Data Communication MCQs with Answers
Practice important Data Communication MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 104
Q1461:
Fill in the blank: STP provides better performance in environments with ______.
A. slow networks
B. low voltage
C. heavy interference
D. no traffic
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 104
Q1462:
Which of the following is more flexible and easier to install?
A. STP
B. UTP
C. Coaxial
D. Fiber optic
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 104
Q1463:
What kind of shielding is used in STP cables?
A. Plastic wrap
B. Conductive shielding
C. Fiber lining
D. Air tubing
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 104
Q1464:
UTP cables are typically used in which of the following networks?
A. Backbone fiber networks
B. High-frequency radio systems
C. Local Area Networks
D. Satellite uplinks
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 104
Q1465:
Which type of twisted pair cable is best suited for budget-friendly installations?
A. Coaxial
B. UTP
C. STP
D. Fiber optic
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 104
Q1466:
Fill in the blank: STP cables may require ______ to maintain shielding integrity.
A. grounding
B. fiber splicing
C. IP configuration
D. modem settings
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 104
Q1467:
Which of the following is NOT a feature of STP cable?
A. Extra shielding
B. Higher cost
C. High immunity to noise
D. Fiber strands inside
Correct Answer:
D
Chapter: 104
Q1468:
What is one common use of STP cables?
A. Household wiring
B. Wi-Fi antennas
C. Industrial networking
D. Submarine cabling
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 104
Q1469:
UTP cables are commonly found in ______.
A. Audio systems
B. LAN cables
C. TV coaxial connections
D. Satellite receivers
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 104
Q1470:
Which cable has a braided shield or foil shield?
A. Fiber optic
B. STP
C. UTP
D. Coaxial
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 104
Q1471:
What additional requirement does STP cable installation usually need?
A. Higher bandwidth
B. Multiple cores
C. Special grounding
D. Wireless access points
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 104
Q1472:
Which cable type is preferred in areas with minimal electromagnetic interference?
A. UTP
B. STP
C. Coaxial
D. Fiber optic
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 105
Q1473:
What type of signals does a coaxial cable typically carry?
A. Low-frequency signals
B. High-frequency signals
C. Audio signals only
D. Optical signals
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 105
Q1474:
Coaxial cables are commonly used in ______.
A. Wireless routers
B. Television transmission
C. Ethernet switches
D. Fiber networks
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 105
Q1475:
Which of the following is an advantage of coaxial cables?
A. Supports wireless transmission
B. Immune to signal degradation
C. Can carry high-frequency signals
D. Does not need connectors
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 105
Q1476:
Fill in the blank: Coaxial cable carries signals of ______ frequency than twisted pair cable.
A. higher
B. lower
C. equal
D. none of these
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 105
Q1477:
What does a coaxial cable consist of?
A. Single wire only
B. Two twisted copper wires
C. Conductor, insulator, metallic shield, and outer jacket
D. Fiber strands
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 105
Q1478:
Which part of the coaxial cable prevents signal leakage?
A. Plastic jacket
B. Outer insulation
C. Metallic shield
D. Copper conductor
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 105
Q1479:
Coaxial cables are most commonly used for which of the following applications?
A. Mobile charging
B. Television and internet services
C. Keyboard connection
D. Printer connection
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 105
Q1480:
Compared to twisted pair cable, coaxial cable offers ______.
A. Lower bandwidth
B. Higher resistance to interference
C. Less durability
D. Shorter transmission distance
Correct Answer:
B