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 211:

  The process of finding and correcting errors in the program code is called ?

  Options:
  A) testing
  B) Debugging
  C) Editing
  D) coding
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 212:

  _______ is the process of finding errors and fixing them within a program.

  Options:
  A) Compiling
  B) Executing
  C) Debugging
  D) Scanning
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 213:

  The super computers are mainly used for

  Options:
  A) Data retrieval operations
  B) Input-output intensive processing
  C) Manipulation of records
  D) Mathematical intensive scientific applications
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 214:

  The binary system has the radix of ________

  Options:
  A) 0
  B) 1
  C) 2
  D) ½
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 215:

  In BASIC, REM shows a statement to be

  Options:
  A) executable statement
  B) un-executable statement
  C) comment
  D) output
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 216:

  Which part of a processor contains the hard ware necessary to perform all the operations required by a computer?

  Options:
  A) Data path
  B) Controller
  C) Registers
  D) Cache
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 217:

  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 218:

  _________ are programmes that affect the effectiveness of a computer system.

  Options:
  A) bugs
  B) virus
  C) anti virus
  D) none of the above
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 219:

  Which of the following is a computer not used for?

  Options:
  A) entertainment
  B) information
  C) social media
  D) none of the above
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 220:

  Which of the below-mentioned reasons do not satisfy the reason why people create a computer virus?

  Options:
  A) protection
  B) Identity theft
  C) pranks
  D) research purpose
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  The correct answer is A .