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DATA ENTRY OPERATIONS

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Time : 2 Hours ]                                                                                                                                      [ Maximum Marks : 40

 

Note :

(i) This question paper consists of 25 questions in all.

(ii) All questions are compulsory.

(iii) Marks are given against each question.

(iv) Section – A consists of:

(a) Q. No. 1 to 8 – Objective Type Questions/True or False/Fill in the blanks. Q. No. 1 to 7 carrying 1 mark each and Q. No. 8 carrying 2 marks. An internal choice has been provided in some of these Questions. You have to attempt only one of the given choices in such questions.

(b) Q. No. 9 to 17 – Objective type questions. QNo. 9 to 10 carry 2 marks each (with 2 sub-parts of 1 mark each) and Q. No. 11 to 17 carry 1 mark each (an internal choice has been provided in some of these questions. You have to attempt only one of the given choices in such questions) Attempt these questions as per the instructions given for each of the questions 11 to 17.

(v) Section – B consists of:

(a) Q. No. 18 to 22 -Very Short Answer type questions carrying 2 marks each to be answered in the range of 30 to 50 words.

(b) Q. No. 23 to 24 – Short Answer type questions carrying 3 marks each to be answered in the range of 50 to 80 words.

(c) Q. No. 25 – Long Answer type question carrying 4 marks to be answered in the range of 80 to 120 words.

 

(1) Answers of all questions are to be given in the Answer-Book given to you. (2) 15 minutes time has been allotted to read this question paper. The question paper will be distributed at 2:15 p.m. From 2:15 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., the students will read the question paper only and will not write any answer on the Answer-Book during this period.

 SECTION – A

1. The set of programs in ROM which are activated when a computer is switched on and which activate different units of a computer are called __________. 1

Ans. The set of programs in ROM activated when a computer is switched on, which activates different units of the computer, is called the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).

 

2. What is the result of the formula=SUM(A1 : A5) if cells A1 to A5 contain the values 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25? 1

(A) 55                  (B) 65                 (C) 75                  (D) 85

 

Ans. (C) 75

OR

What is the result of the formula=MAX(A1 : A5) if cells A1 to A5 contain the values 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25?  1

(A) 15                                 (B) 10                                 (C) 20                                 (D) 25

 

Ans. (D) 25

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3. What is the primary purpose of the Format Painter tool in Microsoft Word? 1

(A) To change the font size

(B) To copy formatting from one place and apply it to another

(C) To create hyperlinks

(D) To insert images into a document

Ans. (B) To copy formatting from one place and apply it to another.

4. __________ sets the number format to Comma style that rounds to a whole number i.e. without any decimal places.

(A) Comma [0]                (B) Comma

(C) Currency                                   (D) Currency [0]

 

Ans. (A) Comma [0]

 

5. Which chart type would you use to show trends over time? 1

(A) Pie chart                                                                 (B) Bar chart

(C) Line chart                                                               (D) Scatter chart

Ans. (C) Line chart

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6. Slides can easily be ordered and sorted using __________ view. 1

 

Ans. Slides can easily be ordered and sorted using Slide Sorter view.

 

7. Which function in MS Excel would you use to find the sum of values present in cells in a range that meet a specific criterion? 1

(A) COUNT ( )                                                               (B) COUNTIF ( )

(C) COUNTBLANK ( )                                                 (D) SUMIF ( )

 

Ans. (D) SUMIF()

The SUMIF() function in MS Excel calculates the sum of values in a range that meet a specific criterion.

 

8. In the questions given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct option out of the choices given below in each question (attempt any 2) :

 

(i) Assertion (A): In MS Word 2007, entire document can be selected by either choosing Edit ® Select All command on the menu bar or by pressing Ctrl+A keys together.

 

Reason (R): Ctrl+Shift+A keys are pressed together to deselect the selected part.

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).

(C) (A) is true but (R) is false.

(D) (A) is false but (R) is true.

(E) Both (A) and (R) are false.

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Ans. (C) (A) is true but (R) is false.

• Assertion (A) is true because you can select the entire document in MS Word 2007 by pressing Ctrl+A or using Edit → Select All.
• Reason (R) is false because Ctrl+Shift+A does not deselect the selected part; instead, it toggles all caps formatting. To deselect, you click elsewhere or press an arrow key.

(ii) Assertion (A): The “Ctrl+Z” keyboard shortcut in MS Word is used to undo the last action, including the insertion of bullets or numbering.

Reason (R): “Ctrl+Z” in MS Word is the undo command, allowing users to revert the document to its previous state, including the removal of recently added bullets or numbering.

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).

(C) (A) is true but (R) is false.

(D) (A) is false but (R) is true.

(E) Both (A) and (R) are false.

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Ans. (A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

• Assertion (A) is true because Ctrl+Z undoes the last action, including inserting bullets or numbering.
• Reason (R) is also true as it correctly explains that Ctrl+Z is the undo command, reverting the document to its previous state.

 

(iii) Assertion (A): Headers and footers in MS Word can only be applied to the first page of a document.

Reason (R): Headers and footers in MS Word can be set to apply to the first page, all pages, odd pages, even pages or a specific range of pages.

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).

(C) (A) is true but (R) is false.

(D) (A) is false but (R) is true.

(E) Both (A) and (R) are false.

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Ans. (D) (A) is false but (R) is true.

• Assertion (A) is false because headers and footers in MS Word can be applied to more than just the first page.
• Reason (R) is true because headers and footers can be customized to apply to the first page, all pages, odd pages, even pages, or a specific range of pages.

 

(iv) Assertion (A): In MS Word 2007, letter, legal, A4 are the options available under paper size in the page layout tab.

Reason (R): In MS Word 2007, there is no default setting for paper size option.

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).

(C) (A) is true but (R) is false.

(D) (A) is false but (R) is true.

(E) Both (A) and (R) are false.

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Ans. (C) (A) is true but (R) is false.

• Assertion (A) is true because Letter, Legal, and A4 are indeed available options for paper size in the Page Layout tab of MS Word 2007.
• Reason (R) is false because MS Word 2007 does have default paper sizes set, such as Letter (8.5″ x 11″).

 

9. State True or False (Any Two) : 2

(a) Headers and Footers in Word are used for displaying information like page numbers, document titles or dates at the top and bottom of each page.

(b) Adding shading to a paragraph automatically changes its font color .

(c) The “Columns” feature in MS Word 2007 allows you to create only two columns per page.

(d) When you are typing along and reach the bottom of a page in a Word document, a page break will be inserted automatically.

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Ans.  (a) True – Headers and footers in Word are used for displaying information like page numbers, document titles, or dates at the top and bottom of each page.

(b) False – Adding shading to a paragraph does not automatically change its font color.

(c) False – The “Columns” feature in MS Word 2007 allows you to create more than two columns per page; you can choose to create two or more columns.

(d) False – When you reach the bottom of a page, Word will automatically push the text to the next page, but it does not insert a page break automatically unless explicitly instructed to do so.

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10. Fill in the blanks (any 2): 2

(a) Shortcut key for inserting a page break is __________.

(b) Shortcut key for starting print preview is __________.

(c) Shortcut key for closing a file is __________.

(d) Shortcut key for making the text left aligned is __________.

 

Ans. (a) Shortcut key for inserting a page break is Ctrl + Enter.

(b) Shortcut key for starting print preview is Ctrl + P.

(c) Shortcut key for closing a file is Ctrl + W.

(d) Shortcut key for making the text left-aligned is Ctrl + L.

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11. You need to create a list of steps for a recipe. __________ list type would be most appropriate for this purpose.

 

Ans. A numbered list would be most appropriate for this purpose, as it presents the steps in a clear, sequential order.

 

12. __________ is an input device that can be used to move the pointer and select objects on the display screen by directly pointing to the objects with the pen.                                                                                           1

 

Ans. A light pen is an input device that can be used to move the pointer and select objects on the display screen by directly pointing to the objects with the pen.

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13. Single spacing in a paragraph causes __________ line spacing. 1

(A) 10 – point

(B) 12 – point

(C) 18 – point

(D) 24 – point

Ans. (B) 12-point

Single spacing in a paragraph typically results in 12-point line spacing, as it is based on the default font size in most word processors.

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14. Which function in MS Excel would you use to calculate the average of a range of numbers? 1

 

Ans. The correct function to calculate the average of a range of numbers in MS Excel is:

AVERAGE()

Example: =AVERAGE(A1:A5) calculates the average of the values in cells A1 to A5.

OR

Which function in MS Excel would you use to calculate the sum of a range of numbers?

Ans. The correct function to calculate the sum of a range of numbers in MS Excel is:

SUM()

Example: =SUM(A1:A5) calculates the total of the values in cells A1 to A5.

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15. Give the keyboard shortcut that can be used to make the text center aligned. 1

Ans. The keyboard shortcut to make the text center aligned in MS Word is:

Ctrl + E

 

16. Name the tab which allows you to adjust page margins, orientation and size in MS Word. 1

Ans. The “Page Layout” tab (called “Layout” in newer versions) allows you to adjust page margins, orientation, and size in MS Word.

OR

Name the tab which allows you to Move or Cut text in MS Word.

Ans. The “Home” tab allows you to Move or Cut text in MS Word. It contains the Cut (Ctrl + X) and Paste (Ctrl + V) options in the Clipboard group.

 

17. Name the tab and the group where can you find options for protecting worksheets and workbooks in MS Excel. 1

Ans. In MS Excel, you can find options for protecting worksheets and workbooks under:

• Tab: Review
• Group: Protect

This group includes options like Protect Sheet, Protect Workbook, and Allow Edit Ranges.

SECTION – B

18. Differentiate between system software and application software with example. 2

Ans.

OR

 

Differentiate between low-level languages and high-level languages with example.

Ans.

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19. Explain the difference between Save as file and Save as webpage in PowerPoint. 2

 Ans.

20. Explain the purpose of main document in mail merge. 2

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Ans. In Mail Merge, the main document serves as the template or base document that contains the standard content, such as text, images, and formatting, which will remain the same across all merged documents.

Purpose of the Main Document:

1. Contains the Core Information: The main document holds the content that will appear in each version of the final document (e.g., a letter, envelope, or label).
2. Includes Merge Fields: It has placeholders (merge fields) that are linked to data from the data source (e.g., names, addresses, etc.) to personalize each copy of the document.
3. Consistency: The layout and structure of the main document remain consistent across all merged documents, ensuring uniformity in formatting.

For example, in a mail merge for a letter, the main document contains the letter’s body, while the data source supplies personalized information like the recipient’s name and address to fill in the merge fields.

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21. What are plotters and where are they used? 2

Ans. Plotters

Plotters are specialized output devices used to produce high-quality, precise graphical representations, typically in the form of large-scale drawings, diagrams, or maps. Unlike printers, which print dots on paper, plotters use pens, markers, or other tools to draw continuous lines.

Types of Plotters:

1. Pen Plotters: Use pens to draw on paper by moving in precise, controlled directions.
2. Laser Plotters: Use lasers to burn lines onto the paper.
3. Inkjet Plotters: Use inkjet technology to produce high-quality color graphics.

Uses of Plotters:

1. Engineering and Architectural Drawings: Plotters are widely used for creating blueprints, construction plans, or mechanical diagrams due to their precision.
2. Maps and Graphs: They are used to produce geographical maps, topographical maps, and other scientific charts.
3. Signage and Banners: Plotters are used in industries like advertising for creating large-scale posters, banners, and signage.
4. CAD (Computer-Aided Design): In industries like automotive and aerospace, plotters are used to print designs, prototypes, and other technical drawings.

Plotters are essential when high precision and large-scale drawings are needed, something typical printers cannot achieve.

 

22. Write steps to duplicate a slide in MS PowerPoint. 2

 Ans. To duplicate a slide in MS PowerPoint, follow these steps:

1. Open the PowerPoint presentation where you want to duplicate a slide.
2. Select the slide you want to duplicate in the Slide Sorter or the left pane (where all the slides are listed).
3. Right-click on the selected slide.
4. From the context menu, click on “Duplicate Slide.”
   • Alternatively, you can press Ctrl + D after selecting the slide to duplicate it.
5. A copy of the slide will appear directly after the original slide in the slide list.

That’s it! You’ve successfully duplicated the slide.

OR

Why do you need to hide a slide ? Write steps to hide a slide in MS PowerPoint.

Ans. Why Hide a Slide?

Hiding a slide in MS PowerPoint can be useful in various scenarios:

• During Presentations: You may not want to show certain slides during a presentation but want to keep them in the file for future use or reference.
• Practice Runs: When practicing, you might want to hide a slide temporarily without deleting it.
• Conditional Display: If you’re creating a presentation for different audiences, hiding some slides can make it easier to create customized versions.

Steps to Hide a Slide in MS PowerPoint:

1. Open your PowerPoint presentation.
2. Select the slide you want to hide in the Slide Sorter or left pane.
3. Right-click on the selected slide.
4. From the context menu, click on “Hide Slide.”
   • Alternatively, you can go to the Slide Show tab in the Ribbon and check the “Hide Slide” option.
5. The slide will appear grayed out, indicating that it is hidden.
6. To unhide the slide, right-click on the hidden slide again and select “Hide Slide” to uncheck it.

The hidden slide will not be displayed during the slideshow, but it is still part of the presentation.

23. What are compilers? Why are they needed in computers ? What is the program generated by the compiler after translation known as? 3

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Ans. What are Compilers?

A compiler is a special type of software program that translates high-level programming languages (like C, C++, Java) into machine language or intermediate code that a computer’s processor can understand and execute.

Why are Compilers Needed in Computers?

• Translation: Compilers are needed to convert the human-readable code (high-level language) into machine code (binary) that computers can process and run.
• Efficiency: They optimize the code during the translation process, ensuring that the program runs efficiently on the hardware.
• Error Checking: A compiler also helps detect syntax and semantic errors in the program during the translation process, helping developers fix issues before execution.

What is the Program Generated by the Compiler After Translation Known As?

The program generated by the compiler after translation is typically called “Object Code” or “Executable Code.”

• Object Code: This is a machine-readable file that contains binary code.
• Executable Code: In some cases, the compiler may generate an executable file (.exe) which is ready to be run on the system.

This translation allows the program to be executed by the computer’s processor.

24. Explain the purpose of: 3

. Slides

. Handouts

. Notes Page

in “Print what” option of Print Dialog box in context of MS PowerPoint.

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Ans. In MS PowerPoint, the “Print What” option in the Print dialog box allows you to choose how you want your slides to be printed. Here is the purpose of each option:

1. Slides:

• Purpose: This option prints individual slides as they appear in your presentation, with one slide per page.
• Usage: It is used when you want a printout of your slides for presentation purposes, handouts, or reference.
• Example: If you want to hand out a copy of the presentation to your audience, you would choose this option.

2. Handouts:

• Purpose: This option prints multiple slides on each page, typically in a 2, 3, 4, 6, or 9-slide format.
• Usage: It’s ideal for providing your audience with a condensed version of the presentation. Handouts save paper and are useful for taking notes during a presentation.
• Example: Choose this when you want to distribute a handout that shows several slides on a single page.

3. Notes Page:

• Purpose: This option prints slides along with any notes you have added to the slide in the Notes section.
• Usage: It is used when you want to include the speaker’s notes or any additional explanations alongside the slide content.
• Example: If you need to print your presentation along with the notes you would read aloud during the presentation, this option is useful.

Each of these options provides flexibility depending on whether you want to print slides, compact handouts, or include speaker notes.

OR

Explain the purpose of :

. Sentence case

. Title case

. Toggle case

in “Change Case” option of Text Formatting in context of MS PowerPoint.

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Ans. In MS PowerPoint, the “Change Case” option in the Text Formatting tools provides different ways to modify the capitalization of text. Here’s the purpose of each case option:

1. Sentence Case:

• Purpose: This option capitalizes the first letter of the first word in each sentence and leaves all other words in lowercase (except proper nouns).
• Usage: It is commonly used for standard sentence formatting, where you want the first word to be capitalized and the rest to follow normal sentence rules.
• Example:
  • Before: “this is a title case example.”
  • After applying Sentence Case: “This is a title case example.”

2. Title Case:

• Purpose: This option capitalizes the first letter of each major word in the text (such as nouns, pronouns, verbs, etc.) and leaves minor words (such as articles, conjunctions, and prepositions) in lowercase (unless they appear at the beginning or end of the title).
• Usage: It is used for titles, headings, and other cases where you want every important word to be capitalized.
• Example:
  • Before: “the power of microsoft presentation tools”
  • After applying Title Case: “The Power of Microsoft Presentation Tools”

3. Toggle Case:

• Purpose: This option changes the case of each letter in the selected text—uppercase letters are changed to lowercase, and lowercase letters are changed to uppercase.
• Usage: It is useful when you accidentally type in all uppercase or lowercase and want to quickly reverse it.
• Example:
  • Before: “HELLO WORLD”
  • After applying Toggle Case: “hello world”

These options are helpful for quickly adjusting the text formatting to meet different stylistic or grammatical needs in presentations.

25. Write down steps to create a data source using Mail Merge Helper.                4

Ans. To create a data source using the Mail Merge Helper in MS Word (specifically in older versions like Word 2003 and earlier), follow these steps:

Steps to Create a Data Source Using Mail Merge Helper:

1. Open Microsoft Word.
   • Start by opening a new or existing Word document where you want to use mail merge.
2. Start Mail Merge:
   • Click on the Tools menu in the menu bar.
   • Select Mail Merge or Mail Merge Helper (depending on your Word version).
     

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3. Choose Document Type:
   • In the Mail Merge Helper, choose the type of document you are creating (e.g., Form Letters, Envelopes, Labels, etc.).
   • Click OK or Next to proceed.
4. Create or Choose Data Source:
   • Under the “Data Source” section, you can either use an existing data source (like an Excel file or Access database) or create a new one.
   • To create a new data source, click on Create Data Source or Create New.
5. Define Fields for the Data Source:
   • You’ll be prompted to enter the field names for your data source (e.g., Name, Address, City, etc.).
   • Enter each field name and press Enter after each one.
   • Once all fields are entered, press OK or Done.
     

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6. Enter Data for the Data Source:
   • After creating the fields, you’ll need to enter the actual data for each entry.
   • A data entry window will appear, where you can enter information for each record (e.g., names, addresses, etc.).
   • Enter the data row by row, and click New Record for each new entry.
7. Save the Data Source:
   • Once the data is entered, save the file. The data source is usually saved as a .dat file.
   • Choose a location to save the file and give it a name. Click Save.
8. Complete the Mail Merge:
   • After creating and saving the data source, you can link it with your main document.
   • Continue with the mail merge process by inserting merge fields and completing the merge to generate personalized documents.

Note:

In newer versions of MS Word (e.g., Word 2010 and beyond), the Mail Merge Helper is not available, and the process of creating a data source is more integrated directly into the Mail Merge wizard.

OR

What is mail merge ? Explain its uses.

Ans. What is Mail Merge?

Mail Merge is a feature in Microsoft Word that allows you to create personalized documents (such as letters, labels, envelopes, etc.) by combining a template document with a data source. The template document contains fixed text, while the data source contains the variable information (such as names, addresses, or other details). Mail Merge automatically combines these two to generate multiple personalized documents at once.

How Mail Merge Works:

1. Main Document (Template): This is the document that contains the standard text or content you want to send out, such as a letter or form.
2. Data Source: This is a file that contains the variable information (e.g., names, addresses, etc.). It could be an Excel file, an Access database, or a manually created list in Word.
3. Merge Fields: These are placeholders in the main document that link to the data source (e.g., {{First Name}}, {{Address}}).
4. Merge Process: After linking the data source, Mail Merge combines the template with the data to produce a set of personalized documents.

Uses of Mail Merge:

1. Personalized Letters:
   • Use Case: Sending personalized form letters to a large group of recipients.
   • Example: A company sending out customized invitation letters to customers for an event.
2. Labels and Envelopes:
   • Use Case: Printing address labels or envelopes for multiple recipients.
   • Example: Printing mailing labels for sending catalogs to customers.
3. Email Campaigns:
   • Use Case: Sending personalized emails to a list of recipients.
   • Example: A newsletter with personalized greetings and content for each subscriber.
4. Reports and Certificates:
   • Use Case: Generating personalized certificates, reports, or forms for a group of people.
   • Example: A school issuing personalized attendance reports or certificates to students.
5. Catalogs and Direct Mail:
   • Use Case: Creating a catalog with different product options personalized for each recipient.
   • Example: A retailer sending personalized product offers based on the recipient’s purchasing history.

Benefits of Mail Merge:

• Efficiency: Automates the process of creating and sending large volumes of personalized documents.
• Accuracy: Reduces the chance of human error since the process is automated.
• Consistency: Ensures that all documents are uniformly formatted, saving time and effort.

Mail Merge is a powerful tool for businesses, educational institutions, and organizations to communicate with large groups while keeping the communication personal and targeted.

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