M3-unit 1 - B) Loose cables

- C) Overheating
1. Which type of screwdriver has a - D) Corrosion
cross-shaped tip?
- A) Flat-head 7. What tool is used to manage cables
- B) Phillips inside a computer case?
- C) Star-head - A) Anti-static wrist strap
- D) Hex-head - B) Phillips screwdriver
- C) Cable ties
2. What is the purpose of an anti-static wrist - D) Thermal paste
strap?
- A) To secure components inside the 8. Why is it important to keep the interior of
case the computer case tidy?
- B) To prevent overheating - A) For better airflow and cooling
- C) To prevent electrostatic discharge - B) To increase static electricity
(ESD) - C) To prevent ESD
- D) To manage cables - D) To make the computer look better

3. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can 9. What can be used to cut the ends of
damage which of the following? cable ties?
- A) Screwdrivers - A) Screwdriver
- B) Computer components - B) Thermal paste
- C) Computer case - C) Small size cutting machine or
- D) Heatsink scissors
- D) Anti-static wrist strap
4. How does an anti-static wrist strap work?
- A) By securing screws with a 10. What is a common alternative tool to a
cross-shaped head small size cutting machine for cutting cable
- B) By connecting you to a grounded ties?
metal object - A) Anti-static wrist strap
- C) By applying thermal paste - B) Thermal paste
- D) By cutting cable ties - C) Nipper or pliers
- D) Phillips screwdriver
5. Thermal paste is used to improve heat
dissipation between which two 11. Which component does thermal paste
components? typically interact with?
- A) The motherboard and RAM - A) RAM
- B) The CPU and heatsink - B) CPU
- C) The power supply and case - C) Motherboard
- D) The hard drive and case - D) Hard drive

6. What problem does thermal paste help 12. The anti-static wrist strap should be
prevent? connected to what type of object?
- A) Electrostatic discharge - A) Any component inside the case
 - B) A grounded metal object - D) Run a diagnostic test
- C) The power supply
- D) A plastic surface 18. Which components are particularly
sensitive and should be handled with care?
13. Phillips screwdrivers are commonly - A) Hard drives and SSDs
used for securing which parts? - B) Fans and cooling systems
- A) Power supply units - C) Motherboard, CPU, and RAM
- B) Components within the computer - D) Power supply and case
case
- C) External peripherals 19. Why is maintaining a clean workspace
- D) Cable ties important when assembling a computer?
- A) To improve component performance
14. What is a key benefit of using cable ties - B) To enhance the appearance of the
in computer assembly? system
- A) To enhance the aesthetic - C) To prevent dust and debris
appearance of the case contamination
- B) To prevent components from moving - D) To increase the speed of assembly
- C) To manage cables and improve
airflow 20. What does the term 'case size' refer to
- D) To secure screws in computer assembly?
- A) The weight of the computer
15. Which of the following is NOT a - B) The color of the computer case
recommended tool for assembling a - C) The physical dimensions of the
computer? computer case
- A) Phillips screwdriver - D) The number of components a case
- B) Thermal paste can hold
- C) Small size cutting machine
- D) Anti-static wrist strap 21. What is a 'form factor' in the context of a
computer case and motherboard?
16. Why is wearing an anti-static wrist strap - A) The color scheme of the case
important when handling computer - B) The type of material used in the case
components? - C) The size and layout of the
- A) To avoid physical injury motherboard
- B) To prevent electrostatic discharge - D) The brand of the case and
(ESD) motherboard
- C) To keep hands clean
- D) To improve grip on components 22. Which of the following is a common
motherboard form factor?
17. What should you do before installing or - A) Ultra-ATX
removing any computer components? - B) Nano-ATX
- A) Wear gloves - C) ATX
- B) Ensure the power supply is - D) Mini-Micro
unplugged
- C) Use a clean cloth
23. Why is it important to check the case 28. What should be considered regarding
specifications before installing components? the PSU's connectors?
- A) To ensure it matches the room decor - A) Their color and length
- B) To verify it supports the motherboard - B) Compatibility with the case design
form factor and has enough space - C) Whether they match the brand of
- C) To check if the case has a built-in components
power supply - D) Whether they meet the power needs
- D) To see if it includes a monitor stand of the motherboard, CPU, GPU, and drives

24. What role does cable management play 29. Why is it important to check the size and
in a computer case? form factor of the PSU before purchasing?
- A) To enhance the appearance of the - A) To ensure it has a high efficiency
cables rating
- B) To prevent cables from tangling - B) To ensure it is compatible with the
- C) To improve airflow and cooling case size
- D) To reduce the weight of the system - C) To match the aesthetic of other
components
25. When choosing a Power Supply Unit - D) To get a PSU with the longest
(PSU), why is it important to consider warranty
wattage?
- A) To match the color of the case 30. What is the purpose of maintaining good
- B) To ensure it fits the budget airflow within a computer case?
- C) To provide sufficient power for all - A) To enhance the visual appeal of the
components and future upgrades system
- D) To avoid overloading the circuit - B) To keep the components cool and
prevent overheating
26. What do efficiency ratings like 80 Plus - C) To reduce noise from the fans
Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum indicate - D) To increase the overall weight of the
for a PSU? system
- A) The size of the PSU Here are some multiple-choice questions
- B) The color of the PSU based on the new content:
- C) The efficiency of power conversion
and heat generation 31. What does the motherboard's form
- D) The brand of the PSU factor determine?
- A) The color of the motherboard
27. What is the advantage of a modular - B) The size and layout of the
PSU? motherboard
- A) It is cheaper than a non-modular - C) The speed of the motherboard
PSU - D) The number of USB ports
- B) It includes built-in lighting effects
- C) It allows for better cable 32. Why is it important to match the CPU
management and airflow socket type with the motherboard?
- D) It comes with more power connectors - A) To ensure physical and electrical
compatibility
 - B) To increase the RAM capacity - C) The type (HDD or SSD), capacity,
- C) To enhance the visual appearance speed, and form factor
- D) To reduce power consumption - D) The weight and size of the device

33. What does the chipset on a 38. Why are SSDs generally faster than
motherboard determine? HDDs?
- A) The motherboard's color scheme - A) They have more moving parts
- B) The brand of the components - B) They use newer technology
- C) The number of USB ports, SATA - C) They lack moving parts
connections, and PCIe lanes - D) They are smaller in size
- D) The amount of RAM that can be
installed 39. What is a key factor to check regarding
storage device compatibility?
34. When choosing RAM, what should you - A) The color of the cables
verify on the motherboard specifications? - B) The size of the screws
- A) The brand of RAM - C) The form factor supported by the
- B) The color of the RAM modules case and motherboard
- C) The type of RAM, maximum - D) The brand of the power supply
supported memory capacity, and speed
- D) The weight of the RAM modules 40. How does proper cable management
benefit the CPU area?
35. Why is it important to use identical RAM - A) It improves the system's aesthetics
modules in dual-channel or quad-channel - B) It prevents interference with the CPU
configurations? cooler or fan
- A) To match the motherboard's color - C) It increases the number of USB ports
scheme available
- B) For optimal performance - D) It reduces the weight of the system
- C) To reduce power consumption
- D) For better cable management
1. B
36. What precaution should you take when 2. C
handling a CPU? 3. B
- A) Wear gloves 4. B
- B) Handle it by the edges and avoid 5. B
touching the pins or contacts 6. C
- C) Soak it in water before installation 7. C
- D) Use a screwdriver to secure it in 8. A
place 9. C
10. C
37. What should you consider when 11. B
selecting storage devices? 12. B
- A) The color of the storage device 13. B
- B) The brand and warranty of the device 14. C
15. All
 16. B - D) The brand of your RAM
17. B
18. C 3. What is the role of RAM in a computer
19. C system?
20. C - A) To store long-term data like files and
21. C applications
22. C - B) To provide short-term memory for
23. B faster performance
24. C - C) To power the computer components
25. C - D) To cool the CPU
26. C
27. C 4. Why might you choose a solid-state drive
28. D (SSD) over a hard disk drive (HDD)?
29. B - A) SSDs are more colorful
30. B - B) SSDs are faster and quieter
31. B - C) SSDs have larger capacity
32. A - D) SSDs are easier to install
33. C
34. C 5. What should you consider when selecting
35. B a computer case?
36. B - A) The color of the case
37. C - B) The size of your monitor
38. C - C) The size and features like cable
39. C management and airflow
40. B - D) The brand of the motherboard

__________ 6. What is the purpose of the I/O shield in a

computer case?
M3-unit 2 - A) To support the motherboard
- B) To align the motherboard ports with
1. What is the main function of the the case
motherboard in a computer system? - C) To cool the CPU
- A) It powers the computer - D) To provide extra power to the
- B) It holds all the essential components components
together and provides data pathways
- C) It cools the computer 7. What are standoffs, and why are they
- D) It stores the operating system important in motherboard installation?
- A) They are used to secure the CPU to
2. When choosing a CPU, what should you the motherboard
consider? - B) They are small pegs that prevent the
- A) The size of the CPU motherboard from touching the case,
- B) The speed of your internet connection avoiding short circuits
- C) Your budget and the types of tasks - C) They hold the RAM modules in place
you plan to perform
 - D) They provide power to the 13.What should you do if the socket
motherboard lever/latch encounters resistance when
closing?
8. How should the power supply unit (PSU) - A) Force it down
be positioned in the case? - B) Check the CPU alignment
- A) With the fan facing upward - C) Remove the CPU
- B) With the fan facing the front of the - D) Apply more thermal paste
case
- C) With the fan facing downward 14. Why is thermal paste applied to the
- D) With the fan facing the side panel CPU before installing the cooler?
- A) To secure the CPU in place
9. What should you do after positioning the - B) To protect the CPU from dust
PSU in the case? - C) To improve heat transfer between the
- A) Leave it loose for better airflow CPU and cooler
- B) Secure it with screws provided with - D) To make the CPU look shiny
the case
- C) Connect it directly to the monitor 15. What is the correct method for applying
- D) Test it with a voltage meter thermal paste?
- A) Apply a thick layer over the entire
CPU
10. What is the first step in installing a - B) Apply a small, pea-sized amount in
CPU? the center of the CPU lid
- A) Apply thermal paste - C) Cover only the edges of the CPU
- B) Install the CPU cooler - D) Spread it evenly with a brush
- C) Open the CPU socket
- D) Connect the CPU fan 16. After installing the CPU cooler, what is
the next step?
11. How should you handle a CPU to avoid - A) Turn on the computer
damaging it? - B) Install the RAM
- A) By holding it by the pins - C) Connect the CPU fan to the CPU fan
- B) By holding it by its edges header
- C) By gripping it tightly - D) Apply more thermal paste
- D) By using a screwdriver
17. What should you consult to find the
12. What should you look for to ensure the location of the CPU fan header on the
correct orientation of the CPU? motherboard?
- A) The color of the CPU - A) The internet
- B) The size of the CPU - B) The CPU packaging
- C) The arrow or markings on the CPU - C) The motherboard manual
and socket - D) The power supply unit
- D) The brand of the CPU
18. Where are the RAM slots typically
located on a motherboard?
- A) Near the power supply unit
 - B) Near the CPU socket 24. How should a 2.5-inch SSD or HDD be
- C) Near the storage drives mounted in a drive bay?
- D) Near the graphics card - A) By directly inserting it into the bay
- B) Using mounting brackets or screws
19. What should you do before installing a - C) Using a special adhesive
RAM module? - D) By attaching it to the motherboard
- A) Remove the CPU
- B) Open the clips on both ends of the 25. What is the purpose of connecting a
RAM slot SATA cable to the storage device?
- C) Apply thermal paste to the RAM - A) To provide power to the device
- D) Connect the RAM to the power supply - B) To connect the storage device to the
motherboard for data transfer
20. How should the RAM module be aligned - C) To cool the storage device
for installation? - D) To secure the device in the case
- A) By matching the color of the RAM
with the slot 26. What should be done after connecting
- B) By aligning the notches on the RAM the SATA data and power cables to the
module with the key in the slot storage device?
- C) By matching the length of the RAM - A) Remove the cables and reconnect
module with the slot them
- D) By checking the brand of the RAM - B) Secure the cables to ensure stable
connectivity
21. What indicates that the RAM module is - C) Test the cables with a multimeter
correctly installed? - D) Install additional storage devices
- A) The computer starts immediately
- B) The RAM module is firmly in place 27. Where is the PCIe slot located on the
and the clips snap into place motherboard?
- C) The RAM module is hot to the touch - A) Near the CPU socket
- D) The RAM module lights up - B) Near the RAM slots
- C) Near the storage drives
22. What is the first step in installing a - D) Where the GPU is installed
storage device?
- A) Connect the SATA cables 28. What should be done before installing a
- B) Open your computer case GPU?
- C) Mount the storage device - A) Remove the PCIe slot covers if
- D) Connect the power cable present
- B) Apply thermal paste to the GPU
23. Where are drive bays typically located in - C) Connect the GPU to the power supply
a computer case? - D) Install the GPU drivers
- A) At the back of the case
- B) On the side panel 29. How should you handle the GPU during
- C) In the front or side of the case installation?
- D) Inside the PSU - A) By holding it by the connectors
- B) By holding it by the edges
 - C) By holding it tightly in the middle 1. B
- D) By using a special tool 2. C
3. B
30. What is the first step in PSU 4. B
installation? 5. C
- A) Connect the power cables 6. B
- B) Position the PSU in the mounting 7. B
area 8. C
- C) Locate the PSU mounting area 9. B
- D) Secure the PSU in place 10. C
11. B
31. How should the PSU be positioned in 12. C
the case? 13. B
- A) With the fan facing upward 14. C
- B) With the fan facing downward 15. B
- C) With the PSU facing sideways 16. C
- D) Without considering the fan 17. C
orientation 18. B
19. B
32. What is important to do after connecting 20. B
all internal components? 21. B
- A) Turn on the computer immediately 22. B
- B) Close up the case without checking 23. C
- C) Double-check all connections 24. B
- D) Install additional software 25. B
26. B
33. What is the purpose of organizing 27. D
cables inside the case? 28. A
- A) To enhance the appearance of the 29. B
case 30. C
- B) To improve airflow and ease of 31. B
maintenance 32. C
- C) To increase the power supply output 33. B
- D) To make it easier to transport the 34. C
case
M3-Unit 3
34. Which connectors need to be connected 1. What is the primary role of an operating
from the PSU? system (OS) in a computer?
- A) Only the CPU power connector - A) To clean the computer's hardware
- B) Only the storage drive connectors components
- C) Motherboard’s main 24-pin power - B) To manage hardware resources and
connector, CPU power connector, storage provide a platform for applications
drives, and other components - C) To provide power to the computer
- D) Only the GPU cconnector components
 - D) To connect the computer to the - A) To manage the computer's storage
internet capacity
- B) To allow the OS to communicate with
2. What is required before installing an hardware components
operating system? - C) To clean the computer's software
- A) A licensed antivirus software - D) To install the OS
- B) A USB flash drive or DVD with the
installation media 8. Why is it important to install utility
- C) A printer connected to the computer software on a computer?
- D) An external hard drive for backup - A) To entertain the user with games
- B) To perform maintenance tasks and
3. What is the purpose of configuring BIOS enhance system performance
settings before installing an OS? - C) To increase the computer's
- A) To change the language settings processing power
- B) To ensure the computer boots from - D) To replace the operating system
the installation media Here are multiple-choice questions based
- C) To increase the computer's memory on the provided content:
- D) To install antivirus software

4. What should you do if prompted during 9. What is the first step in installing drivers
OS installation? for your hardware?
- A) Enter the product key if required - A) Downloading drivers from the
- B) Skip setting up a user account operating system's official website
- C) Disconnect all external devices - B) Making a list of the hardware
- D) Change the computer's hardware components that need drivers
configuration - C) Checking the manufacturer's website
for firmware updates
5. What does the installation process of an - D) Installing any available drivers
OS typically involve? through Device Manager
- A) Installing software updates
- B) Installing drivers for external devices 10. Where should you download drivers for
- C) Copying files and configuring settings your hardware components?
- D) Removing existing data from the hard - A) Any website that offers free drivers
drive - B) The operating system's official
website
6. What should be set up after the OS - C) The hardware manufacturer's website
installation is complete? - D) Third-party software repositories
- A) Only install applications
- B) Set up user account and preferences 11. What should you do if your hardware
- C) Perform hardware diagnostics requires manual driver installation?
- D) Format the hard drive again - A) Search for "Device Manager" and
update the driver manually
7. What is the role of device drivers in a - B) Use the hardware's built-in installer
computer system? - C) Run the automatic installation wizard
 - D) Contact technical support for 17. Where can you download application
assistance software from?
- A) Any website offering free software
12. Why is it important to download utility - B) The software developer's website or a
software from reputable sources? trusted repository
- A) To get free additional features - C) Unverified third-party websites
- B) To ensure the software is compatible - D) Peer-to-peer sharing networks
with all hardware
- C) To avoid malware and viruses 18. Why is it important to check system
- D) To guarantee automatic updates requirements before installing software?
- A) To find the best software version
13. What should you check before installing - B) To ensure compatibility and optimal
utility software? performance
- A) The availability of a newer version - C) To avoid having to restart the
- B) Whether the software is free or paid computer
- C) The computer's system requirements - D) To get additional features
- D) The software's user reviews
19. What should you do if the software
14. What is recommended if the new utility requires registration or activation?
software performs similar functions to an - A) Skip the step if possible
existing program? - B) Contact customer support for
- A) Keep both programs running for activation help
better performance - C) Follow the instructions provided to
- B) Disable the new software register or activate using a license key or
- C) Uninstall or disable the conflicting account credentials
software - D) Reinstall the software
- D) Update the existing program
20. What should you always do when
15. What should you do before starting the prompted during software installation?
installation process of utility software? - A) Install all optional components
- A) Update all other software on your - B) Change all default settings
computer - C) Read and accept the software license
- B) Close any unnecessary programs agreement or terms and conditions
running in the background - D) Ignore any prompts and continue with
- C) Back up all files on your computer the installation
- D) Check for system updates
21. What is the first step to take when
16. What is the first step in installing encountering compatibility errors with
application software? software?
- A) Checking system requirements - A) Reinstall the operating system
- B) Running the installation file - B) Check the system requirements
- C) Downloading the software - C) Replace the hardware
- D) Registering or activating the software - D) Use a different installation method
22. If an installation fails, what is a 8. B
recommended action to take? 9. B
- A) Ignore the issue and continue using 10. B
the computer 11. A
- B) Run the installer as an administrator 12. C
- C) Uninstall the operating system 13. C
- D) Turn off the computer and restart 14. C
15. B
23. What should you do if software conflicts 16. C
with other programs on your computer? 17. B
- A) Install more RAM 18. B
- B) Update the operating system 19. C
- C) Uninstall or disable the conflicting 20. C
software 21. B
- D) Replace the hard drive 22. B
23. C
24. Why is it important to update drivers 24. B
when experiencing software issues? 25. C
- A) Drivers are not related to software
issues
- B) Outdated drivers can cause hardware
incompatibility
- C) Updating drivers increases the
computer's physical memory
- D) Drivers help reduce system
overheating

25. What is the role of utility software in a

computer system?
- A) It provides the main user interface for
the system
- B) It manages the physical hardware
components
- C) It helps maintain and optimize system
performance
- D) It is used only for gaming applications

1. B
2. B
3. B
4. A
5. C
6. B
7. B