Computer-Studies Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

Computer Studies covers general knowledge of computers, computing terms, and technologies. It focuses on building interest and confidence in using computers.

• Question 61:

  What does RAM and ROM have in common?

  Options:
  A) They both deal with memory
  B) They were both invented by Bill Gates
  C) They do not have anything in common
  D) Their initials are similar
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 62:

  Which among the following generation computers had expensive operation cost?

  Options:
  A) First
  B) Second
  C) Third
  D) Fourth
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 63:

  A computer code that spreads without the user interaction and can cause network performance problem is

  Options:
  A) a trojan
  B) a computer worm
  C) a spyware
  D) a computer virus
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 64:

  Computer files can be characterised by all but,

  Options:
  A) A title
  B) It's accessibility
  C) The ability to be modified
  D) Where it is stored
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 65:

  System software has which major function?

  Options:
  A) Giving utility
  B) making navigation easier for user
  C) controlling the computer system
  D) maintain the system
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 66:

  __________________ is the conversion of computer data from one format to another.

  Options:
  A) data conversion
  B) data implementation
  C) data transmission
  D) data transfer
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 67:

  When records are given a new value, it is called

  Options:
  A) updation
  B) insertion
  C) deletion
  D) retrieval
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 68:

  What is the full form of TCP?

  Options:
  A) Transmission Control Protocol
  B) Transmission Communication Protocol
  C) Transformation Control Protocol
  D) Transmission Central Pass
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 69:

  Binary coded decimals (BCD) numbers express each digit as a ___________

  Options:
  A) byte
  B) nibble
  C) bit
  D) All of the above
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 70:

  What is the primary purpose of Microsoft Excel?

  Options:
  A) To write essays
  B) To show a slide presentation
  C) To solve problems involving numbers
  D) To keep students updated in the latest Microsoft Office product
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  The correct answer is C .