A customer comes into a computer part and service store. The customer is looking for a device to help a person with accessibility issues input instructions into a laptop by using a pen. What device should the store owner recommend to accomplish the required task?

  • stylus
What is a good safety precaution to take when opening a computer case?
  • Place tape over the case edges that are sharp.
What are three important considerations when installing a CPU on a motherboard? (Choose three.)
  • The CPU is correctly aligned and placed in the socket.
  • Antistatic precautions are taken.
  • The CPU heat sink and fan assembly are correctly installed.
What does the “A” in P-A-S-S remind a person to do while using a fire extinguisher?
  • Aim the fire extinguisher at the base of the fire.
Which statement describes the purpose of an I/O connector plate?
  • It makes the I/O ports of the motherboard available for connection in a variety of computer cases.
Which two factors must be considered when replacing old RAM modules in a PC? (Choose two.)
  • The new RAM must be compatible with the motherboard.
  • The speed of the new RAM must be supported by the chipset.
A technician is installing a new high-end video adapter card into an expansion slot on a motherboard. What may be needed to operate this video adapter card?
  • Two 8-pin power connectors
A student is looking to add memory in order to speed up a tower computer. Which type of memory module should the student be looking for?
  • DIMM
A technician is replacing a power supply. Which two factors should the technician consider when obtaining the replacement part? (Choose two.)
  • type of case
  • wattage
A technician is installing additional memory in a computer. How can the technician guarantee that the memory is correctly aligned?
  • A notch in the memory module should be aligned with a notch in the memory slot.

A technician has been asked to order a replacement internal SATA HDD. Between which two form factors will the technician have to choose? (Choose two.)

  • 3.5 inches (8.89 cm)
  • 2.5 inches (6.35 cm)
When a new PC is being built, which component has the most influence when selecting the case and power supply?
  • motherboard