer: 288

Increasing 224 in the ratio 7:9 means multiplying it by 9/7. The calculation is 224 / 7 = 32, and 32 * 9 = 288.

Subject 6

English

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Topic Section

Idioms

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Q 94 English Idioms

The meaning of The Alpha and Omega is:

A

Beginning and End

B

Accurate and Precise

C

To make all efforts to win

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Beginning and End

Correct Answer: Beginning and End

Alpha and Omega are the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet, universally used as an idiom meaning the beginning and the end.

Q 96 English Idioms

Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiomatic expression: To poke one's nose into

A

To take interest in other's affairs

B

To clean nose

C

To bury oneself

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: To take interest in other's affairs

Correct Answer: To take interest in other's affairs

Poking one's nose into something is an idiom that means meddling or intrusively interfering in someone else's private matters.

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Topic Section

Vocabulary

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Q 95 English Vocabulary

The synonym of modify is:

A

Subscribe

B

Change

C

Bring together

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Change

Correct Answer: Change

To modify something means to alter or change it in some way.

Q 97 English Vocabulary

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: Quarantine

A

Emergency

B

Isolation

C

Negligence

D

Disagreement

View answer & explanation Ans: Isolation

Correct Answer: Isolation

Quarantine implies strict medical isolation enforced to prevent the spread of disease.

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Grammar

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Q 98 English Grammar

Every worker ________ on duty.

A

was

B

were

C

had

D

have

View answer & explanation Ans: was

Correct Answer: was

The pronoun 'every' acts as a singular subject, therefore it strictly requires the singular verb 'was' in past tense contexts.

Subject 7

Urdu

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Topic Section

Literature

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Q 99 Urdu Literature

طویل نظم کو کیا کہتے ہیں؟

A

آزاد نظم

B

مثنوی

C

رباعی

D

ریختی

View answer & explanation Ans: مثنوی

Correct Answer: مثنوی

مثنوی اردو اور فارسی کی وہ صنف سخن ہے جس میں عموماً طویل قصے یا کہانیاں تسلسل کے ساتھ بیان کی جاتی ہیں۔

Q 100 Urdu Literature

غزل کے آخری شعر میں شاعر اپنا تخلص استعمال کرتا ہے اسے کہتے ہیں ؟

A

مطلع

B

مقطع

C

آخری شعر

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: مقطع

Correct Answer: مقطع

غزل کا وہ آخری شعر جس میں شاعر اپنا ادبی نام (تخلص) استعمال کرے، اسے مقطع کہا جاتا ہے۔

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