Computer Hardware Quiz G9 ICT

What is the main function of the CPU?

• Stores data permanently

• Interprets and executes commands

• Outputs sound

• Connects internal components

Which component is considered the 'brains' of the computer?

• RAM

• HDD

• Motherboard

• CPU

What does RAM stand for?

• Read Access Memory

• Rapid Access Memory

• Random Access Memory

• Read and Write Memory

Which of the following is a non-volatile memory?

• RAM

• Registers

• ROM

• Cache

What is the purpose of the motherboard?

• To process graphics

• To output sound

• To connect internal components

• To store data permanently

Which device is used to output sound?

• Speakers

• Printer

• Monitor

• Scanner

What type of storage is an SSD?

• Non-volatile cache

• Permanent storage

• Volatile storage

• Temporary storage

What does BIOS stand for?

• Basic Input/Output System

• Binary Input/Output System

• Basic Integrated Operating System

• Binary Integrated Operating System

Which component is responsible for graphical output?

• RAM

• GPU

• ROM

• CPU

What is the role of a sound card?

• To store data

• To output sound and record input

• To connect peripherals

• To process graphics