Computer System Organization and Abstraction Quiz
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Which of the following is true about the diagram on the previous slide?

  • It only shows the hardware of a computer system (correct)
  • It only shows the software of a computer system
  • It shows both the hardware and software of a computer system
  • It does not show any components of a computer system

    • What does the term 'abstraction' mean in software engineering?

  • A nice term for problem solving
  • The process of developing a solution
  • A representation or model (correct)
  • A frequently used term

    • At what levels can the organization of a computer be modeled?

  • Hardware and software
  • Hardware, software, and virtual machines (correct)
  • Hardware only
  • Software only

    • What is an example of an abstraction?

    <p>A map of Ireland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'virtual machine' refer to?

    <p>An abstract computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does the diagram on the previous slide NOT show?

    <p>The software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of 'abstraction' in software engineering?

    <p>The process of modelling the important features of the problem domain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be modeled at different levels of abstraction in a computer?

    <p>The organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'virtual machine' in the context of the text?

    <p>An abstract computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of an abstraction mentioned in the text?

    <p>A route planner</p> Signup and view all the answers

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