Questar Test Digital Literacy 2

Question 1

Which file format is best suited for sharing a document that must look identical on any device?

Accepted Answer

PDF

Answer

PDF (Portable Document Format) preserves formatting across all devices and operating systems.

Question 2

What does the 'CC' field in an email mean?

Accepted Answer

Carbon Copy — sends a visible copy to additional recipients

Answer

CC (Carbon Copy) sends a copy of the email to additional recipients, and all recipients can see who was CC'd.

Question 3

A website URL beginning with 'https://' instead of 'http://' indicates:

Accepted Answer

The connection is encrypted and more secure

Answer

The 'S' in HTTPS stands for Secure, meaning data is encrypted using SSL/TLS during transmission.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a primary source found online?

Accepted Answer

A scanned original letter from a Civil War soldier

Answer

A primary source is original, firsthand material; a scanned original document qualifies as a primary source.

Question 5

What is the purpose of 'AutoSave' or 'AutoRecover' features in word processing software?

Accepted Answer

To periodically save your work to prevent data loss

Answer

AutoSave and AutoRecover periodically save your work so that little progress is lost if the program crashes.

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