- 1. Office workers commonly use
A) Graphics tablets
B) Joysticks
C) Printers and scanners
- 2. Students often store multimedia projects on external SSDs because they are:
A) Faster for access
B) Wireless only
C) Only for gaming
- 3. Software differs from hardware because software:
A) Is a set of instructions
B) Is physical
C) Is inside the CPU
- 4. Gamers usually invest in powerful
A) Optical drives
B) GPUs
C) Routers
- 5. External hardware is also known as
A) Software
B) Programs
C) Peripherals
- 6. Which device is used for drawing and design?
A) Monitor
B) Joystick
C) Graphics tablet
- 7. Co-processors are used for
A) Scientific calculations
B) Gaming controls
C) Wireless connection
- 8. GPU is mainly used for
A) Document scanning
B) Internet sharing
C) Video rendering and graphics
- 9. The CPU is responsible for
A) Printing documents
B) Handling computations
C) Displaying images
A) Internal hardware
B) Physical storage only
C) Online accessible storage
A) Faster speed
B) Wireless storage
C) Large capacity but slower performance
- 12. Which storage device is faster and more reliable?
A) HDD
B) SSD
C) DVD
- 13. Editing and rendering steps are examples of
A) Hardware
B) Procedures
C) Software
- 14. The person editing a video project is considered the:
A) Procedure
B) User
C) Data
- 15. ESD can damage electronic components at as low as__volts
A) 75
B) 25
C) 30
- 16. Which tool is specifically used for tightening motherboard standoffs?
A) Phillips screwdriver
B) Nut driver
C) LAN tester
- 17. A system powers on but shows no display. One possible cause is:
A) Loose RAM
B) Corrupted OS
C) Disabled startup program
- 18. What is the primary purpose of an anti-static wrist strap?
A) Protect hands from dust
B) Improve grip while working
C) Ground the technician to prevent ESD
- 19. Which device is used to verify voltage output from a power supply?
A) LAN tester
B) PSU tester
C) POST card
- 20. In troubleshooting, a symptom is best defined as:
A) The hidden root cause
B) The visible sign of a problem
C) The replacement part
- 21. If a PC does not respond at all when the power button is pressed, the error category is:
A) Slow Performance
B) No Display
C) No Power
- 22. A POST diagnostic card is mainly used when:
A) There is no display or continuous beeping
B) Installing RAM
C) Testing LAN cables
- 23. If BIOS completes POST but cannot detect a boot device, the error is called:
A) Overheating
B) Boot device not found
C) Latent failure
- 24. The visible result of a deeper computer issue is called a:
A) Symptom
B) Procedure
C) Root cause
- 25. is a systematic and structured process of identifying and resolving problems.
A) Troubleshooting
B) Hardware
C) Power off
- 26. Permanent data storage for your operating system and files is called
A) RAM
B) GPU
C) Storage Drive
- 27. Which storage drive uses spinning disks and is slower but affordable?
A) RAM
B) HDD
C) NVMe SSD
- 28. Which storage type is the fastest and connects directly to the motherboard?
A) NVMe SSD
B) Optical drive
C) SATA SSD
- 29. The PSU’s main function is to:
A) Convert wall power into usable electricity
B) Cool the CPU
C) Display graphics
- 30. Which of the following is directly mounted on the CPU to remove heat?
A) CPU cooler
B) Heatsink
C) Case fan
- 31. stores startup instructions and system settings
A) BIOS/UEFI
B) CMOS
C) TPM
- 32. keeps BIOS settings and system clock running when powered off
A) BIOS/UEFI
B) CMOS
C) TPM
- 33. The 3.5mm jack is commonly used for:
A) Only speakers
B) Headphones and speakers (input & output)
C) Only microphones
- 34. What color is usually used for speaker/headphone output?
A) Green
B) Red
C) Pink
- 35. What color is typically used for microphone input?
A) Pink/Red
B) Green
C) Blue
- 36. Used to open and secure PC case and internal components
A) Phillips Screwdriver
B) Nut Driver
C) Flat Screwdriver
- 37. Used for tightening motherboard standoffs
A) Phillips Screwdriver
B) Nut Driver
C) Flat Screwdriver
- 38. Used for flat-head screws and gentle prying
A) Phillips Screwdriver
B) Flat Screwdriver
C) Nut Driver
- 39. An RJ-45 port is used for
A) Microphone input
B) Video output
C) Ethernet connection
- 40. USB allows devices to be connected without shutting down because it supports:
A) Hot-swapping
B) Overclocking
C) Overclocking
- 41. A pink audio jack on a motherboard is typically for
A) Microphone
B) Speakers
C) HDMI
- 42. Frequent blue screen errors during gaming suggest testing the:
A) PSU
B) LAN cable
C) RAM
- 43. Grounding yourself before handling components primarily protects the:
A) Operating system
B) Hardware components
C) Technician
- 44. Removing unused drive cages mainly improves:
A) Airflow
B) BIOS settings
C) PSU voltage
- 45. Sensitive components may be damaged by very low voltage levels, making ESD control:
A) Software-based
B) Optional
C) Critical
- 46. A system boots only when the discrete GPU is removed. The likely faulty component is:
A) SATA cable
B) Dedicated GPU
C) CMOS
- 47. If the system works after reseating RAM, the issue was likely
A) Loose connection
B) BIOS corruption
C) PSU overload
- 48. Cleaning internal dust primarily prevents:
A) BIOS reset
B) LAN failure
C) Thermal shutdown
- 49. Opening a PSU without qualification is dangerous because of
A) GPU instability
B) RAM overheating
C) Electric shock risk
- 50. Frequent blue screen errors during gaming suggest testing the
A) RAM
B) CMOS battery
C) PSU
- 51. A POST card displays a memory error code. What should be checked first?
A) GPU
B) PSU
C) RAM
- 52. A PSU tester shows no voltage output. This indicates
A) Defective PSU
B) RAM problem
C) SATA issue
- 53. Loose screws inside a system unit may cause
A) Improved grounding
B) Improved grounding
C) Short circuit
- 54. Which cable carries both digital video and audio?
A) HDMI
B) RJ-45
C) VGA
- 55. Mounting a motherboard directly on the case without spacers may result in
A) Faster boot
B) Short circuit
C) Stable voltage
- 56. A PC shows no display after RAM installation. What is the most likely issue?
A) Loose RAM module
B) Incorrect PSU voltage
C) Broken monitor
- 57. What is the first thing to remove before disassembling a system unit?
A) Motherboard
B) Accessories and cables
C) PC case
- 58. A computer overheats even though the fan spins normally. What maintenance should be done first?
A) Replace RAM
B) Reapply thermal paste
C) Change SATA cable
- 59. A system crashes when too many applications are open. Which upgrade helps most?
A) Replace HDMI
B) Increase RAM
C) Upgrade PSU
- 60. A CPU does not fit the motherboard socket. What was ignored?
A) PSU brand
B) CPU socket compatibility
C) RAM speed
- 61. A motherboard repeatedly loses date and time settings. Which part should be replaced?
A) SSD
B) CMOS battery
C) SATA cable
- 62. A computer randomly shuts down under heavy gaming load. The first component to test is the:
A) PSU
B) RAM
C) HDMI cable
- 63. A computer system includes hardware, software, data, people, and ______.
A) Cables
B) Power supply
C) Procedures
- 64. A PC boots slowly using a traditional hard drive. Which upgrade most directly improves boot time?
A) Upgrade monitor
B) Replace HDD with SSD
C) Add more case fans
- 65. Which component is commonly removed before the hard drive?
A) Mouse
B) RAM
C) Monitor
- 66. Verifies Ethernet cable wiring configuration and electrical continuity
A) LAN Cable Tester
B) Multimeter
C) POST Diagnostic Card
- 67. Replacing components without testing first violates which principle?
A) Use PPE
B) Update BIOS
C) Avoid guessing
- 68. Thermal paste primarily improves
A) Heat transfer
B) BIOS update
C) Electrical conductivity
- 69. A LAN cable tester shows incorrect pin order. The issue is likely
A) PSU fault
B) RAM error
C) Bad crimping
- 70. This is the startup process where the computer checks hardware components before loading the operating system.
A) POST
B) RAM
C) LAN
- 71. This is a network that connects computers and devices within a small area like a home, school, or office.
A) POST
B) LAN
C) RAM
- 72. This is the component that converts wall electricity into usable power for the computer.
A) LAN
B) POST
C) PSU
- 73. Interface for storage drives.
A) PSU
B) SATA
C) POST
- 74. High-speed SSD interface.
A) NVMe
B) SSD
C) SATA
- 75. Chip that stores BIOS settings.
A) CMOS
B) BIOS
C) ROM
- 76. Which component is usually removed last during disassembly?
A) Hard drive
B) Motherboard
C) RAM
- 77. Which data structure principle is applied in the disassembly and assembly of a system unit?
A) First in, Last out
B) Last in, First out
C) First in, First out
- 78. Which of the following is an Operating System?
A) Google Chrome
B) Microsoft Office
C) Windows 11
- 79. Which type of installation is done on real hardware?
A) Virtual Installation
B) Actual/Physical Installation
C) Network Installation
- 80. Which type of installation uses virtualization software?
A) Virtual Installation
B) Actual Installation
C) Portable Installation
- 81. What is the minimum RAM requirement for Windows 11?
A) 8GB
B) 4GB
C) 16GB
- 82. What is the minimum storage requirement for Windows 11?
A) 64GB
B) 256GB
C) 128GB
- 83. Which security feature is required by Windows 11?
A) Firewall
B) Antivirus
C) TPM 2.0
- 84. What should be downloaded before creating a bootable USB?
A) Chrome
B) Windows ISO
C) Office
- 85. Which software is commonly used to create a bootable USB?
A) Notepad
B) Calculator
C) Rufus
- 86. What is the purpose of changing the boot priority?
A) Boot from USB first
B) Speed up internet
C) Install drivers
- 87. Which key is commonly used to access BIOS?
A) F2
B) F12
C) Tab
- 88. What is the first step in Windows installation?
A) Boot from USB
B) Update Windows
C) Activate Windows
- 89. What should be selected before installing Windows?
A) Language and Region
B) Antivirus
C) Wallpaper
- 90. What happens several times during Windows installation?
A) BIOS Reset
B) Restart
C) Shutdown
- 91. Which virtualization software is free and open-source?
A) Windows 11
B) Chrome
C) VirtualBox
- 92. What amount of RAM was recommended for the VM?
A) 2GB
B) 4GB
C) 16GB
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