1.
Firmware is best described as:
A. Hardware component
B. Software embedded in hardware
C. Application program
D. Internet protocol
Answer: B
2.
Firmware is usually stored in which type of memory?
A. RAM
B. Cache
C. Flash memory or ROM
D. Hard disk
Answer: C
3.
Which of the following devices commonly uses firmware?
A. Router
B. Printer
C. Camera
D. All of these
Answer: D
4.
Why is firmware necessary in electronic devices?
A. To control hardware functions
B. To connect internet
C. To increase screen brightness
D. To increase RAM
Answer: A
5.
A technician updates the firmware of a smart TV. What is the main reason for doing this?
A. Fix bugs and improve performance
B. Increase screen size
C. Increase electricity supply
D. Increase hardware weight
Answer: A
6.
Firmware works mainly between:
A. Hardware and operating system
B. Monitor and keyboard
C. CPU and printer
D. Internet and browser
Answer: A
7.
If firmware becomes corrupted in a device, what is the most likely result?
A. Device may fail to start or function properly
B. Internet becomes faster
C. RAM increases automatically
D. Monitor resolution increases
Answer: A
8.
Which of the following is an example of firmware?
A. Router operating code
B. Windows OS
C. MS Word
D. Google Chrome
Answer: A
9.
Why is firmware called semi-permanent software?
A. It is stored in non-volatile memory but can be updated
B. It runs only in RAM
C. It runs only online
D. It runs temporarily
Answer: A
10.
A printer stops working correctly until its firmware is updated. What does this indicate?
A. Firmware controls printer operations
B. Firmware controls internet speed
C. Firmware controls monitor brightness
D. Firmware controls RAM capacity
Answer: A
11.
Which device firmware controls Wi-Fi connectivity in a network device?
A. Router
B. Keyboard
C. Mouse
D. Scanner
Answer: A
12.
Which of the following best explains firmware updates in smartphones?
A. Improves device stability and adds features
B. Increases battery size
C. Changes screen size
D. Changes hardware design
Answer: A
13.
What would happen if firmware did not exist in embedded devices?
A. Hardware would not operate correctly
B. Internet would stop
C. Screen would turn black
D. RAM would decrease
Answer: A
14.
Firmware is mainly used in which type of systems?
A. Embedded systems
B. Word processing systems
C. Spreadsheet systems
D. Database systems
Answer: A
15.
Which of the following is NOT controlled by firmware?
A. Hardware initialization
B. Device-level operations
C. Word document editing
D. Boot process
Answer: C
16.
Why do manufacturers release firmware updates regularly?
A. To fix security vulnerabilities
B. To change device color
C. To increase device weight
D. To change physical hardware
Answer: A
17.
Firmware in a router helps in:
A. Managing network traffic
B. Printing documents
C. Playing music
D. Editing images
Answer: A
18.
Which storage characteristic is required for firmware memory?
A. Non-volatile storage
B. Temporary storage
C. High-speed RAM only
D. External storage only
Answer: A
19.
In embedded devices, firmware acts as:
A. The main control program for hardware
B. Application software
C. Database manager
D. Web browser
Answer: A
20.
Which statement correctly explains firmware?
A. It is permanent software built into hardware devices
B. It is temporary application software
C. It runs only on the internet
D. It is a programming language
Answer: A