Combined_MCQs_and_TF_Questions

MCQs and True/False Questions
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What is a microcomputer?
a) A large-scale mainframe computer
b) A small computer for individual use
c) A type of memory storage device
d) A program stored in ROM
Answer: b) A small computer for individual use
2. What is the primary characteristic of RAM?
a) It permanently stores data
b) It temporarily stores data
c) It performs initial hardware checks
d) It stores firmware
Answer: b) It temporarily stores data
3. What does ROM stand for?
a) Random Operating Memory
b) Read-Only Memory
c) Rapid Online Memory
d) Registered Operating Module
Answer: b) Read-Only Memory
4. Which of the following is true about RAM?
a) It is non-volatile
b) It loses data when power is off
c) It is slower than ROM
d) It stores firmware
Answer: b) It loses data when power is off
5. Which memory is used to store firmware?
a) RAM
b) ROM
c) Hard Disk
d) Cache
Answer: b) ROM
6. What does BIOS stand for?
a) Basic Integrated Operating System
b) Basic Input/Output System
c) Binary Input/Output System
d) Basic Input Operating Software
Answer: b) Basic Input/Output System
7. What is the main function of BIOS?
a) To load the operating system
b) To store user data
c) To increase processor speed
d) To improve memory capacity
Answer: a) To load the operating system
8. Which memory type is faster in data access?

a) ROM
b) RAM
c) BIOS
d) Hard Drive
Answer: b) RAM
9. What is the key difference between ROM and RAM?
a) RAM is non-volatile, ROM is volatile
b) RAM is volatile, ROM is non-volatile
c) Both can be written to easily
d) ROM is faster than RAM
Answer: b) RAM is volatile, ROM is non-volatile
10. Which memory type stores the operating system during boot?
a) RAM
b) ROM
c) Cache
d) Hard Disk
Answer: b) ROM
11. Which term refers to a computer used by one person at a time?
a) Mainframe
b) Microcomputer
c) Server
d) Minicomputer
Answer: b) Microcomputer
12. What type of memory is typically used for temporary data storage?
a) ROM
b) Hard Drive
c) RAM
d) Cache
Answer: c) RAM
13. What is a key feature of non-volatile memory?
a) Data is lost when power is off
b) Data is retained without power
c) It allows fast write speeds
d) It has a larger capacity than RAM
Answer: b) Data is retained without power
14. Which memory type is primarily used for firmware storage?
a) RAM
b) ROM
c) Cache
d) SSD
Answer: b) ROM
15. What does the BIOS perform during the boot process?
a) Enhances CPU speed
b) Loads user data
c) Checks hardware and loads the OS
d) Saves system settings
Answer: c) Checks hardware and loads the OS

16. What is the primary function of RAM?
a) Storing permanent data
b) Storing temporary data for the CPU
c) Performing hardware checks
d) Loading the OS
Answer: b) Storing temporary data for the CPU
17. What differentiates a microcomputer from a mainframe?
a) Microcomputers are larger and faster
b) Microcomputers are designed for individual use
c) Microcomputers have slower processing
d) Microcomputers require external storage
Answer: b) Microcomputers are designed for individual use
18. What happens to data in RAM when the power is turned off?
a) It is saved to the hard drive
b) It is transferred to ROM
c) It is lost
d) It remains stored
Answer: c) It is lost
19. Which type of memory is used to improve overall system performance?
a) ROM
b) RAM
c) BIOS
d) SSD
Answer: b) RAM
20. What is a common use of ROM?
a) Storing temporary CPU data
b) Storing firmware permanently
c) Running application software
d) Enhancing system speed
Answer: b) Storing firmware permanently
True/False Questions
1. A microcomputer is also known as a personal computer. True
2. RAM retains data even after the power is turned off. False
3. ROM is faster than RAM in terms of data access. False
4. BIOS is stored in ROM. True
5. Minicomputers were larger than mainframes. False
6. BIOS performs initial hardware checks when the computer is powered on. True
7. ROM allows both read and write operations easily. False
8. RAM is used to store firmware permanently. False
9. Data in ROM remains stored even without power. True
10. The main purpose of BIOS is to store user settings. False
11. Microcomputers were introduced before mainframes. False
12. RAM is a type of volatile memory. True
13. Firmware is usually stored in ROM. True
14. ROM can be modified as quickly as RAM. False
15. The operating system is loaded into RAM during the boot process. True
16. Accessing data in RAM is slower than accessing data in ROM. False
17. BIOS is part of the semiconductor memory device. True
18. ROM typically has a smaller capacity than RAM. True
19. RAM is considered non-volatile memory. False
20. Microcomputers are designed for use by multiple users at the same time. False

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Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)

a) A large-scale mainframe computer

b) A small computer for individual use

c) A type of memory storage device

d) A program stored in ROM

Answer: b) A small computer for individual use

2. What is the primary characteristic of RAM?

a) It permanently stores data

b) It temporarily stores data

c) It performs initial hardware checks

Answer: b) It temporarily stores data

3. What does ROM stand for?

a) Random Operating Memory

c) Rapid Online Memory

d) Registered Operating Module

Answer: b) Read-Only Memory

4. Which of the following is true about RAM?

c) It is slower than ROM

Answer: b) It loses data when power is off

5. Which memory is used to store firmware?

6. What does BIOS stand for?

a) Basic Integrated Operating System

b) Basic Input/Output System

c) Binary Input/Output System

d) Basic Input Operating Software

Answer: b) Basic Input/Output System

7. What is the main function of BIOS?

a) To load the operating system

b) To store user data

c) To increase processor speed

d) To improve memory capacity

Answer: a) To load the operating system

8. Which memory type is faster in data access?

9. What is the key difference between ROM and RAM?

a) RAM is non-volatile, ROM is volatile

b) RAM is volatile, ROM is non-volatile

c) Both can be written to easily

d) ROM is faster than RAM

Answer: b) RAM is volatile, ROM is non-volatile

11. Which term refers to a computer used by one person at a time?

13. What is a key feature of non-volatile memory?

a) Data is lost when power is off

b) Data is retained without power

c) It allows fast write speeds

d) It has a larger capacity than RAM

Answer: b) Data is retained without power

14. Which memory type is primarily used for firmware storage?

a) Enhances CPU speed

b) Loads user data

c) Checks hardware and loads the OS

d) Saves system settings

Answer: c) Checks hardware and loads the OS

a) Storing permanent data

b) Storing temporary data for the CPU

c) Performing hardware checks

Answer: b) Storing temporary data for the CPU

17. What differentiates a microcomputer from a mainframe?

a) Microcomputers are larger and faster

b) Microcomputers are designed for individual use