Chapter 2 End test
Chapter 2 End test
ICT 50 marks
3. A library is considering the way it issues books. The librarians are planning
to use RFID rather than bar codes.
Describe the advantages of using RFID rather than bar codes.
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7. Martin wants to record a message for his students. His voice will be added to
the presentation. He will also need to listen to his voice to make sure the sound
is of good quality.
Name two devices that he will need. [2]
11. Complete the following sentences, using the most appropriate direct data entry
device.
(a) The device that reads data from a card in a contactless card system is
called…………… [1]
(b) The device that reads scanned text and converts it into a readable form is
called…………… [1]
(c) The device that reads the data made up of black lines and spaces on
household goods is called…………… [1]
13. Three devices are shown on the left and five descriptions are shown on the right.
By drawing lines, connect each device to its correct description. [3]
14. Touch screens are very popular for personal devices and for fixed
devices in public places.
a State three personal devices that use a touch screen. [3]
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b Give two advantages and two disadvantages of using a touch screen. [4]
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c Describe the benefits of touch screens in public places such as those
on ticket machines in bus and railway stations. [3]
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