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SYSAD REVIEWER: Prelim Edition ദ്ദി(ᵔᗜᵔ)
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  • 1. Basic lng ba?
A) Yawa sino gumawa nito ToT
B) Answer (< _ <)
C) Basic!
D) Mali mga sagot!
E) Balik next year!
  • 2. Which situation best describes Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)?
A) Sudden transfer of static electricity between two objects
B) Excessive voltage from PSU
C) Short circuit caused by loose screws
D) Overheating due to poor airflow
  • 3. A technician installs RAM without grounding and it fails weeks later. This is an example of:
A) Latent failure
B) Immediate failure
C) Short circuit
D) Boot error
  • 4. Which tool is specifically used for tightening motherboard standoffs?
A) Multimeter
B) Nut driver
C) LAN tester
D) Phillips screwdriver
  • 5. A system powers on but shows no display. One possible cause is:
A) Corrupted OS
B) Disabled startup program
C) Loose RAM
D) Malware infection
  • 6. What is the primary purpose of an anti-static wrist strap?
A) Ground the technician to prevent ESD
B) Increase system stability
C) Protect hands from dust
D) Improve grip while working
  • 7. Which device is used to verify voltage output from a power supply?
A) LAN tester
B) PSU tester
C) POST card
D) Tweezers
  • 8. In troubleshooting, a symptom is best defined as:
A) The visible sign of a problem
B) The replacement part
C) The repair process
D) The hidden root cause
  • 9. If a PC does not respond at all when the power button is pressed, the error category is:
A) No Display
B) No Power
C) Slow Performance
D) No Boot
  • 10. Which practice follows proper troubleshooting methodology?
A) Skip documentation
B) Guess the most expensive component
C) Replace multiple parts at once
D) Change one variable at a time
  • 11. A POST diagnostic card is mainly used when:
A) There is no display or continuous beeping
B) Cleaning dust
C) Testing LAN cables
D) Installing RAM
  • 12. ESD can damage electronic components at as low as ______ volts.
A) 30
B) 500
C) 100
D) 220
  • 13. Wearing protective goggles is important when using ______ air for cleaning.
A) hot
B) cold
C) wet
D) compressed
  • 14. A device that measures voltage, resistance, and continuity is called a ______.
A) LAN tester
B) PSU tester
C) multimeter
D) oscilloscope
  • 15. If BIOS completes POST but cannot detect a boot device, the error is called ______.
A) No Display
B) Boot Failure
C) No Boot
D) No Power
  • 16. The visible result of a deeper computer issue is called a ______.
A) symptom
B) solution
C) root cause
D) diagnosis
  • 17. Tightening screws excessively may cause ______ damage to components.
A) physical
B) thermal
C) electrical
D) software
  • 18. To prevent static buildup, avoid working on ______ floors.
A) metal
B) concrete
C) carpeted
D) wooden
  • 19. A system that shuts down due to excessive heat is experiencing ______.
A) ESD
B) boot error
C) thermal throttling
D) power failure
  • 20. Before connecting any hardware tester, always ______ off the system completely.
A) shut
B) turn
C) switch
D) power
  • 21. Troubleshooting is a ______ and structured process of identifying and resolving problems.
A) quick
B) systematic
C) expensive
D) random
  • 22. A graphic designer installs a new component to improve 3D rendering performance. Which hardware is most responsible?
A) RAM
B) CMOS battery
C) PSU
D) GPU
  • 23. A PC boots slowly using a traditional hard drive. Which upgrade most directly improves boot time?
A) Upgrade monitor
B) Replace HDD with SSD
C) Replace keyboard
D) Add more case fans
  • 24. A computer system includes hardware, software, data, people, and ______.
A) Procedures
B) Power supply
C) BIOS
D) Cables
  • 25. A computer randomly shuts down under heavy gaming load. The first component to test is the:
A) RAM
B) Mouse
C) HDMI cable
D) PSU
  • 26. A motherboard repeatedly loses date and time settings. Which part should be replaced?
A) GPU
B) SSD
C) CMOS battery
D) SATA cable
  • 27. A CPU does not fit the motherboard socket. What was ignored?
A) CPU socket compatibility
B) PSU brand
C) RAM speed
D) BIOS version
  • 28. A system crashes when too many applications are open. Which upgrade helps most?
A) Change monitor
B) Increase RAM
C) Replace HDMI
D) Upgrade PSU
  • 29. A computer overheats even though the fan spins normally. What maintenance should be done first?
A) Reapply thermal paste
B) Replace RAM
C) Upgrade BIOS
D) Change SATA cable
  • 30. A GPU built inside the CPU differs from a dedicated GPU because it:
A) Shares system memory
B) Requires external power cable
C) Uses PCIe slot
D) Uses SATA port
  • 31. A PC shows no display after RAM installation. What is the most likely issue?
A) Loose RAM module
B) Broken monitor
C) CMOS reset
D) Incorrect PSU voltage
  • 32. Excessive dust buildup inside a case can cause:
A) Malware infection
B) USB malfunction
C) Thermal shutdown
D) Data encryption
  • 33. Mounting a motherboard directly on the case without spacers may result in:
A) Faster boot
B) Higher FPS
C) Stable voltage
D) Short circuit
  • 34. Poor airflow inside a case usually leads to:
A) Louder keyboard
B) BIOS reset
C) Thermal throttling
D) Faster performance
  • 35. Which cable carries both digital video and audio?
A) VGA
B) PS/2
C) HDMI
D) RJ-45
  • 36. An RJ-45 port is used for:
A) Ethernet connection
B) Power delivery
C) Video output
D) Microphone input
  • 37. USB allows devices to be connected without shutting down because it supports:
A) Overclocking
B) BIOS flashing
C) Hot-swapping
D) SATA linking
  • 38. A pink audio jack on a motherboard is typically for:
A) Ethernet
B) Microphone
C) HDMI
D) Speakers
  • 39. Static electricity that damages RAM weeks later is classified as:
A) Software error
B) PSU overload
C) Immediate failure
D) Latent failure
  • 40. An anti-static wrist strap protects components by:
A) Cleaning circuits
B) Increasing airflow
C) Testing voltage
D) Grounding the technician
  • 41. Loose screws inside a system unit may cause:
A) GPU acceleration
B) Short circuit
C) Improved grounding
D) Faster boot
  • 42. A PSU tester shows no voltage output. This indicates:
A) RAM problem
B) SATA issue
C) GPU overheating
D) Defective PSU
  • 43. Setting a multimeter to the wrong scale may result in:
A) Accurate readings
B) RAM damage
C) Voltage misinterpretation
D) Faster repair
  • 44. A POST card displays a memory error code. What should be checked first?
A) GPU
B) LAN port
C) RAM
D) PSU
  • 45. A LAN cable tester shows incorrect pin order. The issue is likely:
A) Bad crimping
B) PSU fault
C) BIOS failure
D) RAM error
  • 46. Frequent blue screen errors during gaming suggest testing the:
A) CMOS battery
B) LAN cable
C) PSU
D) RAM
  • 47. A black screen during startup is considered a:
A) Upgrade
B) Permanent solution
C) Symptom
D) Root cause
  • 48. Replacing components without testing first violates which principle?
A) Update BIOS
B) Stay organized
C) Avoid guessing
D) Use PPE
  • 49. Changing multiple parts at once makes it difficult to:
A) Increase cooling
B) Identify root cause
C) Reset BIOS
D) Improve performance
  • 50. If a system powers on but fails to load the OS, this is classified as:
A) No power
B) No display
C) ESD issue
D) No boot
  • 51. If a PC does not power on at all, the first troubleshooting step is to:
A) Update BIOS
B) Replace motherboard
C) Check power source
D) Replace RAM
  • 52. Fans spin but no display appears. The first logical step is to:
A) Reseat RAM
B) Format drive
C) Replace PSU
D) Replace CPU
  • 53. High CPU temperature causing reduced performance indicates:
A) Thermal throttling
B) SATA error
C) LAN problem
D) HDMI issue
  • 54. A PSU with insufficient wattage may cause:
A) System instability
B) Higher resolution
C) Stable system
D) Faster cooling
  • 55. Thermal paste primarily improves:
A) BIOS update
B) Electrical conductivity
C) Heat transfer
D) RAM speed
  • 56. The BIOS chip primarily stores:
A) GPU drivers
B) Operating system files
C) Startup instructions
D) Application software
  • 57. POST beep codes usually indicate a problem during:
A) Hardware initialization
B) USB scanning
C) OS installation
D) Network configuration
  • 58. Incorrect boot order in BIOS most likely results in:
A) Overheating
B) No power
C) No display
D) No boot
  • 59. Avoiding carpeted workspaces reduces risk of:
A) Wi-Fi interference
B) ESD damage
C) SATA failure
D) Boot error
  • 60. Failing to document troubleshooting steps may lead to:
A) Faster repair
B) Stable system
C) Repeated mistakes
D) Improved airflow
  • 61. Changing one variable at a time during troubleshooting helps to:
A) Isolate the problem
B) Skip documentation
C) Guess faster
D) Increase heat
  • 62. Forcing RAM into a slot incorrectly may cause:
A) Stronger signal
B) Board damage
C) Faster performance
D) Better airflow
  • 63. Opening a PSU without qualification is dangerous because of:
A) BIOS corruption
B) GPU instability
C) Electric shock risk
D) RAM overheating
  • 64. Cleaning internal dust primarily prevents:
A) Malware
B) Thermal shutdown
C) BIOS reset
D) LAN failure
  • 65. If the system works after reseating RAM, the issue was likely:
A) Loose connection
B) HDD failure
C) PSU overload
D) BIOS corruption
  • 66. A system boots only when the discrete GPU is removed. The likely faulty component is:
A) CMOS
B) Dedicated GPU
C) SATA cable
D) PSU
  • 67. Reseating a SATA cable is the first step when BIOS cannot detect a drive because it addresses:
A) Loose physical connection
B) Software corruption
C) GPU error
D) RAM failure
  • 68. Systematic troubleshooting is different from guessing because it:
A) Randomly replaces parts
B) Skips documentation
C) Avoids testing
D) Follows a logical process
  • 69. Sensitive components may be damaged by very low voltage levels, making ESD control:
A) Unnecessary
B) Optional
C) Software-based
D) Critical
  • 70. Removing unused drive cages mainly improves:
A) Boot order
B) BIOS settings
C) PSU voltage
D) Airflow
  • 71. Grounding yourself before handling components primarily protects the:
A) Hardware components
B) Technician
C) Operating system
D) Software
  • 72. What is computer hardware?
A) Computer rules
B) Programs installed in a computer
C) Physical parts of a computer
D) Internet connection
  • 73. Which best describes internal hardware?
A) Wireless devices
B) Software inside the computer
C) Parts outside the computer
D) Parts inside the system unit
  • 74. Which is an example of external hardware?
A) Motherboard
B) RAM
C) Keyboard
D) CPU
  • 75. Gamers usually use a high-end GPU for ________.
A) Storing files
B) Smooth graphics
C) Printing documents
D) Internet connection
  • 76. Which hardware is commonly used by office workers for documents?
A) Speaker
B) Scanner
C) Router
D) GPU
  • 77. What type of device is a joystick?
A) Output
B) Input
C) Storage
D) Communication
  • 78. Which input device is used for fingerprint security?
A) Webcam
B) Plotter
C) Barcode scanner
D) Biometric scanner
  • 79. Which device is mainly responsible for multitasking and processing speed?
A) Printer
B) Monitor
C) USB drive
D) CPU
  • 80. What does a GPU mainly handle?
A) Graphics and rendering
B) Typing
C) Printing
D) Networking
  • 81. Which is an example of a storage device?
A) SSD
B) Speaker
C) Mouse
D) Webcam
  • 82. Which storage type is accessible through the internet?
A) NAS
B) USB port
C) Optical drive
D) Cloud storage
  • 83. What output device is used by architects for large blueprints?
A) Plotter
B) Headphones
C) VR headset
D) Printer
  • 84. Which output device provides immersive visual experience for gamers?
A) VR headset
B) Scanner
C) Monitor
D) Speaker
  • 85. Which is a communication device?
A) HDD
B) Headphones
C) Router
D) Printer
  • 86. What is the function of a Bluetooth adapter?
A) Display images
B) Store data
C) Print files
D) Wireless connection
  • 87. Peripheral devices are hardware that ________.
A) Replace software
B) Expand computer capabilities
C) Control the internet
D) Remove viruses
  • 88. Which is an example of a peripheral device?
A) Motherboard
B) CPU
C) External hard drive
D) RAM
  • 89. Which port is commonly used to connect a monitor or TV?
A) USB
B) HDMI
C) Ethernet
D) PCIe
  • 90. What is the main purpose of expansion slots?
A) Print documents
B) Connect flash drives
C) Upgrade internal hardware
D) Install software
  • 91. Which is NOT part of a computer system?
A) Data
B) Hardware
C) Software
D) Electricity bill
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