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Which input device controls the movement of the cursor on a computer screen?

easy🧠 Conceptual Q2 of Q15
Intro to Computing - How Hardware Works
Which input device controls the movement of the cursor on a computer screen?
AKeyboard
BMicrophone
CScanner
DMouse
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand cursor control

    The cursor is moved by an input device that detects hand movement.
  2. Step 2: Identify the device

    The mouse moves the pointer; keyboard inputs text; scanner digitizes images; microphone inputs sound.
  3. Final Answer:

    Mouse -> Option D
  4. Quick Check:

    Mouse moves cursor [OK]
Quick Trick: Mouse moves the cursor on screen [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing keyboard with cursor movement
  • Thinking scanner moves pointer

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