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
1961
The form used to input chart values is called
Answer:
Datasheet
The grid-like interface that opens for you to enter the numbers and labels for your chart is known as a **Datasheet**.
1962
When you select an image, what appears around it?
Answer:
Eight sizing handles
When an image or any other object is selected, a bounding box with **eight sizing handles** appears around it. These handles, located at the corners and midpoints, allow you to resize the object.
1963
How can you tell when an object is active?
Answer:
Both B and C
When an object is selected (active), it is visually indicated by a bounding box that appears around it. This box features eight small sizing handles (at the corners and midpoints) that allow you to resize it.
1964
What does a motion path in PowerPoint refer to?
Answer:
A method for moving objects on a slide
A **motion path** is a specific type of animation that moves an object along a predefined or custom-drawn path on the slide.
1965
The small icon that appears next to a pasted object, offering options like "Keep Source Formatting," is called a:
Answer:
Paste Options button
This convenient icon is the **Paste Options** button. It appears immediately after you paste content and provides a small menu to control how the pasted item's formatting is handled.
1966
To add text without a placeholder, use
Answer:
Text box tool
The **Text Box tool** is the specific feature designed to let you add text anywhere on a slide, outside of the predefined layout placeholders.
1967
Right-clicking on an object in PowerPoint:
Answer:
Opens a shortcut menu
Right-clicking on any object opens a context-sensitive **shortcut menu** that provides quick access to common commands related to that specific object, such as formatting, grouping, or editing.
1968
What does the `Ctrl + K` shortcut do in PowerPoint?
Answer:
Inserts a hyperlink
The **Ctrl + K** shortcut opens the "Insert Hyperlink" dialog box, allowing you to link selected text or an object to a web page, another slide, or a file.
1969
During a slide show, what is the shortcut to make the screen go black?
Answer:
B
Pressing the **B** key during a presentation will blank the screen to **black**, which is useful for shifting the audience's focus back to the speaker. Pressing B again restores the slide.
1970
To change the speed of a transition, you adjust its:
Answer:
Duration
The **Duration** setting in the Transitions tab controls how long the transition effect takes to complete. A shorter duration means a faster transition.