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NTS MCQs

National Testing Service — Complete MCQ Bank

76 Questions
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NTS tests evaluate aptitude, analytical reasoning, quantitative ability, English and subject knowledge for admissions, scholarships and recruitment.

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21

Which Excel function counts non-empty cells?

  • ACOUNT()
  • BCOUNTA()
  • CCOUNTIF()
  • DSUM()
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Correct Answer: Option B — COUNTA()
Explanation: COUNTA counts all non-empty cells including text, numbers, and logical values. It is useful when determining how many cells contain data regardless of data type.
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22

What does BIOS stand for?

  • ABasic Input Output System
  • BBinary Input Operating System
  • CBasic Integrated Operating Software
  • DBuilt-In Output System
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Correct Answer: Option A — Basic Input Output System
Explanation: BIOS is firmware stored on a motherboard that initializes hardware during startup and loads the operating system. It performs essential checks and configuration tasks before handing control to the operating system.
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23

Which search engine was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin?

  • AYahoo
  • BBing
  • CGoogle
  • DDuckDuckGo
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Correct Answer: Option C — Google
Explanation: Google was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin and became the world's leading search engine.
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24

Which software is used to create spreadsheets?

  • APowerPoint
  • BExcel
  • CAccess
  • DOutlook
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Correct Answer: Option B — Excel
Explanation: Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet application used for calculations and data analysis.
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25

What is the full form of VPN?

  • AVirtual Private Network
  • BVerified Public Network
  • CVirtual Program Node
  • DVisual Private Node
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Correct Answer: Option A — Virtual Private Network
Explanation: A VPN creates an encrypted connection over public networks to improve privacy.
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26

Which protocol is used for receiving email in modern systems?

  • AIMAP
  • BSMTP
  • CDNS
  • DFTP
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Correct Answer: Option A — IMAP
Explanation: IMAP allows users to access and manage email directly on the server across devices.
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27

Which Excel function returns the smallest value in a range?

  • AMAX()
  • BMIN()
  • CLOW()
  • DSMALL()
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Correct Answer: Option B — MIN()
Explanation: MIN() returns the lowest numeric value from a selected range.
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28

What is the purpose of antivirus software?

  • ACreate backups
  • BDesign websites
  • CDetect and remove malicious software
  • DManage databases
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Correct Answer: Option C — Detect and remove malicious software
Explanation: Antivirus software scans systems for malware and helps protect computers from threats.
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29

What is an IP address?

  • ADatabase key
  • BUnique network identifier
  • CProgramming variable
  • DFile format
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Correct Answer: Option B — Unique network identifier
Explanation: An IP address uniquely identifies a device on a network and enables communication.
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30

Which file format is commonly used for presentations?

  • A.xlsx
  • B.pptx
  • C.accdb
  • D.csv
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Correct Answer: Option B — .pptx
Explanation: The .pptx format is the default file type for Microsoft PowerPoint presentations.
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