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What Does BIOS Stand For

A) Backup Input Output System B) Battery Integrated Operating Setup
C) Basic Input Output System D) Better Integrated Operating System
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Basic Input Output System

Explanation:

BIOS in computers stands for Basic Input Output System.

 

BIOS is a set of computer instructions in firmware which control input and output operations.

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What is the systematic name of PbO?

A) Plumbic oxide B) Lead oxide
C) Lead(II) oxide D) All of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Lead(II) oxide

Explanation:

The systematic name for a chemical is the unique name given to it by the International Union of Pure Applied Chemistry (IUPAC). The IUPAC name can differ from a chemical compound's general name.

 

PbO is an ionic compound since it consists of a Lead as metal and Oxygen as nonmetal. The systematic name for PbO is Lead (II) oxide. Here we need to put the (II) since lead has more than one combining capacity.

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The chosen date for the observance of the Earth Hour 2017 is ?

A) 25th March B) 26th March
C) 27th March D) 28th March
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 25th March

Explanation:

Earth Hour is a people's movement inspiring individuals from more than 7000 cities across the globe to take a stand against climate change, making it the largest voluntary movement ever witnessed in history.

On 25 March 2017, Switch Off and Switch Onto Solar Energy

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The Simple interest accrued on an amount of Rs. 2,500 at the end of six years is Rs.1875. What would be the simple interest accrued on an amount of Rs. 6875 at the same rate and Same period? 

A) Rs. 4,556.5 B) Rs. 5,025.25
C) Rs.5,245.5 D) None of these
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) None of these

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India's first-ever test flight powered by biojet fuel was successfully conducted by which airline?

A) Air India B) Spice Jet
C) Kingfishers D) None of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Spice Jet

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The payback period can become an important issue when a large scope project is developed over several years. Maureen has been assigned the responsibility of calculating the payback period for her project that is to be completede in 3 years. The internal rate of return(IRR) is 7% and the annual savings will be $800,000 per year. The total cost is $4,000,000 and the rate of return during this time period is 3%. What is the payback period of Maureen's project?

A) 3 years B) 4 years
C) 5 years D) 13.3 years
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 5 years

Explanation:

The payback period is how long it takes to recoup your investment. In this example, the cost was $4,000,000 and the savings was $800,000 per year. $4,000,000/$800,000 = 5. Therefore, Answer A, B and D are incorrect.

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Which of the following definitions describes a physical hazard?

A) The most commonly thought of hazard in construction. This hazard includes radiation, extreme temperatures, noise, and vibration. B) These hazards can lead to injuries to the joints or muscles by way of heavy, frequent lifting, repetitive tasks.
C) Can be present in dust, fumes, liquids, solids, mists, vapors, or gases of products used at a site or released during a construction job D) Microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungus, mold, or viruses that can cause illness.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) The most commonly thought of hazard in construction. This hazard includes radiation, extreme temperatures, noise, and vibration.

Explanation:

A physical hazard is defined as "A factor within the environment that can harm the body without necessarily touching it."

Vibration and noise are examples of physical hazards.

 

Physical hazards include but aren't limited to electricity, radiation, pressure, noise, heights and vibration amongst many others.

 

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Air conditioner was discovered by

A) Edison B) Wilson
C) Carrier D) Roentgen
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Carrier

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