Which of the following is a characteristic of third-generation computers? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a characteristic of third-generation computers?
A. Used vacuum tubes
B. Used keyboards and monitors
C. Used punch cards
D. Used magnetic drums
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Third-generation computers introduced keyboards for input and monitors for output, along with integrated circuits.

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Which of the following is an output device?
A. Monitor
B. Keyboard
C. Mouse
D. Scanner

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
A monitor is an output device that displays visual information.

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Which device belongs entirely to the first generation of computers, depending on thousands of vacuum tubes for its internal electronic logic?
A. ICL 2900
B. IBM 1401
C. Intel 8080
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Correct Answer: Option D


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A. Third Generation
B. Second Generation
C. Fourth Generation
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Correct Answer: Option D


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