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Comprehensive Hardware Troubleshooting Quiz

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What component is responsible for executing instructions in a computer system?

a)

Motherboard

b)

RAM

c)

CPU

d)

Power Supply

2.

Which of the following is a common symptom of a failing power supply?

a)

Slow performance

b)

Random shutdowns

c)

Blue screen of death

d)

No internet connection

3.

Identify the type of memory that is volatile and loses its data when power is turned off.

a)

SSD

b)

HDD

c)

RAM

d)

ROM

4.

What is the first step in troubleshooting a non-responsive display?

a)

Replace the display

b)

Check the power connection

c)

Update the graphics driver

d)

Restart the computer

5.

A user reports that their computer is not booting up. Which component should be checked first?

a)

CPU

b)

RAM

c)

Power Supply

d)

Motherboard

6.

How would you verify if a RAID array is functioning correctly?

a)

Check the RAID configuration in BIOS

b)

Listen for unusual noises from the drives

c)

Use RAID management software to check the status

d)

Physically inspect the drives

7.

A projector is displaying a distorted image. What could be a potential cause?

a)

Incorrect resolution settings

b)

Faulty power cable

c)

Overheating

d)

Low battery

8.

A mobile device is overheating frequently. What is a strategic approach to diagnose the issue?

a)

Replace the battery

b)

Check for background apps consuming resources

c)

Turn off the device

d)

Use a cooling pad

9.

A computer is experiencing frequent crashes. How would you systematically identify if the RAM is the issue?

a)

Replace the RAM modules

b)

Run a memory diagnostic tool

c)

Check for dust in the RAM slots

d)

Update the operating system

10.

What is a logical step to take if a storage drive is not being recognized by the system?

a)

Format the drive

b)

Check the drive's connection cables

c)

Install a new operating system

d)

Replace the drive

11.

Which of the following could cause a CPU to overheat?

a)

Insufficient thermal paste

b)

Low RAM capacity

c)

Outdated software

d)

Faulty display

12.

What is the purpose of a RAID array in a computer system?

a)

To increase processing speed

b)

To provide data redundancy and improve performance

c)

To enhance graphics quality

d)

To reduce power consumption

13.

A user complains about a flickering monitor. What is a possible cause and solution?

a)

Loose power cable; secure the cable

b)

Outdated graphics driver; update the driver

c)

Low screen resolution; increase resolution

d)

Faulty RAM; replace RAM

14.

How can you determine if a motherboard is faulty in a non-booting computer?

a)

Check for physical damage on the motherboard

b)

Listen for beep codes during startup

c)

Test with a different power supply

d)

Replace the CPU

15.

What is a strategic method to resolve frequent app crashes on a mobile device?

a)

Restart the device

b)

Clear app cache and data

c)

Uninstall and reinstall the app

d)

Update the device's operating system