Computer Skills MCQ

Q: A PC powers on but shows no display. A good first step is:

Correct answer: Reseat RAM (try one stick) and check monitor input. Unseated RAM is the most common no-display cause; reseating is free and fast.

Q: Random shutdowns under load most often indicate:

Correct answer: Overheating from dust or failed cooling. Thermal protection shuts systems down; cleaning and cooling checks come first.

Q: Before buying new RAM you must confirm:

Correct answer: Type (DDR4/DDR5) and available slots on your motherboard. RAM generations are physically incompatible; the motherboard defines what fits.

Q: Task Manager helps troubleshooting by showing:

Correct answer: Which resource (CPU, RAM, disk) is the bottleneck. Resource usage identifies the true cause of slowness before money is spent.

Q: Before buying a laptop you should check whether RAM is:

Correct answer: Upgradeable or permanently soldered. Soldered RAM freezes the spec forever — the purchase decision includes the future.

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Q81. A PC powers on but shows no display. A good first step is: Medium

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Q82. Random shutdowns under load most often indicate: Medium

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Q83. Before buying new RAM you must confirm: Medium

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Q84. Task Manager helps troubleshooting by showing: Medium

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Q85. Before buying a laptop you should check whether RAM is: Medium

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Q86. Laptop performance drops on soft surfaces because: Medium

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Q87. A used laptop inspection should include: Medium

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Q88. The PC compatibility chain links: Medium

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Q89. Experienced builders first boot with: Medium

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Q90. XMP/EXPO settings exist to: Medium

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