MMGCS COMPUTING (BECE)

2024 BECE I.C.T OBJECTIVES

2024 BECE I.C.T ESSAY

2024 BECE I.C.T ESSAY

MMGCS COMPUTING (BECE) 2024 BECE I.C.T ESSAY

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Question 1 of 1
1. Question
SECTION A
[24 marks]
[Compulsory]
1. Study Figure 1 carefully and use it to answer questions 1(a) to 1(b).
(Image of a computer keyboard labeled Figure 1)

(a) Write the name of the image shown in Figure 1:

………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[2 marks]

(b )Which category of computer hardware device is Figure 1?

………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[2 marks]

(c) List four other types of computer hardware devices in the same category as Figure 1:
(i) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iv) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[8 marks]

(d) State the basic function of the image identified as Figure 1:
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[2 marks]

(e) Identify and write in the appropriate order, the right home row keys of Figure 1:
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[2 marks]

(f) State three commonly used keys of Figure 1:
(i) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[4 marks]

Section B
[36 marks]

Answer three questions only from this section.

(a) What is output in computing?
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[3 marks]

(b) List three forms of output from the computer system:
(i) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[3 marks]

(c) State three reasons why a user must perform backup:
(i) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[6 marks]
1. (a)Explain GUIas used in computing:
  ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  [3 marks]
(b) State three features of GUI:
(i) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[6 marks]

(c) Outline three examples of a default folder:
(i) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[3 marks]
1. (a)Explain the following terms as used in Word processing:
  (i) alignment
  ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  [3 marks]
(ii) paragraph
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[3 marks]
- Outline three safety precautions for the responsible use of ICT tools:
  (i) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  (ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  (iii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  [6 marks]
1. (a)State the function of each of the following e-mail terminologies:
  (i) log in
  ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
  [3 marks]
(ii) log out
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[3 marks]

(b) Describe what happens when the Tab key on a computer keyboard is pressed in an opened Microsoft Excel worksheet:
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[3 marks]

(c) What does the Microsoft Excel error message #### represent?
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
[3 marks]
- ANSWER OPTION 1
  1.
  (a) The name of the image shown in Figure 1: Keyboard
  
  (b) Category of computer hardware device in Figure 1: Input device
  
  (c) Fur other types of computer hardware devices in the same category as Figure 1:
  1. Mouse
  
  2. Scanner
  
  3. Joystick
  
  4. Microphone
  Explanation: All these devices are used to input data or commands into the computer system.
  
  (d) The basic function of the image identified as Figure 1:
  To enter data and commands into the computer system.
  Explanation: A keyboard allows the user to type text, numbers, and execute commands.
  
  (e)The appropriate order, the right home row keys of Figure 1: J, K, L, ;
  Explanation: The home row keys are where fingers rest when typing. On the right side, they are J, K, L, and semicolon (;).
  
  (f) State three commonly used keys of Figure 1:
  1. Enter key
  
  2. Spacebar
  
  3. Shift key
  Section B
  
  (a) Output in computing refers to the processed information that is sent from the computer to the user or another device in a usable form.
  Explanation: After data is processed by the CPU, the result is presented as output through devices like monitors, printers, or speakers.
  
  (b) List three forms of output from the computer system:
  1. Text
  
  2. Graphics
  
  3. Sound
  Explanation: Output can be in various forms such as text displayed on a screen, images or graphics, and audio signals.
  
  (c) State three reasons why a user must perform backup:
  1. To prevent data loss due to hardware failure or system crash.
  2. To recover files after accidental deletion or corruption.
  3. To protect data against viruses or malware attacks.
  Explanation: Backups ensure data safety and continuity in case of unexpected events.
  
  (b) Three features of GUI:
  1. Icons and menus for easy navigation
  
  2. Windows for multitasking and organizing applications
  
  3. Use of pointing devices like a mouse for interaction
  Explanation: These features make GUI user-friendly and intuitive compared to command-line interfaces.
  
  (c) Outline three examples of a default folder:
  1. Documents
  
  2. Pictures
  
  3. Downloads
  Explanation: Default folders are created by the operating system to organize files for the user.
  
  4(a) Explain the following terms as used in Word processing:
  
  (i) Alignment:
  Alignment refers to the positioning of text within a document relative to the page margins. Common types include left, right, center, and justified alignment.
  Explanation: It determines how text lines up horizontally in a paragraph.
  
  (ii) Paragraph:
  A paragraph is a block of text that begins on a new line and usually expresses a single idea. In word processing, it is created by pressing the Enter key.
  Explanation: Paragraphs help organize content and improve readability.
  
  4(b) Outline three safety precautions for the responsible use of ICT tools:
  - 3. Use surge protectors or UPS to protect equipment from power fluctuations.
- ANSWER OPTION 2
  1.
  (a) The name of the image shown in Figure 1: Keyboard
  
  (b) Category of computer hardware device in Figure 1: Input device
  
  (c) Fur other types of computer hardware devices in the same category as Figure 1:
  1. Mouse
  
  2. Scanner
  
  3. Joystick
  
  4. Microphone
  Explanation: All these devices are used to input data or commands into the computer system.
  
  (d) The basic function of the image identified as Figure 1:
  To enter data and commands into the computer system.
  Explanation: A keyboard allows the user to type text, numbers, and execute commands.
  
  (e)The appropriate order, the right home row keys of Figure 1: J, K, L, ;
  Explanation: The home row keys are where fingers rest when typing. On the right side, they are J, K, L, and semicolon (;).
  
  (f) State three commonly used keys of Figure 1:
  1. Enter key
  
  2. Spacebar
  
  3. Shift key
  Section B
  
  (a) Output in computing refers to the processed information that is sent from the computer to the user or another device in a usable form.
  Explanation: After data is processed by the CPU, the result is presented as output through devices like monitors, printers, or speakers.
  
  (b) List three forms of output from the computer system:
  1. Text
  
  2. Graphics
  
  3. Sound
  Explanation: Output can be in various forms such as text displayed on a screen, images or graphics, and audio signals.
  
  (c) State three reasons why a user must perform backup:
  1. To prevent data loss due to hardware failure or system crash.
  2. To recover files after accidental deletion or corruption.
  3. To protect data against viruses or malware attacks.
  Explanation: Backups ensure data safety and continuity in case of unexpected events.
  
  (b) Three features of GUI:
  1. Icons and menus for easy navigation
  
  2. Windows for multitasking and organizing applications
  
  3. Use of pointing devices like a mouse for interaction
  Explanation: These features make GUI user-friendly and intuitive compared to command-line interfaces.
  
  (c) Outline three examples of a default folder:
  1. Documents
  
  2. Pictures
  
  3. Downloads
  Explanation: Default folders are created by the operating system to organize files for the user.
  
  4(a) Explain the following terms as used in Word processing:
  
  (i) Alignment:
  Alignment refers to the positioning of text within a document relative to the page margins. Common types include left, right, center, and justified alignment.
  Explanation: It determines how text lines up horizontally in a paragraph.
  
  (ii) Paragraph:
  A paragraph is a block of text that begins on a new line and usually expresses a single idea. In word processing, it is created by pressing the Enter key.
  Explanation: Paragraphs help organize content and improve readability.
  
  4(b) Outline three safety precautions for the responsible use of ICT tools:
  - 3. Use surge protectors or UPS to protect equipment from power fluctuations.

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