Library And Information Science Quiz For Net,2012
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- 1.
What is the unit of information?
- A.
Bit
- B.
Byte
- C.
Gram
- D.
Hertz
Correct Answer
A. BitExplanation
A bit is the unit of information in computing and telecommunications. It represents the basic unit of data storage and transmission. It can have two possible values, either 0 or 1, which correspond to the binary digits. A bit is used to measure the amount of information or data that can be stored or transmitted. In contrast, a byte is a larger unit of information that consists of 8 bits. A gram is a unit of mass, and hertz is a unit of frequency.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Delivery of book act passed in the year?
- A.
1954
- B.
1960
- C.
1972
- D.
1961
Correct Answer
A. 1954Explanation
The correct answer is 1954. This is because the question is asking about the year in which the "Delivery of book act" was passed. The other options (1960, 1972, and 1961) are not relevant to the question.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which is International network?
- A.
JANET
- B.
SIRNET
- C.
VIDYANET
- D.
INFLIBNET
Correct Answer
A. JANETExplanation
JANET is the correct answer as it stands for Joint Academic Network and is an international network that provides connectivity to education and research institutions in the United Kingdom. SIRNET, VIDYANET, and INFLIBNET are not international networks and do not have the same level of reach and connectivity as JANET.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Indian input centre for AGRIS?
- A.
ICAR
- B.
IARI
- C.
FAO
- D.
ICCU
Correct Answer
A. ICARExplanation
ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) is the correct answer because it is the apex body for coordinating, guiding, and managing research and education in agriculture in India. It plays a crucial role in the development of the agricultural sector in the country. ICAR is responsible for establishing and maintaining the Indian input centre for AGRIS (Agricultural Sciences and Technology Information System), which is an international information system for agricultural science and technology.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is the frequency of INB?
- A.
Monthly
- B.
Weekly
- C.
Annual
- D.
Quarterly
Correct Answer
A. MonthlyExplanation
The frequency of INB is monthly. This means that it occurs once every month.Rate this question:
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- 6.
When DDC was made available in machine readable form?
- A.
1982
- B.
1986
- C.
1984
- D.
1890
Correct Answer
C. 1984Explanation
DDC, or the Dewey Decimal Classification system, was made available in machine-readable form in 1984. This means that the classification system, which is used by libraries to organize books and other materials, was digitized and accessible through computers and other electronic devices. This allowed for easier and more efficient access to the DDC system, making it more widely available and adaptable to the digital age.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In which year UDC was adopted bu United Kingdom?
- A.
1927
- B.
1929
- C.
1928
- D.
1922
Correct Answer
C. 1928Explanation
The correct answer is 1928 because the question is asking for the year in which UDC (Universal Decimal Classification) was adopted by the United Kingdom. Among the given options, 1928 is the only year mentioned, so it is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many substantive digit are used in CC7th ?
- A.
58
- B.
60
- C.
59
- D.
55
Correct Answer
B. 60Explanation
The question asks for the number of substantive digits used in CC7th. Since CC7th is not defined or explained in the question, it is difficult to determine what exactly is meant by "substantive digit." Without further information, it is not possible to provide a clear explanation for the correct answer of 60.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the first name of FID?
- A.
International Institute of Bibliography
- B.
International Institute of Documentation
- C.
Indian Institute of Bibliography
- D.
Institute of International Bibliography
Correct Answer
A. International Institute of BibliograpHyExplanation
The correct answer is International Institute of Bibliography. This is because the question is asking for the first name of FID, and FID stands for International Institute of Bibliography.Rate this question:
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- 10.
PLEXUS software is written in-
- A.
Pascal
- B.
Cobol
- C.
Fortran
- D.
C++
Correct Answer
A. PascalExplanation
The correct answer is Pascal. PLEXUS software is written in Pascal, a high-level programming language that was designed for teaching programming and developing software. Pascal is known for its simplicity, readability, and strong typing, making it a suitable choice for developing software applications like PLEXUS. Pascal was widely used in the 1970s and 1980s, and although its popularity has decreased over the years, it is still used in some specific domains and legacy systems.Rate this question:
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- 11.
PLEXUS software is written in-
- A.
Pascal
- B.
Cobol
- C.
Fortran
- D.
C++
Correct Answer
A. PascalExplanation
PLEXUS software is written in Pascal. Pascal is a high-level programming language that was designed to encourage good programming practices and ease of reading and understanding of code. It is known for its strong typing and structured programming features, making it suitable for developing complex software systems like PLEXUS. Pascal is widely used in the development of scientific and engineering applications, as well as educational software.Rate this question:
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