EDPT (Electronic Data Processing Test) Quiz 4

Question 1

If a computer has 4 GB of RAM and 1 GB is used by the OS, what percentage of RAM is available for applications?

Accepted Answer

75%

Answer

3 GB available out of 4 GB total = 3/4 = 75% available for applications.

Question 2

Which data representation method uses only the digits 0 and 1?

Accepted Answer

Binary

Answer

Binary (base-2) uses only two digits: 0 and 1, which directly correspond to electronic off/on states.

Question 3

A function receives the value 8 and returns the value 64. Which operation is the function most likely performing?

Accepted Answer

All of the above could produce 64

Answer

8 × 8 = 64, 8² = 64, and 8 + 56 = 64, so all three operations produce the same output for input 8.

Question 4

What does the acronym CPU stand for?

Accepted Answer

Central Processing Unit

Answer

CPU stands for Central Processing Unit, the primary component that executes program instructions.

Question 5

In a spreadsheet, cell B3 contains the formula =B1+B2. If B1=12 and B2=8, what does B3 display?

Accepted Answer

20

Answer

The formula adds the values in B1 and B2: 12 + 8 = 20.

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