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Basics

Official curriculum roadmap, subject/topic distribution, negative marking rules, pacing guidelines, and solved sample questions.

๐ŸŽฏ Mapped Subjects & Topic Question Distribution

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8 MCQs
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Basics
8 MCQs
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๐Ÿ“Š Question Pool Structure
8 MCQs across fundamental, intermediate, and advanced concept tiers.
โšก Recommended Pacing
45 to 60 seconds per MCQ. Flag complex problems and preserve 10 minutes for final revision.
โš–๏ธ Scoring & Negative Marking
+1 mark per correct answer. In competitive tests with negative marking, -0.25 applies for incorrect guesses.

๐Ÿ’ก Strategic Preparation & Exam Hall Guidelines

To maximize your score on Basics, candidates are advised to follow a structured three-pass approach. In the First Pass, solve all direct recall and formula-based questions within 30 seconds each to secure foundational marks. In the Second Pass, tackle multi-step analytical and quantitative reasoning problems. In the Third Pass, review marked questions and verify calculations.

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Sample Question 1
Basics Medium • Computer Aptitude Test
A computer can be defined as an electronic device that:
A Processes data
B Stores information
C (a) and (b)
โœ“ Correct Answer: C - (a) and (b)
๐Ÿ“– Step-by-Step Solution & Conceptual Rationale:
Computers are essentially data processing and storage machines.
Sample Question 2
Basics Medium • Computer Aptitude Test
Hardware represents:
A Physical parts
B Operating system
C Programs
D Data
โœ“ Correct Answer: A - Physical parts
๐Ÿ“– Step-by-Step Solution & Conceptual Rationale:
Hardware consists of the tangible, physical components of a computer system.
Sample Question 3
Basics Medium • Computer Aptitude Test
Software refers to:
A Physical parts
B Set of instructions
C Keyboard
D Mouse
โœ“ Correct Answer: B - Set of instructions
๐Ÿ“– Step-by-Step Solution & Conceptual Rationale:
Software is the collection of programs and instructions that tell hardware what to do.
Sample Question 4
Basics Medium • Computer Aptitude Test
Which is NOT a characteristic of a computer?
A Speed
B Accuracy
C Diligence
D Feelings
โœ“ Correct Answer: D - Feelings
๐Ÿ“– Step-by-Step Solution & Conceptual Rationale:
A computer is a machine. It lacks human qualities such as feelings, emotions, instincts, and independent intelligence quotient (IQ). It can only execute commands based on pre-programmed instructions.
Sample Question 5
Basics Medium • Computer Aptitude Test
Desktop and personal computers are also called:
A Mainframe
B Supercomputers
C Microcomputers
D (b) and (c)
โœ“ Correct Answer: C - Microcomputers
๐Ÿ“– Step-by-Step Solution & Conceptual Rationale:
Microcomputers are designed for individual use, typically as desktops or laptops.
Sample Question 6
Basics Medium • Computer Aptitude Test
Which is not a computer classification?
A Mainframe
B Minicomputer
C Laptop
D Maxicomputer
โœ“ Correct Answer: D - Maxicomputer
๐Ÿ“– Step-by-Step Solution & Conceptual Rationale:
"Maxicomputer" is not a standard industry term for computer classification.
Sample Question 7
Basics Medium • Computer Aptitude Test
A collection of raw facts and figure is called:
A Data
B Information
C Processing
D Output
โœ“ Correct Answer: A - Data
๐Ÿ“– Step-by-Step Solution & Conceptual Rationale:
Data refers to unorganized facts that have not yet been processed.
Sample Question 8
Basics Medium • Computer Aptitude Test
The data after the processing is called:
A Output data
B Information
C Sample data
D None of these
โœ“ Correct Answer: B - Information
๐Ÿ“– Step-by-Step Solution & Conceptual Rationale:
Information is the organized or classified data which has some meaningful value.
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