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 71:

  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 72:

  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 73:

  The function of an assembler is to _________

  Options:
  A) convert basic language to machine language
  B) convert high level language to machine language
  C) convert assembly language to machine language
  D) convert assembly language into high level language
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 74:

  Total types of data that can be read by document reader are

  Options:
  A) marks
  B) handwritten and printed characters
  C) printed lines
  D) all of the above
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 75:

  What is the primary purpose of Microsoft Excel?

  Options:
  A) To write essays
  B) To show a slide presentation
  C) To solve problems involving numbers
  D) To keep students updated in the latest Microsoft Office product
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 76:

  Storage which retains data after power cut off is called.

  Options:
  A) Volatile storage
  B) Non-volatile storage
  C) Sequential storage
  D) Direct storage
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 77:

  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 78:

  When does the output of a NOR gate =0?

  Options:
  A) whenever 0 is present at input
  B) only when all input =0
  C) whenever 1 is present at input
  D) only when all input =1.
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 79:

  Hexadecimal numbers are a mixture of

  Options:
  A) Octal and decimal numbers
  B) Binary and octal numbers
  C) Letters and decimal digits
  D) Binary and decimal numbers
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 80:

  Which of these commands will reboot the computer ?

  Options:
  A) Ctrl + Alt + Del
  B) Ctrl + Del
  C) Ctrl + Alt + C
  D) Ctrl + Alt
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  The correct answer is A .