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Question 1
jamb 2024

What does the '%' operator represent in programming languages?


 

AAssignment
BModulus
CConcatenation
DExponentiation
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Question 2
jamb 2024

When data is organized, processed, and presented in a meaningful context, it becomes:


 

AInformation
BStructured Query Language
CMetadata
DFact
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Question 3
jamb 2024

What is the advantage of using cell references in formulas compared to entering constant values?
 

ACell references improve formula accuracy by reducing manual data entry.
BCell references make formulas less flexible and adaptable to changes.
CCell references make formulas more complex and difficult to understand.
DCell references are only necessary for complex formulas with multiple functions.
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Question 4
jamb 2024

What are some common criteria used to classify computer files?


 

AFile type and content.
BOperating system compatibility and hardware requirements.
CFile size and creation date only.
DFont style and color used within the document itself.
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Question 5
jamb 2024

What is the benefit of using a bulleted or numbered list in your document?

 

ATo automatically insert page breaks after each list item, forcing them onto separate pages.
BTo automatically change the font style and size of the text within the list.
CTo add decorative borders and background colors to specific sections of your document.
DTo highlight important points and improve readability by visually separating items.
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Question 6
jamb 2024

What is the key innovation of the Analytical Engine?
 

 


 

AIt utilized a steam-powered mechanism for calculations.
BIt introduced the concept of a central pmcessing unit (CPU) for calculations.
CIt incorporated the idea of a memory unit to store data and programs.
DIt employed punch cards for inputting instructions and data.
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Question 7
jamb 2024

Which statement is used to skip the execution of the current iteration and start the next iteration in a loop?



 

AJump statement
BSkip statement
CContinue statement
DNext statement
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Question 8
jamb 2024

What does SSD stand for, and what is its primary advantage?


 

ASuper Speed Disk, larger capacity
BSecure Storage Device, better security
CSimple Storage Disk, ease of use
DSolid State Drive, faster speed
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Question 9
jamb 2024

What is the function of the motherboard in a computer system?


 

AStore data
BConnect all hardware components
CPerform calculations
DProvide internet access
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Question 10
jamb 2024

Which of the following data types is used to represent textual data in computers?


 

AFloat
BInteger
CString
DBoolean
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Question 11
jamb 2024

What distinguishes open-source software from proprietary software?



 

AOpen source software is free, while proprietary software requires purchase.
BOpen-source software is more secure than proprietary software.
COpen-source software is more secure than proprietary software.
DOpen source software allows modification and redistribution, while proprietary software does not.
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Question 12
jamb 2024

What is the main purpose of device drivers?
 

 

 

AManage hardware devices
BRun applications
CProvide internet security
DRun applications
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Question 13
jamb 2024

Which database organization uses parent-child relationships to organize data in a tree-like structure?




 

ARelational
BNetwork
CHierarchical
DObject oriented
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Question 14
jamb 2024

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of interpreters?

 

AThey are generally slower than compilers.
BThey provide immediate error detection.
CThey execute code line by line.
DThey translate code into machine code at once
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Question 15
jamb 2024

Which type of computer would a small business most likely use for everyday tasks?




 

AMinicomputers
BMainframe computers
CMicrocomputers
DSupercomputers
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Question 16
jamb 2024

What is the term for an email scam that tries to trick people into giving out personal information?


 

ACracking
BSpoofing
CHacking
DPhishing
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Question 17
jamb 2024

Which type of attack floods a network or server with excessive traffic to make it unavailable to legitimate users?
 

AMan-in-the-middle attack
BPhishing attack
CSQL injection attack
DDenial-of-service attack
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Question 18
jamb 2024

What is the main advantage of using hexadecimal over binary?



 

ACompatible with octal
BEasier to read and write
CProvides higher precision
DRequires more digits
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Question 19
jamb 2024

Which type of software acts as an intermediary between hardware and applications?

 

ASystem software
BApplication software
CFirmware
DMiddleware
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Question 20
jamb 2024

What is the advantage of using cell references in formulas compared to entering constant values?



 

ACell references make formulas more complex and difficult to understand.
BCell references are only necessary for complex formulas with multiple functions.
CCell references are only necessary for complex formulas with multiple functions.
DCell references improve formula accuracy by reducing manual data entry.
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