CompTIA A+ Practice Test 1001 (Questions Answers) 2023. Test our free CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) Certification Exam Test online. There are a total of 50 multiple choice questions answers including Troubleshooting examples.
To earn CompTIA A+ certification, you must pass both the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) and CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) certification exams. Many folks who break into the information technology (IT) world do so through jobs that require the A+ certification.
Consider medical electronics technicians who repair common equipment used in hospitals. These technicians need this course because many medical devices connect to a PC or have PC-based software that controls the device. Further, medical devices commonly attach to wired and wireless networks.
CompTIA A+ Practice Test 1001 2023
Test Name | CompTIA A+ Practice Test |
Core name | Core 1 (220-1001) |
Topics Covered | Hardware and Network Troubleshooting |
Total no. of questions | 50 (fifty) MCQs |
Type of Questions | Sample CompTIA A+ Practice Test 1001 |
Printable PDF | N/A |
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Question 1 of 50
1. Question
1 pointsWhat do registers provide for the CPU?
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B. The CPU uses registers for temporary storage of internal commands and data.
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Question 2 of 50
2. Question
1 pointsWhat function does the external data bus have in the PC?
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C. The external data bus provides a channel for the flow of data and commands between the CPU and RAM.
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Question 3 of 50
3. Question
1 pointsWhat is the function of the address bus in the PC?
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A. The address bus enables the CPU to communicate with the memory controller chip.
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Question 4 of 50
4. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following terms are measures of CPU speed?
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A. The terms megahertz (MHz) and gigahertz (GHz) describe how many million or billion (respectively) cycles per second a CPU can run.
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Question 5 of 50
5. Question
1 pointsWhich CPU feature enables the microprocessor to support running multiple operating systems at the same time?
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D. Intel and AMD CPUs come with virtualization support, enabling more efficient implementation of virtual machines.
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Question 6 of 50
6. Question
1 pointsInto which socket could you place an Intel Core i5?
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B. You’ll find Core i5 processors in several socket types, notably LGA 1150 and LGA 1151.
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Question 7 of 50
7. Question
1 pointsWhich feature enables a single-core CPU to function like two CPUs?
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A. Intel loves its Hyper-Threading, where a single-core CPU can function like a dual-core CPU as long as it has operating system support.
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Question 8 of 50
8. Question
1 pointsWhat steps do you need to take to install a Core i3 CPU into an FM2+ motherboard?
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D. Intel and AMD processors are not compatible at all.
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Question 9 of 50
9. Question
1 pointsA client calls to complain that his computer starts up, but crashes when Windows starts to load. After a brief set of questions, you find out that his nephew upgraded his RAM for him over the weekend and couldn’t get the computer to work right afterward. What could be the problem?
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B. Most likely, the nephew disconnected the CPU fan to get at the RAM slots and simply forgot to plug it back in.
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Question 10 of 50
10. Question
1 pointsDarren has installed a new CPU in a client’s computer, but nothing happens when he pushes the power button on the case. The LED on the motherboard is lit up, so he knows the system has power. What could the problem be?
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B. The best answer here is that he forgot the thermal paste, though you can also make an argument for a disconnected fan.
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Question 11 of 50
11. Question
1 pointsSteve adds a second 8-GB 288-pin DIMM to his PC, which should bring the total RAM in the system up to 16 GB. The PC has an Intel Core i7 4-GHz processor and four 288-pin DIMM slots on the motherboard. When he turns on the PC, however, only 8 GB of RAM shows up in Windows Settings app. Which of the following is most likely to be the problem?
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A. Steve failed to seat the RAM properly.
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Question 12 of 50
12. Question
1 pointsScott wants to add 8 GB of PC3-12800 DDR3 to an aging but still useful desktop system. The system has a 200-MHz motherboard and currently has 4 GB of non-ECC DDR3 RAM in the system. What else does he need to know before installing?
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D. Scott needs to know if the system can handle that much RAM.
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Question 13 of 50
13. Question
1 pointsWhat is the primary reason that DDR4 RAM is faster than DDR3 RAM?
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B. The input/output speed of DDR4 RAM is faster than that of DDR3 RAM (although the latency is higher).
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Question 14 of 50
14. Question
1 pointsWhat is the term for the delay in the RAM’s response to a request from the MCC?
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C. Latency is the term for the delay in the RAM’s response to a request from the MCC.
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Question 15 of 50
15. Question
1 pointsHow does an NMI manifest on a Windows system?
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A. A non-maskable interrupt on a Windows system often results in the Blue Screen of Death.
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Question 16 of 50
16. Question
1 pointsSilas has an AMD-based motherboard with two sticks of DDR3 RAM installed in two of the three RAM slots, for a total of 8 GB of system memory. When he runs CPU-Z to test the system, he notices that the software claims he’s running single-channel memory. What could be the problem? (Select the best answer.)
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D. Motherboards can be tricky and require you to install RAM in the proper slots to enable dual-channel memory access. In this case, Silas should move one of the installed sticks to a different slot to activate dual-channel memory. (And he should check the motherboard manual for the proper slots.)
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Question 17 of 50
17. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following Control Panel applets will display the amount of RAM in your PC?
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A. You can use the System applet to see how much RAM is currently in your PC.
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Question 18 of 50
18. Question
1 pointsWhat is the best way to determine the total capacity and specific type of RAM your system can handle?
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A. The best way to determine the total capacity and specific type of RAM your system can handle is to check the motherboard book.
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Question 19 of 50
19. Question
1 pointsGregor installed a third stick of known good RAM into his Core i7 system, bringing the total amount of RAM up to 12 GB. Within a few days, though, he started having random lockups and reboots, especially when doing memory-intensive tasks such as gaming. What is most likely the problem?
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C. Most likely, Gregor installed RAM that didn’t match the speed or quality of the RAM in the system.
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Question 20 of 50
20. Question
1 pointsCindy installs a second stick of DDR4 RAM into her Core i5 system, bringing the total system memory up to 16 GB. Within a short period of time, though, she begins experiencing Blue Screens of Death. What could the problem be?
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A. If you have no problems with a system and then experience problems after installing something new, chances are the something new is at fault.
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Question 21 of 50
21. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following would be most appropriate for the workplace? (Select two.)
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A, C. Khaki trousers and a polo shirt trump jeans and a T-shirt every time
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Question 22 of 50
22. Question
1 pointsWhile manning the help desk, you get a call from a distraught user who says she has a blank screen.
What would be a useful follow-up question? (Select two.)
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A, B. Go for the simple answer first. When faced with a blank screen, check to see if the computer and the monitor are turned on.
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Question 23 of 50
23. Question
1 pointsAt the very least, what tool should be in every technician’s toolkit?
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D. Every tech’s toolkit should have a Phillips-head screwdriver, at the very least.
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Question 24 of 50
24. Question
1 pointsWhen is it appropriate to yell at a user?
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D. Don’t get angry or yell at clients.
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Question 25 of 50
25. Question
1 pointsWhen troubleshooting a software problem on Phoebe’s computer and listening to her describe the problem, you get a text from your boss. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for you to take?
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D. Focus on the customer and don’t use her things.
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Question 26 of 50
26. Question
1 pointsYou are at a customer’s workstation to install several software and hardware updates, a process that will take a while and require several reboots of the computer. What should you do about the password to the user’s account?
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C. In this circumstance, asking for a temporary password is the right answer. Make sure the user changes her password back before you leave the site.
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Question 27 of 50
27. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following is a good practice after completing a troubleshooting call at someone’s office?
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A. A simple follow-up builds goodwill and trust. This is a very important step to take after completing a job.
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Question 28 of 50
28. Question
1 pointsWhich tool helps you avoid accidental static discharge by keeping you at the same electrical potential as the computer on which you’re working?
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C. An antistatic wrist strap keeps you at the same electrical potential as the computer.
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Question 29 of 50
29. Question
1 pointsOnce you have ascertained the computer’s problem and backed up the critical data, what should you do?
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A. You should establish a theory of probable cause once you have ascertained the problem and backed up data.
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Question 30 of 50
30. Question
1 pointsWhat should you do after successfully repairing a machine?
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C. At the end of a repair you should always document your findings.
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Question 31 of 50
31. Question
1 pointsWhich version of Windows introduced the Metro UI?
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B. Microsoft introduced Metro UI with Windows 8.
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Question 32 of 50
32. Question
1 pointsWhich Windows 8 feature did Microsoft not include in Windows 10?
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D. Microsoft did not include the Charms bar in Windows 10. Bye!
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Question 33 of 50
33. Question
1 pointsWhat macOS feature is essentially multiple Desktops?
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D. Spaces is the term Apple uses for multiple Desktops in macOS.
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Question 34 of 50
34. Question
1 pointsWhat KDE feature is essentially the Start button?
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B. Kickoff functions like a Start button for KDE desktops.
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Question 35 of 50
35. Question
1 pointsThe user Mike has downloaded files with his Web browser. Where will they be stored by default?
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C. The default download location in Windows is C:\Users\\Downloads.
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Question 36 of 50
36. Question
1 points32-bit programs are installed into which folder by default in a 64-bit edition of Windows?
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D. By default, 32-bit applications install into the C:\Program Files (x86) folder.
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Question 37 of 50
37. Question
1 pointsWhich macOS feature is functionally equivalent to Windows File Explorer?
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A. Finder is the equivalent of File Explorer.
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Question 38 of 50
38. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following paths would open Administrative Tools in Windows 8.1?
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B. To open Administrative Tools, right-click the Start button and select Administrative Tools. Easy!
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Question 39 of 50
39. Question
1 pointsWhat feature of macOS is the equivalent of the command-line interface in Windows?
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C. Terminal is the equivalent of the Windows command-line interface.
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Question 40 of 50
40. Question
1 pointsWhat Windows app in Windows 10 combines many utilities into a unified tool?
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A. The Settings app in Windows 10 offers many utilities in a unified interface.
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Question 41 of 50
41. Question
1 pointsWhat does BIOS provide for the computer? (Choose the best answer.)
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Question 42 of 50
42. Question
1 pointsWhat is the correct boot sequence for an older BIOS-based PC?
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Here’s the correct boot sequence for a BIOS-based PC: power good, CPU, POST, boot loader, operating system.
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Question 43 of 50
43. Question
1 pointsJill decided to add a second hard drive to her computer. She thinks she has it physically installed correctly, but it doesn’t show up in Windows. Which of the following options will most likely lead Jill where she needs to go to resolve the issue?
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Jill should reboot the computer and watch for instructions to enter
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Question 44 of 50
44. Question
1 pointsHenry bought a new card for capturing television on his computer. When he finished going through the packaging, though, he found no driver disc, only an application disc for setting up the TV capture software. After installing the card and software, it all works flawlessly. What’s the most likely explanation?
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Most likely the device has an option ROM, because it works.
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Question 45 of 50
45. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following most accurately describes the relationship between BIOS and hardware?
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A. All hardware needs BIOS!
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Question 46 of 50
46. Question
1 pointsAfter a sudden power outage, Samson’s PC rebooted, but nothing appeared on the screen. The PC just beeps at him, over and over and over. What’s most likely the problem?
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The long repeating beep and a dead PC most likely indicate a problem with RAM.
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Question 47 of 50
47. Question
1 pointsDavos finds that a disgruntled former employee decided to sabotage her computer when she left by putting a password in CMOS that stops the computer from booting. What can Davos do to solve this problem?
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Question 48 of 50
48. Question
1 pointsRichard over in the sales department went wild in CMOS and made a bunch of changes that he thought would optimize his PC. Now most of his PC doesn’t work. The computer powers up, but he can only get to CMOS, not into Windows. Which of the following tech call answers would most likely get him up and running again?
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D. Please don’t hand Richard a screwdriver! Having him load Optimized Default settings will most likely do the trick
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Question 49 of 50
49. Question
1 pointsJill boots an older Pentium system that has been the cause of several user complaints at the office. The system powers up and starts to run through POST, but then stops. The screen displays a “CMOS configuration mismatch” error. Of the following list, what is the most likely cause of this error?
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The CMOS battery is likely dying.
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Question 50 of 50
50. Question
1 pointsWhere does Windows store device drivers?
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Windows stores device drivers in the Registry.
See also:
- CompTIA A+ Practice Test & Study Guide 2023 [UPDATED]
- CompTIA A+ Practice Questions 1002 (Answers & Solution) 2023
- CompTIA A+ Practice Questions 1001 (Answers & Solution) 2022
- CompTIA A+ Practice Test 1002 (Questions Answers) 2023
- CompTIA A+ Practice Test 1001 (Questions Answers) 2022