Which of the following is an example of an output device?

• A. Text, graphics, audio or video, speakers and headphones
• B. Card readers
• C. Microphones
• D. Touch pads

Answer: (A)

An output device is something that presents information from the computer to you. The best choice includes the forms of output (text, graphics, audio or video) along with the hardware that delivers it (speakers and headphones). In other words, it covers both what the computer produces and how you receive it. The other options are input devices: a card reader brings data into the computer from a card, a microphone captures sound to send into the computer, and a touch pad is used to input position or gestures. Some devices can do both input and output, but among these, the listed items clearly align with output.