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Troubleshooting Exercise

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is NOT a basic step in troubleshooting computer problems?

a)
  • a. Checking all cable connections

b)

b. Restarting the computer

c)

c. Replacing the CPU immediately

d)
  • d. Running a virus scan

2.

What could be the issue if your laptop doesn’t charge?

a)
  • a. The battery is loose, dead, or needs replacing

b)
  • b. The laptop’s cooling fan isn’t working

c)
  • c. The keyboard is unplugged

d)
  • d. The operating system is corrupted

3.

What could cause a printer not to work even though it is plugged in?

a)
  • a. The printer driver needs updating

b)
  • b. The protective plastic film on the cartridges wasn’t removed

c)
  • c. The printer’s monitor is off

d)
  • d. The USB cable is missing

4.

What should you check if you suspect a cable problem?

a)
  • a. If the cable is securely connected

b)
  • b. If the computer is running a virus scan

c)
  • c. If the monitor’s resolution is correct

d)
  • d. If the keyboard is functioning

5.

 What can you do to prevent a computer from overheating?

a)
  • a. Install an additional hard drive

b)
  • b. Ensure the cooling system is sufficient

c)
  • c. Turn off the monitor periodically

d)
  • d. Install anti-virus software

6.

What should you do if your computer is slower than usual?

a)
  • a. Clean the hard disk of unwanted files

b)
  • b. Install a new operating system

c)
  • c. Uninstall all applications

d)
  • d. Disconnect from the internet

7.

What should you do if your computer is on but the screen is blank?

a)

a. Check the connection between the monitor and the computer

b)

b. Restart your computer

c)



c. Call a technician immediately

8.

what is troubleshooting?

a)

A fun game to play during free time

b)

The process used to fix a problem


c)


It is a fight between 2 computers

d)

All of the above

9.

Choose one solution for the following problem: the computer is FROZEN.

a)

Do nothing

b)

Shake your mouse

c)

Press and hold the Power button for 5-10 seconds to force the computer to shut down.

d)

Call the teacher

10.

Choose one solution for the following problem: the sound isn't working.

a)

Check the volume level

b)

Buy speakers

c)

Use different headphones

d)

Call the teacher

11.

This picture means?

a)

No volume

b)

Nothing

c)

No internet

12.
Choose one solution for the following problem: an application is running SLOWLY.
a)
Restart the computer
b)
Try to access the application from the internet instead
c)
Close and re-open the application
d)
Just forget it and work in another application
13.

What could a lot of noise coming from your computer indicate?

a)
  • a. The computer needs cleaning

b)
  • b. The fan might need cleaning

c)
  • c. The operating system needs updating

d)
  • d. A virus attack

14.

What is the first thing you should check if your computer won’t turn on?

a)

a. If it is plugged in


b)

b. If the screen is clean

c)

c. If the keyboard is working

d)

d. If the printer is connected

15.

What should you do if your printer isn’t working?

a)

a. Check if it is turned on and has paper

b)

b. Replace your computer

c)

c. Restart your monitor

d)

d. Delete all files on your computer