CCNA: Interfaces, Cables, and Networking Standards Quiz

What does RJ in RJ-45 stand for?

• Router Junction

• Rapid Join

• Reactive Jumper

• Registered Jack

What is the primary purpose of Ethernet in networking?

• To provide a single network protocol

• To define network cable standards

• To specify network speeds only

• To serve as a collection of network protocols and standards

Which type of cabling is defined by the IEEE 802.3 standard?

• Fiber-optic cables

• Twisted pair cables

• All of the above

• Coaxial cables

What is the maximum standard length for a twisted pair Ethernet cable?

• 500 meters

• 100 meters

• 200 meters

• 50 meters

What does a crossover cable do differently than a straight-through cable?

• It connects the same pins on both ends

• It uses different types of metal

• It enhances the signal strength

• It reverses the order of the wires

What feature allows modern devices to automatically adjust transmission and receiving pins?

• Auto MDI-X

• Crosslink

• Auto Switch

• Pin Adaptation

Which type of fiber cable uses lightwaves entering at multiple angles?

• Bimodal fiber

• Single-mode fiber

• Multimode fiber

• Unimode fiber

What is the main advantage of using single-mode fiber over multimode fiber?

• It is cheaper

• It uses LED-based transmitters

• It supports longer cable lengths

• It is easier to install

What is the primary security advantage of fiber-optic cables over UTP cables?

• Easier to handle

• Cheaper materials

• No signal emission outside of the cable

• Faster transmission speeds

Which cable type is typically used to connect end hosts to a switch within the same office floor?

• None of the above

• Multimode fiber

• Single-mode fiber

• UTP