Computer Science - IT MCQs
Topic Notes: Computer Science - IT
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
251
Which of the following is not a valid option for inserting a Section Break in a document?
Answer:
Previous Page
In word processing software like Microsoft Word, section breaks allow for different formatting in parts of a document. Valid section break types include Next Page, Continuous, Even Page, and Odd Page.
252
What are the default page setup configurations for a new document in Microsoft Word?
Answer:
all of the above
By default, Microsoft Word initializes documents with standard settings, which include one-inch margins on the top and bottom, 1.25-inch margins on the left and right, and a portrait page orientation.
253
Which dialog box in Microsoft Word provides the functionality to hide specific paragraphs of text?
Answer:
From Font dialog box
To hide text in Microsoft Word, you must select the text and open the Font dialog box. Within the 'Effects' section of this dialog, you can check the 'Hidden' attribute.
254
What is the term for the process of merging a data source, such as a list of names and addresses, with a standardized document template?
Answer:
mail merge
Mail merge is a software feature that allows users to create a batch of documents that are personalized for each recipient.
255
When manually inserting a field code in Microsoft Word, which key combination is required to generate the necessary curly brackets?
Answer:
Ctrl + F9
In Microsoft Word, field codes are enclosed in special curly brackets. Pressing Ctrl + F9 inserts these field braces into the document, allowing the user to type the specific field code syntax manually between them for advanced document automation.
256
What does the position of the scroll box on a vertical scroll bar represent in a document window?
Answer:
current relative location of the document portion displayed in the window
The scroll box (also known as the thumb) on a vertical scroll bar provides a visual indicator of the user's current position within the entire document.
257
Which keyboard shortcut is used in Microsoft Word to toggle the display of field codes?
Answer:
Alt + F9
In Microsoft Word, the Alt + F9 shortcut is the standard command used to toggle between displaying the field codes and the actual field results within a document.
258
What is the function of the Ctrl + M keyboard shortcut in Microsoft Word?
Answer:
Left Indent
In Microsoft Word, the Ctrl + M keyboard shortcut is used to increase the paragraph indentation from the left margin. Each time the shortcut is pressed, the paragraph is moved further to the right, effectively increasing the left indent.
259
What do the terms 'Portrait' and 'Landscape' refer to in document formatting?
Answer:
Page Orientation
Portrait and Landscape are the two standard types of page orientation.
260
Which tool in Microsoft Word allows a user to copy the formatting style from one section of text and apply it to another?
Answer:
Format Painter
The Format Painter is a powerful productivity tool in Microsoft Word that captures the formatting attributes—such as font, size, color, and paragraph settings—of selected text.