1st Year Computer Chapter 6 Test6. Impact of Computing

Q1. Multiple choice questions (Attempt all · 10 × 1 = 10)

1. Which of the following is a key characteristic of digital sources?
   1. They are always reliable
   2. They are accessible through the internet
   3. They cannot be updated
   4. They are usually printed
2. Which of the following is an example of an electronic source?
   1. A physical newspaper
   2. An online database
   3. A printed book
   4. A handwritten letter
3. What does "information" refer to in the context of computers?
   1. Raw data collected from various sources
   2. Data that has been organized, processed, or formatted
   3. A collection of random facts
   4. Unprocessed and unorganized data
4. Why is it important to be aware of bias and misinformation in information sources?
   1. To ignore the information
   2. To accept all information as true
   3. To recognize the difference between facts and opinions
   4. To find entertainment
5. Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?
   1. A photograph from the 1920s
   2. A scientific journal article analyzing data
   3. An encyclopedia entry on World War II
   4. A raw data set from a scientific experiment
6. What is a primary source of information?
   1. A textbook summarizing historical events
   2. A diary written by a historical figure
   3. A news report about a recent event
   4. An academic article analyzing past research
7. Which activity is NOT involved in transforming raw data into information?
   1. Calculations
   2. Sorting
   3. Filtering
   4. Collecting
8. How can you avoid plagiarism when using information from other sources?
   1. By copying text verbatim
   2. By always crediting the original author
   3. By using information without citations
   4. By sharing the information as your own
9. What is the main advantage of print sources?
   1. They are always up-to-date
   2. They provide real-time updates
   3. They offer in-depth analysis and historical context
   4. They are easier to distribute
10. What action should you take if you come across false or harmful information?
    1. Ignore it
    2. Share it widely
    3. Report it to the platform or authorities
    4. Use it in your research