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BIS521S - BUISNESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS 1B - 2ND OPP - JANUARY 2024 |
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nAmI BI AunIVERSITY
OF SCIEn CE Ano TECHn OLOGY
FACULTY OF COMEMRCE, HUMAN SICENCESAND EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
QUALIFICATION: BACHELOROF BUSINESSAND INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION
QUALIFICATION CODE: 07BBIA
COURSE CODE: BIS521S
LEVEL: 5
COURSE NAME: BUSINESSINFORMATION SYSTEMS1B
SESSION: January 2024
PAPER: Theory (Paper 2)
DURATION: 2 HOURS
MARKS: 100
EXAMINER($)
SECOND OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER
MS ESTERVAINO
MODERATOR: MS PETRINA WITBEEN
INSTRUCTIONS
1. You have to answer ALL the questions.
2. Read questions carefully before answering.
3. Please number your answers clearly.
4. Make sure your student number appears on the answering script.
PERMISSIBLE MATERIALS
1. Pen, pencil, ruler and eraser
THIS QUESTION PAPER CONSISTS OF 6 PAGES (Including this front page)
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QUESTION 1- MULTIPLE CHOICE
[10 Marks]
1.1 Which one is the collection of ........................i.nstructions that enable the user to interact with
a computer, its hardware, or perform tasks is called?
a) Information
b) Data
c) Instructions
d) Software
1.2 This layout was created to reduce finger movement when typing and to produce faster
typing speeds.
a) Azerty
b) Dvorak
c) Qwerty
d) Barack
1.3 What type of device is a microphone?
a) Input device
b) Output device
c) Storage device
d) Communication device
1.4 What type of device is this?
a) Output device
b) Input device
c) Communication device
d) Storage device
1.5 Uses of voice input include:
a) internet messaging that supports voice conversations,
b) VOiP - enables users to make calls over the internet. To make a call, a telephone is
connected to a network cable, rather than a phone line or a call is made over a
computer. Skype is a popular example.
c) video calls,
d) all of the above.
1.6 ....................................... cables are used for audio/video transmission.
a) DVI
b) HTTP
c) HDMI
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d) DVD
1.7 ................. scanners identify a person by taking measurements of a person's ............ For
example, the distance between the person's chin, eyes, nose, and mouth. What is the
missing word?
a) Hand
b) Face
c) Nose
d) Mouth
1.8 This is called a?
a) Barcode reader
b) Flatbed scanner
c) RFIDreader
d) None of the above
1.9 The most common method of entering text and numerical data into a computer system is
through the use of a ____
_
a) Plotter
b) Printer
c) Keyboard
d) Scanner
1.10 Which type of device is touch screen technology used on?
a) Tablet computers
b) Smartphones
c) Newer model laptop and desktop computers
d) All of the above
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QUESTION 2 - Give one Word/ Phrase for the following:
[10 MARKS]
2.1 __________
refers to the time it takes to turn a pixel on, from black to white,
or off, from white to black.
2.2 ___________
consists of data as computer instructions that enable the user to
interact with a computer, its hardware, or perform tasks.
2.3 An ____________
is a teaching tool that allows computer images to be
displayed onto a board using a reflective device.
2.4 A __________
pressure and motion.
is a small, flat, rectangular pointing device that is sensitive to
2.5 A __________
is a small lightweight, battery-powered printer that allows a
mobile user to print from a laptop, smartphone, or other mobile device while travelling.
2.6 _________
input device.
are commands that the user gives to the computer by means of an
2.7 A _________
is controiled by the hand, which senses motion.
2.8 Another name for a quick response code is a ________
_
2.9 __________
is the first operation in the operating system function process.
2.10 __________
is the process of transferring the information from the storage
device into the memory of the computer.
QUESTION 4-
[20 MARKS]
Provide explanations for the following terms and describe one advantage of each term.
4.1 Ergonomic keyboard: Its design reduces the chance of repetitive strain injuries of the wrist
and hand. The goal of ergonomics is to incorporate comfort, efficiency, and safety in the
design of the workplace.
4.2 Brightness: This is measured in nits, which is the intensity of the light on the screen. A nit
unit of light intensity is equal to one candela per square meter. Adequate brightness is
essential to ensure that the content on the screen is visible and readable, especially on a
computer.
4.3 Instructions: are commands that the user gives to the computer by means of using an input
device. The user can give the computer instructions for different functions like to open, save
print or delete.
4.4 Resolution: Screen resolution refers to how clearly text and images are displayed on your
screen. It indicates the number of pixels displayed horizontally and vertically on the screen.
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4.5 Hibernate: This option was designed for laptops and might not be available for all PC's.It
uses less power than sleep mode and when you start up the PCagain, you're back where you
left off.
QUESTION 5
[30 Marks]
5.1 Listany 2 modern-day biometric devices and give a practical example of where each
device could be used.
(4)
5.2 Explain the Input Process Diagram using a practical example.
(5)
5.3. Differentiate between the personal printer and network printer.
(4)
5.5 Define the following terms: Resolution and Dot Pitch.
(4)
5.6 Differentiate between storage and memory in the information technology
industry.
(4)
5.7 Listthe many types of storage devices and indicate whether they are internal or
external.
(8)
5.8 Give another name for all-in-one printer?
(1)
TOTAL:100 MARKS
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