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 51:

  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 52:

  What is the shortcut key to "undo" last action on a Microsoft word page?

  Options:
  A) Ctrl + A
  B) Ctrl + U
  C) Ctrl + X
  D) Ctrl + Z
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 53:

  In the files, if order of operation on two or more files are similar, then operation will be

  Options:
  A) complex
  B) simple
  C) sequential
  D) combinational
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 54:

  The major function of a Database management system is _______________

  Options:
  A) Virus detection
  B) Cyber security
  C) Manipulation of data in a data base
  D) Store large data
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 55:

  A light sensitive device that converts drawing, printed text or other images into digital form is

  Options:
  A) keyboard
  B) Plotter
  C) Scanner
  D) OMR
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 56:

  The type of computers that are designed to perform complex calculations extremely rapidly are called ?

  Options:
  A) supercomputer
  B) micro computers
  C) laptops
  D) mainframe computer
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 57:

  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 58:

  The default file extension for PowerPoint version 2007 and newer is ?

  Options:
  A) .ppxt
  B) .pps
  C) .ppt
  D) .pptx
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 59:

  Which of the following system software resides in the main memory always?

  Options:
  A) Text editor
  B) Assembler
  C) Linker
  D) Loader
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 60:

  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 .