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Q561.To prevent an image or graphic from stretching or distorting when you resize it in Word, which setting should be selected?
Correct Answer: C
Locking the aspect ratio maintains the proportional ratio between width and height, preventing the image from becoming distorted when resized.
Q562.The popular multimedia framework and playback software 'Quick Time' was developed by which company?
Correct Answer: B
QuickTime is a proprietary extensible multimedia framework capable of handling digital video, audio, and images, developed by Apple Inc.
Q563.Which central hardware component is responsible for controlling and coordinating all parts of a computer system?
Correct Answer: A
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) serves as the primary 'brain' of the computer, housing the CU and ALU to manage all system execution.
Q564.Which of the following is the odd one out in terms of computer hardware and software classifications?
Correct Answer: B
Floppy disks and CD/DVDs are secondary storage media (hardware), whereas BIOS is a system firmware program (software).
Q565.A specialized program containing instructions to operate, control, and communicate with a specific attached hardware device is called a ______?
Correct Answer: A
A device driver acts as a translator between the operating system and a specific hardware component (like a printer or scanner).
Q566.Move the original text from one place to another by using which operation?
Correct Answer: B
Cut and Paste is the standard computer operation used to move selected text. 'Cut' removes the text from its original location and saves it in the clipboard, while 'Paste' places it in the new location.
Q567.A hybrid computer uses which device to convert digital signals from a computer into analog signals?
Correct Answer: A
A hybrid computer (which combines digital and analog features) uses a modem (specifically its modulator component) to convert its internal digital signals into analog signals suitable for transmission over analog telephone wires.
Q568.In spreadsheet programs, C11 and D29 are examples of what?
Correct Answer: A
C11 and D29 represent cell addresses (or cell references). A cell address uniquely identifies a cell's coordinates at the intersection of a vertical column letter (C or D) and a horizontal row number (11 or 29).
Q569.What does the abbreviation HDMI stand for in multimedia electronics?
Correct Answer: C
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. It is a proprietary digital interface designed to transmit uncompressed audio and video streams between high-definition devices.
Q570.Which command is typed into the Run dialog box (Win + R) to open the Command Prompt in Windows?
Correct Answer: B
Typing 'cmd' in the Run dialog box and pressing Enter launches the Windows Command Prompt, which is the default command-line interface for executing text-based commands.
Q571.What happens to an active program window when a user selects the 'Minimize' command?
Correct Answer: C
Minimizing a program does not exit or close it. Instead, it hides the active window from the desktop and keeps it running in the background, represented as an icon on the taskbar.
Q572.Which computer component connects physical peripherals like printers and keyboards to the system?
Correct Answer: C
Input/Output (I/O) ports (such as USB, parallel, serial, or PS/2 ports) serve as physical interfaces on the computer chassis to connect external peripherals.
Q573.What does the abbreviation DPI stand for in imaging and printing?
Correct Answer: C
DPI stands for Dots Per Inch. It measures the physical resolution or density of ink droplets a printer or image setter can produce within one linear inch.
Q574.In which application software is a Curriculum Vitae (CV) most commonly drafted and created?
Correct Answer: A
Microsoft Word is the standard word processing application suite used globally to write, structure, and format resumes and CVs.
Q575.Which of the following is non-volatile memory that contains permanent computer startup instructions that cannot be modified?
Correct Answer: C
Read-Only Memory (ROM) is non-volatile memory that permanently stores hardware boot instructions (firmware) that cannot be altered or erased.
Q576.An application program that allows a user to edit text, set page numbers, and run spell checks is a ______?
Correct Answer: C
A word processor is a sophisticated text application (like MS Word) that provides page numbers, spell checking, and formatting.
Q577.In data processing, what represents the processed, structured, and meaningful output given by a computer?
Correct Answer: C
Information is data that has been processed, organized, and structured, providing context and value to the user.
Q578.Which component connects to the motherboard to distribute electrical power to all different parts of a computer?
Correct Answer: A
The Power Supply Unit (PSU) connects to the motherboard and converts AC mains electricity into regulated DC power for the CPU, RAM, and storage drives.
Q579.What are hardware components in computing?
Correct Answer: C
Hardware components are the physical, tangible parts of a computer system (e.g., motherboard, CPU, chassis, and keyboard) that you can physically touch.
Q580.Which computer component is responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations?
Correct Answer: A
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) executes software instructions and performs calculations, acting as the primary processor ('brain') of the computer.