2.3. Assist End Users in Locating, Identifying, and Understanding the Characteristics of Various Ports and Cables. 100-140 Practice Questions (Page 8)

Questions 36–40

1. 36foundation · easy

   Which device was commonly connected to a computer via a serial port in legacy systems?

   • AExternal modem
   • BHDMI monitor
   • CEthernet switch
   • DUSB flash drive
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2. 37foundation · easy

   Which statement correctly describes a Micro USB port?

   • AIt is a large, square connector used for printers
   • BIt is a round connector used for audio
   • CIt is a small, rectangular connector commonly used for charging older smartphones
   • DIt is a reversible connector used for modern laptops
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4. 38foundation · easy

   Which device is most likely to have a Micro USB port for charging?

   • AAn older Android smartphone
   • BA network switch
   • CA desktop printer
   • DA modern MacBook
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5. 39foundation · easy

   Which statement accurately describes a DVI port?

   • AIt carries both video and audio signals
   • BIt is a network connector used for Ethernet
   • CIt is an analog-only connector
   • DIt is a digital video interface that may also carry analog signals
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6. 40expert · hard

   A network administrator is setting up a temporary office in a warehouse with high electromagnetic interference from machinery. The run is 80 meters. The budget is limited. Which cabling solution is the best choice?

   • AUse Cat6 UTP cable with a higher twist rate.
   • BUse fiber optic cable with RJ-45 connectors.
   • CUse Cat6a STP cable with grounded shielded RJ-45 connectors.
   • DUse Cat5e UTP cable, which is cheaper and sufficient for 1 Gbps.
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