QUIPPER #1

Perform Mensuration and Calculation, ICT - Grade 7/8

Identifying Object/s to Be Measured

Random Access Memory (RAM)

 temporarily stores data for programs being processed by the CPU

 it is called a volatile memory as the data it contains are deleted once the computer is turned off
 the higher the RAM the computer system has, the more capable it is to handle huge files and
process programs
 previously installed individually in the motherboard and was called DIP or Dual Inline Package
 eventually, the memory chips were placed / soldered on a circuit board called memory module

Types of memory module:

 Dual Inline Package (DIP)

 Single Inline Memory Module (SIMM) – 30-pin and 72-pin configurations
 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) – circuit board that holds SDRAM, DDR SDRAM, and
DDR2 SDRAM
 RAMBus Inline Memory Module (RIMM)
 Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (SODIMM)

Read-only Memory (ROM)

 this memory is responsible for booting up the computer system, including loading the operating
system
 the contents are not erased even after the computer is turned off

Cache – programs in the computer, use the same data over and over again that is why this was
designed, making the most often used data by the computer easily or instantly available.

Register - memory cells built right into the CPU that contain the specific data it needs especially the
Arithmetic and Logic Unit.

Storage Drives

 magnetic or optical storage media

 store data permanently or retrieve data
 can be installed inside computer (hard drive); portable – can be connected to the system thru
USB port

Common Types of Storage Drives

Floppy Drive

 removable 3.5 inch floppy disk

 can store 740 KB or 1.44 MB of data

Hard Disk Drive

  permanent data storage
 speed is measured in revolutions per minute (RPM), usually either 5400 or 7200 RPM
 traditional versions are magnetic – contain drive motors designed to spin magnetic platters and
the drive heads
 newer Solid State Drives (SSDs) do not have parts that move

Optical Drive

 uses lasers to read data on the optical media

 three (3) types
o Compact Disc (CD) drive
o Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) drive
o Blu-ray Disc (BD) drive

External / USB Flash Drive or thumb drive

 connects to a USB port

 functions / works as a portable hard drive

Types of Drive Interfaces

Hard drives or optical drive have different interfaces to connect to the computer.

 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) – also called Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA);
early drive controller interface that connect computers and hard disk drives; uses a 40-pin
connector
 SATA (Serial ATA) – serial version of ATA; uses a 7-pin data connector
 SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) – can connect up to 15 drives (both internal and
external); uses a 50-pin, 68-pin, 80-pin connector

QUIPPER ASSIGNMENT # 1 (ICT)

1. This is a special circuit board where memory chips are soldered.
a. memory nodules b. memory modules c. chip board d. special memory board
 Explanation
 Among the choices, a memory module is the correct one as this is what the special circuit board wh
ere the memory chips are soldered.

2. What is the storage device that uses a removable 3.5-inch disk?

 a. floppy drive b. flappy drive c. hard drive d. optical drive

Explanation

A floppy drive is a storage device that uses a removable 3.5-inch disk, while the hard drive and optical d
rive are other examples of storage devices that do not use any kind of floppy disk. The choice, flappy dri
ve is non-existent.

3. This is a temporary storage for programs and data that are being processed by the CPU.

a. Random Accept Memory c. Random Access Memory

b. Read-only Memory d. Read Access Memory
Explanation

The Random Access Memory is the storage for programs and data that are being processed by
the CPU, while the other choices are just made up.

4. These were designed to make the data used most often by the CPU instantly available.

a. Register b. Cash c. Cashe d. Cache

Explanation
Since it takes a long time for the data to travel from the drive to the CPU, cache was designed to make t
he data that is most used by the CPU to be readily available.
5. What does DVD stand for?

a. Digital Verified Disc c. Digital Versant Disc

b. Digital Versus Disc d. Digital Versatile Disc
Explanation

DVD stands for Digital Versatile Disc, while the other choices are just made up.

6. What type of storage drive is a Blu-ray Disc (BD) under ?

a. optical drive b. floppy drive c. hard drive d. flash drive

 Explanation

 A Blu-ray Disc (BD) is under the optical drives where the data is read or saved by using laser.

7. How is the speed of the hard drive measured?

a. Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) c. Revulsions Per Minute (RPM)

b. Revolutions Per Moment (RPM) d. Revulsions Per Moment (RPM)
Explanation

The speed of the hard drive is measured through Revolutions Per Minute (RPM), usually either 5400 or
7200 RPM.

8. What does the optical drive use to read data on the optical media?

a. lavers b. layers c. lasers d. lacers

 Explanation
 Among all the drives, the optical drive is the one that uses lasers to read data on the optical media.
The other choices presented are different words that are similar to “lasers”.

9. What type of memory contains the basic instructions for booting the computer and loading the opera

ting system that can only be accessed by the CPU?

a. Bread-only Memory b. Read-only Memory c. Red-only Memory d. Rad-only Memory

Explanation

 The Read-only Memory is the type of memory which is responsible for booting the computer and lo
ading the operating system. The other choices are word plays of Read-only Memory.

10. Which among the choices is the early drive controller interface that connects computers and hard
disk drives and uses a 40-pin connector?
a. SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) c. SDE (Segregated Drive Electronics)
b. SATA (Serial ATA) d. IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)
Explanation
The IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) is the early drive controller interface that connects computers an
d hard disk drives and uses a 40-pin connector, while the SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a dr
ive interface that can connect up to 15 drives (both internal and external) which uses a 50-pin, 68-pin, o
r 80-pin connector; the SATA (Serial ATA)is the serial version of ATA or IDE and it uses a 7-pin data conn
ector, and the SDE (Segregated Drive Electronics) is a made up controller interface.

QUIPPER #2
Perform Mensuration and Calculation, ICT - Grade 7/8
Using the Correct Specifications as Specified in the Operating System

What is an Operating System? It is a program installed to a computer system which runs or manages all
of the hardware and software or programs in the computer. Operating Systems (OS) vary from
computer to computer. When setting-up a computer system, one of the things to consider is the correct
specification for the Operating System that you want to use. An Operating System requires as little as
192 kilobytes of RAM from many years ago, to as much as 2 gigabytes of RAM for the more recent
ones.

Most of the time, Operating Systems are already preloaded to computers that are for sale. Other times,
you have to buy it separately and install it. Those who want a different OS for the computer they buy
need not worry though, as the preloaded or preinstalled kind can still be changed or upgraded as long
as the minimum system requirements are met.

Operating Systems have a minimum requirement of hardware to function and the manufacturer’s
recommended requirement. Most of the time, a user will just fulfill the minimum requirements needed
for the operating system to work. But if one wants to optimize the use of the Operating System, the
hardware should meet the recommended parts / specifications of the manufacturer. When the minimum
or recommended requirements of the OS are not met, the OS will not function properly and may even
cause the system to run slow or have errors; or even not work at all, since the OS will not be accepted
by the system if the minimum requirements are not met.

The following are the basic hardware that should be considered for the Operating System requirements:

 Processor - circuitry that processes and responds to the basic instructions that drive a computer
 Memory – Random Access Memory or RAM
 Hard disk drive – storage device for data

Other hardware that may be considered when choosing an Operating System:

 CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive

 sound card
 video adapter
 Below are examples of qualifications / minimum requirements as specified by the Operating
System:
 a) processor: 1 gigahertz
 RAM: 1 gigabyte
 hard disk drive space: 16 gigabyte
 b) processor: i486/25 megahertz
 RAM: 4 megabytes
 hard disk drive space: 35 megabytes
 c) processor: 133 megahertz or more
 RAM: 256 megabytes
 hard disk drive space: 650 megabytes
 d) processor: 233 megahertz or more
 RAM: 64 megabytes
 hard disk drive space: 1.5 gigabytes
 e) processor: 486DX 66 megahertz
 RAM: 16 megabytes
 hard disk drive space: 195 megabytes
  The more advanced or the more capabilities you want your computer to have, the higher the
specifications and OS should be.

QUIPPER ASSIGNMENT #2

1. _______________ is a program installed to a computer system which runs or manages all of the software or
programs in the computer.
a. Operating System c. Operation Systematic
b. Operation System d. Online System

Explanation

The Operating System is a program installed to a computer system which runs or manages all of the software or pro
grams in the computer. While the other choices provided just starts with the letters “OS”.

2. The circuitry that processes and responds to the basic instructions that drive a computer is called ________.

a. Random Access Memory c. video adapter

b. Processor d. hard disk drive

Explanation

The circuitry that processes and responds to the basic instructions that drive a computer is a processor, while the ot
her choices are different computer parts that have other functions.

3. The following are the basic hardware that should be considered for the OS requirements except for _______.

a. hard disk drive b. processor c. memory d. sound system

Explanation

All of the choices provided except the sound system are the basic hardware that should be considered for the OS re
quirements.

4. True or False:

If one wants to optimize the use of the OS, the hardware should meet the minimum specifications of the manufacturer

a. True b. False

Explanation

If one wants to optimize the use of the OS, the hardware should meet the recommended specifications of the manuf
acturer, not just the minimum requirements.

5. True or False

When the minimum or recommended requirements of the OS are not met, the OS will not function properly and may

even cause the system to run slow or have errors.

 a. True b. False

 Explanation
 Meeting the minimum or recommended specifications of the manufacturer of the OS will aid the computer to fun
ction properly.

6. True or False

The OS cannot be upgraded.

a. True b. False

 Explanation
 The Operating System of a computer can be upgraded or changed as long as the minimum computer specificati
ons are met.

7. What are the other three components that can be considered for the OS requirements?

a.a CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive, sound card, video adapter

b. CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive, sound system, video adapter
c. CD-ROM drive, mouse, keyboard
d. CD-ROM drive, USB port, Webcam

Explanation

The other choices provided are random computer components that are not taken into consideration when choosing a
n OS.

8. Some of the first OS used in personal computer systems require how much RAM?

2 GB
192 KB
1 GB
164 MB

Explanation

Some of the first computers have an OS which only requires 192 kilobytes of RAM to work. This is not so much com
pared to how much RAM the Operating Systems nowadays require.

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 Single Answer
 Question
 Which of the following statements is true?
 Correct answer
 An Operation System is a program installed to a computer system which runs or manages all of
the hardware and software or programs in the computer.
 Operation Systems have a minimum requirement of hardware to function and the
manufacturer’s recommended requirement.
  The processor is a circuitry that processes and responds to the basic instructions that drive a
computer.
 Operation Systems are already preloaded to computers that are for sale.
 Explanation
 The statement regarding a processor being a circuitry that processes and responds to the basic instructions that
drive a computer is correct. The other choices have the incorrect name for an OS, which should be Operating S
ystem instead of Operation System.
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 Q10

 Single Answer
 Question
 Which of these are the basic hardware requirements that should be considered for the OS requirements?
 Correct answer
 hard disk drive, processor, sound system
 hard disk drive, memory, sound system
 processor, memory, sound system
 hard disk drive, processor, memory
 Explanation
 Hard disk drive, processor, and memory are the basic hardware requirements that are considered for the OS re
quirements. The other choices have a missing and/or wrong component included.

QUIPPER # 3

Perform Mensuration and Calculation, ICT - Grade 7/8

Performing Calculations Needed in Completing Tasks Using the Four Mathematical Fundamental
Operations

The numbering system that has been developed for general usage is the base 10 system, probably
because early man learned to count with his ten fingers. We utilize this system in our daily
mathematics. The metric system and most monetary systems are based on this system.

The operation of computers is based upon the principles of semiconductor circuitry, or other materials
that can be easily fabricated, and that have two states: off and on or high and low. These two states can
also be thought of as a “1” or a “0.” The numbering system developed for two state operations is called
the binary system and is the language of the computer.

Binary to Decimal Conversion

Converting from binary (base 2) to decimal (base 10) is called decoding and is quite simple. We convert
the digit in each position to decimal and add the results just as we did in the weighting of decimal
numbers.

Convert 101012 to a decimal number.

2 from right to left. Start at 20, evaluating it as “1.” Increase the exponent by one for each power.

10101 2 	= ( 1 x 2 4 ) + ( 0 x 2 3 ) + ( 1 x 2 2 ) + ( 0 x 2 1 ) +
( 1 x 2 0 ) = 16 + 0 + 4 + 0 + 1 = 21 10

Solution: Write the number as the sum of the powers of 2 from right to left. Start at 20, evaluating it as
“1.” Increase the exponent by one for each power.

11001110 2 = ( 1 x 2 7 ) + ( 1 x 2 6 ) + ( 0 x 2 5 ) + ( 0 x 2 4 ) + ( 1 x 2 3 ) +
( 1 x 2 2 ) + ( 1 x 2 1 ) + ( 0 x 2 0 ) = 128 + 64 + 0 + 0 + 8 + 4 + 2 + 0 = 206 10

Convert decimal number 2110 into binary.

What do you think?

Solution: Divide the number into 2 repeatedly and take the remainders.

Calculating Data Storage

The terms bytes (B), kilobytes (KB), megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB), and terabytes (TB) are used
when pertaining to storage space. CDs, DVDs, hard drives, random access memory (RAM), and MP3
players usually use byte storage.
It is possible to find out the number of bytes being utilized once we know the file or folder size. The
table of measures above will be very helpful. For example:

A file is 50 KB in size

1 KB = 1024 bytes

50 x 1024 = 51, 200 bytes in a 50 KB file

If a 50 KB file is stored in a 1 GB flash drive (1 gigabyte = 1, 073, 741, 824 bytes), then approximately a
total of 20, 971 files can be stored in that flash drive (1, 073, 741, 824 ÷ 51, 200 = 20971.5)

QUIPPER ASSIGNMENT #3

Performing Calculations Needed in Completing Tasks Using the Four Mathematical Fundamental
Operations

Q1

Single Answer

Question

Convert 25510 into binary.

Correct answer

111111112
111112
101010102

Explanation

Divide the number into 2 repeatedly and take the remainders. Copy the remainder from MSD to LSD, and that is the bina
ry equivalent.

255/2 → 127 Remainder 1 (LSD)

127/2 → 63 Remainder 1
63/2 → 31 Remainder 1

31/2 → 15 Remainder 1

15/2 → 7 Remainder 1

7/2 → 3 Remainder 1

3/2 → 1 Remainder 1

1/2 → 0 Remainder 1 (MSD)

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Q2

Single Answer

Question

Convert 17410 into binary.

Correct answer

110110112
100100002
101011102

Explanation

Divide the number into 2 repeatedly and take the remainders. Copy the remainder from MSD to LSD, and that is the bina
ry equivalent.

174/2 → 87 Remainder 0 (LSD)

87/2 → 43 Remainder 1

43/2 → 21 Remainder 1

21/2 → 10 Remainder 1

10/2 → 5 Remainder 0

5/2 → 2 Remainder 1

2/2 → 1 Remainder 0

1/2 → 0 Remainder 1 (MSD)

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Q3

Single Answer

Question
Convert 24010 into binary.

Correct answer

111100002
11111112
111011102

Explanation

Divide the number into 2 repeatedly and take the remainders. Copy the remainder from MSD to LSD, and that is the bina
ry equivalent.

240/2 → 120 Remainder 0 (LSD)

120/2 → 60 Remainder 0

60/2 → 30 Remainder 0

30/2 → 15 Remainder 0

15/2 → 7 Remainder 1

7/2 → 3 Remainder 1

3/2 → 1 Remainder 1

1/2 → 0 Remainder 1 (MSD)

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Q4

Single Answer

Question

Convert 15510 into binary.

Correct answer

111111002
100110112
11001002

Explanation

Divide the number into 2 repeatedly and take the remainders. Copy the remainder from MSD to LSD, and that is the bina
ry equivalent.

155/2 → 77 Remainder 1 (LSD)

77/2 → 38 Remainder 1

38/2 → 19 Remainder 0
19/2 → 9 Remainder 1

9/2 → 4 Remainder 1

4/2 → 2 Remainder 0

2/2 → 1 Remainder 0

1/2 → 0 Remainder 1 (MSD)

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Q5

Single Answer

Question

Convert 9310 into binary.

Correct answer

11111112
10111012
10011112

Explanation

Divide the number into 2 repeatedly and take the remainders. Copy the remainder from MSD to LSD, and that is the bina
ry equivalent.

93/2 → 46 Remainder 1 (LSD)

46/2 → 23 Remainder 0

23/2 → 11 Remainder 1

11/2 → 5 Remainder 1

5/2 → 2 Remainder 1

2/2 → 1 Remainder 0

1/2 → 0 Remainder 1 (MSD)

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Q6

Single Answer

Question

Convert 110110112 into decimal.

Correct answer
21910
22010
22110

Explanation

Write the number as the sum of the powers of 2 from right to left. Start at 20, evaluating it as “1.” Increase the exponent b
y one for each power.

11011011 2 	= ( 1 x 2 7 )+( 1 x 2 6 )+( 0 x 2 5 )+( 1 x 2 4 )+( 1 x 2 3 )+( 0 x 2 2 )+( 1 x 2 1 )+

( 1 x 2 0 ) = 128 + 64 + 0 + 16 + 8 + 0 + 2 + 1 		 = 21910 	

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Q7

Single Answer

Question

Convert 100100002 into decimal.

Correct answer

14210
14310
14410

Explanation

Write the number as the sum of the powers of 2 from right to left. Start at 2 0 , evaluating it as “1.” Increase the exponent b
y one for each power.

1001000 2 	= ( 1 x 2 7 )+( 0 x 2 6 )+( 0 x 2 5 )+( 1 x 2 4 )+( 0 x 2 3 )+( 0 x 2 2 )+( 0 x 2 1 )+

( 0 x 2 0 ) 		 = 128 + 0 + 0 + 16 + 0 + 0 + 0 + 0 		 = 14410

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Q8

Single Answer

Question

How many 15 MB pdf files can be stored on an 8 GB memory card?

Correct answer

545
546
547

Hint

megabyte = 1, 048, 576 bytes; 1 gigabyte = 1, 073, 741, 824 bytes

Explanation
To know the number of files that can be stored on specific disk storage, divide the number of bytes in disk storage to the
number of bytes in a file.

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Q9

Single Answer

Question

How many 3 MB mp3 files can be stored on a 2 GB flash drive?

Correct answer

341
325
356

Hint

megabyte = 1, 048, 576 bytes; 1 gigabyte = 1, 073, 741, 824 bytes

Explanation

To know the number of files that can be stored on specific disk storage, divide the number of bytes in disk storage to the
number of bytes in a file.

3 MB = 3, 145, 728 bytes; 2 GB = 2, 147, 483, 648 bytes

2, 147, 483, 648 ÷ 3, 145, 728 = 682.7 » 683 mp3 files can be stored on a 2 GB flash drive approximately

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Q10

Single Answer

Question

How many 500 MB avi files can be stored on a 4.3 GB DVD-R?

Correct answer

11
9
10

Hint

megabyte = 1, 048, 576 bytes; 1 gigabyte = 1, 073, 741, 824 bytes

Explanation

To know the number of files that can be stored on specific disk storage, divide the number of bytes in disk storage to the
number of bytes in a file.
500 MB = 524, 288, 000 bytes; 4.3 GB = 4, 617, 089, 843 bytes

4, 617, 089, 843 ÷ 524, 288, 000 = 8.8 » 9 avi files can be stored on a 4.3 GB DVD-R approximately

QUIIPER # 4 (ICT)
Perform Mensuration and Calculation, ICT - Grade 7/8
Different Techniques in Checking Accuracy of the Computation

There are many instances where computations must be carried out when dealing with computer
systems. Some of the most common is the conversion of the different number systems (used in
computer architecture), measuring the total capacity of storage devices (used in technical
specifications), and determining the number of files that can be stored in a medium (used in database
management). In most cases, computations are carried out without any means of determining whether
the results were correct and accurate.

Listed below are some of the common techniques in checking the accuracy of the computations:

1) Conversion of number systems

In order to check whether correct conversion has been made, one must be able to understand first the
conversions bases; these are binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal. To check if the computation is
correct, just perform reverse operations. Reversing the operations require pairings, addition will be
turned into subtraction, while multiplication will be turned into division, and vice versa. Converting a
given number into another base will also ensure that the conversion and computation is indeed
accurate.

2) Storage capacity computation

Checking the accuracy in computing the storage capacity of a device requires the knowledge in the
measurement prefixes used in computing. Failure to know this will make it impossible to perform
computations in the first place. There are two methods in checking the accuracy for computing the
storage capacity. The first one is reversing the operations based on the powers of ten, which is an
approximation. The more accurate checking is reversing the operations based on the powers of two,
which will yield a result that accurate to the smallest byte.

3) Files storage computation

Determining the accuracy for this one is rather simple. Once again, reversing the operations is the key.
Just multiply the result with the storage size of a file and add the remaining unallocated space. It is
however important to understand that basic storage hierarchy to determine whether the available space
is bigger that the files size.

Tips
 Checking the accuracy of any computation is important in any field.
 In computer systems, failure to achieve an accurate result from any computation may result to
the failure of the entire computer system.
 Catastrophic effects are even expected for systems that cater a large number of clients and
undertakings.

QUIIPER ASSIGNMENT # 4 (ICT)

Different Techniques in Checking Accuracy of the Computation
Q1

Single Answer

Question

Which of the following computations is needed in computer architecture?

Correct answer

Bandwidth computation
Conversion of number systems
Files storage computation
Measuring storage capacity

Explanation

The number system conversion is one of the basic concepts of computer architecture. Erroneous computation will result i
n a failed computer structure.

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Q2

Single Answer

Question
Which of the following computations is used in determining the technical specifications of devices?

Correct answer

Bandwidth computation
Conversion of number systems
Files storage computation
Measuring storage capacity

Explanation

Computing the total capacity of a storage device is needed to ensure that correct technical specifications regarding stora
ge can be determined.

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Q3

Single Answer

Question

Which of the following computations is used in database management?

Correct answer

Bandwidth computation
Conversion of number systems
Files storage computation
Measuring storage capacity

Explanation

Knowing how many files can fit into a storage medium is one of the most basic concepts that must be addressed when d
ealing with database management.

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Q4

Single Answer

Question

What is the most common way of determining the accuracy of computations?

Correct answer

Front operations
Obverse operations
Reverse operations
Transpose operations

Explanation
Reverse operation pertains to the process of checking the computation starting from the result to get into the given numb
ers or data.

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Q5

Single Answer

Question

Which of the following is the reverse operation for multiplication?

Correct answer

Addition
Division
Fraction
Subtraction

Explanation

Division is the reverse operation of multiplication, addition and subtraction are reversed operations of each other.

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Q6

Single Answer

Question

Aside from doing reverse computation, how can a number conversion be checked for accuracy?

Correct answer

Check the storage capacity

Convert to a different base
Refer to a table
Use a calculator

Explanation

Converting a number to a different base and comparing it to the result will determine if the result was indeed correct and
accurate.

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Q7

Single Answer

Question

In order to check the accuracy of storage computations, one must know the measurement _________.

Correct answer
indexes
postfixes
prefixes
suffixes

Explanation

Prefixes refer to the letters that is placed in front of the word “byte” to denote the storage capacity of a medium.

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Q8

Single Answer

Question

The more accurate way of checking the computations of storage capacity is by using reverse operations with the powers
of ___________.

Correct answer

one
two
eight
ten

Explanation

The powers of two is used to precisely computer for the storage capacity, while the powers of ten is used in approximatio
n.

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Q9

Single Answer

Question

What must be added to the product of the number of files that can be stored and the file size to determine the accuracy o
f computations?

Correct answer

Number of files not stored

Persisting allocated space
Remaining unallocated space
Total capacity

Explanation

The remaining unallocated space must be added to the number of files that can be stored and the file size where the res
ult must be equivalent to the total storage capacity of the storage medium.
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Q10

Single Answer

Question

What must be considered to determine whether a file size is larger than the available space in a medium?

Correct answer

Compression procedures
File management
Saving methodology
Storage hierarchy

Explanation

The storage hierarchy shows the storage prefixes in an order that indicates whether a file is larger or smaller that the una
llocated space of storage medium.

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QUIPPER #2
Installing Computer Systems and Networks, ICT - Grade 9
Determining the Location of the Devices/Systems to be Used

Determining the location in which a device or a computer system will be installed highly influence the
overall aspect in defining its specifications. These include technical specifications and the form factor of
a device or computer system.

The technical specification of a peripheral refers to the technology it may offer like high capacity
storage or high data transfer rate. The form factor on the other hand is defined by the physical
appearance of a peripheral. This concerns the dimensions, looks, or number of attachable devices.

Proper inspection of the prospected location on where a device or computer system will be installed is
key in knowing the correct technical specifications. The location describes the type of work or activities
that is being accomplished there. Examples are the different departments or offices in a certain
workplace. These offices have different functions and activities. The accounting department does
auditing and relies on office productivity software. This means that the computer system needed may
not be required to be too powerful. On the other hand, if the main activity of a department is resource
intensive, like maintaining a server, higher specifications must be taken into consideration.

Aside from knowing the technical specifications, the form factor must also be considered. Choosing the
correct form factor will fully utilize the space available. Different types of computer systems can be
taken into consideration, from a full desktop setup or a super portable laptop. A location that is
considered small may require devices and computer systems with a small form factor. This is to save
space but maintain the same level of productivity.

The location will also determine the type of connectivity that will be imposed. A small area may require
only a basic wireless router to connect everything together. For larger offices, a set of interconnected
wireless routers and network switches with multiple ports may be required. The type of network
topology or how the computer systems will be connected together can also be determined. Physical
topology refers to how the computer systems are physically arranged while the logical topology refers to
how data will flow through the computer systems.

In conclusion, proper inspection of the location in which computer systems and devices will be installed
will help the technicians to determine the best specifications that is fit and precise.

QUIPPER ASSIGNMENT #2

Determining the Location of the Devices/Systems to be Used

Q1

Single Answer

Question

Which of the following terms refers to the technology present in a certain device or peripheral?

Correct answer

Dimensions
Form Factors
Network Topology
Technical Specifications

Explanation

Technical specifications determine the technological capabilities of a peripheral.

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Which of the following best describes the appearance of a peripheral or device?

Correct answer

Form Factors
Interface
Network Topology
Technical Specifications

Explanation

Form factor refers to the physical appearance of a device including its dimensions and number of ports.

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What type of topology refers to the arrangement of computer systems that are connected to a network?

Correct answer

Form Factor
Logical Topology
Physical Topology
Technical Specification

Explanation

Physical topology refers to how the computer systems and networking devices are arranged in a particular location.

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What type of topology refers to how data travels in a network?

Correct answer

Form Factor
Logical Topology
Physical Topology
Technical Specification

Explanation

The logical topology of a network determines how data are being transferred from one computer system to another or thr
u the different networking devices.

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Which of the following locations may require a network switch with multiple number of ports?

Correct answer

Computer Laboratory
Library
Personal Office
Reception

Explanation

The computer laboratory houses a large number of computer system, so having a network switch with multiple ports is th
e best way to interconnect them to a network.

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What computer system form factor best fits a small office?

Correct answer

Desktop PC’s
Laptops
Mainframes
Tower PC’s

Explanation

In order to save a lot of space, smaller form factors like laptops can be used in a small office.

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Which of the following room or office requires the highest technical specifications of devices and peripherals?

Correct answer

Accounting Office
Executive Office
Reception Area
Server Room

Explanation

The server room is one of the busiest area in a workplace. High capacity peripherals must be used in here.

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What must be done first in starting any installation?

Correct answer

Buy the peripherals

Inspect the location
Install Ethernet ports
Lay down the cables

Explanation

Inspecting the location will provide a clearer idea on the proper specifications and form factors that must be installed in th
e area.

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What must be taken into consideration in installing a networking device that is relative to the location?

Correct answer

The cost of the networking device

The form factor of the computer systems
The number of computer systems to connect
The workload of the locations

Explanation

Determining the number of computer system that will connect to a particular networking device must be taken into consid
eration since this will determine if that device will be able to handle such number of links.

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Which of the following must be considered if wireless connectivity will be applied in a certain location?

Correct answer

Availability of Ethernet ports

Cable layout
Number of ports
Possible signal barriers

Explanation

Since wireless networks rely on radio waves and signal, being able to identify the barriers to it will enhance positioning an
d network topology.

QUIPPER #1
Installing Computer Systems and Networks, ICT - Grade 9
Consulting Appropriate/Technical Personnel to Ensure That Work is Coordinated with
Others Who are Involved in the Activity

Technical projects are often completed with the help of skilled personnel from different departments of
a workplace. The installation of computer systems is one activity that may require appropriate
interactions and coordination across different departments. Proper consultation and coordination will
ensure that a job requirement will be fulfilled correctly and timely.

Different departments are assigned to perform various activities in a company. The Information
Technology (IT) department is the primary concerned for the installation of computer systems and
networks. It is sometimes referred to as information system department or IT infrastructure department.
Aside from the installation of computer systems and networks, the IT department is also assigned for
the maintenance and upgrade of the technological infrastructure of a workplace.

The IT department is usually headed by a manager who oversees supervisors and skilled technicians.
These people are the only ones allowed to install or fix any computer systems since they have the
knowledge to do so. All requests that concern the IT infrastructure must always pass thru the IT
department.

In order to ensure that a job requirement or request will be accomplished appropriately, proper
coordination between the requesting party and the IT department must be observed. Listed below are
some of the steps that must be done to ensure proper coordination:

 All requests must be made clear. The particulars must be stated properly.
  Ample time must be considered when making a request. Timeframes are important so that
cramming will be avoided. However, small requests can be accomplished immediately.
 A request must be approved by the immediate supervisor before submission to the IT
department. Unapproved requests will not be entertained.
 An IT personnel must check whether the request is valid. After checking, the request will now be
approved by the IT manager and will be scheduled based on the availability of the IT personnel
and the timeframe of the department.
 All departments and personnel that will be affected by the completion of the job requirement or
request must be informed properly so that minimal work disruption will be encountered.
 In case materials are needed to be bought, the purchasing or accounting department must be
informed in time so that the completion of the request will not be halted. All procured materials
must be recorded accordingly.
 All completed job requests must be acknowledged by the requesting party and should be filed
by the IT department for proper documentation.

In some cases, there may be job requests that may not be completed by the IT department alone.
These activities may be too broad and may require special procedures. These projects will need to be
outsourced. All projects that are outsourced must be justified by the IT manager and must be approved
by the people in the executive department.

Tips
Proper coordination and consultation among the different personnel and department is key in ensuring
that the job requirement or activity will be accomplished correctly and timely. This will also minimize
work disruption in the duration of the activities. Further damages can also be avoided if proper
coordination is to be made accordingly.

QUIPPER #1
Consulting Appropriate/Technical Personnel to Ensure That Work is Coordinated with
Others Who are Involved in the Activity

Q1

Single Answer

Question

Which of the following departments is in-charge of computer systems and network installation?

Correct answer

Accounting Department
Building Administration
Electrical Department
IT Department

Explanation
The main function of the IT department is to ensure that proper installation and maintenance of computer systems and ne
tworks are accomplished.

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How are job requests to the IT department be made?

Correct answer

By email
By phone
In writing
Verbally

Explanation

All requests must be done in writing and should be approved by the duly assigned department heads.

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Which of the following is another term used for the IT department?

Correct answer

Information System
Infrastructure Technology
Interactive Technology
Internetwork System

Explanation

The IT department is also known as the Information System Department in some workplaces.

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What department must be informed in case materials are needed to be purchased?

Correct answer

Accounting
Building Administration
Human Resource
Marketing

Explanation

The purchasing branch of the accounting department is responsible for procuring materials that are needed in a job requi
rement. Proper coordination will ensure that materials will be bought on time.

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What term is used for job requests that are too broad for the IT department to complete on its own?

Correct answer

Domestic
In-housed
Internal
Outsourced

Explanation

Outsourced projects or job requests may require special procedures that the IT department is not capable of fulfilling on it
s own. All outsourced projects must be approved by the necessary department heads.

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Q6

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Proper coordination among the different departments will reduce work ______________.

Correct answer

Completion
Disruption
Efficiency
Productivity

Explanation

Proper coordination will prepare the personnel in a department so that work disruption will be kept it a minimum.

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Which of the following may require the least coordination?

Correct answer

Installing a new server

Realigning of the network cables
Refilling the cartridge of a printer
Scanning of an infected flash drive

Explanation

This activity requires the least coordination since it is the easiest to do and no personnel is affected aside from the one u
sing the printer.

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Which of the following activity would require coordination in almost all of the departments?

Correct answer

File indexing
Installation of printers
IP configuration
Server reconfiguration

Explanation

Since almost all departments are connected to the centralized server, coordination must be made before reconfiguring it
so that essential activities will be done before the start of this action.

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What must be done by the requesting party after the completion of a job requirement?

Correct answer

Acknowledge the completion

Compliment the IT department
Request another job requirement
Thank the technician
Explanation

All completed job requirements must be acknowledged by the requesting party to prove that proper actions were done by
the IT department in fulfilling the activity.

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Q10

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If an employee experiences a difficulty in using a computer system and its peripherals, what must he do?

Correct answer

Request for the technician’s help

Try to fix it himself
Use it anyway
Wait until it works properly again

Explanation

All issues that concerns computer systems and the technical infrastructure of a workplace must only be handled by the p
ersonnel from the IT department to ensure that proper actions and procedures will be done.

QUIPPER #3
Installing Computer Systems and Networks, ICT - Grade 9
Obtaining Materials Necessary to Complete the Work in Accordance with Established
Procedures

Aside from having the skills and techniques in completing a job requirement, a computer technician
must also be well aware of the tools and materials needed in doing so. A wide range of different
materials are available and each one is more suitable than another. This is why determining which
material to use is key to accurately complete a job requirement.

Different materials are needed in the installation or repair of computer systems and networks. Materials
for completing the installation may vary depending on the specification of the job requirement. Common
materials used in computer system and network installation or repair are as follows:

 Cables or Wires– these are used as a mean to transfer data or electricity. Examples are
unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cables and power cables.
 Hardware Components – these are the physical components of a computer system. Example
are hard disk drives, CD-ROMS and other peripherals.
 Jacks or Connectors – these are used at the ends of cables in order to secure them in their
appropriate port. Examples are registered jack (RJ) 45, and universal serial bus (USB).
 Software – these refer to coded programs that tell the computer what to do. Examples are
operating systems, drivers, and application programs.
 Tools – these are devices or instruments, usually hand-held, used to carry out a particular
purpose. Examples are screwdrivers, wrenches and pliers.
Normally, these materials are readily available within the premises of the workplace. The property
custodian is the one responsible in safekeeping the said materials. Specifying the needed materials and
the description of the job requirement is needed in order to obtain them. In case that a requested
material is not readily available, a purchase order must be accomplished so that they can be procured
immediately.

Some policies and procedures in obtaining materials needed are as follows:

 A template or a Materials Requisition Form must be used in all requests. This must be duly
signed and noted by an immediate supervisor.
 Request the materials ahead of time. This will give the property custodian ample time to
determine whether it is readily available or needs to be purchased.
 Precisely specify the materials to be requested so that the correct ones will be issued.
 Determine the quantity of the materials needed. Proper estimation is key so that running out of
materials during the completion of the job will be avoided.
 Excess materials must be returned to the property custodian.
 For inexhaustible materials like tools and software, make sure to return them in proper
operating condition after use.

Following an established set of policies and procedures in obtaining the materials needed to complete a
job requirement will help in the proper monitoring and inventory. This will also ensure that the correct
materials will be issued to complete work acceptably and effectively.

QUIPPER ASSIGNMENT #3
Obtaining Materials Necessary to Complete the Work in Accordance with Established
Procedures
Q1

Single Answer

Question

What type of material is used to transfer data or electricity from one component to another?

Correct answer

Cables
Connectors
Software
Tools

Explanation

Cables and wires are used to connect two or more components together. Examples are data cables and power cables.

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What material is used to secure a cable to a port?

Correct answer

Cables
Connectors
Software
Tools

Explanation

Different connectors are used for a specific types of cables. Using a connector finishes the link of a cable and secures it t
o a port. Examples are RJ 45 and USB.

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Q3

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What type of material is composed of physical components and peripherals?

Correct answer

Cables
Connectors
Hardware
Software

Explanation

Hardware components are physical components of a computer system or network. It can be a printer, scanner or a netwo
rk router.

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Q4

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What type of material is used to instruct a computer on what to do?

Correct answer

Cables
Connectors
Hardware
Software
Explanation

Software are coded programs that tell the computer system on what to do or perform different tasks. Examples are driver
s and office productivity software.

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What type of material that is usually handheld is used to perform a particular purpose?

Correct answer

Cables
Connectors
Software
Tools

Explanation

Tools are devices or instruments, usually hand-held, used to carry out a particular purpose. Examples are screwdrivers,
wrenches and pliers.

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Which of the following is an example of an exhaustible material?

Correct answer

Connectors
Drivers
Hand Tools
Operating Systems

Explanation

Exhaustible materials are those that are consumed when performing a job. This means that they are not reusable.

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What must be done to materials that were unused after the completion of a job requirement?
Correct answer

Hand them to a coworker

Keep them for future use
Return them
Take them home

Explanation

Unused materials must be handed back to the property custodian so that proper inventory and monitoring can be maintai
ned.

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What is the best way to determine the quantity of materials to be requested?

Correct answer

Check the plan

Guess the number
Overestimate
Underestimate

Explanation

Checking the plan of a job requirement prior to requesting will help in determining the correct quantity of material to be re
quested.

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When is the correct time to request for a material?

Correct answer

After the job is completed

Ahead of time of the start of a job
During the time it is needed
In the duration of the job

Explanation

Request for materials must be done prior to the start of a job. This will give the property custodian time to determine the a
vailability of the requested materials.
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Which of the following is an inexhaustible material?

Correct answer

Connectors
Hardware
Tools
Wires

Explanation

Tools are materials that are inexhaustible since they can be used over and over again.