Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
CORDILLERA ADMINISTRATIVE REGION
Wangal, La Trinidad, Benguet

PROJECT SMART (Standardized and Meaningful Assessment Result-Based Teaching)

Fourth Quarter Test for TLE 10 – ICT CSS

General Directions:
A. This is a 60-item multiple choice type of test covering the learning competencies tackled during the quarter.
Go over these items first before answering.
B. Select the best answer from the given options. Write the letter of your choice on the answer sheet
provided.
C. Do not write anything on this paper.

1. It is described as maintenance of equipment or systems before fault occurs.

A. Condition Based Maintenance
B. Corrective Maintenance
C. Planned Maintenance
D. Preventive Maintenance

2. Non-invasive measurements, visual inspection, performance data and scheduled tests are under this
maintenance strategy.
A. Condition Based Maintenance
B. Corrective Maintenance
C. Planned Maintenance
D. Preventive Maintenance

3. Which of the following plans shows systematic maintenance for hardware?

i. Backing up files
ii. Treating computer properly
iii. Placing computer in a well-ventilated area
iv. Install or secure passwords.
A. i and iv
B. ii and iii
C. i and iii
D. ii and iv

4. Maintaining equipment and facilities in satisfactory operating condition to extend the life of the equipment.
A. Condition Based Maintenance
B. Corrective Maintenance
C. Planned Maintenance
D. Preventive Maintenance

5. Designing a systematic plan should focus mainly on hardware to save time, money and frustration and to
prevent injury to people and damage to computer equipment.
A. True B. False

6. It involves anti-virus software updates and files that might enter your PC.
A. Computer issues C. Hardware issues
B. Dust issues D. Malware issues

7. Diagnosing and fixing the parts of the computer refers to ______________.

A. Computer issues C. Hardware issues
B. Dust issues D. Malware issues

8. Data loss, damage to computers as well to its hardware components are examples of this issue.
A. Computer issues C. Hardware issues
B. Dust issues D. Malware issues
9. It happens when the same error message pops up or appears on your PC every time you log in.
A. Error message issues C. Warning issues
B. RAM issues D. Warranty issues

10. An action making sure that your PC is physically clean in its operations.
A. Computer issues C. Hardware issues
B. Dust issues D. Malware issues

11. Being aware of your computers’ specifications limit and storage capacity.
A. Error message issues C. Warning issues
B. RAM issues D. Warranty issues

12. Taking advantage of its warranties in case hardware is damaged and needs to be replaced.
A. Error message issues C. Warning issues
B. RAM issues D. Warranty issues

13. Giving the computer a break or rest, after a long time using it to prevent hardware wear out.
A. Back up issues C. Usage issues
B. Computer issues D. Warning issues

14. Information displayed when an unseen problem occurs, placed in a dialog box.
A. Error message issues C. Warning issues
B. RAM issues D. Warranty issues

15. Wi-Fi is a technology that allows devices such as computers, mobile devices, and other equipment to
interface with the Internet. It allows these devices to exchange information with one another, creating a network.
Wi-Fi stands for______________.
A. Wired Fidelity
B. Wireless Fidelity
C. Wired Firmware
D. Wireless Firmware

16. Which of the following is NOT a cause of Internet connection problems?

A. Newly installed and upgraded software firewall.
B. IP address conflicts
C. Website temporarily offline
D. Router location

17. Sending spam e-mail may be a reason for ISPs to block your account.
A. True B. False

18. A list of the key components that make up the computer.

A. Hardware B. Maintenance C. Performance D. specification

19. Computer’s primary storage area where it stores the applications and programs that run on the PC, as well
as any work created by users.
A. CPU B. graphics and sound cards C. hard drive D. monitors

20. This allows a computer to be connected to a network.

A. Graphics and sound cards
B. Network interface card (NIC)
C. Operating system (OS)
D. Speakers and Headphones

21. It is the computer system’s short-term data storage which is being used to handle all active tasks and
applications
A. RAM B. ROM C. Processors D. Hard drive

22. A non-volatile type of memory where data and information are permanently stored.
A. RAM B. ROM C. Processors D. Hard drive

23. An electro-mechanical storage device that is used to store data.

A. RAM B. ROM C. Processors D. Hard drive

24. RAM is measured in ____________.

A. Megabytes (MB) B. megahertz (MHz) C. decibel (db) D. pascal (Pa)

25. Responsible for determining the quality of the audio and visuals.
 A. Graphics and sound cards
B. Network interface card (NIC)
C. Operating system (OS)
D. Speakers and Headphones

For numbers 26-33, refer to the choices below. Identify what PC specifications/information are being
enumerated.

A. Hard drive information

B. Memory information
C. Processor information
D. Other information

26. Intel (R) Core (TM) i5-6600K

27. Microsoft Windows 10

28. 8.00 GB DDR4

29. High quality Altec Lansing speakers

30. Model: ASUS X415EA-EK760W

31. 1 TB HDD

32. 14” DISPLAY

33. Student 2019 Suite

34. Its purpose is to connect computers in the network usually found in a gaming console.
A. DSL or Cable Modem
B. Ethernet cabling
C. Wired or wireless network adapters
D. Wired or wireless router

35. A computer hardware device that converts data from a digital format into a format suitable for an analog
transmission medium such as telephone or radio.

A. Accelerated Graphics Port B. Expansion card C. Modem D. USB Port

36. What do you call the networking device that forwards data packets between computer networks?
A. Cable B. Modem C. Router D. Switch

37. LAN is a group of computers or other devices interconnected within a single, limited area, typically via
Ethernet or Wi-Fi. LAN stands for:
A. Land Aerial Network
B. Land Area Network
C. Local Aerial Network
D. Local Area Network

38. Unexpectedly, a hazard occurred during your stay in the computer lab. What should be the first step to be
done?
A. Report the hazard to the appropriate person.
B. Identify the hazard.
C. Clear the area close to the hazard.
D. If the hazard can be easily and safely cleared, then do so.

39. Routine maintenance compromises basic processes, except:

A. Data Backup
B. Disk or File maintenance
C. Clearing of cached data
D. Malware maintenance

40. Applying this type of maintenance is used when an installed software application starts to decline or slows
down.
A. Data Backup
B. Disk or File maintenance
C. Clearing of cached data
 D. Malware maintenance

41. Hyzell uses flash drives and external drives to store and create a shared copy of her files. What routine
maintenance is she applying?
A. Data Backup
B. Disk or File maintenance
C. Clearing of cached data
D. Malware maintenance

42. Hannah noticed that the system of her computer started to act in an undesirable manner. She then scans
the files and the computer system. What maintenance does she basically do?
A. Data Backup
B. Disk or File maintenance
C. Clearing of cached data
D. Malware maintenance

43. Unnecessary software filling up your system will decline the system performance.
A. True B. False

44. From the steps given below, what should be the proper order on How to Back up files in Windows 10?
i. Connect a storage device
ii. Click on Setup backup
iii. Click Save settings and run back up
iv. Select the device you want to save your back up. Next.
v. Select What do you want to back up. Next
vi. Select/Deselect the folder you wanted to back up. Next.
vii. Type and Search for Control Panel
viii. Under System and Security click Backup and Restore (Window 7)
A. i,ii,iii,iv,v,vi,vii,vii
B. i,vii,viii,ii,iv,v,vi,iii
C. ii,iv,v,vi,i,iii,vii,viii
D. ii,iii,v,vi,i,iv,viii,vii

45. Checking on the computer system, Via noticed that it has no power at all, from the fan, power supply and
indicator on the keyboard. Which of the following would be the cause?
A. Connector between hard drive and system board is unplugged.
B. Monitor has no power.
C. Power cable is unplugged.
D. Damaged HDD.

46. Certain keys on the keyboard don't work or function. The probable cause is __________.
A. Keyboard is locked
B. Keyboard are jammed or defective
C. Keyboard is disconnected.
D. Keyboard wires are defective.

47. While browsing and scrolling over Facebook, Nezy’s internet connection slowed down. Given are possible
solutions, except:
A. Contact ISP (Internet Service Provider)
B. Fix the wifi signal
C. Restart the modem
D. Uninstall the app

48. What is the simplest and easiest step to do when dealing with a faulty system?
A. Reboot the system
B. Ensure all cables are firmly connected.
C. Check the power supply.
D. System is functioning.

49. What action should be taken when Screen message says "Invalid Configuration" or "CMOS
Failure.
i. Reset BIOS
ii. Replace CMOS battery
iii. Restart the computer
iv. Consult a technician
A. i and ii only
B. ii and iv only
C. all of the above
 D. none of the option

50. When installing an expansion card, what should you be careful of?
A. Humidity
B. ESD damage
C. Ensuring the power cord is plugged in
D. Removing the video card first

51. Which part of the computer is faulty when your computer does not boot and you are getting a series of
beep codes?
A. Hard disk failure
B. Memory (RAM) failure
C. Motherboard and CPU failure
D. Power supply failure

52. Eugene is about to attend his online class, when his PC is booting, a message appears which says,
“Operating system not found”, what must be the error?
A. Hard disk failure
B. Memory failure
C. Motherboard and CPU failure
D. Power supply failure

53. Liza has started using her computer, unfortunately after sometimes the computer randomly reboots. What
error is being encountered by her PC?
A. Hard disk failure
B. Memory failure
C. Motherboard and CPU failure
D. All of the above

54. HDD cannot be cleaned physically. What tool should be used instead?
A. Administrative Tool
B. Antivirus
C. Compression Tool
D. Disk Cleanup tool

55. After using the keyboard for a week, deciding on cleaning it is a great option. What should be the first thing
to do?
A. Vacuum out the dirt, dusk and hair that build on the hardware.
B. Unplugged the keyboard before cleaning.
C. Used the dishwasher in washing the keyboard.
D. Spray a disinfectant onto a cloth and rub each of the keys on the keyboard.

56. LCD Screen requires special cleaning procedures. Which of the following should not be done in cleaning
the LCD Screen?
A. Clean LCD Screen with ordinary household glass cleaner.
B. Use a non-rugged microfiber cloth, soft cotton cloth, or swiffer duster.
C. Not to spray any liquids onto the LCD directly.
D. Apply rubbing alcohol to the cloth and wipe the screen with the damp cloth.

57. Lucio has been out for three months and when he returns, he opens his computer, unfortunately his
computer is out of date and time. What causes the said error?
A. CMOS battery
B. Expansion card
C. Hard disk
D. Motherboard

58. Which of the following features should you consider when choosing the Registry Cleaner software?
i. ability to back up all the current registry in the system
ii. have an "undo" feature to restore the cleaning action
iii. offline updating of the software
iv. restore invalid/ missing key references
A. i and ii
B. ii and iii
C. iii and iv
D. iv and i

59. In cleaning the Windows registry, how often should it be done for the system to perform efficiently and
effectively?
 A. Daily B. Weekly C. Monthly D. Yearly

60. Advantage of disk partitioning wherein easy reformatting of other drives without affecting the other.
A. Convenience
B. Dual operating system
C. Security
D. Storage

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