1. Raw facts and figures that have not been processed are called:
A) Information
B) Data
C) Knowledge
D) Algorithms
2. Processed data that is meaningful to users is known as:
A) Bytes
B) Records
C) Files
D) Information
3. Data consisting of whole numbers is classified as:
A) Integer data
B) Boolean data
C) Character data
D) Multimedia data
4. Which data type stores only two possible values such as True or False?
A) Integer
B) String
C) Boolean
D) Decimal
5. Which of the following is an example of textual data?
A) 250
B) “Pakistan”
C) True
D) 98.6
6. Data science is mainly concerned with:
A) Extracting useful insights from data
B) Manufacturing processors
C) Repairing hardware
D) Installing software
7. Big Data refers to datasets that are:
A) Easy to manage manually
B) Limited to spreadsheets
C) Small and simple
D) Extremely large and complex
8. Which of the following is an example of numerical data?
A) “Ali”
B) “Blue”
C) 1250
D) “Lahore”
9. A collection of related data is commonly called a:
A) Compiler
B) Database
C) Browser
D) Network
10. Which data type is best for storing a person’s age?
A) Integer
B) Boolean
C) Character
D) Image
11. Which of the following is multimedia data?
A) 75
B) False
C) “Computer”
D) Video Clip
12. Which field uses data analysis to support decision-making?
A) Plumbing
B) Data Science
C) Carpentry
D) Painting
13. Which of the following is a characteristic of Big Data?
A) Very small size
B) Paper-based storage only
C) High volume of information
D) No need for analysis
14. The conversion of raw data into meaningful results is called:
A) Data Processing
B) Formatting
C) Networking
D) Encryption
15. Which of the following is most likely to generate Big Data?
A) A single notebook
B) One calculator
C) A classroom register
D) Social media platforms
16. Which data type would be most suitable for storing a student’s name?
A) Boolean
B) String/Text
C) Integer
D) Float
17. Information is produced after:
A) Data has been processed
B) Hardware is replaced
C) The monitor is connected
D) A printer is installed
18. Which of the following is an example of Boolean data?
A) 150
B) “Computer”
C) True
D) 45.6
19. Which type of data includes decimal values such as 12.75?
A) Floating-point data
B) Character data
C) Boolean data
D) Binary data
20. Which of the following is an example of structured data?
A) A collection of random images
B) A video library
C) Audio recordings
D) Student records stored in rows and columns
21. The main purpose of analyzing data is to:
A) Increase file size
B) Discover useful patterns and insights
C) Replace databases
D) Slow down processing
22. Which of the following is NOT considered data?
A) Numbers
B) Text
C) Meaningful conclusions drawn from processed facts
D) Images
23. Which type of data is represented by letters, words, and symbols?
A) Character or Text Data
B) Integer Data
C) Boolean Data
D) Binary Data
24. Which technology often relies on Big Data to make predictions?
A) Typewriter
B) Calculator
C) Photocopier
D) Data Science
25. Which of the following is the best example of information?
A) 75, 82, 91
B) “The class average score is 83%”
C) Student roll numbers
D) A list of names
26. Which field combines statistics, computing, and data analysis?
A) Data Science
B) Civil Engineering
C) Graphic Design
D) Architecture
27. Which of the following is an example of multimedia data?
A) Roll Number
B) Student Name
C) Digital Photograph
D) Exam Marks
28. The word “analysis” in data analysis means:
A) Deleting files
B) Compressing data
C) Backing up information
D) Examining data to gain useful knowledge
29. Which of the following can produce large amounts of data every day?
A) A single notebook
B) Online social networking platforms
C) A wall clock
D) A chalkboard
30. Which data type is best suited for storing “Yes” or “No” values?
A) String
B) Float
C) Boolean
D) Character
31. A chart showing monthly sales is an example of:
A) Information presented visually
B) Raw hardware
C) Network topology
D) Machine language
32. Which of the following is NOT a common data type?
A) Integer
B) Boolean
C) Text
D) Keyboard
33. One purpose of collecting data is to:
A) Increase storage costs
B) Support informed decision-making
C) Eliminate information
D) Replace algorithms
34. Which statement best describes Big Data?
A) It consists of massive datasets that require advanced methods for storage and analysis
B) It refers only to printed records
C) It is limited to school attendance sheets
D) It can only contain numerical values
35. Which of the following is an example of unstructured data?
A) Marks stored in a spreadsheet
B) Student records in a database table
C) A collection of videos and images
D) Attendance sheet
36. Which type of data is best represented by values such as 3.14 and 98.75?
A) Floating-point data
B) Boolean data
C) Character data
D) Date data
37. Which of the following is an example of information rather than raw data?
A) 78, 82, 91
B) List of temperatures
C) Student roll numbers
D) “Average monthly temperature is 32°C”
38. Data scientists commonly analyze data to:
A) Replace operating systems
B) Discover trends and make predictions
C) Manufacture computer chips
D) Repair hardware devices
39. Which of the following is stored as text data?
A) “Islamabad”
B) False
C) 2500
D) 45.75
40. Which characteristic is commonly associated with Big Data?
A) Limited storage needs
B) Only text files
C) Large volume and rapid generation of data
D) Manual processing only
41. Which data type is suitable for storing whether a light switch is ON or OFF?
A) Integer
B) Character
C) Float
D) Boolean
42. A hospital analyzing patient records to improve treatment is an example of:
A) Hardware engineering
B) Data analysis
C) Network routing
D) Web hosting
43. Which of the following is a source of Big Data?
A) E-commerce websites
B) A single printed notebook
C) A chalkboard
D) A pocket calculator
44. Which process converts data into meaningful information?
A) Formatting
B) Downloading
C) Processing
D) Printing
45. Which statement about data science is correct?
A) It is only used in schools
B) It replaces computer programming
C) It deals only with images
D) It uses computing and statistics to analyze data
46. Which of the following would most likely be represented as an integer?
A) Student name
B) Number of books in a library
C) True/False value
D) Audio recording
47. Which type of organization frequently uses Big Data analytics to recommend products?
A) Online shopping platforms
B) Small paper stationery shops without computers
C) Handwritten diaries
D) Typewriter repair centers
48. Which of the following is an advantage of data analysis?
A) It always reduces internet costs
B) It eliminates the need for databases
C) It replaces human decision-making completely
D) It helps organizations make informed decisions
49. In computing, the plural form of datum is:
A) Database
B) Document
C) Data
D) Dataset
50. The primary goal of Chapter 4 is to help students understand:
A) Hardware repair techniques
B) How data can be collected, processed, and analyzed to produce useful information
C) Computer networking protocols
D) Operating system installation