Block Diagram of Digital Computer

1. Which component of a digital computer is responsible for processing data?

A) Output Unit
B) Central Processing Unit (CPU)
C) Input Unit
D) Memory Unit

2. Which component is used to enter data into a computer system?

A) Input Unit
B) Output Unit
C) CPU
D) Auxiliary Memory

3. Which component is responsible for displaying results after processing?

A) Memory Unit
B) Output Unit
C) Input Unit
D) CPU

4. What is the function of the Control Unit in a CPU?

A) Execute arithmetic calculations
B) Store data
C) Direct the operations of the processor
D) Transfer data

5. The arithmetic and logic operations in a CPU are performed by which unit?
A) Control Unit
B) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
C) Input Unit
D) Memory Unit

Classification of Computers

6. Which of the following is an example of a hybrid computer?

A) Digital watch
B) ECG machine
C) Laptop
D) Mainframe

7. Which computer is mainly used for performing a single specialized task?

A) Supercomputer
B) Embedded Computer
C) Workstation
D) Personal Computer

8. What type of computer is used for weather forecasting and climate modeling?
A) Supercomputer
B) Mainframe Computer
C) Workstation
D) Tablet
 9. Which of the following computers is best suited for bulk data processing?
A) Personal Computer
B) Mainframe Computer
C) Microcomputer
D) Embedded Computer

10. Which of the following is NOT a classification of computers based on functionality?

A) Laptops
B) Digital Computers
C) Analog Computers
D) Hybrid Computers

Memory Systems

11. Which of the following is an example of primary storage?

A) Hard Disk
B) USB Drive
C) RAM
D) CD-ROM

12. Which memory is used to store frequently accessed data for faster processing?
A) RAM
B) ROM
C) Cache
D) Virtual Memory

13. What type of memory is ROM?

A) Volatile
B) Non-volatile
C) Temporary
D) Cache

14. Which memory is used for temporary data storage while a computer is running?
A) ROM
B) RAM
C) Flash Memory
D) SSD

15. Which of the following is used as secondary storage?

A) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
B) RAM
C) Cache
D) CPU

Cache Memory

16. Cache memory is used to

A) Increase the processing speed
B) Store frequently used data for faster access
C) Store programs permanently
D) Back up data
 17. Which level of cache is located closest to the CPU?
A) L1
B) L2
C) L3
D) L4

18. **Cache memory is typically: **

A) Slower than RAM
B) Non-volatile
C) Faster than RAM
D) External

19. What is the main purpose of cache memory?

A) To store frequently accessed data
B) To perform logical operations
C) To store data permanently
D) To process instructions

20. Which of the following has the smallest storage capacity?

A) RAM
B) Cache Memory
C) Hard Disk
D) DVD-ROM

Computer Software (System/Application Software)

21. Which of the following is an example of system software?

A) Microsoft Excel
B) Adobe Photoshop
C) Windows Operating System
D) Mozilla Firefox

22. Which of the following is NOT an application software?

A) Google Chrome
B) Microsoft Word
C) Linux
D) Spotify

23. Which software is responsible for managing hardware components like CPU, memory, and
peripheral devices?
A) System Software
B) Application Software
C) Both A & B
D) None

24. Which software is used to create documents and presentations?

A) System Software
B) Application Software
C) Programming Software
D) Device Drivers
 25. Which type of software ensures smooth communication between hardware devices and
the operating system?
A) Application Software
B) Firmware
C) Device Drivers
D) Programming Software

26. Which type of software is responsible for tasks like antivirus, file management, and disk
cleanup?
A) Application Software
B) System Software
C) Utility Software
D) Device Drivers

27. What is an example of application software?

A) Microsoft Word
B) Linux
C) Device Drivers
D) BIOS

28. Which software controls the overall operations of a computer system?

A) Application Software
B) Operating System
C) Firmware
D) Browser

29. Which of the following is a function of system software?

A) Web browsing
B) File management
C) Image editing
D) Playing music

30. What type of software is Windows 10?

A) Utility Software
B) Application Software
C) Operating System
D) Antivirus

Primary Storage

31. Which of the following is a characteristic of primary memory?

A) Volatile storage
B) Non-volatile storage
C) Used for permanent storage
D) Connected externally

32. Primary storage is also known as

A) Main memory
B) Auxiliary memory
 C) Temporary memory
D) Flash memory

33. Which type of memory is faster than RAM?

A) Cache
B) ROM
C) HDD
D) DVD

34. What is the full form of RAM?

A) Random Advanced Memory
B) Random Access Memory
C) Read and Modify Memory
D) Read After Memory

35. How is data stored in RAM?

A) Permanently
B) Temporarily
C) Sequentially
D) Externally

36. Which type of memory retains data even when the computer is turned off?
A) RAM
B) ROM
C) Cache
D) Virtual Memory

37. Primary storage devices are typically

A) Non-volatile
B) Volatile
C) Slow
D) External

38. Which of the following is an example of primary storage?

A) USB Flash Drive
B) DVD-ROM
C) RAM (Random Access Memory)
D) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

39. Data stored in primary memory (RAM) is lost when

A) The power is turned on
B) The power is turned off
C) The data is copied
D) The system is restarted

40. What is the primary distinction between primary and secondary memory?
A) Primary memory is volatile, secondary is non-volatile
B) Primary memory is larger than secondary
C) Secondary memory is faster than primary
D) There is no distinction
Secondary Storage (Auxiliary Memory)

41. Which of the following is an example of secondary storage?

A) HDD
B) RAM
C) Cache Memory
D) CPU Registers

42. Which of the following is the slowest form of memory?

A) Hard Disk Drive
B) Cache Memory
C) RAM
D) SSD

43. What is the purpose of secondary storage?

A) To process data
B) To store data permanently
C) To temporarily store data
D) To increase processing speed

44. Which storage device is non-volatile and allows for the permanent storage of large
amounts of data?
A) RAM
B) ROM
C) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
D) Cache

45. Secondary memory is also known as

A) Main memory
B) Auxiliary memory
C) Primary memory
D) Temporary memory

MCQs from the Prompt

46. Which of the following is an advantage of cloud computing?

A) High hardware costs
B) Scalability
C) Lack of data privacy
D) Restricted access

47. The data in ROM is

A) Non-volatile
B) Volatile
C) Temporary
D) Permanently lost after power off

48. What is the function of an operating system?

A) Managing hardware and software resources
B) File management, process management, and hardware management
 C) Formatting hard drives
D) Providing internet access

49. Which technology is used to create fast internet connections using fiber optics?
A) FTTx (Fiber to the X)
B) ADSL
C) ISDN
D) Satellite

50. Which command is used to display the content of a file in Linux?

A) cat
B) run
C) edit
D) cp

Block Diagram of Digital Computer

51. In a digital computer, which component is responsible for performing arithmetic and
logical operations?
A) Control Unit (CU)
B) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
C) Memory Unit
D) Input Unit

52. The part of a computer that interprets and executes instructions is called the:
A) Control Unit (CU)
B) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
C) Input Unit
D) Output Unit

53. Which part of a computer's block diagram is responsible for controlling the flow of data
and instructions?
A) ALU
B) Control Unit (CU)
C) RAM
D) ROM

54. Which component in the block diagram converts user inputs into a form that the computer
can process?
A) Input Unit
B) Output Unit
C) Control Unit
D) ALU

55. The memory unit in the block diagram of a computer stores:

A) Data and instructions
B) Output
C) Only instructions
D) Input data
 56. Which unit is responsible for producing results from the processed data in a digital
computer?
A) Input Unit
B) Output Unit
C) ALU
D) Control Unit

Classification of Computers

57. Which type of computer is used for weather forecasting and scientific research?
A) Supercomputer
B) Mainframe Computer
C) Microcomputer
D) Minicomputer

58. Which category of computer is most commonly used in homes and offices?
A) Supercomputer
B) Microcomputer
C) Mainframe Computer
D) Minicomputer

59. Mainframe computers are typically used in:

A) Personal computing
B) Large organizations for bulk data processing
C) Embedded systems
D) High-performance gaming

60. Which of the following is an example of an embedded system?

A) Desktop computer
B) Washing machine control system
C) Mainframe computer
D) Laptop

61. What distinguishes a microcomputer from other types of computers?

A) It is more powerful than a mainframe
B) It can only be used by multiple users simultaneously
C) It is designed for individual use
D) It is the largest type of computer

62. A computer that controls the operation of machinery in real-time is known as:
A) Supercomputer
B) Real-time computer
C) Mainframe computer
D) Microcomputer

Memory System

63. Primary memory in a computer is also known as:

A) Auxiliary memory
 B) Main memory
C) Cache memory
D) Secondary memory

64. What type of memory is used for temporary data storage while the computer is running?
A) ROM
B) RAM
C) SSD
D) Hard disk

65. Which type of memory is non-volatile and used to store firmware?

A) ROM
B) RAM
C) Cache
D) Register

66. Which type of memory is used to store data permanently even after power is turned off?
A) RAM
B) Cache
C) Secondary memory
D) Registers

67. Which memory has the fastest access time?

A) RAM
B) ROM
C) Cache memory
D) Hard Disk

68. What type of memory is used to temporarily store frequently used data for quick access?
A) Cache memory
B) ROM
C) Auxiliary memory
D) Optical disk

Primary Storage

69. Which of the following is an example of primary storage?

A) Hard disk
B) RAM
C) DVD-ROM
D) SSD

70. Primary storage is also known as:

A) Secondary storage
B) Main memory
C) Auxiliary storage
D) Tertiary storage

71. Which characteristic best describes primary storage?

A) Non-volatile
 B) Volatile
C) Permanent
D) Slower access speed

72. Primary memory is mainly used to:

A) Store data that the CPU needs immediately
B) Backup files
C) Store large amounts of data permanently
D) Store system updates

73. In the context of memory, which of the following is volatile?

A) RAM
B) ROM
C) SSD
D) Hard Drive

Auxiliary Memory

74. Which of the following is NOT an example of auxiliary memory?

A) Hard Disk Drive
B) RAM
C) SSD
D) CD-ROM

75. What is the primary purpose of auxiliary memory?

A) Temporary storage of data
B) Long-term data storage
C) Store data for immediate processing
D) Hold instructions while the CPU processes data

76. Which of the following has the largest storage capacity?

A) RAM
B) Cache memory
C) Hard Disk Drive
D) Register

77. Auxiliary memory is typically used to store:

A) Data and files for long-term access
B) Frequently used instructions
C) Temporary data during processing
D) Firmware

Cache Memory

78. Which type of memory acts as a buffer between the CPU and the main memory to speed
up data access?
A) Cache memory
B) ROM
 C) RAM
D) Secondary memory

79. Cache memory is used to:

A) Store frequently used data for quick access
B) Provide permanent data storage
C) Backup files
D) Store rarely used data

80. Which of the following statements about cache memory is true?

A) It is slower than RAM
B) It is used to store backup files
C) It is faster than RAM
D) It has higher storage capacity than RAM

81. Cache memory is typically located between:

A) ROM and RAM
B) CPU and RAM
C) Secondary storage and RAM
D) CPU and secondary storage

Computer Software (System/Application Software)

82. What is the primary function of system software?

A) To control and manage the hardware components of the computer
B) To perform specific user tasks
C) To create documents
D) To browse the internet

83. Which of the following is an example of system software?

A) Microsoft Word
B) Operating System
C) Adobe Photoshop
D) Chrome browser

84. What is the primary function of application software?

A) To manage the computer's hardware resources
B) To perform specific tasks for the user
C) To control memory allocation
D) To monitor CPU performance

85. Which of the following is NOT an example of system software?

A) Operating System
B) Web browser
C) Device drivers
D) Utility programs

86. Which of the following is an example of application software?

A) Windows Operating System
B) Microsoft Excel
 C) Antivirus Software
D) Device Drivers

87. Which type of software helps to diagnose and fix system errors?
A) Application Software
B) Utility Software
C) System Software
D) Development Software

88. Which software acts as an intermediary between hardware and application software?
A) Operating System
B) Application Software
C) Firmware
D) Database Software

89. The primary purpose of an operating system is to:

A) Create spreadsheets
B) Diagnose hardware issues
C) Manage hardware and software resources
D) Provide security to the system

General Computer Concepts

90. Which of the following is an example of secondary storage?

A) RAM
B) Hard Disk Drive
C) Cache Memory
D) ROM

91. Which of the following components stores the boot-up instructions for a computer?
A) ROM
B) RAM
C) SSD
D) Cache

92. Which type of software allows the user to create, modify, and edit documents?
A) Operating System
B) Word Processor
C) Utility Software
D) Firmware

93. In computing, what does CPU stand for?

A) Central Processing Unit
B) Core Processing Unit
C) Central Power Unit
D) Central Programming Unit

94. Which storage device provides faster access speeds?

A) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
B) Solid State Drive (SSD)
 C) Floppy Disk
D) DVD-ROM

95. Which type of memory is also referred to as read/write memory?

A) RAM
B) ROM
C) Cache
D) BIOS