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Evolution of Computers and Definition of Computer

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What are the three principal characteristics of a computer?

Performs calculations randomly, executes instructions based on mood, and retrieves data occasionally

Responds to a specific set of instructions, executes a pre-recorded list of instructions, and can store and retrieve large amounts of data quickly (correct)

Only performs computations accurately, executes instructions slowly, and retrieves data promptly

Operates without any instructions, stores data in a slow manner, and responds to voice commands

In what historical context were human computers primarily engaged?

Cooking delicious meals

Performing specialized and expensive mathematical calculations (correct)

Predicting the weather accurately

Creating artistic masterpieces

When was the term 'computer' first used to describe a person?

In the early 15th century

In the late 19th century

During the Renaissance period

In 1613 (correct)

What was the purpose of tally sticks in ancient times?

To record numbers, quantities, or messages Signup and view all the answers

Where was the abacus first invented?

China Signup and view all the answers

What was the main function of the abacus?

To perform mathematical calculations Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a computer as a programmable machine?

It manipulates data according to a list of instructions Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary role of human computers in history?

Engaged in the calculation of mathematical expressions Signup and view all the answers

When did the term 'computer' first refer to a person who carried out calculations?

1613 Signup and view all the answers

Which ancient civilization is credited with inventing the abacus?

Babylonia Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of computation were tally sticks used for in ancient times?

Recording and documenting numbers, quantities, or messages Signup and view all the answers

What principal characteristic of a computer allows it to respond to instructions?

Manipulating data according to a list of instructions Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the purpose of an abacus?

It is a mechanical device used to aid in mathematical calculations Signup and view all the answers

What separated early human computers from modern electronic computers?

Engagement in specialized and expensive calculations Signup and view all the answers