Which of the following refers to a collection of programs that a computer executes? correct
answers Software
Computers are machines that correct answers execute programs
Computer programming is correct answers the act of designing and implementing a computer
program
Consider the following statements regarding computers:
I. Computers can execute a large number of instructions in a fraction of a second.
II. Computer application areas mainly target the research and scientific communities.
III. The physical components of a computer constitute its hardware.
IV. Unlike humans, a computer never gets bored or exhausted when performing repetitive tasks.
Which are true? correct answers I, III, IV
Consider the following statements about computer programs:
I. Computer programs can be written by someone who has a basic knowledge of operating a
computer.
II. Computer programs can complete complex tasks quickly.
, III. Large and complex computer programs are generally written by a group of programmers.
IV. Computer programs are composed of extremely primitive operations.
Which are true? correct answers II, III, IV
The Central Processing Unit is primarily responsible for correct answers performing program
control and data processing
A single silicon chip made from potentially millions of transistors is called correct answers a
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
An example of an output device that interfaces between computers and humans is correct
answers a speaker
An example of an input device that interfaces between computers and humans is correct answers
a microphone
Programs that are not running are usually stored correct answers in secondary storage
When a program begins to run correct answers it is moved to the CPU's memory
Which one of the following typically provides data persistence without electricity?
I. The CPU's memory
II. The hard disk