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BBC Micro Bit: Computer Education Hardware Quiz

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When was the Micro Bit first announced?

6 July 2015

12 March 2015 (correct)

10 February 2016

10 October 2015

What does the Micro Bit contain in terms of sensors?

Accelerometer and magnetometer sensors (correct)

Temperature and humidity sensors

Light and proximity sensors

GPS and NFC sensors

Which processor is used in the Micro Bit?

ARM Cortex-M0 processor (correct)

AMD Ryzen processor

Intel i7 processor

Qualcomm Snapdragon processor

How many LEDs are there in the Micro Bit display?

25 LEDs Signup and view all the answers

How was the Micro Bit intended to be used in the UK?

For computer education Signup and view all the answers

In what month and year did the actual delivery of Micro Bits to schools begin?

February 2016 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Micro:bit according to the text?

To inspire children to write software and build new things Signup and view all the answers

What type of battery did early prototypes of the Micro:bit have?

Button battery Signup and view all the answers

How is the Python programming experience on the Micro:bit provided?

Via MicroPython Signup and view all the answers

What type of connectors can be used with the I/O of the Micro:bit?

4 mm banana plugs Signup and view all the answers

How are user codes compiled for the Micro:bit?

Using a cloud compiler service Signup and view all the answers

What was the BBC's plan regarding distribution of the Micro:bit?

'To give it away for free to every Year 7 child in Britain' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Micro Bit Overview

The Micro Bit was first announced in 2015.
It contains several sensors, including a compass, accelerometer, and light sensor.

Hardware

The Micro Bit is powered by a Nordic nRF51822 processor.
The device features a 25-LED display.
Early prototypes used a CR2032 coin cell battery.

Usage and Distribution

The Micro Bit was intended to be used in the UK to promote coding and computer science in schools.
The actual delivery of Micro Bits to schools began in March 2016.
The BBC's plan was to distribute one million Micro Bits to Year 7 students in the UK.

Programming and Development

The purpose of the Micro:bit is to provide a platform for students to learn programming and coding concepts.
The Python programming experience on the Micro:bit is provided through the MicroPython platform.
The Micro:bit's I/O can be used with edge connectors, such as Edge Connector Breakout boards.
User codes are compiled for the Micro:bit using the online compiler or a local compiler.

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Test your knowledge about the BBC Micro Bit, an open source hardware ARM-based embedded system designed for computer education in the UK. Learn about its features, design, and purpose in education.