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WASSCE Introduction to Mobile Phones and Service Providers Practice Questions & Answers

Unit: INTRODUCTION TO MOBILE PHONES AND SERVICE PROVIDERS

Subject: Computer Hardware and GSM Repairs 1 | Level: Senior Secondary (WASSCE)

This module covers the foundational aspects of mobile communication, including hardware types, technical terminologies, and the telecommunications landscape in Nigeria.

Key Topics:

  • Acronyms & Terminologies: GSM, SIM, PUK, IMEI, PIN, CDMA, SMS, MMS.
  • Mobile Bands: Understanding 900MHz, 1800MHz, and 1900MHz frequencies.
  • Types of Phones: Identification of Bar, slider, flip/clamshell, and modern smartphones (Android/iOS).
  • Phone Accessories: Chargers, power banks, earpieces, Bluetooth devices, and OTG cables.
  • Service Providers: Major Nigerian telecom providers (MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9Mobile) and essential USSD codes for balance and IMEI checking (*#06#).

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What does the acronym GSM stand for in the context of mobile communications?

  • General Standard for Mobile Connections

  • Global System for Mobile Communications

  • Geographic System for Mobile Cells

  • Global Signal Management

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Correct Answer: Option B -

Global System for Mobile Communications

Explanation:

According to the source topics under 'Acronyms & Terminologies', GSM is a fundamental cellular standard which stands for Global System for Mobile Communications.

Which of the following is the correct full meaning of the acronym SIM?

  • Subscriber Identity Module

  • System Interface Memory

  • Secure Information Microchip

  • Standard Internal Memory

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Correct Answer: Option A -

Subscriber Identity Module

Explanation:

The source lists 'SIM' under Acronyms & Terminologies. SIM stands for Subscriber Identity Module, which holds subscriber network data.

What is the full meaning of the acronym SMS?

  • System Messaging Service

  • Short Multimedia Stream

  • Short Message Service

  • Standard Mobile System

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Correct Answer: Option C -

Short Message Service

Explanation:

Based on standard acronyms in the source text, SMS stands for Short Message Service, widely used for text messaging.

What does the acronym IMEI represent?

  • Internal Mobile Equipment Interface

  • International Mobile Equipment Identity

  • Integrated Mobile Electronic Indicator

  • International Media Exchange Identifier

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Correct Answer: Option B -

International Mobile Equipment Identity

Explanation:

IMEI stands for International Mobile Equipment Identity, a critical acronym listed in the syllabus for identifying mobile devices.

What does PIN stand for in mobile phone security?

  • Private Internet Network

  • Pre-installed Information Number

  • Personal Identification Number

  • Portable Internal Network

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Correct Answer: Option C -

Personal Identification Number

Explanation:

Listed under acronyms, PIN stands for Personal Identification Number, typically used as a primary security barrier for SIM cards.

Which category of mobile phones is typically defined by running advanced operating systems like Android or iOS?

  • Feature phones

  • Bar phones

  • Smartphones

  • Clamshell phones

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Correct Answer: Option C -

Smartphones

Explanation:

The source identifies 'modern smartphones' explicitly in conjunction with Android/iOS operating systems under 'Types of Phones'.

Which universally recognized USSD code is used to view a mobile phone's IMEI number?

  • *123#

  • *#06#

  • *0000#

  • *#111#

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Correct Answer: Option B -

*#06#

Explanation:

The source text explicitly highlights '*#06#' as the USSD code for checking the IMEI of a mobile device.

What is the primary function of a power bank accessory?

  • To boost network signal reception

  • To provide portable electrical charging for the device's battery

  • To expand internal storage capacity

  • To act as an external speaker

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Correct Answer: Option B -

To provide portable electrical charging for the device's battery

Explanation:

Listed under 'Phone Accessories', a power bank is primarily a portable battery used for charging mobile devices on the go.

According to mobile phone form factors, a flip phone is also commonly referred to as a(n):

  • Slider phone

  • Bar phone

  • Clamshell phone

  • Phablet

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Correct Answer: Option C -

Clamshell phone

Explanation:

The source lists 'flip/clamshell' together under 'Types of Phones', indicating these terms refer to the same hinged design.

What is the primary purpose of a Bluetooth earpiece accessory?

  • To provide physical connection to a computer

  • To allow hands-free voice calls and wireless audio listening

  • To read external SD cards

  • To project the phone's screen

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Correct Answer: Option B -

To allow hands-free voice calls and wireless audio listening

Explanation:

Listed under 'Phone Accessories', earpieces and Bluetooth devices primarily facilitate hands-free audio and calls.

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