Input & Output Devices (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE Computer Science): Exam Questions

Exam code: 0478 & 0984

29 mins7 questions
1
1 mark

An office has an automated lighting system. When movement is detected in the office, the lights are switched on. If movement is not detected for a period of two minutes, the lights are switched off.

The system uses a sensor and a microprocessor.

Identify the most appropriate sensor.

2a
3 marks

A printer is one example of an output device.

Give three other examples of output devices.

2b
3 marks

Give three examples of input devices.

3
1 mark

A farm has an automated drinking system for its animals. The drinking system has a water bowl that contains the water. When the water bowl is empty, it is automatically refilled.

The system uses a sensor and a microprocessor.

Identify the most appropriate sensor for this system.

4a
2 marks

A student has a portable tablet computer.

Identify two input devices that could be built into the portable tablet computer.

4b
1 mark

Identify one output device that could be built into the portable tablet computer

4c
1 mark

Identify one type of storage device that could be built into the portable tablet computer

1
5 marks

The paragraph describes the use of output devices in a modern office.

Complete the paragraph using the most appropriate terms from the list.

Not all of the terms in the list need to be used.

  • actuator

  • digital light processing (DLP) projector

  • inkjet printer

  • laser printer

  • light emitting diode (LED) screen

  • liquid crystal display (LCD) projector

  • liquid crystal display (LCD) screen

  • speaker

  • 3D printer

In a modern office setup, various devices are used to enhance productivity and communication.

For displaying presentations and videos, a __________ (1) is commonly used as it projects high-quality images onto a large screen.

When it comes to producing physical documents, a __________ (2) printer is preferred for its fast and precise text printing, while an __________ (3) printer is chosen if budget is a concern.

For outputting clear audio during meetings or multimedia sessions, a __________ (4) ensures everyone can hear the sound clearly.

Additionally, a __________ (5) screen is often used in office monitors for its bright and sharp display, making it ideal for daily work.

1
6 marks

A farm has an automated drinking system for its animals. The drinking system has a water bowl that contains the water. When the water bowl is empty, it is automatically refilled.

The system uses a sensor and a microprocessor.

Describe how the sensor and the microprocessor are used to automatically refill the water bowl.

2
6 marks

A farmer uses an automated robot to plant seeds in the field.

The robot plants seeds and stops when it reaches a fence. It then turns and continues planting seeds. The robot uses sensors and a microprocessor to know when it reaches a fence.

Explain how the robot uses sensors and a microprocessor to know it has reached a fence