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Question 1 Points: 10 out of 10 Which of the following best describes the system unit?  An electronic component made up of the modem and storage devices  Any hardware component that allows you to enter data  A case that contains the electronic components used to process data  Hardware that sends and receives data over transmission media Feedback Correct. Whether it is a desktop, laptop, tablet, handheld PC, or smartphone, the components needed to process data are found in the case. Question 2 Points: 10 out of 10 Which of the following type of system unit is not considered to belong to the family of PCs?  Notebook Smart phone  Desktop  Workstation Feedback Correct. The processing power of the workstation puts it in a different class from standard PCs. Question 3 Points: 10 out of 10 When purchasing a PC, you should upgrade to the largest amount or number your budget will afford. Feedback Correct. You should purchase as much Random Access Memory (RAM) as your budget allows because it helps with processing speed of the computer. Question 4 Points: 10 out of 10 What is the purpose of an adapter card?  It provides battery power to retain information even when the power is turned off. RAM It provides access to flash memory.  It joins a cable to a peripheral.  It enhances functions of a component of the system unit and/or provides connections to peripherals. Feedback Correct. Additional functionality such as enhanced video or sound is supported by an adapter card. Question 5 Points: 0 out of 10 What is the purpose of a heat sink?  To absorb heat generated by the memory modules  To keep the keyboard from overheating  To absorb heat generated by the processor chip  To keep the hard drive from overheating FeedbackIncorrect. The hard drive generates very little heat while being used. Question 6 Points: 10 out of 10 What is an expansion slot?  A port used for special equipment  A socket on the motherboard that can hold an adapter card  A device that connects memory to the CPU  A device that joins a cable to a peripheral Feedback Correct. An expansion slot is a socket or slot on the motherboard where expansions cards are inserted. Question 7 Points: 10 out of 10 A bay would most likely hold a . Feedback Correct. A hard drive is a component that is installed in a bay inside the system case. Question 8 hard drivePoints: 10 out of 10 How would a port most likely be used?  To provide a place for plugging in expansion cards  To connect additional input, output, storage, and communication devices to a PC  To connect the battery to the computer’s internal circuitry  To provide a place to insert a DVD drive via an opening in the system case Feedback Correct. Peripherals or external devices are connected via ports. Question 9 Points: 10 out of 10 Edwin is a consultant working for a large engineering firm. He travels to visit clients and uses his laptop and a smartphone to stay in touch with the home office. His computer must handle business-related software, and he must have a means of contacting clients and the home office. Into what category of user type would you put Edwin?