Computer History and Terminology Quiz
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Which of the following is true about Charles Babbage?

  • He invented the first electronic computer
  • He is known for his contributions to computer programming
  • He designed and built the first mechanical computer and Difference Engine (correct)
  • He is known as the father of computers

    • What does the abbreviation COMPUTER stand for?

  • Commonly Operated Machines Used in Technical and Educational Research (correct)
  • Commonly Oriented Machines Used in Technical and Educational Research
  • Commonly Occupied Machines Used in Technical and Educational Research
  • Commonly Operated Machines Used in Technical and Environmental Research

    • What is the correct definition of a computer?

  • A machine or device that can connect to the internet
  • A machine or device used for playing video games
  • A machine or device used for storing and processing data
  • A machine or device that can be programmed to perform arithmetic (correct)

    • Who is known as the father of computers?

    <p>Charles Babbage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial purpose of a computer?

    <p>To perform calculations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following did Charles Babbage design and build?

    <p>The first mechanical computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct abbreviation for the term COMPUTER?

    <p>Commonly Operated Machines Used in Technical and Educational Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word COMPUTE mean?

    <p>To calculate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct definition of a computer?

    <p>A machine or device that can be programmed to perform arithmetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial purpose of a computer?

    <p>Performing calculations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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