Computer Science/IT MCQs
Topic Notes: Computer Science/IT
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
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
381
What does Ctrl + B shortcut accomplish in MS-Word?
Answer:
It makes the selected text bold
The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + B is a standard command in MS-Word and other text editors to apply or remove bold formatting to the selected text, making it appear thicker and darker.
382
Which shortcut key is used to check spelling?
Answer:
F7
In Microsoft Word and other Office applications, pressing the F7 function key opens the Spelling and Grammar checker dialog box. This tool reviews the document for potential spelling mistakes and grammatical errors.
383
What does the Ctrl + I shortcut key accomplish in MS-Word?
Answer:
It applies Italic formatting to the selected text
The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + I is used in Microsoft Word and many other text editors to apply or remove italic formatting to the currently selected text. It acts as a toggle for the italic style.
384
What type of software is used for creating letters, papers, and other documents?
Answer:
Word Processor
A word processor is a software application specifically designed for the production of any sort of printable material. It allows for the creation, editing, and formatting of text-based documents like letters, reports, and books.
385
What is Microsoft Word?
Answer:
Word processor
Microsoft Word is a full-featured word processor application. It is designed for creating, editing, formatting, and printing text-based documents such as letters, reports, and essays.
386
Which menu contains the 'Print' command?
Answer:
File
The "File" menu (or "Office Button" in some versions) is the standard location for commands related to file management. This includes opening, saving, closing, and printing documents. In the modern ribbon, this is accessed via the "File" tab which opens the Backstage view.
387
Which is not a tab in the page setup dialog box of Excel?
Answer:
Paper
The Page Setup dialog box in Excel typically includes four tabs: "Page" (for orientation, scaling), "Margins," "Header/Footer," and "Sheet" (for print area, titles). "Paper" or "Paper Size" is an option within the "Page" tab, not a separate tab itself.
388
Each number format consists of how many parts?
Answer:
4
A custom number format in Excel can have up to four sections of code, separated by semicolons. These sections define the formatting for positive numbers, negative numbers, zero values, and text, in that order.
389
Which menu contains the 'Function' command to activate the function wizard?
Answer:
Insert
In classic menu-based versions of Excel, the "Insert" menu contained the "Function..." command (or `fx` button), which opened the Function Wizard (now called the Insert Function dialog box) to help users find and build formulas.
390
Which function is used to get the current date?
Answer:
Today()
To insert the current date into a cell, you use the `TODAY()` function. For example, typing `=TODAY()` into a cell will display the current date, which will update each time the workbook is opened.