Transmission Media Quiz 3

What type of connector is commonly used with coaxial cables in networking?

• RJ45

• BNC

• HDMI

• USB

What does "attenuation" refer to in transmission media?

• The increase in signal strength over distance

• The reduction in signal strength over distance

• The interference caused by other signals

• The capability of a medium to carry data

What does "STP" stand for in networking cables?

• Straight Through Pair

• Shielded Twisted Pair

• Single Twisted Pair

• Standard Twisted Pair

What is the maximum bandwidth supported by Cat6a cables?

• 100 Mbps

• 1 Gbps

• 10 Gbps

• 40 Gbps

What is the primary advantage of using fiber optic cables over copper cables?

• Lower cost

• Higher bandwidth and longer distance capabilities

• Easier installation

• Better compatibility with older systems

Which type of transmission medium uses radio waves to transmit data?

• Coaxial cable

• Fiber optic cable

• Twisted pair cable

• Wireless

What is a common use for coaxial cables in networking?

• Connecting desktop computers

• Connecting televisions and internet service

• Connecting mobile phones

• Connecting fiber optic networks

Which of the following is NOT a type of transmission medium?

• Coaxial cable

• Fiber optic cable

• Wireless

• Router

Which type of cable is least susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI)?

• Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)

• Shielded Twisted Pair (STP)

• Coaxial cable

• Fiber optic cable

Which type of cable uses light to transmit data?

• Coaxial cable

• Twisted pair cable

• Fiber optic cable

• Ethernet cable