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1Which type of laptop backlight is typically used in smaller mobile devices and consumes
the least amount of power?- AIPS
- BTN
- CLED
- DCCFL
2In which scenario would you use the Fn key and the F10 key?
- ATo turn the screen brightness down
- BTo turn the screen brightness up
- CTo turn the speaker volume down
- DTo turn the speaker volume up
3You are purchasing a mobile device that allows you to use your finger to input
information. What type of touch screen technology does this device use?- ACapacitive
- BHuman based
- CWarmth
- DResistive
4You are using a public Wi-Fi hotspot and believe that someone is trying to hack into
your laptop. Which laptop feature should you use to immediately turn off all wireless
connections?- ASilent mode
- BQuiet mode
- CAirplane mode
- DConnectionless mode
5You have been asked to purchase a new camera for the company photographer. Some of
the cameras are marketed as “smart” cameras. What key feature does this likely mean
the camera includes?- AWi-Fi
- BRJ-45
- CSeparate video processor
- DInternal hard drive
6A user approaches you and asks for a CPU upgrade so his Lenovo laptop will run faster.
What is most likely the easiest way to meet this user’s needs?- ARemove the CPU and replace it with a faster one that fits the same socket.
- BReplace the laptop with one with a faster CPU.
- CReplace the motherboard with a standard laptop motherboard with a faster processor.
- DReplace the motherboard with a Lenovo laptop motherboard with a faster processor.
7In which scenario would you use the Fn key and the F4 key shown here?
- ATo turn the touch pad on or off
- BTo change the video output to an external monitor
- CTo change the screen orientation from landscape to portrait
- DTo turn the keyboard backlight on or off
8You are using a laptop computer and the wireless network card fails. There are no wired ports nearby. You need to send a file to your boss, who is in another country, in the next 10 minutes. What should you do to fix the situation?
- ARemove the defective network card and install a new one.
- BInstall a USB to RJ-45 dongle.
- CInstall a USB to Wi-Fi dongle.
- DInstall a USB to Bluetooth dongle.
9Which type of mobile device is known for using electrophoretic ink?
- AE-reader
- BSmart watch
- CSmart glasses
- DTablet
10What type of connection are you using if you use a USB cable to connect your laptop to your cellular phone in order to use the cellular wireless connection from the laptop?
- AHotspot
- BTethering
- CUSB networking
- DPhoning
11For which characteristic was the BlackBerry smartphone most famous?
- AWi-Fi
- BHardware keyboard
- CAnti-glare
- DTrackball
12Which laptop accessory should you purchase if you want to protect the device against theft?
- ADocking station
- BChange Protective cover
- CCable lock
- DLoJack
13The hard drive in your manager’s desktop has failed, and you need to replace it. Your manager asks about the benefits of replacing it with an SSD instead of an HDD. What should you tell her? (Choose two.)
- AThey are cheaper.
- BThey take up less space
- CThey consume less power and generate less heat
- DThey operate silently.
14Which laptop expansion port was designed as an industry standard to replace VGA and DVI ports and is backward compatible with both standards?
- ADisplayPort
- BVideoPort
- CThunderbolt
- DHDMI
15In a laptop, which display type illuminates each pixel individually rather than by LED backlight?
- ACCFL
- BE Ink
- CLCD
- DOLED
16You have recently purchased a laptop computer with a touch screen. It allows you to draw images on the screen and save them on the computer. Which device is responsible for converting the input into the image that you are able to save?
- AInverter
- BTouch pad
- CDigitizer
- DTouch screen
17A technician has a failed Lenovo laptop, and he suspects the motherboard is bad. He has several other laptops available from which he can harvest parts. Which of the following statements is most likely true regarding the replacement motherboard he selects?
- AThe motherboard is not replaceable.
- BHe can choose a motherboard from any other laptop.
- CHe can choose a motherboard from any other Lenovo laptop.
- DHe must choose a motherboard from that same model of Lenovo laptop.
18A technician needs to replace a failed laptop hard drive. The user stores a large amount of video on her computer and needs the largest-capacity drive possible. What type of hard drive should you install?
- ASSD
- BMagnetic
- CHybrid
- DFlash
19Which of the following wireless communication types has a maximum distance of about 4″?
- ANFC
- BWi-Fi
- CIR
- DBluetooth
20Which two components of a laptop are the most useful when making a video conference call? (Choose two.)
- ADigitizer
- BWebcam
- CMicrophone
- DInverter
21Which mobile accessory is shown here?
- ACredit card reader
- BMemory card reader
- CExternal battery pack
- DWi-Fi range extender
22Which mobile connection type allows you to share your cellular Internet connection with a Wi-Fi enabled device?
- AHotspot
- BNFC
- CBluetooth
- DIR
23You are responsible for replacement parts within your company’s IT department. Because of the critical nature of your business, you need to have replacement parts on hand in the event of a hardware failure. Your company uses four different types of laptops, two HP and two Dell. How many different types of motherboards do you most likely need to stock?
- AONE
- BTWO
- CTHREE
- DFOUR
24In a laptop computer, which component is responsible for providing light to the display?
- ABacklight
- BInverter
- CLCD
- DScreen
25You need to purchase a memory card reader and removable memory for your mobile device. You need to transfer approximately 1 TB of data at a time. Which technology should you invest in?
- ASDHC
- BminiSD
- CmicroSDHC
- DSDXC
26What type of mobile device would use the connector shown here?
- AApple iPhone 4
- BApple iPhone 6
- CSamsung Galaxy S5
- DFitbit Surge
27You are replacing a motherboard in a laptop computer. When you open the case, you notice that there is a small circuit board attached to the motherboard that appears to have video and network circuitry built into it. What is the name of this small circuit board?
- ADaughterboard
- BSecondary motherboard
- CJunior board
- DExpansion board
28You are visiting a remote office and need to print some documents. Your host tells you that the printer you need is configured on a piconet. What type of expansion option should you use to connect to this printer?
- AUSB to RJ-45 dongle
- BUSB to Wi-Fi dongle
- CUSB to Bluetooth
- DUSB to Thunderbolt
29You will be traveling to another country for work and will have a 10-hour airplane flight. You need to work on your laptop while on the flight, but your battery won’t last that long. What should you buy to allow you to use the auxiliary power outlets on the airplane?
- AAC adapter
- BDC adapter
- CPower inverter
- DDocking station
30Your laptop has an internal Mini PCIe expansion slot. The documentation for an expansion card says that it supports Mini PCIe 2.0 x1 functionality. At what speed does the expansion card run?
- A500 Mbps
- B2.5 Gbps
- C5.0 Gbp
- D6.0 Gbps
31Of the laptop components listed, which one is least likely to be built into the display?
- AWi-Fi antenna
- BSpeakers
- CWebcam
- DDigitizer
32A defining characteristic of a phablet is a screen of approximately what size?
- ABetween 3″ and 5″
- BBetween 5″ and 7″
- CBetween 7″ and 12″
- DBetween 12″ and 24″
33You are interested in buying a smart watch that has an OS compatible with your Android-based smartphone. Which brand of smart watch uses the Android Wear OS?
- AApple Watch
- BSamsung Gear S
- CSony SmartWatch 3
- DPebble Time
34You want to enable hands-free cellular conversations for when you are driving, so you purchase a wireless headset. Which wireless technology does the headset most likely use?
- AWi-Fi
- BIR
- CBluetooth
- DNFC
35The AC adapter for your Dell laptop is not working properly, and you are searching for a replacement. Which two factors should be most important when selecting a new AC adapter? (Choose two.)
- APolarity
- BSame wattage as or higher wattage than the original
- CBrand of the adapter
- DSize of the adapter
36A laptop user wants to have a full-sized monitor and keyboard, as well as an external hard drive, available to him when he is at his desk. Which accessory can he purchase so that he doesn’t need to plug in each of these devices separately to his laptop every time he returns to his desk?
- AKVM switch
- BPort bay station
- CDesktop station
- DDocking station
37Identify the laptop connector, typically located on the bottom of the laptop, shown here
- AMini PCIe
- BSmart card reader
- CDocking port
- DBattery port
38You need to replace a failed hard drive in a user’s laptop, and it’s a model you are unfamiliar with. You look at the bottom of the laptop and see no obvious entrance points. Which component will you most likely need to remove to access the hard drive bay?
- APlastics/frames
- BBattery
- CSystem board
- DKeyboard
39A new laptop user asks you to explain airplane mode to her. Which of the following statements best describes what airplane mode does?
- AIt turns off all your wireless connections.
- BIt turns off your Wi-Fi connection.
- CIt turns off your Wi-Fi and cellular connections.
- DIt turns off your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections.
40Which memory cards have a capacity of up to 32 GB? (Choose two.)
- AminiSDHC
- BmicroSDHC
- CSD
- DmicroSDXC
41The iPhone 8 and iPhone X use what type of connector for charging?
- AThunderbolt
- BLightning
- CApplePower
- DUSB-C
42You have a laptop with an ExpressCard/34 slot. Which type of device or devices are you unlikely to be able to use as an expansion option in that slot?
- AHard drive
- BSound card
- CNetwork card
- DeSATA adapter
43You have enabled the GPS service in your tablet. What is the minimum number of GPS satellites your tablet needs to be in contact with to determine its location?
- AONE
- BTWO
- CTHREE
- DFOUR
44You are investigating new laptops for your company. You want the laptop displays to have a wide viewing angle. Which technology is best suited for your needs?
- ALED
- BCCFL
- CIPS
- DTN
45You are using a USB flash drive to transfer files from a laptop. You plug the USB drive in and then copy the files to it. What is the recommended way to remove the drive?
- AUnplug the drive.
- BUse the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray, stop the drive, and then unplug it.
- CClose the drive’s window in Windows Explorer and unplug it.
- DUse the Shut Down Hardware icon in the system tray, stop the drive, and then unplug it.
46What is the name of the OS used by the Apple Watch, which was designed specifically for the watch?
- AiOS
- BOS X mobile
- CWatchOS
- DTizen
47The new model of laptop just purchased by your company has a Universal ExpressCard slot. Which of the following types of cards can you install into that slot?
- AExpressCard/54 only
- BExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54
- CExpressCard/24, ExpressCard/34, and ExpressCard/54
- DExpressCard/34, ExpressCard/54, and CardBus
48You have a MacBook Pro computer with a Thunderbolt 3 port. What is the maximum throughput of a device plugged into this port?
- A5 Gbps
- B10 Gbps
- C20 Gbps
- D40 Gbps
49A technician needs to replace a failed laptop hard drive. What are the possible form factors of this hard drive? (Choose two.)
- A1.3″
- B1.8″
- C2.5″
- D3.5″
50Your laptop has an internal Mini PCIe expansion slot. The documentation for an expansion card says that it supports Mini PCIe USB 2.0 functionality. At what speed does the expansion card run?
- A480 Mbps
- B2.5 Gbps
- C5.0 Gbps
- D6.0 Gbps
51Which laptop component can take input from a stylus and convert it into an image on the computer?
- ADigitizer
- BTouch pad
- CPoint stick
- DInverter
52What type of wearable technology device is specifically designed to track a user’s movements and heart rate and may include features such as GPS?
- ASmart watch
- BFitness monitor
- CSmart glasses
- DSmart headset
53Your company is producing posters for an upcoming public relations campaign. The project leader wants to embed information into an NFC tag in the poster. How much information can this tag hold?
- A8 KB
- B144 KB
- C1.4 MB
- D4.4 MB
54You want to play video games on your tablet computer. Which accessory would you purchase if you wanted to play the game much like you would on a gaming console?
- ADocking station
- BTouch pad
- CPoint stick
- DGame pad
55Which laptop expansion port technology was developed by Apple and supports a wide variety of peripheral devices?
- AUSB
- BDisplayPort
- CeSATA
- DThunderbolt
56You have a laptop with an ExpressCard/34 slot. Which of the following statements is true regarding installing expansion cards?
- AYou can only plug in an ExpressCard/34 card
- BYou can plug in an ExpressCard/34 card or an ExpressCard/22 card
- CYou can plug in an ExpressCard/34 card or an ExpressCard/54 card.
- DYou can plug in an ExpressCard/34 card or an ExpressCard Universal card.
57You are wearing your smart watch, which allows you to make payments like a credit card. What type of connection technology does this service use?
- ABluetooth
- BNFC
- CWi-Fi
- DIR
58Which laptop display component is capable of discharging energy and causing severe injuries to technicians?
- AScreen
- BBacklight
- CInverter
- DLCD
59Your new laptop has 4 GB system RAM and an integrated video card. The default setting specifies 512 MB of video memory. How much RAM is available for the processor to use?
- A4 GB
- B3.5 GB
- C3 GB
- DIt’s variable.
60Oculus, Samsung, and HTC are manufacturers of what type of wearable technology devices?
- ASmart glasses
- BSmart headsets
- CSmart watches
- DVR/AR headsets
61You need to install a memory upgrade in a laptop computer. The computer’s documentation says that the laptop uses DDR3 SODIMMs. How many pins will be on the SODIMM?
- A144
- B200
- C204
- D240
62What type of mobile device would use the connector shown here?
- AApple iPhone 4
- BApple iPhone X
- CSamsung Galaxy S9
- DFitbit Surge
63You need to replace a failed laptop hard drive. The user has asked that the new hard drive be as fast as possible, regardless of disk space or cost. What type of drive should you install?
- ASSD
- BMagnetic
- CHybrid
- DExternal
64Which type of mobile connection uses a process called pairing to logically connect two devices?
- ABluetooth
- BWi-Fi
- CNFC
- DIR
65Tablet computers feature touch screens that are approximately what size?
- ABetween 5″ and 7″
- BBetween 3″ and 5″
- CBetween 7″ and 12″
- DBetween 12″ and 24″
66What type of connectors are the two shown in the center here?
- ALightning
- BThunderbolt
- CIEEE 1394
- DPower
67Which mobile technology device makes use of an augmented reality display?
- ASmartphone
- BSmart watch
- CSmart camera
- DSmart glasses
68Which type of laptop backlight generally does not require the use of an inverter?
- ATN
- BIPS
- CCCFL
- DLED
69You have traveled to the office of one of your suppliers. It does not have wireless networking, and your laptop does not have a wired network connection. If you need to get on the supplier’s network, what is the best solution?
- AInstall a Mini PCIe network card with an RJ-45 port.
- BInstall a USB to RJ-45 dongle.
- CInstall a USB to Bluetooth dongle.
- DInstall a USB to Wi-Fi dongle.
70You are on the phone talking to a technician who is trying to upgrade a laptop. He is having trouble identifying the Mini PCIe card. How wide should you tell the technician that the card is?
- A27 mm
- B30 mm
- C51 mm
- D60 mm
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