Question 1

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT A friend of yours was talking on a mobile phone and her attention was diverted from something that was happening around her while she was on the phone. What phenomenon does this illustrate?
A) inattentional blindness
B) failure to integrate
C) distracted vision
D) visual inactivity

Accepted Answer

This phenomenon is known as inattentional blindness, which refers to the failure to notice a fully visible and unexpected object when attention is focused elsewhere (such as on a mobile phone conversation).

Question 2

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following would allow you to capture a series of images with your camera in rapid succession?
A) rapid mode
B) burst mode
C) quick mode
D) shooting mode

Accepted Answer

Burst mode is specifically designed to capture a series of images in rapid succession, allowing the user to select the best shot or create a sequence of shots for a particular purpose. Rapid mode and quick mode are not specific photography terms, and shooting mode could refer to any mode in which a camera can take a photo, including single shot mode.

Question 3

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT When an instrument in the dashboard of your car informs you the air pressure in the right rear tire is low, what type of computer determines the air pressure is low?
A) embedded computer
B) server
C) online linked computer
D) analog computer

Accepted Answer

An embedded computer is a type of computer specifically designed to perform a specific task or function within a larger system. In this case, the instrument in the dashboard of the car has an embedded computer that is responsible for monitoring the air pressure in the tires and alerting the driver if the pressure is low. Therefore, the correct answer is A) embedded computer. The other options - server, online linked computer, and analog computer - are not relevant in this scenario.

Question 4

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You need a version of USB technology that will support older USB devices, of which you have many, as well as newer ones. What word do you want to see in the specs?
A) backward compatible
B) integrated
C) multifunctional
D) Bluetooth-enabled

Accepted Answer

The term "backward compatible" means that the newer version of USB technology is designed to work with older devices, ensuring that they will still function properly. This is exactly what is needed in this situation where the user has many older USB devices that they still need to use.

Question 5

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT A type of computer usually has thousands of users. Which of the following is most likely to be the type of computer?
A) supercomputer
B) game console
C) personal computer
D) mobile computer

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You are storing a new worksheet online for members of your project team to be able to share access to it. What kind of computing is this an example of?
A) cloud
B) digital
C) disperse
D) liberated

Accepted Answer

Storing a worksheet online for sharing access is an example of cloud computing, which refers to the delivery of computing services, including storage, processing, and software, over the internet (i.e., the cloud) to provide easy, on-demand access to shared resources.

Question 7

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You have a camera with a 16 MP resolution. How many pixels are represented by that resolution?
A) 16
B) 16,000
C) 16 million
D) 16 billion

Accepted Answer

1 MP represents 1 million pixels. Therefore, 16 MP represents 16 million pixels.

Question 8

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You are looking for a general-purpose port to connect two devices together. Which of the following is your best bet?
A) Thunderbolt
B) DVI
C) HDMI
D) Mini HDMI

Accepted Answer

Thunderbolt is a general-purpose port that allows for fast data transfer and multi-device compatibility. DVI and HDMI are primarily used for video output, and Mini HDMI is a lesser-used variant of HDMI.

Question 9

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Your manager has asked you to shift usage and consumption of technology resources from a local environment managed by in-house IT staff to the Internet. What kind of computing will allow you to accomplish her goal?
A) disperse
B) digital
C) cloud
D) liberated

Accepted Answer

Shifting to the cloud will allow for usage and consumption of technology resources through the Internet, without the need for a local environment managed by in-house IT staff.

Question 10

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT A type of computer usually has only one user. Which of the following is most likely to be the type of computer?
A) personal computer
B) supercomputer
C) server
D) SSD

Accepted Answer

Personal computers are designed for individual use by one person. They are typically less powerful than other types of computers, but are more versatile in their applications and can be used for tasks like word processing, web browsing, and gaming.

Question 11

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You keep hearing a colleague of yours use a term and you are unfamiliar with it. Ultimately, however, you realize that it is a synonym for the term port. What is it?
A) unit
B) jack
C) scope
D) probe

Accepted Answer

A jack is a type of port used for connecting cables or devices to a computer or other electronic device.

Question 12

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Your new home has a vacuum system. What kind of computer is controlling it?
A) virtual computer
B) embedded computer
C) appliance computer
D) integrated computer

Accepted Answer

An embedded computer is the best choice as it is designed to perform specific tasks and is commonly found in appliances, machines, and systems. The vacuum system's computer would be embedded within the system itself to control its functions, such as turning on and off, adjusting suction levels, and monitoring filter status.

Question 13

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You want to connect your mobile device to a speaker. Which of the following is a way to do so?
A) with digital integration
B) via a port
C) using VoIP
D) via social media

Accepted Answer

You can connect your mobile device to a speaker via a port, such as an auxiliary cable or a USB cable with an adapter. Digital integration refers to the integration of different digital systems or applications, and it is not directly related to connecting a mobile device to a speaker. VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) refers to making phone calls over the internet, which is not relevant to this question. Social media is a platform for online communication and sharing, and it is not directly related to connecting a mobile device to a speaker.

Question 14

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You have a new phone. What determines what type of messages you can send?
A) where you are geographically at any given time
B) the embedded computer within the phone
C) the type of phone
D) the services offered by the mobile service provider

Accepted Answer

The type of messages you can send is determined by the services offered by the mobile service provider, as they control the messaging infrastructure and protocols. The type of phone and embedded computer within the phone may impact the user experience or capabilities, but they do not dictate which types of messages can be sent. Geographical location may impact the availability or quality of service, but not the types of messages that can be sent.

Question 15

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You have a new e-book reader and you are expecting to be away on a long hike with it. How many hours of reading can you get from it before needing to recharge it?
A) 75
B) 100
C) 125
D) 150

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You have a collection of all the photos, videos, and audio you have captured from your new nephew. What is the name for this collection?
A) media library
B) cloud archive
C) online glossary
D) digital archive

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You see a kiosk in the lobby of your local hospital. Which of the following is it most likely to be?
A) photo kiosk
B) financial kiosk
C) ticket kiosk
D) visitor kiosk

Accepted Answer

A kiosk in the lobby of a hospital is most likely to be a visitor kiosk, providing information about the hospital, directions, and possibly registration for visitors. The other options are less common in a hospital setting.

Question 18

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What is the technology featured in the trend known as the Internet of Things?
A) embedded computers
B) Flash drives
C) SSDs
D) virtual computing

Accepted Answer

The technology featured in the trend known as the Internet of Things is embedded computers, which are small computers integrated into everyday objects and connected to the internet to collect and exchange data. Flash drives and SSDs are data storage devices, and virtual computing involves creating a virtual rather than physical version of a computer or operating system.

Question 19

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You are looking for a port that will work for an audio device. Which of the following is likeliest to work?
A) DVI
B) Ethernet
C) VGA
D) HDMI

Accepted Answer

HDMI is the most likely to work for an audio device as it is a high-definition multimedia interface that is commonly used for both audio and video signals. DVI and VGA are primarily used for video signals only, while Ethernet is used for network connections.

Question 20

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You received a new portable media player for your birthday. It is less than ideal as a gift, however, because you were hoping to do something with it, and it is not something you can do with the player. What is that thing you were hoping to do?
A) watch television shows
B) take photos
C) play games
D) manage a server

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 3: Computers and Mobile Devices

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT A friend of yours was talking on a mobile phone and her attention was diverted from something that was happening around her while she was on the phone. What phenomenon does this illustrate?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following would allow you to capture a series of images with your camera in rapid succession?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT When an instrument in the dashboard of your car informs you the air pressure in the right rear tire is low, what type of computer determines the air pressure is low?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You need a version of USB technology that will support older USB devices, of which you have many, as well as newer ones. What word do you want to see in the specs?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT A type of computer usually has thousands of users. Which of the following is most likely to be the type of computer?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You are storing a new worksheet online for members of your project team to be able to share access to it. What kind of computing is this an example of?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You have a camera with a 16 MP resolution. How many pixels are represented by that resolution?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You are looking for a general-purpose port to connect two devices together. Which of the following is your best bet?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Your manager has asked you to shift usage and consumption of technology resources from a local environment managed by in-house IT staff to the Internet. What kind of computing will allow you to accomplish her goal?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT A type of computer usually has only one user. Which of the following is most likely to be the type of computer?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You keep hearing a colleague of yours use a term and you are unfamiliar with it. Ultimately, however, you realize that it is a synonym for the term port. What is it?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Your new home has a vacuum system. What kind of computer is controlling it?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You want to connect your mobile device to a speaker. Which of the following is a way to do so?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You have a new phone. What determines what type of messages you can send?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You have a new e-book reader and you are expecting to be away on a long hike with it. How many hours of reading can you get from it before needing to recharge it?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You have a collection of all the photos, videos, and audio you have captured from your new nephew. What is the name for this collection?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You see a kiosk in the lobby of your local hospital. Which of the following is it most likely to be?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What is the technology featured in the trend known as the Internet of Things?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You are looking for a port that will work for an audio device. Which of the following is likeliest to work?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You received a new portable media player for your birthday. It is less than ideal as a gift, however, because you were hoping to do something with it, and it is not something you can do with the player. What is that thing you were hoping to do?