Free 220-901 Sample Questions — CompTIA A+ (220-901)

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Question 1

A customer is building a high-end gaming PC and is seeking an appropriate power supply unit. Which of the following feature-sets of a power supply should be installed? (Select THREE).

  • A. Mini-ITX form factor
  • B. High number of connectors
  • C. 24-pin main connector
  • D. 20-pin main connector
  • E. 350-450 watts of power
  • F. Dual 12v rails
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Correct Answer:
  • B. High number of connectors
  • C. 24-pin main connector
  • F. Dual 12v rails
Question 2

A small workgroup inherits a second-hand printer without networking capabilities. Which of the following is the BEST method of sharing this resource among the workgroup?

  • A. Connect the printer to a Bluetooth adapter in order for the users to print
  • B. Connect the printer by using the onboard Infrared port
  • C. Connect the printer to a user’s workstation and share the device
  • D. Connect the printer to a parallel switch box
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Correct Answer:
C. Connect the printer to a user’s workstation and share the device
Question 3

Which of the following RAM types can continue working if there is corrupt data?

  • A. Non-parity
  • B. Dual channel
  • C. Buffered
  • D. ECC
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Correct Answer:
D. ECC
Question 4

A technician upgrades an older computer to Windows 8. The computer is running unusually slow, but the hardware has no problems and is adequate for the OS. Which of the following is the MOST likely solution?

  • A. Change the boot sequence
  • B. Switch the BIOS to UEFI
  • C. Defragment the hard drive
  • D. Enable virtualization
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Correct Answer:
C. Defragment the hard drive
Question 5

A user wants to reduce the amount of paper consumed on a multi-function printer. Which of the following settings should be configured to achieve this outcome?

  • A. Orientation
  • B. Duplex
  • C. Collate
  • D. Economy ink
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Correct Answer:
B. Duplex

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