JAMB Past Questions and Answers - Page 193

961.

The internet is a system of telecommunications used for?

A.

communicating long-distance messages

B.

sending and recieving text massages

C.

sending electronic messages

D.

communicating messages through telegrams

Correct answer is C

The Internet is a vast network that connects computers, phones, and gadgets all over the world, with people sharing information and communicating through electronic messages from anywhere with an Internet connection.

962.

The major determinant of fire insurance premium is the?

A.

type and structure of the property to be insured

B.

usefulness of the property to the owner

C.

owner of the property to be insured

D.

extent of fire damage anticipated

Correct answer is A

The total value of your assets and building is the basic factor of the premium amount. The market value of the building and purchase value of all the contents are taken into consideration while calculating the premium amount.

963.

In the permanent storage device, DASD means?

A.

Data Access Storage Device

B.

Data Access Systems Device

C.

Direct Access Systems Device

D.

Direct Access Storage Device

Correct answer is D

DASD means direct-access storage device and it is a secondary storage device that stores data in discrete locations with a unique address, such as hard disk drives, optical drives, and most magnetic storage devices.

964.

A distinctive advantage of GSM is its?

A.

mobility

B.

cost

C.

stability

D.

coverage

Correct answer is A

A major advantage of the GSM as a means of communication is the ease of carrying it around without feeling cumbersome

965.

Digital computer is divided into?

A.

analogue, hybrid and mini

B.

super, maniframe, mini and micro

C.

mainframe, hybrid and micro

D.

super, mainframe, micro and analogue

Correct answer is B

Based on the size and type of the device, digital computers are classified into four categories.

  • Microcomputer
  • Minicomputer
  • Mainframe computer
  • Supercomputer