FEDERAL COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE

TECHNOLOGY, FCAPT KANO

COMPUTER DEPARTMENT

COM 214 PRACTICE QUESTIONS

GROUP ASSIGNMENT

1. IBRAHEEM JALO IBRAHEEM - 6671

2. ABDULMALIK HARUNA – 6629
3. AHMAD DAHIRU AHMAD – 6548
4. KAMAL IDRIS GARBA – 6678
5. SAIFULLAHI ABDULLAHI USMAN – 6682
6. ABDULLAHI RABIU IBRAHIM – 6672
7. ABUBAKAR ABDULWAHAB - 6573
8. SABIU WADA –
9. ABDULRAZAK SALISU – 6258
10. AHMAD BELLO IBRAHIM – 6258

NOTE: We make each correct Answer BOLD

20th MAY, 2025

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1. What is the first step in a universal troubleshooting procedure?
a. Replace components B. Define your symptoms
c. Check the operating system d. Reboot the system

2. The Power Good (PG) signal is generated by the:

a. Hard disk b. CPU C. Power supply d. BIOS

3. The address FFFF:0000h contains which instruction during booting?

a. Call b. MOV c. RET D. JMP

4. Which part of the system performs the Power-On Self Test (POST)?
a. Operating system b. CMOS C. BIOS d. CPU

5. Continuous beeping during POST typically indicates a:

a. CPU error B. Memory or video problem c. Keyboard failure
d. CMOS failure

6. What is the purpose of the CONFIG.SYS file during boot-up?

a. Stores system registry b. Executes the command prompt C. Loads device
drivers and sets environment d. Deletes temporary files

7. Which BIOS is known for using complicated beep code patterns?

a. Award b. IBM C. Phoenix d. Dell

8. What is the primary function of the IO.SYS file?

a. Backup BIOS settings b. Initiate printer setup C. Provide low-level device
drivers d. Load graphical interface

9. A memory beep code of 1 long beep usually indicates:

a. Keyboard failure b. Processor overheating C. Memory problem
d. Power supply issue

10. Which diagnostic utility is used to check for file system errors?
a. FDISK b. DEFRAG C. ScanDisk d. EDIT

11. What utility reorganizes file clusters for improved performance?

a. ScanDisk B. DEFRAG c. FORMAT d. CHKDSK

12. Which part of the BIOS startup screen typically displays the motherboard info?
a. Energy Star logo b. Setup program key c. BIOS serial number
D. System logo
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13. When loading Windows 95, which file is responsible for initializing system
defaults?
a. AUTOEXEC.BAT b. WIN.INI C. MSDOS.SYS d. IO.SYS

14. What is the typical cause of a "Non-system disk or disk error" message?
a. Missing BIOS ROM b. Incorrect CPU configuration c. Faulty floppy disk D.
Improper system file arrangement

15. What does the term "cold start" refer to in POST?

a. Rebooting from the OS B. Initial power-on c. Hibernation recovery
d. Battery swap

16. The main drawback of keeping spare PC parts is:

A. Incompatibility with newer hardware b. Storage space issues
c. Excessive cost d. None of the above

17. What function does a DOS boot disk serve in troubleshooting?

a. Enhances graphics b. Recover registry files
C. Starts a system with basic file utilities d. Upgrade system BIOS

18. Which benchmark utility is used for measuring Web server performance?
A. WebBench b. NetBench c. Wintune d. JMark

19. The BIOS beep code "1 long, 2 short" indicates a problem with:
a. Motherboard b. Memory C. Video d. Power supply

20. What is the typical power requirement (in watts) for a hard drive in read/write
mode?
A. 14W b. 8.5W c. 5W d. 1W

21. Which of the following is not a cause of computer failure to boot up?
a. Faulty RAM b. Power supply failure C. Software update
d. Bad electrical connection

22. What is the main purpose of POST?

a. Load the GUI B. Test hardware components
c. Launch Windows Explorer d. Start antivirus software

23. What beep code is associated with a video error in AMI BIOS?
a. 2 short beeps b. 3 long beeps C. 1 long, 3 short beeps
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d. Continuous beeps

24. The segment address for the video BIOS search is:
a. A000:0000h b. B800:0000h C. C000:0000h d. FFFF:0000h

25. What does the command `FDISK /MBR` do?

a. Deletes all data b. Creates partitions C. Repairs the Master Boot Record d.
Formats the hard disk

26. Which is not a memory package style?

a. DIP b. SIP C. JIP d. TSOP

27. The BIOS chip is located on the:

a. Hard disk b. Floppy drive C. Motherboard d. RAM slot

28. In Windows 95, which file manages initialization of low-level device drivers?
a. COMMAND.COM B. IO.SYS c. WIN.INI d. AUTOEXEC.BAT

29. What type of memory module supports 64-bit data transfer?

a. SIMM b. SRAM C. DIMM d. DIP

30. A PC technician should regularly use ScanDisk to:

a. Create directories b. Defragment files C. Detect and fix file errors
d. Edit system registry

31. What is the purpose of the BIOS startup screen?

a. Boot into Linux b. Run software updates C. Provide system and BIOS
information d. Load Microsoft Office

32. Which of the following is not a software diagnostic utility?

a. ScanDisk b. Disk Defragmenter c. EDIT D. WinRAR

33. A diagnostic program that compares performance before and after a hardware
upgrade is:
a. Defrag B. Benchmark c. Task Manager d. BIOS

34. What does a beep code of "continuous beeping" indicate in Award BIOS?
a. Missing keyboard b. Power issue C. Memory or video problem
d. CMOS battery failure

35. What component typically stores the BIOS?

a. Floppy disk b. Hard disk C. ROM chip d. RAM

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36. Which of these is a tool for evaluating Java virtual machines?
a. NetBench b. WebBench C. JMark d. ServerBench
37. A hard drive that spins up and then spins down may indicate:
a. Healthy disk b. BIOS update C. Signal or communication issue
d. Software conflict
38. A reversed signal cable on a hard disk will typically result in:
a. Increased speed b. BIOS update prompt C. Drive light staying on
d. Blue screen error

39. The line "device=mh32bit.386" in SYSTEM.INI causes:

a. System optimization b. RAM corruption
C. Incompatibility with protected mode d. Boot speedup

40. Which file is used to install and load device drivers in DOS?
a. AUTOEXEC.BAT B. CONFIG.SYS c. WIN.INI d. SYSTEM.DAT

41. In troubleshooting, the symptom "no text or beeps at startup" often suggests:
A. Video failure b. Boot sector error c. Loose memory module
d. Damaged hard disk

42. What memory module typically has 168 pins?

a. SOJ b. DIP c. SIMM D. DIMM

43. What causes DOS Compatibility Mode in Windows 95?

a. Fast startup b. Improper CMOS settings C. Unsupported disk drivers d.
Antivirus software

44. What does a yellow "!" on a device in Device Manager signify?

a. Updated driver B. Resource conflict c. Plug-and-play compatibility
d. System backup

45. What is a typical access time for fast RAM chips?

a. 100 ms B. 70 ns c. 10 sec d. 500 ms

46. What is the meaning of "wait state" in memory?

a. Error state b. CPU is idle c. Memory responds instantly
D. Delay in memory response

47. Which of the following best describes a warm start?

a. Pressing the power button B. Rebooting using Ctrl+Alt+Del
c. Changing CMOS battery d. Loading BIOS
48. What does a red "X" on a device in Device Manager indicate?
a. Malware detected b. Overheating C. Device is disabled or removed
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d. Normal status
49. What is the first file loaded when booting from a Windows 95 DOS disk?
A. IO.SYS b. COMMAND.COM c. MSDOS.SYS d. SYSTEM.DAT
50. The message "Invalid partition table" during boot-up suggests:
a. Faulty CPU b. RAM corruption C. No active bootable partition
b. d. Keyboard malfunction
51. What causes "ROM BASIC" error messages?
a. Overclocked CPU b. CMOS battery failure C. Invalid boot sector
d. Video card failure

52. What is the maximum number of partitions a disk can have, including extended
ones?
a. 2 B. 4 c. 24 d. 10

53. Which tool is best suited for fixing boot sector issues?
a. DEFRAG B. FDISK /MBR c. SCANDISK d. DEBUG

54. Which of these is a symptom of hard disk mechanical failure?

a. Blue screen b. Missing files C. Clicking sound
d. Low memory warning

55. The beep code "1 long beep" on Award BIOS is usually related to:
a. CMOS issue b. Hard disk crash C. Memory failure
d. Keyboard unplugged

56. What does POST check first?

a. CMOS settings B. CPU and memory c. Hard drive d. Keyboard

57. If IO.SYS is renamed in Windows 95, it becomes:

a. IO.X.SYS b. BOOT.SYS C. WINBOOT.SYS d. BIOS.SYS

58. A "Disk boot failure" message could be caused by:

a. Missing antivirus B. Damaged boot sector c. Full RAM
d. Incorrect resolution

59. Which of these is not a typical benchmark utility?

a. ServerBench b. BatteryMark C. ScanDisk d. Wintune

60. Which is designed for benchmarking network file servers?

a. ServerBench B. NetBench c. WebBench d. CPU-Z

61. What is the purpose of the SMART command set in modern hard drives?
a. Increase boot speed b. Improve security C. Monitor drive health
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d. Speed up applications

62. Which power mode consumes the least energy on a hard drive?
a. Idle b. Spin-up C. Standby d. Read/write

63. What tool can help recover accidentally deleted files in DOS?
a. FDISK B. UNDELETE c. CHKDSK d. FORMAT
64. When troubleshooting hardware, what is the most common first step?
a. Replace the OS b. Reformat the drive C. Identify symptoms
d. Clean the CPU fan

65. What is the function of the bootstrap process?

a. Start the printer b. Transfer BIOS to RAM C. Boot the operating system d.
Clear CMOS

66. An "Invalid system disk" error typically results from:

a. Corrupt registry b. Virus infection C. A non-bootable disk in the drive d.
Dead CMOS battery

67. What is the main function of the CMOS battery?

a. Power the hard drive b. Save user files C. Retain BIOS settings
d. Cool the processor

68. What is the most likely issue if your PC turns on but shows nothing on screen?
a. Missing driver b. BIOS password C. Video card failure
d. RAM overflow

69. Which file is the DOS kernel in MS-DOS systems?

a. COMMAND.COM B. MSDOS.SYS c. IO.SYS d. CONFIG.SYS

70. A loud clicking sound from the hard drive is a sign of:
a. Malware b. Overheating C. Mechanical failure d. Overvoltage

71. What type of diagnostic tool is Wintune?

a. Hard disk formatting b. Video testing C. General benchmark
d. Bootloader

72. A single long beep followed by three short beeps means:

a. Keyboard failure b. Hard drive crash C. Video error
d. CPU not responding

73. To create a bootable disk in Windows 95, which utility would you use?
a. Disk Cleanup B. Add/Remove Programs c. Device Manager
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d. BIOS setup

74. A PC emits no beeps, no video, and no POST on startup. What's most likely?
a. Faulty CPU b. Hard disk failure c. OS not installed
D. RAM not seated properly

75. Which is not a memory form factor?

a. SIMM b. DIMM c. SOJ D. HDMI
76. Which utility is best used for defragmentation?
a. SCANDISK B. DEFRAG c. FDISK d. FORMAT

77. When BIOS fails to detect the hard drive, what is first to check?
a. Windows settings b. Antivirus configuration
C. Drive power and signal cables d. Hard disk password

78. Which memory type is best suited for cache?

a. DRAM B. SRAM c. ROM d. PROM

79. Which occurs during the POST process?

a. CMOS reset b. Virus scan C. RAM and device testing d. OS loading

80. A system keeps rebooting at startup. Most likely cause is:

a. Too much RAM B. Faulty power supply c. Outdated wallpaper
d. Misconfigured desktop

81. What Windows 95 file executes the AUTOEXEC.BAT script?

A. COMMAND.COM b. CONFIG.SYS c. WIN.INI d. SYSTEM.INI

82. Which is an example of extended memory?

a. Below 640KB b. Between 640KB and 1MB C. Above 1MB
d. Inside CMOS

83. Which component is least likely to cause a no-boot situation?

a. Power supply B. Sound card c. Motherboard d. RAM

84. A file system error is best corrected using:

a. WIN.COM B. CHKDSK c. FORMAT d. DEBUG

85. Which memory package has leads shaped like the letter "J"?
a. DIP b. SIP C. SOJ d. SIMM

86. What does a "No fixed disk present" message mean?

a. BIOS not loading b. No floppy inserted C. Hard disk not detected
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d. Incorrect keyboard

87. To recover from accidental format, which utility should you try first?
a. FDISK b. FORMAT C. UNFORMAT d. DEFRAG

88. The IO.SYS file overlaps with which file during system startup?
a. COMMAND.COM b. SYSTEM.INI C. MSDOS.SYS
d. AUTOEXEC.BAT

89. What is the purpose of benchmark testing after a system upgrade?

a. Identify malware b. Set user preferences
C. Measure performance improvement d. Reset BIOS

90. In troubleshooting, replacing a sub-assembly is preferred because:

a. Components are too advanced B. Systems do not allow repairs
c. Component repairs are illegal d. Software is unavailable

91. Most probable reason a system halts during BIOS startup is:
a. Low RAM b. Faulty display C. ROM checksum failure
d. Plugged-in USB

92. What is the bootable memory address used by the CPU at start?
a. 0000:0000 b. A000:0000 c. C000:0000 D. FFFF:0000

93. What is the function of POST beep codes?

a. Confirm OS boot b. Show BIOS version C. Indicate hardware status d.
Control keyboard layout

94. A hard drive's inability to boot but ability to access files from floppy suggests:
a. Disk is unformatted b. No OS installed C. Boot sector is corrupted
d. Power surge

95. A 30-pin memory module is most likely a:

a. DIMM B. SIMM c. DIP d. DDR

96. If BIOS cannot access the video card, it will:

a. Use a USB driver B. Emit beep codes c. Show graphical error
d. Skip POST

97. Which utility helps measure battery life in real usage?

A. BatteryMark b. PowerDiag c. WattBench d. CMOS Reader

98. A reversed IDE cable is most likely to cause:

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a. Overheating B. Continuous drive LED c. Fast boot
d. CMOS corruption

99. When does BIOS transfer control to the OS?

A. After POST completes b. On power-up c. After bootloader fails
d. During configuration

100. To avoid data loss during repair, always:

a. Unplug monitor b. Connect to internet C. Backup hard drive
d. Clean keyboard

101. What does POST use to report errors when the display system isn't ready?
a. LEDs b. BIOS messages C. Beep codes d. CMOS alerts

102. What kind of error does "Diskette boot record error" indicate?
a. BIOS error b. Video card failure C. Invalid volume boot sector
d. Hardware conflict

103. If first byte of DOS volume boot sector is less than 06h, it is considered:
a. Valid boot B. Virus signature c. Boot error d. Memory glitch

104. What happens when no bootable partition is found?

a. System tries reboot B. "Invalid partition table" error c. CMOS reset d.
RAM test begins

105. If system BIOS fails to find external video ROM, what does it use?
A. Internal BIOS routine b. USB video c. Hard disk d. CMOS mirror

106. Which file contains extensions to BIOS for device initialization in Windows 95?
a. MSDOS.SYS b. CONFIG.SYS C. IO.SYS d. COMMAND.COM

107. Default bootable address for loading master boot sector into memory?
a. 7E00h B. 0000:7C00h c. C000:7FFFh d. F000:7C00h

108. Which component checks for attached devices like floppy drives during POST?
a. CMOS B. BIOS c. OS d. Registry

109. Windows registry file that WINBOOT.SYS looks for is:

a. SYSTEM.REG b. SYSTEM.BAT C. SYSTEM.DAT d. SYSTEM.INI

110. Purpose of AUTOEXEC.BAT?

a. Initialize BIOS b. Load registry C. Process batch commands
d. Launch OS kernel
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111. If hard disk accessible via boot disk but won't boot itself, suspect:
a. Video ROM b. CPU failure C. Corrupted boot files d. CMOS battery

112. What test does BIOS perform first during system initialization?
a. Video test b. Floppy drive test C. CPU and chipset test
d. Hard disk test

113. Error "ROM BASIC not found" often follows:

a. Corrupted registry b. Missing hard drive C. Failed boot sector
d. CMOS mismatch

114. BIOS identifies difference between cold and warm start using:
a. CMOS battery b. POST codes C. 0000:0472h memory address
d. FDISK flags

115. Which POST result indicates successful test?

a. Two short beeps b. One long beep C. One short beep d. No beeps

116. Which file initializes Windows GUI?

A. WIN.COM b. IO.SYS c. SYSTEM.DAT d. WINBOOT.INI

117. Major cause of missing files after improper shutdown is:

a. Drive fragmentation b. Corrupt registry C. FAT corruption d. Driver update

118. Valid use of SCANDISK utility?

a. Format drives B. Repair file system c. Load drivers
d. Remove viruses

119. Last file loaded in clean DOS boot process?

a. MSDOS.SYS b. IO.SYS c. AUTOEXEC.BAT D. COMMAND.COM

120. Utility that creates/manages drive partitions?

a. CHKDSK b. SCANDISK C. FDISK d. FORMAT

121. Memory package typically used in laptops?

a. DIMM B. TSOP c. DIP d. SOJ

122. Term "contiguous files" refers to files that are:

a. Compressed b. Fragmented C. Located in one place on disk
d. Copied into RAM

123. File Windows 95 looks for first when booting from DOS partition?
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a. MSDOS.SYS B. IO.SYS c. COMMAND.COM d. WIN.INI

124. If POST doesn't complete but no display shows, what might help?
a. Registry logs b. Event viewer C. Beep codes d. CMOS reset

125. System shows black screen and no beep on startup. Most likely cause?
a. BIOS update B. RAM not seated c. Overclocked CPU
d. Corrupted OS

126. Memory test error is most likely reported by:

a. Registry b. SCANDISK C. POST d. WIN.COM

127. Which beep code indicates video failure on most AMI BIOS systems?
a. 1 short b. 2 short C. 1 long, 3 short d. Continuous long beeps

128. Utility that checks/reports disk performance degradation over time?

a. UNFORMAT b. DrivePro C. SCANDISK d. BatteryMark

129. 4-pin Molex connector supplies which voltages?

A. +5V and +12V b. -5V and -12V c. +3.3V and +5V d. +5V and -5V

130. What could cause BIOS not to retain time/settings?

a. Bad RAM b. Old OS C. CMOS battery failure d. Damaged CPU

131. BIOS chip stores content in what memory type?

a. SRAM b. DRAM C. EEPROM d. SDRAM

132. Advantage of DIMMs over SIMMs?

a. Smaller size b. Better heat dissipation C. Support 64-bit data
d. Faster USB interface

133. DOS Compatibility Mode in Windows 95 reduces performance because:

a. Uses too much RAM b. Disables GUI C. Uses real-mode drivers
d. Uninstalls antivirus

134. Where is POST code written during execution?

A. I/O port 80h b. CMOS chip c. RAM address 0000:0472
d. BIOS EEPROM

135. What does UNFORMAT utility help recover?

a. Boot record b. Deleted drivers C. Recently formatted files
d. System.ini file

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136. "No boot device available" message implies:
a. Overheating B. No bootable partition or corrupt boot sector
c. USB conflict d. Virus activity

137. Which is not a step in booting process?

a. Power-On b. BIOS loading c. POST D. RAM formatting

138. Continuous ringing beep during POST most likely indicates:

a. CMOS issue b. Bad BIOS version C. RAM or video card problem
d. Dead power supply

139. To replace sub-assembly, technician must know:

a. BIOS version B. Manufacturer's part number c. OS version
d. Registry path

140. Beep pattern 1 long beep followed by 2 short ones typically means:
a. Keyboard failure b. Power surge C. Video adapter error
d. CPU overheat

141. File storing system parameters from BIOS setup screen?

a. CONFIG.SYS b. SYSTEM.INI C. CMOS d. SYSTEM CMOS sheet

142. When BIOS searches for additional ROMs, it scans memory in:
a. 1KB blocks b. 2KB increments C. 512B sectors d. 4MB chunks

143. What does NetBench primarily test?

a. Processor speed b. Web server performance C. Network file server I/O d.
BIOS configuration

144. ServerBench measures:

a. Disk fragmentation b. Graphics rendering C. Server transaction speed d.
Audio output

145. Feature making TSOP packages suitable for laptops?

A. Size and thickness b. Performance c. Color d. Durability

146. What causes drive LED to stay on continuously but prevents access?
a. Incorrect OS b. RAM overload C. Reversed signal cable
d. CMOS mismatch

147. Major limitation of keeping old spare PC parts?

a. Can't be tested b. Usually expensive C. Compatibility issues
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d. Lack manuals

148. Typical reason for "No fixed disk present" error?

a. Video card fault b. File corruption C. Misconfigured CMOS
d. Missing CD-ROM

149. During boot, BIOS loads MBR from:

a. IO.SYS B. Cylinder 0, head 0, sector 1 c. RAM d. Track 80

150. Common signal that hard drive is defective?

a. Blinking cursor b. Beep code C. Clicking sound d. Long boot delay

151. Which utility relocates fragmented files for better access speed?
a. SCANDISK b. FDISK C. DEFRAG d. SYS

152. Which diagnostic tool helps predict potential hard drive failure?
A. SMART utility b. Disk Cleanup c. BIOS reset d. Diskpart

153. What happens if no bootable media is found in entire boot sequence?

a. OS installs automatically b. System shuts down
C. "No boot device available" message d. BIOS retries POST

154. BIOS version and manufacturer are displayed:

a. After POST B. Before RAM test c. During OS loading d. At desktop

155. "Invalid partition table" may appear due to:

a. USB drive conflict B. Multiple active partitions c. Bad CMOS battery d.
POST failure

156. Which is not symptom of memory failure?

a. Random reboots b. Blue screen C. Clicking sound d. Beep codes

157. Memory component commonly used in BIOS chips?

a. SRAM b. PROM C. EEPROM d. SDRAM

158. Which is true about benchmark utilities?

a. All give identical results B. Results vary based on hardware
c. Clean hard drives d. Only work with DOS

159. Risk of comparing benchmarks from different programs?

a. Low resolution B. Inconsistent scoring c. Software crash
d. OS reinstallation
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160. Safe way to store small parts during disassembly?
a. Leave on table B. In anti-static bags c. On magnet
d. Inside system unit

161. Which file typically gets overwritten during IO.SYS execution?

a. COMMAND.COM B. MSDOS.SYS c. CONFIG.SYS
d. AUTOEXEC.BAT

162. Error "Non-system disk or disk error" usually means:

a. Missing CMOS battery b. Corrupt keyboard driver
C. Booted from non-bootable floppy d. Faulty mouse

163. To document maintenance history, technicians use:

a. Fault code reader b. CMOS dump C. Fault report forms d. BIOS log

164. In absence of video card beep, how else to diagnose?

a. Open registry B. Use POST card c. Change mouse d. Open Windows

165. Which can delay BIOS from initializing CPU?

a. Bad battery B. No power good signal c. No boot sector d. Beep code

166. Major goal of system documentation is:

a. Software recovery b. Registry backup
C. Future troubleshooting reference d. Activate updates

167. Device managing address translation between CPU and memory?

A. Chipset b. BIOS c. Clock d. Hard drive

168. Properly formatted bootable diskette must contain:

a. AUTOEXEC.BAT B. IO.SYS and MSDOS.SYS c. SYSTEM.INI
d. WIN.COM

169. Beep codes are specific to:

a. OS version b. Power supply C. BIOS manufacturer
d. Screen resolution

170. Common cause of overheating in PCs?

a. BIOS version B. Dust accumulation c. Video card swap
d. CMOS setup

171. Main function of CONFIG.SYS?

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a. Load user profiles b. Load BIOS C. Load device drivers
d. Launch applications

172. CMOS battery primarily powers:

a. Operating system b. BIOS chip c. RAM
D. Real-time clock and BIOS settings

173. Which utility repairs directory structures and lost clusters?

a. FORMAT b. CHKDSK c. UNDELETE D. SCANDISK

174. Short beep at startup followed by boot is:

a. CPU fault b. Memory issue C. Normal d. Video error

175. File executed if no SHELL statement found in CONFIG.SYS?

a. WIN.COM b. IO.SYS C. COMMAND.COM d. MSDOS.SYS

176. Why is red stripe on ribbon cable important?

a. Adds speed b. Prevents overheating C. Indicates pin 1 d. Controls data flow

177. How many pins standard IDE cable typically has?

a. 24 b. 36 C. 40 d. 64

178. When BIOS fails to detect floppy drive, problem might be:
A. CMOS not configured b. Power surge c. Missing antivirus
d. OS corruption

179. Utility checking integrity of FAT?

a. FORMAT b. DEBUG C. SCANDISK d. DISKCOPY

180. Component using "landing zone"?

a. CPU b. Memory C. Hard disk d. PSU

181. Corrupted MBR can be fixed using which command?

a. FORMAT C: B. FDISK /MBR c. CHKDSK /F d. SYS C:

182. Missing/damaged 32-bit driver in Windows 95 results in:

a. Fatal system error B. DOS compatibility mode c. Memory dump
d. POST failure

183. What could cause hard disk to not be recognized by BIOS?

A. Incorrect jumper settings b. Slow RAM c. Video adapter error
d. Low battery

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184. What type of program is POST?
a. Application b. Boot loader C. Diagnostic d. Antivirus

185. File executing device=statements during boot?

a. MSDOS.SYS B. CONFIG.SYS c. AUTOEXEC.BAT d. WIN.INI

186. Type of ROM that is non-volatile and erasable?

a. DRAM b. SRAM C. EEPROM d. DIMM

187. Tool useful for testing software vs hardware failure?

a. BIOS setup B. Benchmark utility c. Disk cleanup
d. Format utility
188. Symptom of failing video RAM on graphics card?
a. Clicking noise B. Random screen artifacts c. Missing drive
d. No power

189. POST card is inserted into which slot?

a. RAM slot B. PCI/ISA slot c. CPU socket d. AGP port

190. BIOS code and manufacturer typically displayed:

a. After booting OS B. During POST c. At login screen
d. After installing drivers

191. Short pause followed by more beeps in Phoenix BIOS indicates:

a. CMOS mismatch b. Warm boot C. Multi-pattern error code
d. Successful boot

192. File containing protected-mode drivers in Windows 95?

a. IO.SYS B. ESDI_506.PDR c. CONFIG.SYS d. MSDOS.SYS

193. Faulty SCSI bus termination may cause:

a. POST to fail b. Boot disk corruption C. Drive not found error
d. Loss BIOS settings

194. If drive's root directory is corrupted:

a. Virus warning b. OS auto-repair C. Inaccessible subdirectories
d. Hard disk speeds up

195. Repeated "drive light stays on" issue could indicate:

a. Normal boot b. Incorrect jumper C. Reversed signal cable
d. CMOS reset

196. Undocumented beep codes typically indicate:

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a. CMOS cleared b. BIOS corruption C. Manufacturer-specific issue
d. OS not found

197. DOS file handling basic command-line operations?

a. MSDOS.SYS b. WIN.COM C. COMMAND.COM
d. AUTOEXEC.BAT

198. What does "ghosting" a hard drive mean?

a. Hiding from BIOS B. Creating sector-level backup
c. Cleaning temp files d. Compressing data
199. Utility showing all devices and status in Windows?
a. Task Manager b. BIOS setup C. Device Manager d. WIN.INI

200. Term "flash BIOS" refers to:

a. Installing new OS b. Erasing memory C. Updating BIOS firmware
d. Resetting CMOS

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