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A+ Master Exam (Set 3) Flashcards

1
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Which option is used in conjunction with a wake-on-LAN situation?
	A -	EoP
	B -	PoE
	C -	OPE
	D -	EPO
A

PoE is used in conjunction with a wake-on-LAN situation.

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Colin noticed that the system time appears to be slow on his PC. This is a sign that the CMOS battery needs to be replaced.
True
False

A

The number one sign that the CMOS battery needs to be replaced is the system time resetting or appearing slow.

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Which is a tape drive backup method?
	A -	Waterfall
	B -	Hierarchical
	C -	Grandfather, Father, Son
	D -	Grandmother, Mother, Daughter
A

Grandfather, Father, Son is a tape drive backup method.

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In which situations would it be appropriate to use an Ethernet cable with 568A standard wiring on one end of the cable, and 568B on the other end of the cable? Choose two answers.
	A	Switch plugged into router
	B	Computer plugged into switch
	C	Computer plugged into wall jack
	D	Wall jack cable plugged into switch
A

It would be appropriate to use an Ethernet cable with 568A standard wiring on one end of the cable, and 568B on the other end of the cable with a switch plugged into a router or when a computer is plugged into a switch.

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How many DHCP sources should there be on a network?
	A -	One
	B -	Two
	C -	One for every seven devices
	D -	One for every 25 devices
A

There should only be one DHCP source per network, to avoid any IP addressing issues.

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A network technician arrives at work to find out that the network password has recently been changed and his work station will not connect to it. Which should he do next once the new password is obtained?
A - Reboot the PC, then enter the new password
B - Reset the router, then enter the new password
C - Forget the network, then enter the new password
D - Restart the network adapter, then enter the new password

A

If a PC tries to connect to a network that has recently changed passwords, forget the network, then enter the new password.

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Which type of port has adapters for VGA, DVI, and HDMI connections?
	A -	USB
	B -	FireWire
	C -	DisplayPort
	D -	Thunderbolt
A

A DisplayPort can be used to expand to VGA, DVI, or HDMI connections.

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Which kind of monitor panel uses a backlight that does not require an inverter?
	A -	TTL
	B -	LED
	C -	CCFL
	D -	Fluorescent
A

LED backlights do not require inverters.

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Which part of the inside of a laptop is usually accessed through the keyboard and held in with a clip?
	A -	CPU
	B -	Speaker
	C -	Touchpad
	D -	Video card
A

A touchpad on a laptop is usually held in with a clip and connected to the motherboard.

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A user is having trouble booting into a computer. A technician removes the USB drive and the computer boots normally. Where in the BIOS can the technician go to change a setting so that the computer does not have this problem in the future?
	A -	Security
	B -	Peripherals
	C -	Boot Sequence
	D -	Password Settings
A

In order to boot to the hard drive and not a USB drive first, the Boot Sequence needs to be changed.

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Which NET commands would be used to map the Z: drive to the \\tekkievets\tickets share?
	A -	USE
	B -	VIEW
	C -	SHARE
	D -	CONFIG
A

The NET USE command is used to map a drive letter to a network share.

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Which best defines refresh rates?
	A -	How high the resolution can go
	B -	How often the resolution is cleaned
	C -	How fast frames move on the screen
	D -	How many times the screen redraws per second
A

The refresh rate of a display device refers to how many times the screen redraws per second.

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Which type of coaxial cable is most used for digital signal transmissions?
	A -	RG-6
	B -	RG-9
	C -	RG-56
	D -	RG-45
A

RG-6 is the coaxial standard for cable and satellite systems.

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Which form of wireless connection is more common on smartphones than on desktops and laptops?
	A -	IR
	B -	RF
	C -	NFC
	D -	Bluetooth
A

IR or infrared is more common on smartphones than on desktops and laptops.

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Which best defines an eMMC?
A - A combination of an SSD and HDD device
B - Flash memory and a controller that controls media output
C - Flash memory and a controller that controls media output and how long the system remains powered
D - Flash memory and a controller that goes into a small ball grid array as a permanent attachment to circuit boards

A

An eMMC is a Flash memory controller that goes into a small ball grid array as a permanent attachment to circuit boards.

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Which are input devices used with computer devices? Choose four answers.
	A	Scanner
	B	Mantrap
	C	Trojan horse
	D	Motion sensor
	E	Barcode reader
	F	Smart card reader
A

Scanners, motion sensors, barcode readers, and smart card readers are input devices used with computers.

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In addition to a wired connection like \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_, users can share printers wirelessly.
	A -	DVI
	B -	USB
	C -	VGA
	D -	HDMI
A

In addition to a wired connection like USB, users can share printers wirelessly.

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Which option is the resolution that VGA mode displays?
	A -	320 x 480
	B -	720 x 480
	C -	960 x 640
	D -	640 x 480
A

VGA/Safe Mode displays in 640 x 480 resolution.

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The primary purpose of a loopback plug is to ensure any network card with an \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ is functioning properly.
	A -	RJ-11 jack
	B -	RJ-45 jack
	C -	F-connector
	D -	Ethernet port
A

The primary purpose of a loopback plug is to ensure any network card with an RJ-45 jack is functioning properly.

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Which temperature is ideal for a CPU?
	A -	Over 40 degrees Celsius
	B -	Under 40 degrees Celsius
	C -	Over 40 degrees Fahrenheit
	D -	Under 40 degrees Fahrenheit
A

An ideal system temperature is under 40 degrees Celsius.

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21
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Which type of mobile device has a special screen which tolerates sunlight?
	A -	Tablet
	B -	Laptop
	C -	E-reader
	D -	Smartphone
A

An e-reader has a special type of screen which tolerates sunlight better than other devices.

22
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Which gesture on a tablet is similar to right-clicking using a mouse on a conventional computer device?
	A -	Flick
	B -	Pinch
	C -	Press twice
	D -	Press and hold
A

Pressing and holding an item for a couple seconds will bring up a menu similar to right-clicking using a mouse.

23
Q 
Which type of chipset interacts with onboard graphics, expansion slots, and USB?
	A -	Eastbridge
	B -	Westbridge
	C -	Southbridge
	D -	Northbridge
A

The southbridge chipset interacts with onboard graphics, expansion slots, USB, audio, and hard drives.

24
Q 
Which are printer configuration settings? Choose four answers.
	A	Duplex
	B	Collate
	C	Quality
	D	Preview
	E	Green view
	F	Orientation
A

Duplex, collate, quality, and orientation are printer configuration settings.

25
Q 
Which are cable adapters and converters? Choose four answers.
	A	DVI to VGA
	B	PS/2 to USB
	C	HDMI to VGA
	D	DVI-D to VGA
	E	Coaxial to DVI
	F	Thunderbolt to HDMI
A

DVI to VGA, PS/2 to USB, HDMI to VGA, and Thunderbolt to HDMI are cable adapters and converters.

26
Q 
Which command will provide a list of all possible CHKDSK switches?
	A -	CHKDSK /?
	B -	CHKDSK /A
	C -	CHKDSK /ALL
	D -	CHKDSK /SHOWALL
A

The command that will display all possible switches is CHKDSK /?.

27
Q 
Which are types of computer workstations? Choose two answers.
	A	Melt client
	B	Thick client
	C	Media editing
	D	Audio/video editing workstation
A

Thick client and audio/video editing workstation are types of computer workstations.

28
Q 
How many pins does a FireWire need in order to provide power to devices?
	A -	Six
	B -	Ten
	C -	Four
	D -	Three
A

Six-pin and nine-pin FireWire ports provide power to devices.

29
Q 
Which is a sign that the CMOS battery should be replaced?
	A -	System lockups
	B -	System slowness
	C -	Frequent reboots
	D -	System time keeps resetting
A

The number one sign that the CMOS battery needs to be replaced is the system time resetting or appearing slow.

30
Q 
How many zeros are being replaced by double colons in this IPv6 address: fe70::521a:8b45:b07e:af43?
	A -	4
	B -	8
	C -	12
	D -	16
A

12

31
Q 
If the system date keeps resetting itself when a PC is booted up, which needs to be replaced?
	A -	CPU
	B -	BIOS battery
	C -	Motherboard
	D -	CMOS battery
A

A system date problem is usually the cause of a faulty CMOS battery. Replace the CMOS battery.

32
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Which are mobile device accessories? Choose three answers.
	A	Speakers
	B	Headsets
	C	Flash cards
	D	MicroSD cards
	E	Cooling stations
	F	Ergonomic stands
A

Speakers, Headsets, and MicroSD cards are examples of mobile device accessories.

33
Q

Which is a reason a user should replace the print head of an impact printer?
A - When there is a paper jam
B - When the pins stop working
C - When the platen gets dented
D - When there is dust in the print head

A

When the pins stop working in a print head, it is time to replace it.

34
Q 
Which type of network architecture device replaced a hub?
	A -	Hub
	B -	Port
	C -	Switch
	D -	Router
A

A switch will keep information on received signals and will then direct traffic to specific devices on a network, rather than forwarding the signal to all of the devices on a network, thus replacing a hub.

35
Q 
Identify the common printer symptoms which may be seen while troubleshooting. Choose five answers.
	A	Streaks
	B	Paper jam
	C	Faded prints
	D	Creased paper
	E	No connectivity
	F	Read/Write errors
	G	POST codes beeps
A

A paper jam is a very common print issue. A faded print is an indicator of low toner or a malfunctioning fuser. Creased paper could be caused by low-quality paper or bad printer rollers. Streaks are usually caused by scratches on the drum. Connectivity issues may also be a part of the problem.

36
Q 
On which port is the RDP protocol located?
	A -	23
	B -	995
	C -	1358
	D -	3389
A

Port 3389 is reserved for RDP.

37
Q 
Which is a safe tool to use to remove a keyboard from a laptop once any screws attaching the keyboard are removed?
	A -	Drill
	B -	Hammer
	C -	Screwdriver
	D -	Plastic wedge
A

A plastic wedge should be used to dislodge the keyboard from the laptop.

38
Q 
CPU hyper-threading doubles the number of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ that can be processed at once.
	A -	cores
	B -	networks
	C -	certificates
	D -	instructions
A

CPU hyper-threading doubles the number of instructions that can be processed at once.

39
Q 
Which types of passwords are usually found in a BIOS? Choose two answers.
	A	User
	B	Network
	C	Supervisor
	D	Operating system
A

Most BIOS settings have a user password, which is needed when the system boots up, and a supervisory password, which is needed in order to change any BIOS settings.

40
Q 
When translating each binary digit from right to left in a binary number, the decimal equivalent should \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
	A -	halve
	B -	square
	C -	double
	D -	quadruple
A

As binary digits are translated right to left, the decimal equivalent for each should double.

41
Q 
In which location can users manage integrated print servers?
	A -	BIOS
	B -	Active Directory
	C -	Print Management
	D -	Group Policy Editor
A

Users manage integrated print servers from Print Management.

42
Q 
A food truck vendor uses her smartphone to make transactions. Which mobile accessory is the food truck vendor using?
	A -	PayPal port
	B -	Lightning port
	C -	Smart card reader
	D -	Credit card reader
A

The food truck vendor would need a credit card reader to perform transactions on her smartphone.

43
Q 
Which items should be visible after replacing a hard drive for a laptop?
	A -	Battery
	B -	Screw holes
	C -	SATA connecter
	D -	Hard drive label
A

After replacing a hard drive for a laptop, the user should be able to see the screw holes. Otherwise, the user will not be able to mount the new hard drive properly.

44
Q

Fiber Internet connections are available in all areas.
True
False

A

Fiber Internet connections are not available in all areas.

45
Q 
Which are power supply connector types? Choose three answers.
	A	SATA
	B	FireWire
	C	4/8-pin CPU
	D	10/20-pin heat sink
	E	20/24-pin motherboard
A

SATA, 4/8-pin CPU, and 20/24-pin motherboard are power supply connector types.

46
Q

Which is the function of the File History settings?
A - Recover lost files
B - Display recent Internet activity
C - Recover files that were recently deleted
D - Back up documents, music, pictures, and videos

A

The File History settings are used to back up files to another drive.

47
Q 
A \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ is an input and output device which uses an Internet connection to stream content though applications.
	A -	monitor
	B -	smart TV
	C -	MIDI device
	D -	KVM switch
A

A smart TV is an input and output device which uses an Internet connection to stream content though applications.

48
Q 
After booting a customer's PC, a technician notices that she cannot connect to the Internet after multiple attempts. Which is the first thing she should do?
	A -	Reboot the PC
	B -	Reset the router
	C -	Reset the network adapter
	D -	Make sure Wi-Fi is enabled
A

The first thing that should be checked when unable to connect to the Internet is the connections. First be sure the network is active and that Wi-Fi is turned on. If that does not work be sure the router is plugged in and working correctly.

49
Q 
In which type of DSL are the upload and download speeds the same?
	A -	ADSL
	B -	BDSL
	C -	SDSL
	D -	TDSL
A

SDSL (Symmetric Digital Subscriber Line) is the version of DSL in which upload and download speeds are the same.

50
Q

After working on a laptop for a while, Tim notices the battery seems low. After plugging it in, he notices that it does not begin to charge. Which is the first possible problem to check for?
A - Replace the battery
B - Adjust the power settings
C - Reseat the battery and cables
D - Be sure the AC adapter is plugged in properly

A

Often the cause of a battery not charging is the laptop simply not being plugged in properly.

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