CIS 136 CORE 1 STUDY

Zombie apocalypse is starting! What's your go to survival spot?

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What tool is mandatory for repairing a touch pad on a laptop?

• needle-nose pliers

• multimeter

• ESD strap

• Power supply tester

How can you use the increased performance of triple channel with four slots available?

• Install RAM in all four slots.

• You can't triple channel with four slots available.

• DDR 3 does not support triple channel.

• Install RAM in the three slots with the same color scheme.

Why is RAM considered volatile memory?

• Because it can store a large amount of data permanently

• Because it loses its data when power is turned off

• Because it is used for long-term storage

• Because it can only read data, not write

Answer explanation

RAM is considered volatile memory because it loses its data when power is turned off.

A motherboard has four slots and you want to add another DDR3 DIMM module. You have 2 that are labeled 1600 MHz. You can't find 1600 MHz modules, only PC ratings for new parts. What do you purchase to use a quad channel on your motherboard?

• PC3 12800

• PC3 1600

• PC3 10600

• PC4 24000

What would be the result of installing more RAM in a computer that frequently runs multiple applications simultaneously?

• Decrease in overall system speed.

• Increase in the computer's ability to multitask.

• No change in performance.

• Decrease in graphics quality.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following is NOT a function of the CPU?

• Executing instructions

• Storing data

• Performing calculations

• Controlling other computer components

Answer explanation

The CPU does not store data. Its functions include executing instructions, performing calculations, and controlling other computer components.

Which cookie sounds good?

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What does "Flashing the UEFI/BIOS" mean?

• Wiping the cache

• Performing an update

• Deleting the OS

• Frying the battery

What is a POST diagnostic card?

• checks the essential hardware components required for a successful boot

• a digital receipt for your tech appointment

• a coin battery you can remove

• a card placed in the RAM slots to monitor your computers performance