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 11:

  The first commuters were programed using _________

  Options:
  A) Assembly language
  B) Machine language
  C) Source code
  D) Object code
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 12:

  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 13:

  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 14:

  Computers that are portable and convenient for users who travel are known as _________________

  Options:
  A) Super computers
  B) Laptops
  C) Mini computers
  D) File servers
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 15:

  Which of these is not a programming language

  Options:
  A) HTML
  B) Java
  C) C++
  D) ios
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 16:

  Computer softwares like ios, Ubuntu, Chrome OS, are classified as ___________

  Options:
  A) Computer utilities
  B) System software
  C) Computer application
  D) Application package
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 17:

  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 18:

  Which of the following controls the way in which the computer system functions and provides a means by which users can interact with the computer.

  Options:
  A) CPU
  B) application software
  C) operating system
  D) ALU
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 19:

  CRACKING comes under ___________

  Options:
  A) website service
  B) transcription
  C) computer crime
  D) data security
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 20:

  Files that maintain the hierarchical structure of the file system.

  Options:
  A) Descriptors
  B) Directories
  C) Modifiers
  D) Relative files
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  The correct answer is B .