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Q981.A collection of related fields is called _____?
Correct Answer: A
A record (or row/tuple) is a collection of related fields (or attributes) describing a single database entity.
Q982.Which of the following is used to describe the characteristics of an object?
Correct Answer: C
An attribute describes the characteristics or properties of an object or entity (e.g., name, age, color) in a database system.
Q983.The arranging of data in logical sequence is called ______?
Correct Answer: A
Sorting refers to the process of arranging data in a specific logical sequence (such as ascending or descending numerical or alphabetical order).
Q984.A collection of raw facts and figure is called _____?
Correct Answer: B
Data refers to raw facts, figures, and symbols that have not yet been processed. Once data is processed and organized meaningfully, it becomes information.
Q985.Which of the following is the fastest communication mode?
Correct Answer: B
Full Duplex allows simultaneous two-way communication, making it the fastest and most efficient data transmission mode compared to Simplex or Half Duplex.
Q986.Which storage device offers the highest speed?
Correct Answer: B
Solid State Drives (SSDs) use flash memory chips and have no moving parts, offering significantly faster data access, boot times, and read/write speeds than HDDs or CDs.
Q987.A CD is read by a laser beam using ______?
Correct Answer: B
A Compact Disc (CD) is an optical storage medium that is read by a laser beam inside an optical disc drive.
Q988.Which of the following types of software helps a computer run smoothly?
Correct Answer: B
System software (such as the operating system and drivers) manages hardware resources and provides a platform for applications, ensuring the computer runs smoothly.
Q989.The binary equivalent of decimal 13 is ______?
Correct Answer: A
To convert decimal 13 to binary: 13/2 = 6 rem 1, 6/2 = 3 rem 0, 3/2 = 1 rem 1, 1/2 = 0 rem 1. Reading remainders bottom-up gives 1101.
Q990.Which number system is generally adapted in a typical 32-bit computer?
Correct Answer: C
Digital computers naturally operate on the binary (base-2) number system using states of 0 (off) and 1 (on) to process and store all data.
Q991.Which of the following is the fifth layer of the OSI model?
Correct Answer: A
The fifth layer of the 7-layer OSI model is the Session Layer, which is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and terminating communication sessions between applications.
Q992.Which of the following is/are NOT a characteristic of a computer?
Correct Answer: D
Computers lack any conscious understanding, feelings, IQ, or native intelligence; they operate strictly on human-programmed instructions.
Q993.Which of the following is the collection of related records?
Correct Answer: C
In a relational database, a Table is a structured collection of related records (rows) organized into fields (columns).
Q994.Which parts of the computer perform arithmetic calculations?
Correct Answer: B
The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) is the CPU component that performs all arithmetic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication) and logical comparisons.
Q995.To print and view a document, which option is used?
Correct Answer: B
Print Preview is the option used to view exactly how a document layout, margins, and text will appear on paper before running the physical print job.
Q996.Endorsement is a means of communication for?
Correct Answer: B
An endorsement is a formal expression of backing, approval, or recommendation for a document, product, policy, or candidate.
Q997.When one computer provides services to another computer, this concept is known as ______?
Correct Answer: B
The client/server model represents a network structure where a central computer (server) processes and provides services, files, or resources to requesting computers (clients).
Q998.What is the purpose of the recycle bin in a computer?
Correct Answer: A
The Recycle Bin temporarily holds deleted files and folders, providing a safety net so users can restore them if deleted by mistake.
Q999.Software, such as Explorer and Firefox, is referred to as _____?
Correct Answer: C
Web browsers (such as Microsoft Internet Explorer/Edge or Mozilla Firefox) are application software designed for specific user-oriented tasks like browsing the web.
Q1000.The standard format of official correspondence in the federal government begins with ______?
Correct Answer: C
Standard official correspondence in the federal government begins with a Subject Line stating the document's purpose and an official Reference Number for proper tracking and filing.