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Question 1A student has to decide whether to use a word processing package to produce a piece of science coursework or whether to handwrite it.(a) Give five features of the software that make it suitable for producing science coursework.(b) Give two reasons why the student may still use handwriting for part or all of their coursework.

Accepted Answer

(a) The five features of the software that make it suitable for producing science coursework.Editing features — Any type of correction can be made easily as and when required.Formatting Features — The typed text can be made to appear in any form or style.Graphics — Most modern word processors provide the facility of incorporating drawings in the documents, which are very important for Science subjects.OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) — Most modern word processors provide facilities to link or embed objects such as charts, equations, video clips, audio clips, pictures, etc. Such objects can be used to explain certain phenomena of Science subjects.Spell Check — Word processors can provide spell check and grammar check functions. Some word processors can suggest alternatives or improvements also.(b) Two reasons the student may still use handwriting for part or all of their coursework are:Diagram Complexity — Complex scientific diagrams, equations, or drawings that are challenging to create digitally might be more easily produced by hand.Learning Style and Retention — The physical process of writing can help students to better understand and remember the material they are writing.

Question 2

Question 2A graphic designer has been asked to produce a range of stationery for the TXC company. The graphic designer produces a draft in the word processor of what a letter from the company could look like.Complete the sentences using words from this list:centredleft justifiedright justifiedindented(i) The logo at A is ............... .(ii) The text at B is ............... .

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(i) The logo at A is centered.(ii) The text at B is left justified.

Question 3

Question 3Considering the previous question, determine how the name below line "Yours sincerely" is printed. Tick the appropriate answer.Tick one box onlyHand writingHandwriting fontScript fontArt work

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Tick one box onlyHand writing✓Handwriting fontScript fontArt work

Question 4

Question 4Identify the formatting features from the word-processed paragraphs given below :

Accepted Answer

The formatting features from the word-processed paragraphs are as follows:Title — Centered, Bold and UnderlinedFirst Paragraph — Positive First line Indentation, Left alignedSecond Paragraph — Hanging Indentation, Justified Alignment

Question 5

Question 5Staff at Expert Motoring use a word processing program to create letters and other documents.(a) Tick four boxes to indicate which of the following features would help with page setup.RecordStart upHeader/footerPage orientationAnimationSortMarginsPaper size(b) Tick two boxes to indicate which of the following features would be found in tabulation (tab) settings.DecimalLeaderRowColumn

Accepted Answer

(a)RecordStart upHeader/footer✓Page orientation✓AnimationSortMargins✓Paper size✓(b)Decimal✓Leader✓RowColumn

Question 6

Question 6Four types of justifications are shown below. Label each illustration to show the type of justification.

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A — JustifiedB — Left justifiedC — Centered justifiedD — Right justified

Question 7

Question 7A school office uses computerised word processing. Explain three ways word processing could be used to help with the school administration.

Accepted Answer

Three ways word processing could be used to help with the school administration are:Efficient Document Creation — Word processing helps school administration create, edit, and organize letters, memos, and reports easily, with formatting tools for a professional look.Automated Templates — Templates for forms and documents streamline tasks like permission slips, enrollment forms, and meeting agendas by allowing quick customization.Mail merge — The mail merge facility will help the school administration to send out personalised communication through emails and letters to parents and teachers.

Question 8

Question 1Formatting of text is an example of text processing.TrueFalse

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TrueReason — General arrangement of text is known as formatting. Thus, formatting of text is an example of text processing.

Question 9

Question 2Insertion point shows where the typed text will appear.TrueFalse

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FalseReason — Insertion point determines where the next character typed by the user will be entered into a document.

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Question 3A word processor automatically wraps any text extending beyond the right margin, to the next line.TrueFalse

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TrueReason — In writer, when a word does not fit on a line, it automatically flows to the beginning of the next line. This process is called word wrap.

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Question 4END key marks the end of a paragraph.TrueFalse

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FalseReason — The enter key marks the end of a paragraph.

Question 12

Question 5Ctrl + S shortcut is used to select text in OOo Writer.TrueFalse

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FalseReason — Ctrl + S shortcut is used to save a document.

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Question 6Cut operation places the selected text into an area in the memory called ............... .ClipboardPrimary areaDiskNone of these

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ClipboardReason — Cut operation places the selected text into an area in the memory called Clipboard.

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Question 7Cut operation can also be accomplished by using the shortcut key ............... .Ctrl + ACtrl + XCtrl + CCtrl + V

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Ctrl + XReason — Cut operation can also be accomplished by using the shortcut key Ctrl + X.

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Question 8The	............... alignment makes sure that none of the edges of text appear ragged.LeftRightCentreJustified

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JustifiedReason — The Justified alignment makes sure that none of the edges of text appear ragged.

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Question 9Total height of a line of text including extra spacing is known as ............... .Line heightLine weightLine spacingLine area

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Line spacingReason — Total height of a line of text including extra spacing is known as Line spacing.

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Question 10The shortcut key used for copying selected text into clipboard is ............... .Ctrl + XCtrl + VCtrl + CCtrl + D

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Ctrl + CReason — The shortcut key used for copying selected text into clipboard is Ctrl + C.

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Question 11The shortcut key used for pasting text from clipboard is ............... .Ctrl + XCtrl + VCtrl + CCtrl + D

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Ctrl + VReason — The shortcut key used for pasting text from clipboard is Ctrl + V.

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Question 12To open a new file in Writer, the shortcut key is ................ .Ctrl + XCtrl + NCtrl + YCtrl + V

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Ctrl + NReason — To open a new file in Writer, the shortcut key is Ctrl + N.

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Question 13Which extension is given to Writer document by default ?.odt.COM.DOCNone

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.odtReason — OpenOffice.org uses OpenDocument format (ODF). In ODF, extension of a text document is .odt.

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