CompTIA A+ Question C-34

A user states that a network printer, attached to and shared from a co-worker’s computer, does not always print the jobs submitted to it. The user adds that it seems to happen at different times throughout the day, but at other times works fine. Which of the following is MOST likely the cause?

A. The co-worker’s computer is hibernating
B. The user’s print drivers are incompatible
C. The printer has entered power save mode
D. The submitted jobs are incompatible

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
The computer might be hibernating. Since the problem occurs certain times throughout the day, the print jobs submitted to it might only be active when the computer is active. If the computer is hibernating, print jobs will not be able to go through the printer.

CompTIA A+ Question C-33

Which of the following panel types consumes the MOST power?

A. Plasma
B. LCD
C. LED with no backlight
D. LED with backlight

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
A Light emulsification diode with a backlight consumes more power than an LCD or plasma. First the LED needs power. The backlights are another component that requires power. Although the power an LED consumes is far less than what CRT monitors consumed.

CompTIA A+ Question C-31

Which of the following is MOST likely to be reset during a standard printer maintenance?

A. Print job cache
B. Paper and tray settings
C. Page count
D. Job queue

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
It is important to reset page count during standard printer maintenance. This is to make sure you get the proper page count before and after the maintenance to check printer usage.

CompTIA A+ Question C-30

Which of the following cables is normally associated with a DB-15 connector?

A. STP
B. VGA
C. DVI
D. RCA

Correct Answer: B

CompTIA A+ Question C-28

Newer laptop and TV LCD display panels can be viewed from any angle without loss of image quality. Which of the following technologies do these panels use?

A. TTL
B. OLED
C. IPS
D. CCFL

Correct Answer: C

CompTIA A+ Question C-27

Which of the following wireless standards operates either exclusively or optionally in the 5.4GHz spectrum?

A. A and B
B. A and G
C. A and N
D. G and N

Correct Answer: C

CompTIA A+ Question C-26

Which of the following cable types should always be used through life safety areas?

A. PVC
B. Plenum
C. STP
D. Fiber

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Plenum cable is fire retardant. That’s why it should be used through life safety areas. It doesn’t produce hazardous smoke when burned.

CompTIA A+ Question C-25

A technician replacing a CRT monitor and the battery inside of a UPS wishes to dispose of the replaced hardware. Which of the following should the technician do to BEST ensure proper disposal?

A. Store equipment in IT inventory.
B. Donate to a local nonprofit organization.
C. Follow local government regulations for disposal.
D. Affix MSDS sheet to items for the waste management company.

Correct Answer: C