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 221:

  What is the major purpose of application software?

  Options:
  A) oversee the running of the computer
  B) utilities
  C) database management
  D) recreation
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 222:

  Which of the following is termed as the minimum error code?

  Options:
  A) binary code
  B) gray code
  C) excess 3 code
  D) octal code
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 223:

  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 224:

  The rules that govern the structure of a command or programming language is called

  Options:
  A) Syntax
  B) Algorithm
  C) Logic
  D) Password
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 225:

  The Domain name of a website is also its__________

  Options:
  A) IP address
  B) TCP address
  C) Database system
  D) Network server
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 226:

  What does ICT stand for?

  Options:
  A) information and community technology
  B) Internet and communication technology
  C) information and communication technology
  D) Internet access communication technologies
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 227:

  The closest computer language to human is ?

  Options:
  A) High level language
  B) Low level language
  C) Machine language
  D) Assembly language
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 228:

  Evaluate ${1011}_2+{122}_4$, leaving your answer in base 10.

  Options:
  A) 37
  B) 51
  C) 47
  D) 73
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 229:

  EDVAC was produced using which of these concepts ?

  Options:
  A) packet routing
  B) stored program
  C) circuit switching
  D) packet switching
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 230:

  Applications on a screen are displayed by __________

  Options:
  A) Cursor
  B) icon
  C) Home screen
  D) App drawer
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  The correct answer is B .