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 121:

  If the control unit controls other units of the CPU, which unit stores instructions,data and intermediate results.

  Options:
  A) Memory unit
  B) Arithmetic section
  C) Control unit
  D) Logic section
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 122:

  What does CO stand for in COBOL?

  Options:
  A) common object
  B) common
  C) computer oriented
  D) common operating
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 123:

  The term used to describe when new information replaces old information or data is

  Options:
  A) file loss
  B) delete
  C) re-write
  D) overwrite
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 124:

  The arrow displayed on the screen of a computer is called

  Options:
  A) Pointer
  B) Arrow
  C) Cursor
  D) Indicator
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 125:

  The acronym IP address has its full meaning to be _________

  Options:
  A) Internet protocol
  B) Internet password
  C) International processing
  D) Internet processing
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 126:

  The last cycle of data processing where data and information are preserved for future is called

  Options:
  A) processing
  B) recording
  C) storage
  D) output
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 127:

  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 128:

  At least how many keys is a keyboard made up of?

  Options:
  A) 105
  B) 107
  C) 101
  D) 103
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 129:

  A set of programs that direct computers to perform specific information processing activities for end users is

  Options:
  A) System software
  B) Operating System
  C) Application software
  D) Translators
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 130:

  Translators are type of ?

  Options:
  A) System software
  B) Operating system
  C) Utility programs
  D) Application software
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  The correct answer is A .