(a) List the two main constituents of a computer (b) State four characteristics of a computer. (c) In a tabular form, categorize each of the following state...
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(a) List the two main constituents of a computer (b) State four characteristics of a computer.
(c) In a tabular form, categorize each of the following statements into either data or information: (i) It is no significant alone by itself; (ii) It is significant by itself
(iii) It is obtained through observations and recordings (iv) It is obtained through analysis.
Answer Details
(a) Two main constituents of a computer
- Hardware (the physical parts of the computer).
- Software (the programs that run on the computer).
(b) Four characteristics of a computer
- Speed - it processes data very fast.
- Accuracy - it gives correct results with very few errors.
- Storage - it can store very large amounts of data.
- Diligence / automation - it can work continuously without getting tired. (Versatility is also acceptable.)
(c) Categorising the statements as data or information
| Statement | Category |
|---|---|
| (i) It is not significant alone by itself | Data |
| (ii) It is significant by itself | Information |
| (iii) It is obtained through observations and recordings | Data |
| (iv) It is obtained through analysis | Information |
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