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 31:

  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 32:

  The two types of operating system are

  Options:
  A) command line and graphical user interface
  B) translators and assemblers
  C) system software and application software
  D) UNIX and LINUX
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 33:

  The end users are able to operate at the _______ tier.

  Options:
  A) model
  B) application
  C) data
  D) presentation
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 34:

  System software can further be classified into two. Operating software and ______________ software

  Options:
  A) Utility
  B) Storage
  C) Anti virus
  D) File management system
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 35:

  ___ is the type of computer that is designed to operate on two states, 0 and 1.

  Options:
  A) Analog computer
  B) Hybrid computer
  C) Digital computer
  D) micro computer
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 36:

  Who invented the Napier Bones

  Options:
  A) John Napier
  B) Samuel Napier
  C) Joseph Jacquard
  D) Charles Babbage
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 37:

  Sensitive data can be protected from prying eyes using _________

  Options:
  A) File permissions
  B) File locks
  C) passwords
  D) encryption
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 38:

  Large computers are classified as

  Options:
  A) desktops
  B) micro computers
  C) mini computers
  D) mainframe computers
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 39:

  How are the stages of SDLC implemented?

  Options:
  A) Randomly, without overlapping
  B) sequentially, without overlapping
  C) sequentially with overlapping
  D) randomly with overlapping.
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 40:

  Which of the following is not a stage of system development cycle?

  Options:
  A) Design
  B) Test running
  C) Implementation
  D) Observation
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  The correct answer is D .