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Data Communication MCQs with Answers

Practice important Data Communication MCQs with answers and explanations.

Multiple Choice Questions

Q1391: Bandwidth sharing in FHSS is achieved through ______.
  • A: multiple simultaneous transmissions
  • B: taking turns using frequencies
  • C: continuous frequency jamming
  • D: using identical hopping codes
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B

Q1392: Which method spreads the signal across multiple frequencies by hopping between them?
  • A: FDM
  • B: FHSS
  • C: DSSS
  • D: AM
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B

Q1393: Which of the following is true about DSSS?
  • A: It compresses signal to reduce bandwidth
  • B: It increases data rate
  • C: It expands signal using chips
  • D: It reduces security risks
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C

Q1394: In DSSS, what is the sequence used to expand each data bit?
  • A: Hopping code
  • B: Error code
  • C: Spreading code
  • D: Parity check code
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C

Q1395: Which layer are transmission media considered part of in the OSI model?
  • A: Data link layer
  • B: Network layer
  • C: Application layer
  • D: Layer zero
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D

Q1396: What type of media is twisted pair cable classified as?
  • A: Wireless media
  • B: Optical media
  • C: Metallic media
  • D: Non-metallic media
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C

Q1397: Twisted pair and coaxial cables are examples of ______.
  • A: Non-conductive media
  • B: Optical media
  • C: Metallic media
  • D: Wireless media
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C

Q1398: What is the role of transmission media in the OSI model?
  • A: Handle application protocols
  • B: Control data encryption
  • C: Transmit signals between devices
  • D: Manage routing
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C

Q1399: Which of the following is NOT a metallic transmission medium?
  • A: Coaxial cable
  • B: Twisted pair
  • C: Optical fiber cable
  • D: Shielded twisted pair
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C

Q1400: Fill in the blank: Transmission media that use air or vacuum to carry signals are known as ______.
  • A: metallic media
  • B: non-metallic media
  • C: optical media
  • D: free space media
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D

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