Computer-Studies Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

Computer Studies covers general knowledge of computers, computing terms, and technologies. It focuses on building interest and confidence in using computers.

• Question 1:

  A set of moral principles that regulate the use of computers is called

  Options:
  A) cyber security guidelines
  B) computer ethics
  C) computer safety laws
  D) computer rules
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 2:

  Microsoft PowerPoint is a ________________ application

  Options:
  A) presentation software
  B) graphing
  C) productivity software
  D) gaming
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 3:

  Which program translates programs to a simpler language that the computer can execute.

  Options:
  A) Compiler
  B) Interpreter
  C) Processor
  D) algorithm
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 4:

  Which of the following is not a type of logic gate

  Options:
  A) XOR
  B) OR
  C) AND
  D) DOR
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 5:

  What is the difference between internal and external modem

  Options:
  A) external modems are PCI or ISA expansion cards while internal modems are traditionally plug into a serial port on the computer.
  B) internal modems are PCI or ISA expansion cards while external modems are traditionally plug into a serial port on the computer.
  C) external modems are PCI or ISA expansion cards while internal modems are USB modems
  D) they are PCI or ISA expansion cards
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 6:

  What is the permanent memory built into your computer called?

  Options:
  A) RAM
  B) ROM
  C) CPU
  D) CD-ROM
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 7:

  One of the following is not a good way to prevent virus.

  Options:
  A) encryption
  B) use of firewall
  C) carelessly exposing your vital and personal information
  D) use of antivirus software
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 8:

  The type of database in which the data are connected in different files by using common data elements or a key field is ?

  Options:
  A) Relational database
  B) Network database
  C) Hierarchical database
  D) Object-oriented database
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 9:

  Which of these commands will reboot the computer ?

  Options:
  A) Ctrl + Alt + Del
  B) Ctrl + Del
  C) Ctrl + Alt + C
  D) Ctrl + Alt
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 10:

  What type of errors occurs when the program is asked to implement an impossible task such as dividing a number by zero?

  Options:
  A) Syntax error
  B) Runtime error
  C) Logical error
  D) Arithmetic error
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  The correct answer is B .