Computer Studies Practice Test – Managing Computer Files (Questions with Answers and Explanations)

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The type of file organisation in a DVD-ROM is _______ (WASSCE DP 2015)

A. Direct access
B. Sequential
C. Serial
D. Hierarchical


Which of the following is not an advantage of file organization? (WASSCE DP 2017)

A. Faster processing of data input
B. Post data retrieval
C. Prevention of data failure and data loss
D. Safety of data and information in a storage medium


An advantage of sequential file access over serial access is that ______ (WASSCE CS 2014)

A. sequential file is slow
B. sequential file is detailed
C. sequential file does not use key
D. individual records can be located more quickly


Which of the following computer file can be used for updating the master file? (WASSCE CS 2018)

A. Data file
B. Program file
C. Reference file
D. Transaction file


One advantage of indexed sequential file organization is that _______ (WASSCE DP 2018)

A. index tables are small and can be searched quickly.
B. it is cost effective.
C. it is suitable for dynamically changing files
D. it requires less storage space.

 

 

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