A+ Certification Chapter 2 Questions

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1.   While manning the help desk, you get a call from Sharon in accounting. She's lost a file that she knows she saved to her hard drive. Which of the following  statements would direct Sharon to open her My Documents folder in the most efficient and professional manner?

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B. Walking customers through the path to a fix by using simple, nontechnical
words is the best way to accomplish tasks over the phone.

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2.   Which of the following is a good practice after completing a troubleshooting call at someone's office?

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A. A simple follow-up builds good will and trust. This is a very important step
to take after completing a job.

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3.   Which tool helps you avoid accidental static discharge by keeping you at the same electrical potential as the computer on which you're working?

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C. An anti-static wrist strap keeps you at the same electrical potential as the
computer.

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4.   When troubleshooting a software problem on Phoebe's computer and listening to her describe the problem, your beeper goes off. It's your boss. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for you to take?

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D. Focus on the customer and don’t use her things.

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5. What tool should be in every technician's toolkit?

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D. Every tech’s toolkit should have a Phillips-head screwdriver, at the very least.

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6.   You are at a customer's workstation to install several software and hardware updates, a process that will take a while and require several reboots of the computer. What should you do about the password to the user's account?

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C. In this circumstance, asking for a temporary password is the right answer.
Make sure the user changes her password back before you leave the site.

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7.   While manning the help desk, you get a call from a distraught user who says she has a blank screen. What would be a useful follow-up question? (Select two.)

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A useful follow-up question would be to ask if the computer is turned on because if it is not, then that could be the reason for the blank screen. Another useful follow-up question would be to ask if the monitor is turned on because if it is not, then that could also be the reason for the blank screen. These two questions help to identify the potential causes of the issue and narrow down the troubleshooting steps.

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8.   Which of the following would be most appropriate for the workplace? (Select two.)  

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Clean, pressed khaki trousers and clean, wrinkle-free polo shirt would be most appropriate for the workplace because they present a professional and polished appearance. Trousers are typically more formal than jeans, and khaki is a neutral color that is commonly accepted in professional settings. A polo shirt is a comfortable yet professional option that can be easily paired with trousers. Both options demonstrate cleanliness and attention to detail, which are important in a workplace environment.

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9. Which of the following helps prevent electromagnetic interference?

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C. Avoid putting magnets near computer gear to help prevent EMI.

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