A Collection of Hardware and Software Components That Help You

question 24

Multiple Choice

A collection of hardware and software components that help you accomplish many different tasks is a(n) ____.

• A) hard drive
• B) PC
• C) printer
• D) console

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Definitions:

NYSE Composite

An index that measures the performance of all stocks listed on the New York Stock Exchange, offering a broad indicator of market trends.

S&P 500

An American stock market index based on the market capitalizations of 500 large companies listed on the NYSE or NASDAQ.

Dow Jones Industrial Average

A stock market index that measures the stock performance of 30 large companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States.

Blue-Chip Stocks

Shares in large, reputable companies known for their ability to operate profitably in good and bad times, often paying dividends to shareholders.