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