Chapter 3 The Visible PC Competency C Computer Hardware
Understand and evaluate the functions of the parts of a computer. This multiple choice question test comes from Chapter 3 The Visible PC in the text book Mike Meyers' Comp TIA A+ Guide to Managing and Troubleshooting PCs.
- 1.
Which of the following connections can replace all of the mini-audio jacks on a system unit?
- A.
FireWire
- B.
Mini-DIN
- C.
S/PDIF
- D.
VESA
Correct Answer
C. S/PDIFExplanation
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- 2.
A modern keyboard generally connects to which of the following ports?
- A.
FireWire or Mini-DIN
- B.
Mini-DIN or USB
- C.
USB or VESA
- D.
VESA or FireWire
Correct Answer
B. Mini-DIN or USBExplanation
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- 3.
USB Connectors come in which of the following sizes?
- A.
A, B, and Mini A
- B.
A and B
- C.
A, B and Mini B
- D.
Mini A and Mini B
Correct Answer
C. A, B and Mini BExplanation
USB connectors come in three different sizes: A, B, and Mini B. The A-type connector is the most common one and is typically found on computers and hubs. The B-type connector is used for devices such as printers and scanners. The Mini B connector is a smaller version of the B-type connector and is commonly used for older devices like digital cameras and MP3 players. Therefore, the correct answer is A, B, and Mini B.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following devices attaches with a ribbon cable?
- A.
CPU
- B.
CD-ROM drive
- C.
RAM
- D.
Sound Card
Correct Answer
B. CD-ROM driveExplanation
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- 5.
Which of the following devices measure(s) storage capacity in megabytes or gigabytes?
- A.
Floppy disk and hard drives
- B.
NIC
- C.
CPU
- D.
Modem
Correct Answer
A. Floppy disk and hard drivesExplanation
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- 6.
Which of the following devices has enough storage capacity to hold a movie?
- A.
CD-ROM
- B.
CD-R
- C.
CD-RW
- D.
DVD
Correct Answer
D. DVDExplanation
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- 7.
Which of the following connector types enable you to plug a device into them and have the device function without you restarting the computer?
- A.
FireWire and USB
- B.
Mini-DIN and USB
- C.
VESA and FireWire
- D.
VESA and USB
Correct Answer
A. FireWire and USBExplanation
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- 8.
Which of the following ports would you most likely find built into a motherboard?
- A.
A keyboard port
- B.
A DVI port
- C.
An HDMI port
- D.
An RDA port
Correct Answer
A. A keyboard portExplanation
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- 9.
Which of the following connectors is used mostly for external hard drives?
- A.
PATA
- B.
ESATA
- C.
HDMI
- D.
PS/2
Correct Answer
B. ESATAExplanation
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- 10.
Which of the following ports can handle a connection from a monitor?
- A.
DVI
- B.
FireWire
- C.
Mini-DIN
- D.
USB
Correct Answer
A. DVIExplanation
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- 11.
Which of the following ports enables a modern PC to connecto to a network?
- A.
Mini-Audio
- B.
Mini-DIN
- C.
RJ-13
- D.
RJ-45
Correct Answer
D. RJ-45Explanation
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- 12.
Which of the following connectors is used for hard drives?
- A.
Parallel
- B.
SATA
- C.
HDMI
- D.
TTFN
Correct Answer
B. SATAExplanation
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- 13.
Of the following, what do USB and FireWire connections have in common?
- A.
Both are used for connecting keyboards
- B.
Both support dual monitors
- C.
Both support hot-swapping devices
- D.
Both use D-subminiature connectors
Correct Answer
C. Both support hot-swapping devicesExplanation
USB and FireWire connections have in common the ability to support hot-swapping devices. This means that devices can be connected or disconnected without having to restart the computer or interrupt its operation. Hot-swapping is a convenient feature that allows for easy and seamless connection and disconnection of peripherals, making it possible to add or remove devices without causing any disruption to the system.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which devices enable you to select graphical items on a graphical screen?
- A.
Mouse and Touchball
- B.
Touchball and Trackball
- C.
Mouse and Trackball
- D.
Mouse and Modem
Correct Answer
C. Mouse and TrackballExplanation
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- 15.
Which device traditionally used a 2-row, 15-pin DB Connector (though current models connect through USB)?
- A.
Joystick
- B.
Keyboard
- C.
Mouse
- D.
Printer
Correct Answer
A. JoystickExplanation
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