MCQs on Introduction to Computer Components
1. What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?
o A) Store data
o B) Process data
o C) Manage power
o D) Connect peripherals
Answer: B) Process data
2. Which component is known as the "brain" of the computer?
o A) RAM
o B) Motherboard
o C) CPU
o D) Hard Drive
Answer: C) CPU
3. What does RAM stand for?
o A) Random Access Memory
o B) Read Access Memory
o C) Rapid Access Memory
o D) None of the above
Answer: A) Random Access Memory
4. Which storage device is non-volatile and commonly used for permanent data storage?
o A) RAM
o B) Cache
o C) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
o D) CPU
Answer: C) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
5. What is the purpose of the motherboard?
o A) To cool the CPU
o B) To connect all computer components
o C) To store files
o D) To provide power
Answer: B) To connect all computer components
6. Which of the following is a type of output device?
o A) Keyboard
o B) Monitor
o C) Mouse
o D) Scanner
Answer: B) Monitor
7. What is the function of the power supply unit (PSU)?
o A) To provide data storage
o B) To convert AC to DC power
o C) To connect peripherals
o D) To process information
Answer: B) To convert AC to DC power
8. What type of memory is used for temporary data storage while a computer is running?
o A) Hard Disk
o B) Flash Memory
o C) RAM
o D) ROM
Answer: C) RAM
9. Which component is responsible for rendering graphics?
o A) CPU
o B) GPU
o C) RAM
o D) SSD
Answer: B) GPU
10. What is the role of the hard drive in a computer?
o A) Execute instructions
o B) Store data permanently
o C) Provide input
o D) Manage processes
Answer: B) Store data permanently
11. Which of the following is considered a volatile memory?
o A) SSD
o B) HDD
o C) RAM
o D) ROM
Answer: C) RAM
12. What does BIOS stand for?
o A) Basic Input Output System
o B) Binary Input Output System
o C) Basic Integrated Output System
o D) Binary Integrated Output System
Answer: A) Basic Input Output System
13. Which type of connector is typically used for connecting a monitor to a computer?
o A) USB
o B) HDMI
o C) Ethernet
o D) Audio Jack
Answer: B) HDMI
14. What is an SSD?
o A) Solid State Drive
o B) Secondary Storage Device
o C) System Storage Disk
o D) Secure Storage Drive
Answer: A) Solid State Drive
15. Which of the following components can be upgraded to improve computer performance?
o A) Motherboard
o B) Power Supply
o C) RAM
o D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
16. What does a network interface card (NIC) do?
o A) Connects the computer to a network
o B) Manages power supply
o C) Stores data
o D) Processes graphics
Answer: A) Connects the computer to a network
17. Which device is primarily used for input?
o A) Monitor
o B) Printer
o C) Keyboard
o D) Speakers
Answer: C) Keyboard
18. What is the function of cache memory?
o A) Long-term storage
o B) Temporary storage for frequently accessed data
o C) Network connection
o D) Input processing
Answer: B) Temporary storage for frequently accessed data
19. Which part of the computer is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?
o A) Control Unit
o B) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
o C) Memory Unit
o D) Input Unit
Answer: B) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
20. What is the typical function of a cooling system in a computer?
o A) Store data
o B) Increase processing speed
o C) Remove heat generated by components
o D) Provide power
Answer: C) Remove heat generated by components
MCQs on Hardware and Software
1. Which of the following is a hardware component?
o A) Operating System
o B) Word Processor
o C) Keyboard
o D) Database
Answer: C) Keyboard
2. What type of software is designed to perform specific tasks for users?
o A) System Software
o B) Application Software
o C) Utility Software
o D) Firmware
Answer: B) Application Software
3. Which of the following is considered system software?
o A) Microsoft Word
o B) Windows Operating System
o C) Adobe Photoshop
o D) Mozilla Firefox
Answer: B) Windows Operating System
4. What is the primary purpose of an operating system?
o A) To protect the hardware
o B) To manage hardware and software resources
o C) To run applications
o D) To store files
Answer: B) To manage hardware and software resources
5. Which hardware component temporarily holds data for quick access?
o A) Hard Disk Drive
o B) RAM
o C) CPU
o D) ROM
Answer: B) RAM
6. What type of software helps to manage and control computer hardware?
o A) Application Software
o B) Utility Software
o C) System Software
o D) Middleware
Answer: C) System Software
7. Which of the following is an example of application software?
o A) Linux
o B) Microsoft Excel
o C) BIOS
o D) Device Driver
Answer: B) Microsoft Excel
8. What does the acronym “RAM” stand for?
o A) Read-Access Memory
o B) Random-Access Memory
o C) Rapid-Access Memory
o D) Read-Only Memory
Answer: B) Random-Access Memory
9. Which device is considered an input device?
o A) Monitor
o B) Printer
o C) Mouse
o D) Speaker
Answer: C) Mouse
10. Which of the following is a type of storage device?
o A) CPU
o B) RAM
o C) SSD
o D) GPU
Answer: C) SSD
11. What is the function of utility software?
o A) To provide a user interface
o B) To manage and maintain computer resources
o C) To connect to the internet
o D) To create graphics
Answer: B) To manage and maintain computer resources
12. Which of the following software is responsible for controlling a printer?
o A) Application Software
o B) Device Driver
o C) Operating System
o D) Utility Software
Answer: B) Device Driver
13. What is firmware?
o A) Temporary software
o B) Permanent software programmed into a hardware device
o C) A type of application software
o D) A network protocol
Answer: B) Permanent software programmed into a hardware device
14. Which of the following best describes open-source software?
o A) Software that is free to use but not modifiable
o B) Software that is proprietary and can only be purchased
o C) Software whose source code is available for modification and redistribution
o D) Software that is installed on a single machine only
Answer: C) Software whose source code is available for modification and redistribution
15. What is the primary purpose of a device driver?
o A) To connect hardware to the operating system
o B) To enhance computer performance
o C) To protect against malware
o D) To manage user accounts
Answer: A) To connect hardware to the operating system
16. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of software?
o A) It is intangible
o B) It requires hardware to run
o C) It can be physically touched
o D) It can be updated easily
Answer: C) It can be physically touched
17. What does the acronym “GPU” stand for?
o A) General Processing Unit
o B) Graphical Processing Unit
o C) Graphics Production Unit
o D) General Purpose Unit
Answer: B) Graphical Processing Unit
18. Which of the following is an example of utility software?
o A) Antivirus software
o B) Web browser
o C) Text editor
o D) Spreadsheet application
Answer: A) Antivirus software
19. Which hardware component is responsible for executing instructions in a computer?
o A) Hard Drive
o B) RAM
o C) CPU
o D) Motherboard
Answer: C) CPU
20. What type of software would you use to create and edit documents?
o A) Database Software
o B) Word Processing Software
o C) Spreadsheet Software
o D) Presentation Software
Answer: B) Word Processing Software
MCQs on Motherboard Components and Processors
1. What is the main function of the motherboard?
o A) Store data permanently
o B) Connect and communicate between various computer components
o C) Provide power to all components
o D) Control the temperature of the CPU
Answer: B) Connect and communicate between various computer components
2. Which component of the motherboard is responsible for managing data flow between the CPU
and other components?
o A) RAM
o B) Power Supply
o C) Chipset
o D) GPU
Answer: C) Chipset
3. What type of memory is commonly found on the motherboard for storing BIOS?
o A) RAM
o B) ROM
o C) SSD
o D) HDD
Answer: B) ROM
4. Which slot is typically used to install a graphics card on a motherboard?
o A) PCIe
o B) DIMM
o C) SATA
o D) AGP
Answer: A) PCIe
5. What is the purpose of the CPU socket on the motherboard?
o A) To connect RAM modules
o B) To house the CPU
o C) To provide power to the motherboard
o D) To connect peripheral devices
Answer: B) To house the CPU
6. Which component provides temporary storage for data and instructions during processing?
o A) Hard Drive
o B) ROM
o C) RAM
o D) GPU
Answer: C) RAM
7. What is the role of the Northbridge chip on the motherboard?
o A) Connect peripheral devices
o B) Manage data between the CPU, RAM, and GPU
o C) Provide power to the motherboard
o D) Store firmware
Answer: B) Manage data between the CPU, RAM, and GPU
8. Which of the following is a function of the Southbridge chip?
o A) Control CPU operations
o B) Manage I/O functions and storage interfaces
o C) Control graphics processing
o D) Increase CPU speed
Answer: B) Manage I/O functions and storage interfaces
9. What does the term “form factor” refer to in relation to motherboards?
o A) The size and shape of the motherboard
o B) The type of CPU supported
o C) The type of RAM supported
o D) The number of USB ports available
Answer: A) The size and shape of the motherboard
10. Which processor architecture is known for its ability to execute multiple instructions
simultaneously?
o A) RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computing)
o B) CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computing)
o C) ARM
o D) x86
Answer: A) RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computing)
11. What does the acronym “CPU” stand for?
o A) Central Processing Unit
o B) Core Processing Unit
o C) Control Processing Unit
o D) Computer Processing Unit
Answer: A) Central Processing Unit
12. Which of the following processors is specifically designed for mobile devices?
o A) Intel Core i9
o B) AMD Ryzen
o C) ARM Cortex
o D) Intel Xeon
Answer: C) ARM Cortex
13. What is the purpose of the heatsink on a CPU?
o A) To increase processing speed
o B) To provide additional storage
o C) To dissipate heat generated by the CPU
o D) To enhance graphics performance
Answer: C) To dissipate heat generated by the CPU
14. Which processor is designed for server and high-performance computing?
o A) Intel Pentium
o B) Intel Core i5
o C) AMD Athlon
o D) Intel Xeon
Answer: D) Intel Xeon
15. What is the primary role of cache memory in a CPU?
o A) To store permanent data
o B) To speed up data access for the CPU
o C) To connect to external devices
o D) To manage power consumption
Answer: B) To speed up data access for the CPU
16. Which of the following is a benefit of multi-core processors?
o A) Increased heat generation
o B) Better energy efficiency
o C) Enhanced graphics performance
o D) Higher clock speeds
Answer: B) Better energy efficiency
17. What is the function of the BIOS on a motherboard?
o A) To manage CPU instructions
o B) To control peripheral devices
o C) To initialize hardware during boot-up
o D) To store user data
Answer: C) To initialize hardware during boot-up
18. Which type of socket would you typically find on a motherboard for an Intel CPU?
o A) AM4
o B) LGA (Land Grid Array)
o C) PGA (Pin Grid Array)
o D) BGA (Ball Grid Array)
Answer: B) LGA (Land Grid Array)
19. What does the term “overclocking” refer to?
o A) Increasing the CPU's clock speed beyond its rated speed
o B) Decreasing the CPU's temperature
o C) Upgrading the motherboard
o D) Installing additional RAM
Answer: A) Increasing the CPU's clock speed beyond its rated speed
20. Which component connects directly to the power supply and distributes power to the
motherboard?
o A) CPU
o B) Power Connector
o C) Northbridge
o D) Southbridge
Answer: B) Power Connector
