Read each question carefully and select the best answer choice.

Write your answer beside the

corresponding question number.

1.This is volatile memory used for temporary storage of data and instructions that the CPU needs
to access quickly.
a. Random Access Memory (ROM)
b. Read-Only Memory (ROM)
c. Cache Memory
d. Read-Only Storage (ROS)

2. These are devices that allow the computer to receive information from the outside world.
Examples of these are keyboards, mouse, and touchscreens that allow nurses to interact with
nursing informatics systems, inputting data, navigating interfaces, and executing commands.
a. Output Devices
b. Outer Materials
c. Enter Devices
d. Input Devices

3. It refers to physical devices or mediums used to store and retain data in a computer system.
a. Memory
b. Database
c. Software
d. Storage

4. Minicomputers are smaller and less powerful than mainframes but more powerful than
personal computers (PCs). What is the other term for minicomputers?
a. Mainframe Computers
b. Infrared Computer
c. Midrange Computers
d. Nimi Computers

5. It refers to devices and equipment used to facilitate communication and data exchange
between computers and other devices within a network.
a. RJ45 Wires
b. Wirework Hardware
c. Networking Hardware
d. Communication Hardware
6. This is a type of software that performs specialized tasks to enhance system performance,
security, and management.
a. Application Software
b. Engineering Software
c. Development Software
d. Utility Software

7. This is an interdisciplinary field focused on analyzing, collecting, manipulating, storing,

retrieving, and using information effectively.
a. Information Science
b. Information System
c. Information Software
d. Information Technology

8. This serves as a means of communication with computers.

a. Language Programming
b. Programming Language
c. Communication Programming
d. Computer Programming

9. This offers more English-like syntax and are easier for programmers to use, with visual
programming languages and Java gaining importance for internet-based applications.
a. Fortran Generation Language
b. Third-Generation Language
c. Tertiary-Generation Language
d. Higher-Level Language

10. These are information processed and stored by the computer system, including documents,
files, databases, and multimedia content.
a. Syntax
b. System Database
c. Data
d. Storage Management System

11. These are the smallest unit of digital data, representing a single binary digit (0 or 1).
a. Bite
b. Byts
c. Byte
d. Byttes
12. Which storage device is commonly used for long-term archival storage but has slower access
speeds compared to others?
A. USB flash drives
B. Memory Cards
C. Optical Discs
D. Cloud Storage

13. What technology do Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) use to store data?
A. Flash Memory
B. Spinning Magnetic Disk
C. Laser Technology
D. USB Connectivity

14. What technology do Optical Discs use to read and write data?
A. Flash Memory
B. Spinning Magnetic Disk
C. Laser Technology
D. USB Connectivity

15. Which type of programming language requires specifying both what the computer is to do
and how to do it?
A. Low-level languages
B. High-level languages
C. Visual programming languages
D. Third-generation languages

16. What are visual programming languages and Java increasingly important for?
A. Mobile application development
B. Web development and internet-based applications
C. Scientific computing
D. Embedded systems programming

17. Which type of software includes word processing and multimedia editing programs?
A. Utility Software
B. System Software
C. Application Software
D. Graphic Software
18. What is another name for microcomputers?
A. Supercomputers
B. Minicomputers
C. Mainframe computers
D. Personal computers

19. In which industries are mainframe computers commonly used?

A. Retail and hospitality
B. Healthcare and finance
C. Education and research
D. Transportation and logistics

20. Which of the following is an example of system software?

A. Antivirus program
B. Web browser
C. Operating system
D. Word Processing