Computer Science
Third midterm Examination SY 2025
GRADE 9
Name: _________________________________ Date: ____________
(Write your complete name)
Part Question/Portion Score
Section A Multiple choice /15
Section B Filling in the blanks /10
Section C True or False /5
Section D Define the following /5
Total score: /50
Final mark:
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Comments:
A. Multiple Choice Questions. Encircle your correction option [15]
1. What does "user experience" primarily focus on?
A. Cost of the device
B. How enjoyable and efficient the device is to use
C. The brand of the device
D. The size of the screen
2. Which of the following is an example of an emerging technology?
A. Floppy disks
B. Internet of Things
C. CRT monitors
D. Dot matrix printers
3. What is the main purpose of a prototype?
A. To sell the final product
B. To test and improve design ideas
C. To replace old devices
D. To store data
4. Which part of the computer performs the fetch-decode-execute cycle?
A. RAM
B. Hard drive
C. CPU
D. Monitor
5. What does RAM stand for?
A. Random Access Memory
B. Read Access Module
C. Rapid Application Machine
D. Real-time Access Memory
6. Which of the following is NOT a type of primary memory?
A. RAM
B. ROM
C. Hard disk
D. Cache
7. What does "ergonomics" relate to?
A. Internet speed
B. Device cost
C. Comfort and efficiency in device design
D. Software updates
8. What is the correct order of the fetch-decode-execute cycle?
A. Decode → Fetch → Execute
B. Fetch → Execute → Decode
C. Fetch → Decode → Execute
D. Execute → Fetch → Decode
9. Which of the following best describes binary?
A. A language made of letters
B. A system using 1s and 0s
C. A type of software
D. A form of wireless communication
10. What is the role of ROM in a computer?
A. Temporarily stores data
B. Stores instructions for booting up
C. Increases screen resolution
D. Connects to the internet
11. Which term refers to people who try new technologies early?
A. Late adopters
B. Early adopters
C. Beta testers
D. Developers
12. What is a minimum viable product (MVP)?
A. A product with all features
B. A basic version used for testing
C. A product with no design
D. A product used only by experts
13. Which of the following is a biometric feature?
A. Password
B. Fingerprint
C. Username
D. Email
14. What does the Internet of Things (IoT) connect?
A. Only computers
B. Only phones
C. Devices and sensors to the internet
D. Printers and keyboards
15. Which component stores data permanently?
A. RAM
B. ROM
C. Secondary storage
D. Cache
B. Fill in the Blanks [10]
1. The __________ is the brain of the computer that processes data.
2. __________ memory stores data temporarily while programs are running.
3. The fetch-decode-execute cycle is performed by the __________.
4. __________ refers to how easy and comfortable a device is to use.
5. A __________ is a basic version of a product used for testing.
6. Computers use __________ code to represent data.
7. __________ is permanent memory that stores boot-up instructions.
8. Devices connected to the internet and sharing data are part of the __________.
9. __________ technologies are new and still developing.
10. A __________ is used to test and improve a design before final production.
C. True or False [5]
1. T F. The CPU is responsible for storing data permanently.
2. T F. Ergonomics is about making devices comfortable and efficient
to use.
3. T F. RAM is a type of secondary storage.
4. T F. The fetch-decode-execute cycle helps the computer process
instructions.
5. T F. Binary is made up of 1s and 0s.
D. Define the Following Terms [20]
1. User Experience
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2. Accessibility
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3. Ergonomics
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4. Prototype
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5. Emerging Technologies
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6. Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
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7. Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle
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8. Binary
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9. Biometrics
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10. Internet of Things (IoT)
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