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1.

___________ holds a fixed-length string (can contain letters, numbers, and special characters). (A) CHAR(B) VARCHAR (C) DECIMAL (D) INT

Answer»

Correct option is  (A) CHAR

2.

1. A Database Management System is software for creating and managing databases.2. Information Technology provides users and programmers with a systematic way to create, retrieve, update and manage data.

Answer»

1. True

2. False

3.

1. CHAR can represent numbers with or without the fractional part.2. INT is used for storing integer values.

Answer»

1. False

2. True

4.

The ___________ provides users and programmers with a systematic way to create, retrieve, update and manage data.

Answer»

Database Management System

5.

___________ can represent numbers with or without the fractional part.

Answer»

Correct Answer is  DECIMAL

6.

Match the following:Column ‘AColumn ‘B’(1) Atomicity(A) Successfully committed transaction(2) Consistency(B) Completed successfully(3) Isolation(C)Persists in case of a system failure(4) Durability(D) Operate independently

Answer»
Column ‘AColumn ‘B’
(1) Atomicity(A) Completed successfully
(2) Consistency(B) Successfully committed transaction 
(3) Isolation(C) Operate independently
(4) Durability(D) Persists in case of a system failure
7.

Match the following:Column ‘AColumn ‘B’(1) DATE(A) It holds the date(2) TIME(B) It holds time (3) Model(C)Logical structure of database (4) Relational data model (D)Primary data model

Answer»
Column ‘AColumn ‘B’
(1) DATE(A) It holds the date
(2) TIME(B) It holds time 
(3) Model(C)Logical structure of database 
(4) Relational data model (D)Primary data model
8.

Which Act enhanced the age of marriage of girl children to 14 years in 1929? A) Saraswathi Act B) Sarada Act C) Marriage Limitation Act D) Education Act

Answer»

(B) Sarada Act

9.

In which year disallow marriage of girls was raised to 12 years? A) 1929 B) 1930C) 1890 D) 1891

Answer»

Answer is (D) 1891

10.

In …….. year, a law was passed to disallow marriage of girls below 10 years. A) 1840 B) 1846 C) 1850 D) 1856

Answer»

Answer is (B) 1846

11.

Write any two uses of Internet.

Answer» TWO uses of Internet are as follows:

1.  Internet is used for communication and information sharing.

 2. Businesses use the Internet to provide access to complex databases.
12.

………. reads the bar code information.

Answer»

Barcode Reader reads the bar code information.

13.

Differentiate between the terms Internet and Intranet.

Answer»

Internet 

Access by any individual with dial-up access. Information on Internet could be general, public and advertisement. 

Intranet 

Access by only authorised employees. Information on Intranet could be specific, corporate and proprietary.

14.

Def interest (prnc,time=2,rate=0.10):Return (prnc*time*rate)print(interest(6100,1))print (interest(5000,rate=0.05))print(interest (5000,3,0.13))print(intrest(time=4,prnc=5000))

Answer» 610.0

500.0

1950.0

2000.0
15.

a.FTPb.archieC.tcpd.gopher

Answer» Ans:

c. TCP
16.

tuple_a='a','b'tuple_b=('a','b')print (tuple_a==tuple_b)

Answer» Ans:

True

Since both the variables are in tuple type.
17.

a.DELETE FROM product;b.DROP TABLE product;c.DROP DATABASE item;d.DELETE store FROM item;

Answer» d. Drop table product;
18.

What is the meaning of backup?

Answer»

Backup is a process of making an extra copy of the data on a computer and storing it in a different location on the computer or in an external device.

19.

…………… stands for Malicious Software, is software designed to infiltrate a computer system without the owner’s informed consent.(a) Blog(b) Attachments(c) Spam(d) Malware

Answer»

(d) Malware designed to interrupt ongoing computer operations, collect private information and gain unauthorized access to your system resources.

20.

Which one of the following is not a malware?(a) Computer virus(b) Spam(c) Worm(d) Application software

Answer»

(d) Application software refers to the condition in which your computer stops working.

21.

Differentiate between hackers and crackers.

Answer»

Differences between hackers and crackers are as follows:

HackersCrackers
A hacker is a person intensely interested in the arcane and recondite working of any computer operating system.A cracker is one who breaks into or otherwise violates the system integrity of remote machines with malicious intent. 
Hackers obtain advanced knowledge of operating systems and programming languages.Having gained unauthorized access, crackers destroy vital data, deny legitimate users service, or cause problems for their targets. 
Hackers constantly seek further knowledge, freely share what they have discovered and never intentionally damage data.Crackers can easily be identified because their actions are malicious.

22.

Differentiate between a presentation and a slide.

Answer»

A presentation is a set of slides that you present to people in a group while each page of a PowerPoint presentation is called a slide.

23.

Name two ways where you can create a presentation.

Answer»

You can create a presentation under Normal view and Outline view.

24.

The at first glance will appear to be useful software but will actually do damage once installed or run on your computer.(a) worm(b) virus(c) trojan(d) spam

Answer»

(c) The Trojans are unauthorized programs placed inside a legitimate application.

25.

Junk E-mails are also called spam.

Answer»

True E-mail spam, junk mail or junk newsgroup posting is a widely recognized form of spam.

26.

In bigger shops situated in shopping malls or branded stores, there is a _______ terminal. (A) SSL(B) POS(C) HTTP

Answer»

In bigger shops situated in shopping malls or branded stores, there is a POS terminal. 

27.

Write use of layouts in PowerPoint.

Answer»

Layouts are used to define the layout of the slide, i.e. the placement of title, subtitle, components of slide etc.

28.

In PowerPoint 2007 under the Insert tab, there is a button named Text Box. What is the utility of this button?

Answer»

Like a title placeholder, a Text Box is used to hold the text information

29.

Explain SET, PCI and Kerberos.

Answer»
  • PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) is a computer bus for attaching hardware devices in a computer. These devices can take either the form of an integrated circuit fitted onto the motherboard itself, called a planer device in the PCI specification or an expansion card that fits into a slot.
  • SET (Secure Electronic Transaction) protocol, which is developed by Visa and Mastercard uses encryption for privacy and digital certificates to verify the three parties -the bank, the customer and the merchant. It ensures secure transactions online.
  • Kerberos is a third-party authentication that validates the clients over the network and provides secure communication or access to network resources.
30.

SmartCop is an antivirus developed in India.

Answer»

True SmartCop antivirus is developed in India.

31.

The online shopper can pick and drop the things in the _______.(A) shopping mall (B) shopping cart(C) shopping bag

Answer»

The online shopper can pick and drop the things in the shopping cart.

32.

Match the pairs:Group AGroup Ba.e-business1.cost reductionb.B to C2.Hyper Transfer Text Protocolc.ATM3.encryptiond.Payment geteway4.electronic businesse.HTTP5.point of sale6.Business to Consumer7.Business to Business8.authorizes payment made online9.outsourcing10.Automatic Teller Machine

Answer»
Group AGroup B
a.e-business1.electronic business
b.B to C2.Business to Consumer
c.ATM3.Automatic Teller Machine
d.Payment geteway4.authorizes payment made online
e.HTTP5.Hyper Transfer Text Protocol

Explanation:

a. E-business (i.e., electronic business) is derived from the terms “e-mail” and “ecommerce”. It refers to the trading of goods and services through computer systems and online networks. There is no exchange of cash or money across the counter and the payment is made online with the help of payment gateways. 

b. B to C stands for business to consumer. It refers to commercial transactions between business firms and consumers. In this type of e-business transaction, firms give information about their products on their websites along with information about the delivery services they provide. 

c. The expanded form of ATM is automated teller machine. ATM is an electronic machine that offers convenience to customers, as they can deposit or withdraw money from their accounts anytime, without having the need to visit the branch of the bank. 

d. A payment gateway is an e-commerce application service provider. Retailers, manufacturers, dealers and sellers of goods can make payments online in a secure manner with the help of this application. 

e. HTTP stands for Hyper Text Transfer Protocol. It is a standard protocol between the client and the server which is approved by the Internet Engineering Task Force. The primary function of this protocol is to provide security in transmitting confidential information and messages.

33.

Select the proper option from the options given below and rewrite the completed sentence: The online shopper can pick and drop the things in the ________. Options shopping mall shopping cart shopping bag

Answer»

The online shopper can pick and drop the things in the shopping cart. 

Explanation: 

After making an account on the website, an online shopper can select the products that he/she wishes to purchase and add them to the shopping cart. A shopping cart basically keeps an online record of what a customer wants to buy. It displays the products shortlisted by the customer so that the customer can take the final decision of purchasing or not purchasing the products.

34.

Generally companies outsource their _______ areas.(A) core(B) non‐core(C) semi‐core  

Answer»

Generally companies outsource their non‐core areas.

35.

Copy of data created for safe storage is …………

Answer»

Copy of data created for safe storage is back up.

36.

The process of contracting a business function to someone else is called as _______.(A) e‐business     (B) outsourcing (C) trading

Answer»

The process of contracting a business function to someone else is called as outsourcing.

37.

For online transaction, _______ is required.(A) trading (B) registration(C) business

Answer»

For online transaction, registration is required.

38.

Select the proper option from the options given below and rewrite the completed sentence: For online transaction, ________ is required. Options trading registration business

Answer»

For any online transaction, registration is required. 

Explanation: 

Registration is required for making an online transaction. If someone wants to buy goods from a particular website, then he/she needs to register with the online vendor by filling up a registration form. While registering, the buyer is required to key in details such as his or her name, address, unique user name and secret password.

39.

The encryption of data is done using _____ programmes / protocols which use logical reasoning.(A) scientific      (B) mathematical (C) statistical

Answer»

The encryption of data is done using mathematica programmes / protocols which use logical reasoning.

40.

Which of the following is not antivirus software?(a) Norton Antivirus(b) Melissa(c) McAfee(d) SmartCop

Answer»

(b) Melissa is a macro virus, not an antivirus.

41.

Write the word or phrase or term which can substitute each the following: Name the modern process of contracting a business function to someone else.

Answer»

Name the modern process of contracting a business function to someone else: Outsourcing 

Explanation: 

Nowadays, firms focus on core activities and contract out non-core activities to some external agencies. For example, activities like security, canteen, cleaning, sanitation, etc are generally outsourced to a third party. This process is known as outsourcing. Firms outsource those activities that are not so essential for them.

42.

Select the proper option from the options given below and rewrite the completed sentence: Wedding planning is an example of ________. Options corporate organisation outsourcing buying and selling of goods

Answer»

Wedding planning is an example of outsourcing. 

Explanation: 

Wedding planning is an example of outsourcing, as the wedding planner outsources services such as decoration, lighting and catering to external agencies. These agencies are highly specialised in their respective areas of activity

43.

The custom animation can apply ………………. (a) Font work gallery (b) Gallery (c) Text (d) All of these

Answer»

(d) The custom animation can apply font work gallery, gallery and text.

44.

Select the proper option from the options given below and rewrite the completed sentence: The process of contracting a business function to someone else is called as ________. Options e-business outsourcing trading

Answer»

The process of contracting a business function to someone else is called as outsourcing. 

Explanation: 

Outsourcing is the process of contracting out less important (i.e., non-core) business activities to external agencies. These external agencies are highly specialised and enjoy expertise in specific business activities, such as advertisement and promotion of products and post-sale services. By outsourcing less important business activities, firms can focus on important (i.e., core) activities.

45.

Outsourcing a. Restricts only to the contracting out of Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES) b. Restricts only to the contracting out of non-core business processes c. Includes contracting out of manufacturing and R&D as well as service processes — both core and non-core — but restricts only to domestic territory d. Includes off-shoring

Answer»

Correct Answer is: d. Includes off-shoring

46.

Define information security.

Answer»

Information security is all about protecting and preserving information. It’s all about protecting and preserving the confidentiality, integrity, authenticity, availability, and reliability of information.

47.

One limitation of antivirus programs is that they: (a) Sometimes start behaving like virus(b) Are very expensive(c) Harm the computer(d) Can detect only those viruses for which they are programmed

Answer»

(d) Antivirus can detect only those viruses for which they are programmed.

48.

Coding of information in an online transaction begins at _______.(A) Payment  Processor (B) Payment  Gateway (C)   e‐business website

Answer»

Coding of information in an online transaction begins at e‐business website.

49.

………… backup saves your data from natural disasters.

Answer»

Online backup saves your data from natural disasters.

50.

When a firm transacts with its employees, it is referred to as: (a) B2B Commerce (b) B2E Commerce (c) C2C Commerce (d) B2C Commerce

Answer»

(b) B2E Commerce