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:

  An inventory management program can assist with ________

  Options:
  A) distribution
  B) purchasing
  C) planning
  D) all of the above
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 2:

  In computer architecture, the type of bus that connects the major components of a computer system is

  Options:
  A) address
  B) data bus
  C) control bus
  D) system bus
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 3:

  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 4:

  The java interpreter translates a java program from ____________ to machine language.

  Options:
  A) nibble
  B) bit
  C) byte code
  D) high level language
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 5:

  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 6:

  Computer applications are example of ___________

  Options:
  A) Hardware
  B) Computer utilities
  C) Program packages
  D) Software
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 7:

  Binary coded decimals (BCD) numbers express each digit as a ___________

  Options:
  A) byte
  B) nibble
  C) bit
  D) All of the above
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 8:

  What is the etiquette one should follow while working online?

  Options:
  A) Anything goes . . . providing he/she remains anonymous
  B) Netflix
  C) Netiquette
  D) Piracy
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 9:

  The first computer made available for commercial use was

  Options:
  A) UNIVAC
  B) EDSAC
  C) Mark-1
  D) ENIAC
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 10:

  Which of the following system software resides in the main memory always?

  Options:
  A) Text editor
  B) Assembler
  C) Linker
  D) Loader
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  The correct answer is D .