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Chapter 1 Test

The document is a test for Chapter 1 of the FIT115C course, authored by Mr. T Mofokeng, dated February 2024. It includes true or false questions, fill-in-the-blank questions, and multiple-choice questions related to computer hardware and components. The test assesses knowledge on topics such as UPS, CPU, motherboards, and various input/output devices.

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Chapter 1 Test

The document is a test for Chapter 1 of the FIT115C course, authored by Mr. T Mofokeng, dated February 2024. It includes true or false questions, fill-in-the-blank questions, and multiple-choice questions related to computer hardware and components. The test assesses knowledge on topics such as UPS, CPU, motherboards, and various input/output devices.

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Chapter 1 test

FIT115C
Mr. T Mofokeng
Date: February 2024
Student Number: _________________________

Question 1: True or False (5 marks)


1. A UPS is recommended to protect computers from power fluctuations.
2. The CPU is responsible for interpreting and executing commands.
3. Motherboards are built for specific chipsets, whether Intel or AMD.
4. Power supplies do not contain any high voltage components.
5. A computer is a device that allows interaction with hardware and performs
calculations or functions.
Question 2: Fill in the missing words (5 marks)
1. ___________limits the maximum amount of RAM that can be installed.
2. _____________ is an example of a non-volatile memory type that is pre-
programmed and permanently attached to the motherboard.
3. A customer comes into a computer parts and service store. The customer is
looking for a device to help a person with accessibility issues input instructions
into a laptop by using a pen. What device should the store owner recommend
accomplishing the required task?
Answer: _________
4. From which type of data storage does the CPU load information for processing
during normal operation and is volatile?
Answer: _________
5. Refer to the exhibit. Which type of adapter is shown?

Assessor: Moderator:
Answer: ______________
Question 3: Multiple choice (5)
1. A customer comes into a computer parts and service store. The customer is
looking for a device to provide secure access to the central server room using a
retinal scan. What device should the store owner recommend accomplishing the
required task?
A. biometric scanner
B. keyboard
C. NFC device
D. flatbed scanner

2. A customer comes into a computer parts and service store. The customer is
looking for a device to manually input text for a new networking textbook that the
customer is writing. What device should the store owner recommend
accomplishing the required task?
A. keyboard
B. biometric scanner
C. NFC device
D. flatbed scanner
3. A customer comes into a computer parts and service store. The customer is
looking for a device to display a promotional presentation to a large audience at a
conference. What device should the store owner recommend accomplishing the
required task?
A. projector
B. joystick or gamepad
C. magstripe reader
D. AR headset

Assessor: Moderator:
4. A technician looks at a motherboard and sees a 24-pin connector. What
component would connect to the motherboard through the use of this 24-pin
connector?
A. power supply
B. video card
C. PATA optical drive
D. SATA drive
E. floppy drive
5. Which statement describes the proper use of an anti-static wrist strap?
A. An anti-static wrist strap should not be used in conjunction with an antistatic
mat.
B. For optimum grounding, the clip should be attached to a painted section of
the computer case.
C. An anti-static wrist strap should make contact with the skin.
D. The anti-static wrist strip should not be attached to any grounded object.

(15 Marks)

Assessor: Moderator:

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