Computer MCQ's For JKSSB Exams
Computer MCQ's For JKSSB Exams
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✓ Wikipedia
✓ AI
✓ Computer Fundamentals by PK Sinha
✓ Oliveboard Computer
✓ Arihant Computer Book
1. What is a computer?
• Answer: A computer is an electronic device that processes data and performs tasks
according to a set of instructions (programs).
2. What are the main components of a computer?
• Answer: The main components are:
1. Input devices (e.g., keyboard, mouse)
2. Output devices (e.g., monitor, printer)
3. Central Processing Unit (CPU)
4. Storage devices (e.g., hard drive, SSD)
3. What is the full form of CPU?
• Answer: Central Processing Unit.
4. What is the function of the CPU?
• Answer: The CPU performs arithmetic and logical operations, controls data flow, and
processes instructions.
5. What are the types of software?
• Answer: The two main types of software are:
1. System Software (e.g., Operating Systems)
2. Application Software (e.g., Word processors, browsers)
6. What is an operating system?
• Answer: An operating system is software that manages computer hardware and
software resources and provides services for computer programs.
7. Name some common operating systems.
• Answer: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS.
8. What is a computer virus?
• Answer: A computer virus is a malicious program that can replicate itself and spread
from one computer to another, often causing harm.
9. Which generation of computers is known for using the silicon chip as a major
component?
a) First generation
b) Second generation
c) Third generation
d) Fourth generation
Answer: d) Fourth generation
10. What technology is primarily associated with the fourth generation of computers?
a) Vacuum tubes
b) Transistors
c) Microprocessors
d) Integrated circuits
Answer: c) Microprocessors
11. Which generation of computers used punched cards and paper tapes for input and
output?
a) First generation
b) Second generation
c) Third generation
d) Fourth generation
Answer: a) First generation
12. What was the size of computers in the first generation?
a) Large and bulky
b) Compact
c) Portable
d) Handheld
Answer: a) Large and bulky
13. Which of the following is the main feature of the second generation of computers?
a) Use of integrated circuits
b) Use of vacuum tubes
c) Use of transistors
d) Use of artificial intelligence
Answer: c) Use of transistors
19. Which generation of computers is best known for the development of very large-
scale integration (VLSI)?
a) First generation
b) Second generation
c) Third generation
d) Fourth generation
Answer: d) Fourth generation
20. The term "fifth generation computers" refers to which type of systems?
a) Computers based on advanced programming languages
b) Computers focused on solving real-world problems through AI
c) Computers that use transistors and microchips
d) Computers that require large rooms for installation
Answer: b) Computers focused on solving real-world problems through AI
21. Which generation of computers saw the introduction of floppy disks?
a) First generation
b) Second generation
c) Third generation
d) Fourth generation
Answer: c) Third generation
22. Which of the following statements is true about the fifth generation of computers?
a) They use microprocessors
b) They are primarily designed for scientific calculations
c) They incorporate artificial intelligence
d) They use vacuum tubes
Answer: c) They incorporate artificial intelligence
23. The development of the personal computer (PC) is mainly associated with which
generation of computers?
a) First generation
b) Second generation
c) Third generation
d) Fourth generation
Answer: d) Fourth generation
44. Which of the following technologies emerged during the fifth generation of
computers?
a) Use of vacuum tubes
b) Use of microprocessors
c) Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
d) Use of transistors
Answer: c) Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
45. Which generation of computers is associated with the development of personal
computers (PCs)?
a) First generation
b) Second generation
c) Third generation
d) Fourth generation
Answer: d) Fourth generation
46. In which generation was the concept of quantum computing introduced?
a) First generation
b) Second generation
c) Third generation
d) Fifth generation
Answer: d) Fifth generation
47. Which of the following was the first computer to use transistors?
a) ENIAC
b) UNIVAC
c) IBM 1401
d) IBM 360
Answer: c) IBM 1401 (Second generation)
48. What was the main benefit of using transistors over vacuum tubes in second-
generation computers?
a) Lower cost
b) Smaller size and lower heat generation
c) Faster processing speed
d) More complex programming capabilities
Answer: b) Smaller size and lower heat generation
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23. Which of the following is the main function of the computer's power supply unit?
a) To increase the speed of processing
b) To convert electrical power to the appropriate form for the computer's components
c) To connect peripheral devices
d) To store programs
Answer: b) To convert electrical power to the appropriate form for the computer's components
24. Which of the following is a secondary storage device?
a) RAM
b) CPU
c) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
d) Cache
Answer: c) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
25. What does the term "gigabyte" refer to?
a) A unit of memory
b) A unit of processor speed
c) A type of storage medium
d) A unit of data transmission speed
Answer: a) A unit of memory
26. Which of the following is a type of volatile memory?
a) RAM
b) ROM
c) Hard Disk
d) Flash Drive
Answer: a) RAM
27. Which of the following is used to display the output of a computer?
a) Monitor
b) Keyboard
c) Scanner
d) Microphone
Answer: a) Monitor
13. Which of the following storage devices is used in optical storage technology?
a) USB Drive
b) Hard Disk Drive
c) CD/DVD
d) SSD
Answer: c) CD/DVD
14. What does HDD stand for?
a) Hard Disk Drive
b) High Definition Drive
c) High Data Drive
d) Hard Data Drive
Answer: a) Hard Disk Drive
15. What is the maximum capacity of a typical USB flash drive?
a) 1 GB
b) 8 GB
c) 256 GB
d) 2 TB
Answer: c) 256 GB
16. Which of the following is a storage device that uses laser technology to read and
write data?
a) Blu-ray Disc
b) Hard Disk
c) Flash Drive
d) RAM
Answer: a) Blu-ray Disc
17. What is the main difference between a hard disk and a solid-state drive (SSD)?
a) SSDs use flash memory while hard disks use magnetic storage
b) Hard disks are more expensive than SSDs
c) SSDs have slower read/write speeds
d) Hard disks are more reliable than SSDs
Answer: a) SSDs use flash memory while hard disks use magnetic storage
17. Which of the following input devices is used to capture the fingerprint of a person?
a) Keyboard
b) Scanner
c) Fingerprint scanner
d) Webcam
Answer: c) Fingerprint scanner
18. Which of the following is an output device that can produce sound?
a) Speaker
b) Printer
c) Scanner
d) Mouse
Answer: a) Speaker
19. Which device is primarily used to display the output of a computer?
a) Mouse
b) Monitor
c) Keyboard
d) Printer
Answer: b) Monitor
20. Which of the following is used to input drawings or designs into a computer?
a) Keyboard
b) Mouse
c) Graphics Tablet
d) Printer
Answer: c) Graphics Tablet
21. Which of the following devices is used for converting printed text into a digital
format?
a) Monitor
b) Scanner
c) Printer
d) Keyboard
Answer: b) Scanner
22. Which of the following is an example of an output device that uses paper to display
data?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Keyboard
Answer: b) Printer
23. Which of the following is used to measure the pressure or force on a surface?
a) Mouse
b) Graphics Tablet
c) Microphone
d) Touchpad
Answer: b) Graphics Tablet
24. Which of the following is an input device used to read barcodes?
a) Keyboard
b) Barcode Scanner
c) Printer
d) Monitor
Answer: b) Barcode Scanner
25. Which of the following is a type of optical storage device?
a) Hard Disk Drive
b) DVD
c) Flash Drive
d) RAM
Answer: b) DVD
26. Which of the following is an example of an input device?
a) Printer
b) Monitor
c) Mouse
d) Speaker
Answer: c) Mouse
32. Which of the following is an example of an input device used for taking
photographs?
a) Digital Camera
b) Printer
c) Projector
d) Scanner
Answer: a) Digital Camera
33. Which of the following is a type of impact printer?
a) Laser Printer
b) Inkjet Printer
c) Dot Matrix Printer
d) Thermal Printer
Answer: c) Dot Matrix Printer
34. Which of the following devices is used for displaying sound from a computer?
a) Monitor
b) Speaker
c) Printer
d) Keyboard
Answer: b) Speaker
35. Which of the following devices is used to input hand-written text into a computer?
a) Scanner
b) Graphics Tablet
c) Keyboard
d) Monitor
Answer: b) Graphics Tablet
36. Which of the following is an input device that can scan documents and convert
them into digital data?
a) Printer
b) Scanner
c) Speaker
d) Monitor
Answer: b) Scanner
37. Which of the following is an example of an output device that provides sound
output?
a) Headphones
b) Microphone
c) Scanner
d) Mouse
Answer: a) Headphones
38. Which of the following is a device used to input text into the computer?
a) Monitor
b) Keyboard
c) Speaker
d) Printer
Answer: b) Keyboard
39. Which device is used for converting digital signals into analog signals for
transmission over phone lines?
a) Modem
b) Printer
c) Microphone
d) Webcam
Answer: a) Modem
40. Which of the following devices is used to convert a video signal into a digital
format?
a) Digital Camera
b) Webcam
c) Video Capture Card
d) Microphone
Answer: c) Video Capture Card
41. Which of the following is the main function of a printer?
a) To display visual output
b) To print hard copies of documents
c) To scan documents
d) To enter data
Answer: b) To print hard copies of documents
42. Which of the following is a popular type of output device used to display
information on a screen?
a) Laser Printer
b) Monitor
c) Keyboard
d) Mouse
Answer: b) Monitor
43. Which of the following is the most commonly used type of input device?
a) Scanner
b) Mouse
c) Printer
d) Keyboard
Answer: d) Keyboard
44. Which of the following is NOT a type of input device?
a) Joystick
b) Microphone
c) Printer
d) Webcam
Answer: c) Printer
45. Which of the following devices is used to capture sound for input into a computer?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Microphone
d) Webcam
Answer: c) Microphone
46. What is the primary function of a scanner?
a) To output images
b) To print documents
c) To input images or text into the computer
d) To process images
Answer: c) To input images or text into the computer
5. Which of the following options can be used to adjust the spacing between lines in
Microsoft Word?
a) Paragraph dialog box
b) Style dialog box
c) Font dialog box
d) Format Painter
Answer: a) Paragraph dialog box
6. In Microsoft Word, what does the "Ctrl + B" shortcut do?
a) Bold the selected text
b) Open the bold menu
c) Italicize the selected text
d) Underline the selected text
Answer: a) Bold the selected text
7. Which tab is used to insert pictures in Microsoft Word?
a) Insert
b) Home
c) View
d) Page Layout
Answer: a) Insert
8. Which of the following options in Microsoft Excel can be used to calculate the sum
of numbers?
a) AVERAGE()
b) SUM()
c) COUNT()
d) MAX()
Answer: b) SUM()
9. In Excel, which of the following functions will return the current date and time?
a) TODAY()
b) NOW()
c) DATE()
d) TIME()
Answer: b) NOW()
10. Which shortcut key is used to bold the selected text in Excel?
a) Ctrl + I
b) Ctrl + U
c) Ctrl + B
d) Ctrl + S
Answer: c) Ctrl + B
11. In Excel, what is the default number of worksheets in a new workbook?
a) 1
b) 3
c) 5
d) 10
Answer: b) 3
12. What does the term "cell reference" in Excel mean?
a) A unique identifier for each worksheet
b) A combination of row and column where data is stored
c) The color code for a cell
d) A comment attached to a cell
Answer: b) A combination of row and column where data is stored
13. Which of the following is NOT a valid data type in Excel?
a) Text
b) Date
c) Currency
d) Image
Answer: d) Image
14. Which option is used to insert a new slide in Microsoft PowerPoint?
a) Ctrl + N
b) Ctrl + M
c) Ctrl + P
d) Ctrl + S
Answer: b) Ctrl + M
20. Which of the following file extensions is associated with PowerPoint presentations?
a) .docx
b) .pptx
c) .xlsx
d) .txt
Answer: b) .pptx
21. In Microsoft Excel, which function is used to calculate the average of a range of
numbers?
a) AVERAGE()
b) SUM()
c) COUNT()
d) MIN()
Answer: a) AVERAGE()
22. Which tab in Excel is used to insert a chart?
a) Home
b) Data
c) Review
d) Insert
Answer: d) Insert
23. In Excel, what symbol is used to begin a formula?
a) &
b) *
c) =
d) +
Answer: c) =
24. Which of the following is used to sort data in Excel?
a) Filter
b) Pivot Table
c) Sort & Filter
d) Conditional Formatting
Answer: c) Sort & Filter
25. Which of the following is NOT available in the "Insert" tab in Microsoft Word?
a) Table
b) Picture
c) Page Number
d) Header
Answer: d) Header
26. Which key is used to start a new paragraph in Microsoft Word?
a) Shift
b) Enter
c) Spacebar
d) Tab
Answer: b) Enter
27. In PowerPoint, what does the "Slide Sorter" view allow you to do?
a) Sort slides
b) Preview the presentation
c) Edit slide text
d) Organize and arrange slides
Answer: d) Organize and arrange slides
28. Which feature in Microsoft Word is used to correct spelling errors?
a) AutoCorrect
b) Grammar Check
c) Spell Check
d) Thesaurus
Answer: a) AutoCorrect
29. What is the function of "Track Changes" in Microsoft Word?
a) Highlight the text
b) Track edits and revisions made to the document
c) Check spelling and grammar errors
d) Format the document
Answer: b) Track edits and revisions made to the document
35. Which of the following is the correct order of steps to create a chart in Excel?
a) Select data > Insert > Choose Chart
b) Choose Chart > Select data > Insert
c) Insert > Choose Chart > Select data
d) Select data > Choose Chart > Insert
Answer: a) Select data > Insert > Choose Chart
36. Which key is used to open the "Find and Replace" dialog box in Microsoft Word?
a) Ctrl + F
b) Ctrl + R
c) Ctrl + H
d) Ctrl + S
Answer: a) Ctrl + F
37. Which tab contains the "Change Case" option in Microsoft Word?
a) Home
b) Insert
c) Page Layout
d) Review
Answer: a) Home
38. Which function is used to find the largest value in a range of cells in Excel?
a) MIN()
b) MAX()
c) SUM()
d) AVERAGE()
Answer: b) MAX()
39. What is the default font size in a new Word document?
a) 10
b) 12
c) 14
d) 16
Answer: b) 12
40. Which of the following is the shortcut key to open the File tab in Excel?
a) Alt + F
b) Ctrl + F
c) Ctrl + S
d) Alt + E
Answer: a) Alt + F
41. What function in Excel returns the current date?
a) NOW()
b) TODAY()
c) DATE()
d) TIME()
Answer: b) TODAY()
42. Which of the following options can be used to remove a slide in PowerPoint?
a) Right-click on the slide and choose "Delete"
b) Press the Delete key
c) Use the "Remove Slide" option in the Home tab
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
43. Which tab in Microsoft Excel contains the "Insert Function" option?
a) Formulas
b) Home
c) Data
d) View
Answer: a) Formulas
44. In PowerPoint, what is the term for predefined styles of slides?
a) Themes
b) Layouts
c) Templates
d) Designs
Answer: b) Layouts
45. In Microsoft Word, which tab would you use to insert a table?
a) Insert
b) Page Layout
c) Design
d) View
Answer: a) Insert
46. Which option in Microsoft Word helps to format text as superscript or subscript?
a) Font dialog box
b) Paragraph dialog box
c) Character dialog box
d) Page Layout dialog box
Answer: a) Font dialog box
47. In Excel, how do you create a new worksheet?
a) Right-click on a worksheet tab and select "Insert"
b) Press Ctrl + N
c) Use the Insert tab
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
48. Which tab is used for setting up the page in Microsoft Word?
a) Insert
b) Home
c) Page Layout
d) Review
Answer: c) Page Layout
49. Which of the following is used to insert a footnote in Word?
a) References tab
b) Insert tab
c) Layout tab
d) View tab
Answer: a) References tab
50. Which of the following keyboard shortcuts is used to open a new document in
Word?
a) Ctrl + N
b) Ctrl + O
c) Ctrl + P
d) Ctrl + S
Answer: a) Ctrl + N
51. In Excel, what is the shortcut key to add a new worksheet?
a) Ctrl + N
b) Shift + F11
c) Ctrl + W
d) Alt + N
Answer: b) Shift + F11
52. Which of the following is used to merge two or more cells in Excel?
a) Format Painter
b) Merge & Center
c) Grouping
d) Split Cells
Answer: b) Merge & Center
53. In PowerPoint, which tab is used to apply transitions to slides?
a) Design
b) Home
c) Insert
d) Transitions
Answer: d) Transitions
54. What is the default extension of a file created in Microsoft Excel 2016?
a) .pptx
b) .docx
c) .xlsx
d) .csv
Answer: c) .xlsx
80. Which of the following options is used to insert a symbol in Microsoft Word?
a) Insert Tab > Symbol
b) Home Tab > Font
c) Page Layout Tab > Symbols
d) Review Tab > Spelling & Grammar
Answer: a) Insert Tab > Symbol
81. Which of the following actions will center align text in Word?
a) Ctrl + C
b) Ctrl + E
c) Ctrl + L
d) Ctrl + R
Answer: b) Ctrl + E
82. In Excel, what is the keyboard shortcut for printing?
a) Ctrl + P
b) Ctrl + S
c) Ctrl + F
d) Ctrl + I
Answer: a) Ctrl + P
83. Which of the following is used to create a chart in Excel?
a) Insert Tab
b) Data Tab
c) View Tab
d) Review Tab
Answer: a) Insert Tab
84. In PowerPoint, how can you add a hyperlink to a slide?
a) Insert Tab > Hyperlink
b) Home Tab > Link
c) View Tab > Hyperlink
d) Format Tab > Hyperlink
Answer: a) Insert Tab > Hyperlink
85. What is the keyboard shortcut to select all text in Microsoft Word?
a) Ctrl + A
b) Ctrl + C
c) Ctrl + X
d) Ctrl + V
Answer: a) Ctrl + A
86. In Excel, which function is used to calculate the number of cells in a range that
contain numbers?
a) COUNTA()
b) COUNT()
c) COUNTIF()
d) COUNTBLANK()
Answer: b) COUNT()
87. Which of the following is NOT a type of slide layout in PowerPoint?
a) Title Slide
b) Title and Content
c) Two Content
d) Data Entry
Answer: d) Data Entry
88. What does the "Ctrl + Y" shortcut do in Microsoft Word?
a) Redo
b) Save
c) Undo
d) Cut
Answer: a) Redo
89. In Excel, which of the following functions helps to sum the values in a range that
meet a specific condition?
a) SUM()
b) SUMIF()
c) AVERAGE()
d) COUNTIF()
Answer: b) SUMIF()
95. In Excel, which of the following is used to split the window into multiple panes?
a) Split option in the View tab
b) Freeze Panes in the View tab
c) Both a and b
d) None of the above
Answer: c) Both a and b
96. In PowerPoint, what is the term used to add special effects to the text or objects in
a slide?
a) Transitions
b) Animations
c) Themes
d) Layouts
Answer: b) Animations
97. Which of the following is the default file format for PowerPoint presentations in
2013 and later?
a) .ppt
b) .pptx
c) .pdf
d) .txt
Answer: b) .pptx
98. Which option is used to create a chart in Excel?
a) Insert Tab > Chart
b) Page Layout Tab > Chart
c) Data Tab > Chart
d) View Tab > Chart
Answer: a) Insert Tab > Chart
99. What is the default alignment for data in Excel cells?
a) Left-aligned
b) Center-aligned
c) Right-aligned
d) Justified
Answer: c) Right-aligned
100. In Word, how do you insert a page number in the header or footer?
a) Insert Tab > Page Number
b) View Tab > Header and Footer
c) Home Tab > Page Setup
d) Layout Tab > Page Setup
Answer: a) Insert Tab > Page Number
MIXED QUESTIONS
1.Which of the following is the brain of the computer?
a) Memory
b) CPU
c) Hard Disk
d) Monitor
Answer: b) CPU
2. What is the full form of CPU?
a) Central Process Unit
b) Central Processing Unit
c) Central Processor Unit
d) Central Processing Unit
Answer: b) Central Processing Unit
3. Which of the following is an example of an input device?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Keyboard
d) Speaker
Answer: c) Keyboard
99. What is the name of the operating system used in Apple devices?
a) Android
b) Windows
c) iOS
d) Linux
Answer: c) iOS
100. Which of the following is NOT a type of storage medium?
a) Hard Drive
b) RAM
c) Flash Drive
d) Printer
Answer: d) Printer
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