WorksheetsFiber Optics Quiz Chapter 1
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 18mins
What does fiber optics mean?
A type of cable used for electrical wiring
The study of fibers for textile manufacturing
The transmission of light through thin strands of glass
A method of wireless communication
Which year was fiber optics first installed in Chicago?
1986
1976
1966
1996
What was initially required from Bell Labs to terminate the fiber optic cables?
A specialized robot
A PhD
A government permit
A laser tool
Which of the following is NOT a use of fiber optics?
Lighting
Medicine
Optical sensors
Soundproofing
Where are many fiber optic cables laid to allow communication between continents?
Underground tunnels
Across mountains
In the ocean
On satellite orbits
For what purpose do many cities use fiber optics?
To generate electricity
To connect municipal buildings and networks
For public transportation systems
To monitor weather conditions
What has been the effect of reduced prices on fiber optic cabling?
It has made fiber optic cabling less popular
It has led to an increase in the use of copper
It has created a real advantage to using fiber over copper
It has made fiber optic cabling more difficult to install
What will the class concentrate on regarding fiber optics?
Communication fiber optics
Fiber optics for medical use
Fiber optics in art installations
Military-grade fiber optics
What is the difference between Outside Plant and Premises Cable in fiber optics?
Outside Plant is used for telephone networks, while Premises Cable is found in buildings or on campuses
Outside Plant is rarely longer than a few hundred feet, while Premises Cable is used for long distances
Outside Plant is found in buildings, while Premises Cable is used for telephone networks
There is no difference; they are the same
Which medium can transport more information longer distance in less time?
Copper
Wireless
Fiber
All are equally efficient
What is the significance of the 62.5/125 fiber in the context of copper media?
It is less efficient than copper media
It has outdated 9 generations of copper media
It requires more certifications to install than copper media
It is a newer technology than copper media
What are standards in the context of facilitating fiber applications?
They are codes or actual laws that must be followed
They are guidelines to ensure proper operation of communication systems
They are optional suggestions for fiber optic installation
They are financial regulations for the fiber optics industry
What is a common misconception about the dangers of working with fiber optics?
That fiber cables are harmless
That lasers are the main danger when terminating fiber optic cable
That fiber cables can cause electric shocks
That fiber cables are too fragile to handle
What precaution should be taken when working with fiber optics?
Always wear gloves
Ensure that a fiber cable is not transmitting light before working with it
Keep the fiber cables dry at all times
Use copper tools instead of steel
What must always be worn in the fiber lab to protect your eyes from fiber scraps?
Prescription glasses
Safety goggles
Sunglasses
No eye protection is necessary
What is the main safety issue when working with fiber optics during the termination process?
Risk of electrical shock
Scraps can penetrate skin and eyes
Danger of fire
Exposure to toxic chemicals
How should fiber scraps be disposed of?
In any nearby trash can
With general office waste
Using a marked container
They can be left on the workbench
Which surface would enhance the visibility of fiber scraps during inspection?
A patterned tablecloth
A clear glass desk
A dark-colored mat
A neon surface
