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SSC CGL Computer Fundamentals Practice Test 4

15 fresh SSC CGL computer fundamentals questions on hardware, memory, data, storage, and startup basics.

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SSC CGL Computer Fundamentals Practice Test 4

15 fresh SSC CGL computer fundamentals questions on hardware, memory, data, storage, and startup basics.

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  1. Hardware

    1. CPU is mainly known as the:

    • A. Brain of the computer (Correct)
    • B. Main printer
    • C. Power cable
    • D. Display unit

    Explanation: CPU processes instructions and controls core operations.

  2. Input Devices

    2. Which device is commonly used to enter text into a computer?

    • A. Monitor
    • B. Keyboard (Correct)
    • C. Speaker
    • D. Projector

    Explanation: A keyboard is the standard text input device.

  3. Output Devices

    3. Which of these is an output device?

    • A. Scanner
    • B. Mouse
    • C. Printer (Correct)
    • D. Joystick

    Explanation: A printer gives output on paper.

  4. Memory

    4. RAM is best described as:

    • A. Permanent memory
    • B. Temporary working memory (Correct)
    • C. Optical storage
    • D. Input hardware

    Explanation: RAM stores active data temporarily while programs run.

  5. Storage

    5. Which of these is a storage device?

    • A. Hard disk (Correct)
    • B. Keyboard
    • C. Microphone
    • D. Plotter

    Explanation: A hard disk stores data for long-term use.

  6. Data Units

    6. How many bits make one byte?

    • A. 4
    • B. 8 (Correct)
    • C. 16
    • D. 32

    Explanation: A byte contains 8 bits.

  7. Software

    7. Instructions that make hardware perform tasks are called:

    • A. Software (Correct)
    • B. Cables
    • C. Circuits
    • D. Ports

    Explanation: Software tells hardware what to do.

  8. System Startup

    8. Booting means:

    • A. Formatting a disk
    • B. Starting the computer system (Correct)
    • C. Opening a browser
    • D. Scanning a file

    Explanation: Booting is the startup process of a computer.

  9. Input Devices

    9. A scanner is used to:

    • A. Print charts
    • B. Convert paper content into digital form (Correct)
    • C. Increase internet speed
    • D. Store power backup

    Explanation: Scanners capture paper-based images or text digitally.

  10. Storage

    10. Which one is portable storage?

    • A. Pen drive (Correct)
    • B. Motherboard
    • C. ALU
    • D. Heat sink

    Explanation: A pen drive is a removable portable storage device.

  11. Data Processing

    11. Raw facts and figures are called:

    • A. Programs
    • B. Data (Correct)
    • C. Information
    • D. Memory

    Explanation: Unprocessed facts are known as data.

  12. Memory

    12. ROM usually stores:

    • A. Temporary calculations
    • B. Permanent startup instructions (Correct)
    • C. Printed output
    • D. Audio signals

    Explanation: ROM stores firmware and startup-level instructions.

  13. Hardware

    13. The motherboard connects:

    • A. Only the monitor
    • B. Major internal components (Correct)
    • C. Only USB devices
    • D. Only storage cards

    Explanation: The motherboard is the main circuit board linking core hardware.

  14. Number Systems

    14. Computers fundamentally process data in:

    • A. Decimal form only
    • B. Binary form (Correct)
    • C. Roman numerals
    • D. Hex form only

    Explanation: Computer circuits operate using binary states represented by 0 and 1.