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DATE: 3/23/2023 COMPUTER EXAM

NAME………………………………………………………………….. 1½ HRS
1. (a) clearly define what is a computer (2mks)

(b) Give one reason why a computer is referred to as an electronic device (2mks)

2. Describe the following terms as used in computer science (8 mks)

a. Data

b. Program

c. Information

3. What are pheripheral devices (2mks)

4. State any three functions of a computer ( 3 mks)

5. State any four components that make up a computer. (4 mks)

6. State two types of booting (2 mks)

7. State the function of: (6 mks)

 (a) Caps lock key

(b) Backspace key

(c) Enter key

8. List any four places where computer are used. (4 mks)

9. State two precautions taken when handling computer. (4mks)

10. Outline four disadvantages of a computer (4mks)

11. Figure below shows a section of a worksheet containing information on household item.
Use it to answer the question that follow.
(i) Write a formula that can be used to calculate total cost. (1mk)

(ii) Write a formula that would display the total number in which the cost per unit is
equal to 110. (2 mks)

(iii) Write a formula that would display the Least total cost for all items (3 mks)

(iv) Name any three contents of Microsoft suit (3 mks)

(v) What would happen if the following combinations are done? (2 mks)
 Ctrl+Z

 Ctrl+S

 Ctlr+C

 Ctrl+V