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Unit 4 Summative Assessment
Instructions: Using the word bank provided, choose the best answer.
1. ____ is the most common form factor for motherboards. ATX
2. Internal features of cases include the number of ____ and fan slots. Drive Bays
3. The ____ is used for communication between RAM (memory), the video card,
and the CPU. North Bridge
4. Always follow safety procedures including the use of antistatic devices to protect
components from____. Static Electricity
5. The ____ is used for communication between expansion cards, onboard
components, and the CPU. South Bridge
6. A high quality motherboard ensures consistent performance and the ability to
____ components over time. Upgrade
7.
8. When installing a motherboard into a case, also follow the ____ provided with the
hardware. Instructions
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
Instructions
Static Electricity
Drive Bays
North Bridge
South Bridge
Upgrade
ATX
Audio and Video
Instructions: Using the word bank provided, choose the best answer.
1. In electricity, ___________ occurs when charges in a conductor or semiconductor
periodically reverse their direction of movement. Alternating Current
2. In electricity, __________ is an electric current flowing in one direction only and
substantially constant in value. Direct Current
3. An _________ is a unit of measure of the rate of electron flow or current in an
electrical conductor. Ampere
4. _____ is a quantitative expression of the potential difference in charge between
two points in an electrical field. Voltage
5. A ________ is an electrical device that converts alternating current (AC) to direct
current (DC) Rectifier
6. ____ is an electrical device by which alternating current of one voltage is changed
to another voltage. Transformer
7. ____is a device used to control the flow of charge in a circuit. Capacitor
8. This is an electrical unit of power. ________ = Amps x Voltage. Watt(s)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
Rectifier
Ampere
Capacitor
Voltage
Alternating Current
Transformer
Direct Current
Watt(s)
Instructions: Using the word bank provided, choose the best answer.
1. When installing cards into expansion slots on the motherboard, always ensure the
computer is ____ from the wall outlet. Powered off and Unplugged
2. Expansion cards and RAM should always be kept in ____ until they are installed
in the motherboard. Antistatic Bags
3. ____ can destroy components so always take precautions such as the use of
antistatic wrist straps. Electrostatic Discharge
4. When installing a new component, download the latest drivers from the____.
Manufacturer’s Website
5. Manufacturers often update ____ after the components have shipped to retail
stores. Drivers
6. Many operating systems have ____ drivers that will work with motherboards and
adapter cards, but the latest drivers available from the component manufacturer
will provide optimal performance. Generic
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Electrostatic Discharge
Powered off and Unplugged
Manufacturer’s Website
Generic
Antistatic Bags
Drivers