Mettl Technical Aptitude 2

Question 1

In networking, what does 'HTTP' stand for and what is its primary function?

Accepted Answer

HyperText Transfer Protocol — for transferring web pages and data over the internet

Answer

HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) is the foundation of data communication on the World Wide Web, enabling browsers to request and receive web pages.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of an API (Application Programming Interface)?

Accepted Answer

To enable different software applications to communicate and share data

Answer

An API defines rules and protocols for how software components communicate, allowing applications to exchange data and functionality.

Question 3

In a spreadsheet (Excel/Google Sheets), which formula calculates the sum of values in cells A1 to A10?

Accepted Answer

=SUM(A1:A10)

Answer

=SUM(A1:A10) is the standard Excel/Google Sheets formula to add all values in the range A1 through A10.

Question 4

What does 'RAM' stand for and what is its primary function in a computer?

Accepted Answer

Random Access Memory — stores data temporarily for active processes

Answer

RAM (Random Access Memory) is the computer's short-term memory, temporarily storing data that the CPU is actively using for fast access.

Question 5

In project management software, 'Gantt chart' is best used for:

Accepted Answer

Visualizing project timeline with task durations and dependencies

Answer

Gantt charts display project tasks along a timeline, showing start/end dates, duration, and task dependencies — essential for project scheduling.

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