12 Questions
What is the main function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer?
Running computer programs
Which component of a computer is known as volatile memory?
Random Access Memory (RAM)
What is the role of a software developer in relation to computers?
Designing, creating, and testing computer programs
What are the physical devices that make up a computer collectively known as?
Hardware
What is the function of system software in a computer?
Manage and control basic operations of a computer
How many bits are there in a byte?
8
What is the purpose of the Unicode coding scheme?
It is becoming the standard for representing characters in other languages
How are larger numbers stored in a computer?
By using a binary numbering system
What encoding scheme is used to represent negative numbers in computers?
Two's complement
How are digital images stored in computers?
Converted to binary numbers representing pixel colors
What does the CPU do during the 'decode' stage of program execution?
Decodes fetched instruction to determine which operation to perform
What is the main function of the CPU during program execution cycle?
Executing the operation based on decoded instruction
Test your knowledge about the basics of computers and programming, including topics like introduction to hardware and software, data storage, and how programs work using Python. This quiz covers fundamental concepts mentioned in the book 'Introduction to Computers and Programs' by Pearson Education, Inc.
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