Installation Program
Installer/tech – Course Review
Professionalism
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_____________ is obtained by repeat
positive actions on a daily basis
A. Professionalism
B. Customer service
C. Ethos
D. Credentials
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_____________ is obtained by repeat
positive actions on a daily basis
A. Professionalism
B. Customer service
C. Ethos
D. Credentials
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The installer must take responsibility to know,
understand, and _______ all aspects of a job.
A. apply
B. estimate
C. respect
D. communicate
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The installer must take responsibility to know,
understand, and _______ all aspects of a job.
A. apply
B. estimate
C. respect
D. communicate
5
Cable installation companies are dependent
on ________ for new and repeat business.
A. manufacturers
B. distributors
C. customers
D. colleagues
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Cable installation companies are dependent
on ________ for new and repeat business.
A. manufacturers
B. distributors
C. customers
D. colleagues
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Listening carefully, respecting values, & seeking the
understanding of others is all apart of:
A. Advanced troubleshooting
B. Effective communication
C. Best practices
D. Standards compliance
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Listening carefully, respecting values, & seeking the
understanding of others is all apart of:
A. Advanced troubleshooting
B. Effective communication
C. Best practices
D. Standards compliance
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Principles of Transmission
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__________ is the movement of electrical energy
in the form of electrical signals from point to point.
A. Apparent power
B. Performance
C. Interference
D. Transmission
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__________ is the movement of electrical energy
in the form of electrical signals from point to point.
A. Apparent power
B. Performance
C. Interference
D. Transmission
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The number of cycles a signal is repeated in a
given time is known as:
A. Full Duplex
B. Frequency
C. Modulization
D. Mbps
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The number of cycles a signal is repeated in a
given time is known as:
A. Full Duplex
B. Frequency
C. Modulization
D. Mbps
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If 60 cycles in 1s is 60 Hz, then 1,000,000
cycles in 1s is:
A. 1 Kilohertz (KHz)
B. 1 Megahertz (MHz)
C. 1 Gigahertz (GHz)
D. 1 Terahertz (THz)
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If 60 cycles in 1s is 60 Hz, then 1,000,000
cycles in 1s is:
A. 1 Kilohertz (KHz)
B. 1 Megahertz (MHz)
C. 1 Gigahertz (GHz)
D. 1 Terahertz (THz)
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The formula for calculating true power is:
A. A = πr²
B. E=MC²
C. V=IR
D. P=VI
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The formula for calculating true power is:
A. A = πr²
B. E=MC²
C. V=IR
D. P=VI
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The basic unit of measurement for
capacitance is a _________.
A. Henry
B. Farad
C. Ampere
D. Ohm
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The basic unit of measurement for
capacitance is a _________.
A. Henry
B. Farad
C. Ampere
D. Ohm
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A gauge change of three numbers approximately
______ or ______ a conductors cross sectional
area.
A. doubles or triples
B. decreases or weakens
C. increases or strengthens
D. doubles or halves
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A gauge change of three numbers approximately
______ or ______ a conductors cross sectional
area.
A. doubles or triples
B. decreases or weakens
C. increases or strengthens
D. doubles or halves
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Copper Cabling Media
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The property of a conductor that opposes any
change in current flow because of an
electromagnetic field is _________.
A. Resistance
B. Impedance
C. Inductance
D. Capacitance
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The property of a conductor that opposes any
change in current flow because of an
electromagnetic field is _________.
A. Resistance
B. Impedance
C. Inductance
D. Capacitance
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The 100 Ohm characteristic impedance of a UTP
cable will remain the same if the length is double or
tripled at 100 Mhz.
A. True
B. False
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The 100 Ohm characteristic impedance of a UTP
cable will remain the same if the length is double or
tripled at 100 Mhz.
A. True
B. False
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The ratio of power of the outgoing signal to the
power of the reflected signal (expressed in
decibels) is called ___________.
A. NVP
B. Insertion Loss
C. Return Loss
D. Attenuation
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The ratio of power of the outgoing signal to the
power of the reflected signal (expressed in
decibels) is called ___________.
A. NVP
B. Insertion Loss
C. Return Loss
D. Attenuation
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Untwisting of pairs in a UTP cable can affect
inductance between conductors.
A. True
B. False
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Untwisting of pairs in a UTP cable can affect
inductance between conductors.
A. True
B. False
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What color is the 15th pair of a twenty-five
pair cable?
A. White-orange
B. Black-slate
C. Yellow-brown
D. Red-green
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What color is the 15th pair of a twenty-five
pair cable?
A. White-orange
B. Black-slate
C. Yellow-brown
D. Red-green
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The unwanted transfer of a signal’s electromagnetic
energy from one or more circuits is called _______.
A. Crosstalk
B. Propagation Delay
C. Attenuation
D. Feedback
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The unwanted transfer of a signal’s electromagnetic
energy from one or more circuits is called _______.
A. Crosstalk
B. Propagation Delay
C. Attenuation
D. Feedback
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8P8C stands for:
A. 8 Position 8 Conductor
B. 8 Pin 8 Contact
C. 8 Position 8 Contact
D. 8 Pin 8 Conductor
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8P8C stands for:
A. 8 Position 8 Conductor
B. 8 Pin 8 Contact
C. 8 Position 8 Contact
D. 8 Pin 8 Conductor
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75 Ohm Series 6 coaxial cable is primarily
used for backbone cabling.
A. True
B. False
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75 Ohm Series 6 coaxial cable is primarily
used for backbone cabling.
A. True
B. False
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Optical Fiber Cabling Media
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The cladding size of OS 1 (single-mode ISP)
optical fiber is _______.
A. 9 µm
B. 62.5 µm
C. 125 µm
D. 250 µm
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The cladding size of OS 1 (single-mode ISP)
optical fiber is _______.
A. 9 µm
B. 62.5 µm
C. 125 µm
D. 250 µm
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The cladding size of OM 1 (multi-mode)
optical fiber is _______.
A. 9 µm
B. 62.5 µm
C. 125 µm
D. 250 µm
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The cladding size of OM 1 (multi-mode)
optical fiber is _______.
A. 9 µm
B. 62.5 µm
C. 125 µm
D. 250 µm
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Which type of optical fiber is used for OSP
installations and allows the cable jacket to expand
or contract with temperature fluctuations?
A. Loose-tube
B. Tight-buffer
C. Buffer-tube Fan-out
D. Righty-tighty Lefty-loosey
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Which type of optical fiber is used for OSP
installations and allows the cable jacket to expand
or contract with temperature fluctuations?
A. Loose-tube
B. Tight-buffer
C. Buffer-tube Fan-out
D. Righty-tighty Lefty-loosey
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The most common diameter of tight-buffer
optical fiber strand is _____.
A. 250 µm
B. 850 µm
C. 900 µm
D. 1300 µm
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The most common diameter of tight-buffer
optical fiber strand is _____.
A. 250 µm
B. 850 µm
C. 900 µm
D. 1300 µm
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Which sheath listing describes an optical fiber cable
that is shielded and usable in a plenum airspace?
A. OFCP
B. OFNR
C. OFCR
D. OFNP
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Which sheath listing describes an optical fiber cable
that is shielded and usable in a plenum airspace?
A. OFCP
B. OFNR
C. OFCR
D. OFNP
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What type of single-mode fiber has a sheath
color of red?
A. Outside plant
B. Dispersion shifted
C. Inside plant
D. Polarization maintaining
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What type of single-mode fiber has a sheath
color of red?
A. Outside plant - Black
B. Dispersion shifted
C. Inside plant - Yellow
D. Polarization maintaining - Blue
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What type of dispersion results in different lengths
of light paths as they propagate from the source to
the receiver?
A. Chromatic
B. Monochromatic
C. Distortion
D. Modal
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What type of dispersion results in different lengths
of light paths as they propagate from the source to
the receiver?
A. Chromatic
B. Monochromatic
C. Distortion
D. Modal
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The IOR (Index of Refraction) is greater in the core
than in the cladding. This allows the signal to
“reflect” and propagate through the fiber.
A. True
B. False
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The IOR (Index of Refraction) is greater in the core
than in the cladding. This allows the signal to
“reflect” and propagate through the fiber.
A. True
B. False
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The bend radius for intrabuilding optical fiber
during installation is ___________________.
A. 50 mm (2 in)
B. 15 times the outside diameter
C. 20 times the outside diameter
D. 25 times the outside diameter
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The bend radius for intrabuilding optical fiber
during installation is ___________________.
A. 50 mm (2 in) – optical fiber (up to 4 strands)
B. 10 times the outside diameter
C. 20 times the outside diameter
D. 25 times the outside diameter
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Some optical fibers use a third layer of glass,
known as the trench or moat, which surrounds
the core. This fiber is known as:
A. Bend insensitive
B. Dispersion shifted
C. Laser optimized
D. Low smoke zero halogen
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Some optical fibers use a third layer of glass,
known as the trench or moat, which surrounds
the core. This fiber is known as:
A. Bend insensitive
B. Dispersion shifted
C. Laser optimized
D. Low smoke zero halogen
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An LC connector is classified as a ________.
A. Subscriber connector (SC)
B. Straight-tip connector (ST)
C. Multifiber Push-on (MPO)
D. Small-form Factor (SFF)
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An LC connector is classified as a ________.
A. Subscriber connector (SC)
B. Straight-tip connector (ST)
C. Multifiber Push-on (MPO)
D. Small-form Factor (SFF)
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Codes, Standards, & Regulations
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Once a code is adopted or ratified by a government
or other formally authorized body, it
can be legally enforced by an:
A. Fire marshal
B. Building inspector
C. Electrical inspector
D. All of the above
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Once a code is adopted or ratified by a
government or other formally authorized
body, it can be legally enforced by an:
A. Fire marshal
B. Building inspector
C. Electrical inspector
D. All of the above
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Designers and installers must have a thorough
knowledge of the applicable sections of
_______ that legally affect telecommunications.
A. codes
B. recommendations
C. electromagnetic interference
D. parameters
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Designers and installers must have a thorough
knowledge of the applicable sections of
_______ that legally affect telecommunications.
A. codes
B. recommendations
C. electromagnetic interference
D. parameters
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As with most standards, telecommunications,
ICT, and ESS standards are typically
________ adopted
A. voluntarily
B. unanimously
C. globally
D. seasonally
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As with most standards, telecommunications,
ICT, and ESS standards are typically
________ adopted
A. voluntarily
B. unanimously
C. globally
D. seasonally
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Structured Cabling Systems
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The two types of backbone cables are
referred to as _______ and _________.
A. single-mode and multi-mode
B. interbuilding and intrabuilding
C. vertical and horizontal
D. loose-tube and tight-buffered
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The two types of backbone cables are
referred to as _______ and _________.
A. single-mode and multi-mode
B. interbuilding and intrabuilding
C. vertical and horizontal
D. loose-tube and tight-buffered
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Sub system 3 backbones consist of cables
installed between:
A. MC (CD) and IC (BD)
B. MC (CD) and HC (FD)
C. MC (CD) and DEMARC
D. All of the above
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Sub system 3 backbones consist of cables
installed between:
A. MC (CD) and IC (BD)
B. MC (CD) and HC (FD)
C. MC (CD) and DEMARC
D. All of the above
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Sub system 2 backbones consist of cables
installed between:
A. MC (CD) and IC (BD)
B. IC (BD) and HC (FD)
C. IC (BD) and DEMARC
D. B and C
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Sub system 2 backbones consist of cables
installed between:
A. MC (CD) and IC (BD)
B. IC (BD) and HC (FD)
C. IC (BD) and DEMARC
D. B and C
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The maximum allowed horizontal (sub system
1) length of an optical fiber cable is ______.
A. 90 m (295 ft)
B. 160 m (525 ft)
C. 200 m (656 ft)
D. 260 m (850 ft)
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The maximum allowed horizontal (sub system
1) length of an optical fiber cable is ______.
A. 90 m (295 ft)
B. 160 m (525 ft)
C. 200 m (656 ft)
D. 260 m (850 ft)
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The horizontal cabling provided to each
individual work area SHALL consist of:
A. Two 4-pair 100 Ohm cables (Cat 5e minimum)
B. Two strands of 50µm OM3 and one 4-Pair 100
Ohm cable (Cat 5e minimum)
C. Two strands of OS1 single-mode and one 4-Pair
100 Ohm cable (Cat 5e minimum)
D. All of the above
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The horizontal cabling provided to each
individual work area SHALL consist of:
A. Two 4-pair 100 Ohm cables (Cat 5e minimum)
B. Two strands of 50µm OM3 and one 4-Pair 100
Ohm cable (Cat 5e minimum)
C. Two strands of OS1 single-mode and one 4-Pair
100 Ohm cable (Cat 5e minimum)
D. All of the above
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The connection between a backbone cable
and a horizontal cable is called a _________.
A. interconnect
B. cross-connect
C. demarcation point
D. cable connection point
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The connection between a backbone cable
and a horizontal cable is called a _________.
A. interconnect
B. cross-connect
C. demarcation point
D. cable connection point
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Stranded conductors have 20% more attenuation
for 24 AWG and 50% more for 26 AWG than solid
conductors do for the same gauges.
A. True
B. False
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Stranded conductors have 20% more attenuation
for 24 AWG and 50% more for 26 AWG than solid
conductors do for the same gauges.
A. True
B. False
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For cross-connect fields, the color code for a
Network connection is _______.
A. Orange
B. Green
C. Blue
D. Purple
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For cross-connect fields, the color code for a
Network connection is _______.
A. Orange
B. Green
C. Blue
D. Purple
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During a project, documenting the details related to
the infrastructure and equipment in a logical way is
known as:
A. organizing
B. recordkeeping
C. estimating
D. proposing
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During a project, documenting the details related to
the infrastructure and equipment in a logical way is
known as:
A. organizing
B. recordkeeping
C. estimating
D. proposing
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What is an example of a basic system for
recordkeeping?
A. Memorization
B. Milk crates
C. Spreadsheets
D. Map IT G2
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What is an example of a basic system for
recordkeeping?
A. Memorization
B. Milk crates
C. Spreadsheets
D. Map IT G2
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By using a consolidation point (CP) you can extend
the maximum length of a horizontal cable run
greater than 90m (295 ft)
A. True
B. False
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By using a consolidation point (CP) you can extend
the maximum length of a horizontal cable run
greater than 90m (295 ft)
A. True
B. False
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In TR’s, jumpers and cords SHALL not exceed 5 m
(16.5 ft) for 24 AWG and 4 m (13 ft) for 26 AWG.
A. True
B. False
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In TR’s, jumpers and cords SHALL not exceed 5 m
(16.5 ft) for 24 AWG and 4 m (13 ft) for 26 AWG.
A. True
B. False
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There are ___ classes of administration of
SCS.
A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8
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There are ___ classes of administration of
SCS.
A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8
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A Class 2 SCS would be
a________________.
A. Single site with multiple buildings and
Telecommunication spaces
B. Single site with one telecommunication space
C. Remote site with single telecommunication space
D. Single site with multiple telecommunications
spaces
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A Class 2 SCS would be
a________________.
A. Single site with multiple buildings and
Telecommunication spaces
B. Single site with one telecommunication space
C. Remote site with single telecommunication space
D. Single site with multiple telecommunications
spaces
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The recommended topology for SCS
backbone cabling is:
A. Dual-Ring
B. Star
C. Hierarchical star
D. Tree
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The recommended topology for SCS
backbone cabling is:
A. Dual-Ring
B. Star
C. Hierarchical star
D. Tree
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Telecommunications Spaces
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The primary purpose of a Entrance Facility
(EF) is:
A. To provide a demarcation point for SP’s
B. House the transition of OSP cabling
C. Both A & B
D. None of the above
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The primary purpose of a Entrance Facility
(EF) is:
A. To provide a demarcation point for SP’s
B. House the transition of OSP cabling
C. Both A & B
D. None of the above
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Which EF is most economical over the life
cycle of a building?
A. Underground
B. Tunnel
C. Direct Buried
D. Aerial
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Which EF is most economical over the life
cycle of a building?
A. Underground
B. Tunnel
C. Direct Buried
D. Aerial
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An Equipment Room (ER) ____________.
A. serves an entire building, campus, or customer.
B. is considered to be floor serving as opposed to
building serving
C. is limited to serving a limited space up to 3600 ft²
D. shall not be used in place of a TR
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An Equipment Room (ER) ____________.
A. serves an entire building, campus, or customer.
B. is considered to be floor serving as opposed to
building serving
C. is limited to serving a limited space up to 3600 ft²
D. shall not be used in place of a TR
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A Telecommunications Room (TR)
____________.
A. serves an entire building, campus, or customer.
B. is considered to be floor serving as opposed to
building serving
C. is limited to serving a limited space up to 3600 ft²
D. shall not be used in place of a TR
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A Telecommunications Room (TR)
____________.
A. serves an entire building, campus, or customer.
B. is considered to be floor serving as opposed to
building serving
C. is limited to serving a limited space up to 3600 ft²
D. shall not be used in place of a TR
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The size of a typical work area is 10m² (100
ft²)
A. True
B. False
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The size of a typical work area is 10m² (100
ft²)
A. True
B. False
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Space Preparation & Cabling
Support Systems
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2 Post racks are typically 7 ft high, and ____
or _____ inches wide.
A. 18 or 24
B. 19 or 23
C. 20 or 26
D. 22 or 28
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2 Post racks are typically 7 ft high, and ____
or _____ inches wide.
A. 18 or 24
B. 19 or 23
C. 20 or 26
D. 22 or 28
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Fall protection is required whenever a person is
exposed to a fall hazard greater than
__________.
A. 1 m (3.3 ft)
B. 2 m (6.6 ft)
C. 3 m (9.8 ft)
D. 4 m (13 ft)
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Fall protection is required whenever a person is
exposed to a fall hazard greater than
__________.
A. 1 m (3.3 ft)
B. 2 m (6.6 ft)
C. 3 m (9.8 ft)
D. 4 m (13 ft)
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What is the minimum clearance of isle space
between and around equipment in
telecommunication spaces?
A. 1 m (3.3 ft)
B. 2 m (6.6 ft)
C. 3 m (9.8 ft)
D. 4 m (13 ft)
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What is the minimum clearance of isle space
between and around equipment in
telecommunication spaces?
A. 1 m (3.3 ft)
B. 2 m (6.6 ft)
C. 3 m (9.8 ft)
D. 4 m (13 ft)
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How many walls in a TR are recommended to
have plywood installed on them?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. None
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How many walls in a TR are recommended to
have plywood installed on them?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. None
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What grade of plywood should be used in
TRs?
A. A/B
B. B/C
C. A/C
D. C/D
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What grade of plywood should be used in
TRs?
A. A/B
B. B/C
C. A/C
D. C/D
122
BICSI does not recommend PVC conduit to be
used inside buildings
A. True
B. False
123
BICSI does not recommend PVC conduit to be
used inside buildings
A. True
B. False
124
Of the following, which conduit is made of the
thickest gauge metal?
A. EMT
B. ENT
C. RMC
D. IMC
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Of the following, which conduit is made of the
thickest gauge metal?
A. EMT
B. ENT
C. RMC
D. IMC
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The maximum fill ratio for installations of
conduits is _____ percent.
A. 30
B. 60
C. 52
D. 40
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The maximum fill ratio for installations of
conduits is _____ percent.
A. 30
B. 60
C. 52
D. 40
128
Which conduit orientation terminates in a
horizontal orientation?
A. Stub out
B. Stub up
C. Stub top
D. Stub down
129
Which conduit orientation terminates in a
horizontal orientation?
A. Stub out
B. Stub up
C. Stub top
D. Stub down
130
Three common types of conduit bodies are:
A. Elbow out, elbow in, elbow up
B. Inside elbow, outside elbow, topside elbow
C. Internal elbow, external elbow, median elbow
D. Elbow right, elbow left, elbow back
131
Three common types of conduit bodies are:
A. Elbow out, elbow in, elbow up
B. Inside elbow, outside elbow, topside elbow
C. Internal elbow, external elbow, median elbow
D. Elbow right, elbow left, elbow back
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To support continuous raceways, a trapeze support
system can be made by using two _______ and a
section of _________.
A. guy-wires / conduit hanger
B. drop wires / basket raceway
C. all-thread rods / channel stock
D. wall supports / guy-wire
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To support continuous raceways, a trapeze support
system can be made by using two _______ and a
section of _________.
A. guy-wires / conduit hanger
B. drop wires / basket raceway
C. all-thread rods / channel stock
D. wall supports / guy-wire
134
The two forms of innerducts listed in the
ITSIMM are:
A. fabric and tube
B. corrugated and insulated
C. Continuous and non-continuous
D. flexible and rigid
135
The two forms of innerducts listed in the
ITSIMM are:
A. fabric and tube
B. corrugated and insulated
C. Continuous and non-continuous
D. flexible and rigid
136
A j-hook is an example of what kind of cable
support?
A. Open-top / non-continuous
B. Open-top / continuous
C. Open structure / continuous
D. Metallic flexible hooks
137
A j-hook is an example of what kind of cable
support?
A. Open-top / non-continuous
B. Open-top / continuous
C. Open structure / continuous
D. Metallic flexible hooks
138
Safety
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First aid is the treatment that can be given before
emergency medical services can be obtained.
A. True
B. False
140
First aid is the treatment that can be given before
emergency medical services can be obtained.
A. True
B. False
141
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is the
emergency procedure used on someone who is not
breathing and whose suffered cardiac arrest.
A. True
B. False
142
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is the
emergency procedure used on someone who is not
breathing and whose suffered cardiac arrest.
A. True
B. False
143
First aid procedures for the exposure to
hazardous substances can be found in:
A. Request for proposal (RFP)
B. Safety data sheets (SDS)
C. Scope of Work (SOW)
D. Bill of material (BOM)
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First aid procedures for the exposure to
hazardous substances can be found in:
A. Request for proposal (RFP)
B. Safety data sheets (SDS)
C. Scope of Work (SOW)
D. Bill of material (BOM)
145
The ABC’s of performing a primary survey of
an injured person stand for:
A. Arteries, bronchial, cardiac
B. Arms, back, chest
C. Alert, brace, check
D. Airway, breathing, circulation
146
The ABC’s of performing a primary survey of
an injured person stand for:
A. Arteries, bronchial, cardiac
B. Arms, back, chest
C. Alert, brace, check
D. Airway, breathing, circulation
147
The PPE that an installer is required to wear
when performing a task depends on the:
A. Hazards of the task
B. Hazards at the work site
C. Local, state, and national safety requirements
D. All of the above
148
The PPE that an installer is required to wear
when performing a task depends on the:
A. Hazards of the task
B. Hazards at the work site
C. Local, state, and national safety requirements
D. All of the above
149
In addition to offering impact protection, certain
classes of hard hats can protect the head from
electrical shock.
A. True
B. False
150
In addition to offering impact protection, certain
classes of hard hats can protect the head from
electrical shock.
A. True
B. False
151
Bonding & Grounding
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The device of an AC Grounding Electrode system
that establishes an electrical connection with earth
is the ___________.
A. AC Equipment Ground (ACEG)
B. Telecommunications Bonding Conductor (TBC)
C. Grounding Electrode Conductor (GEC)
D. Grounding Electrode (GE)
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The device of an AC Grounding Electrode system
that establishes an electrical connection with earth
is the ___________.
A. AC Equipment Ground (ACEG)
B. Telecommunications Bonding Conductor (TBC)
C. Grounding Electrode Conductor (GEC)
D. Grounding Electrode (GE)
154
The purpose of the equipment grounding
(earthing) system is to:
A. Establish a 0-volt reference for AC electrical power
systems
B. Maintain 0-volt on all equipment enclosures during
normal operations
C. Equalize potential between metallic surfaces within
entrance facilities
D. All the above
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The purpose of the equipment grounding
(earthing) system is to:
A. Establish a 0-volt reference for AC electrical power
systems
B. Maintain 0-volt on all equipment enclosures during
normal operations
C. Equalize potential between metallic surfaces within
entrance facilities
D. All the above
156
The PBB serves as the dedicated extension of
the ___________ for the telecommunications
bonding infrastructure
A. primary bonding busbar
B. ac grounding (earthing) electrode system
C. Equipment Grounding (Earthing) System
D. Primary protector system
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The PBB serves as the dedicated extension of
the ___________ for the telecommunications
bonding infrastructure
A. primary bonding busbar
B. ac grounding (earthing) electrode system
C. Equipment Grounding (Earthing) System
D. Primary protector system
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Which of the following is likely NOT a part of
a small telecommunication bonding system?
A. PBB
B. TEBC
C. TBC
D. TBB
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Which of the following is likely NOT a part of
a small telecommunication bonding system?
A. PBB
B. TEBC
C. TBC
D. TBB
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In lieu of installing the TBB between the
floors, a bonding conductor may be provided
from each SBB to _________ if accessible.
A. BBC
B. Building steel
C. Cable raceway on the same floor
D. Grounding electrode conductor
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In lieu of installing the TBB between the
floors, a bonding conductor may be provided
from each SBB to _________ if accessible.
A. BBC
B. Building steel
C. Cable raceway on the same floor
D. Grounding electrode conductor
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The TBC connection between the grounding
electrode system and the PBB should be
within _______ to limit the impedance of the
conductor.
A. 1 m (3.3 ft)
B. 3.5 (10 ft)
C. 6.1 m (20 ft)
D. 15.24 (50 ft)
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The TBC connection between the grounding
electrode system and the PBB should be
within _______ to limit the impedance of the
conductor.
A. 1 m (3.3 ft)
B. 3.5 (10 ft)
C. 6.1 m (20 ft)
D. 15.24 (50 ft)
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Standards such as _______ recommend that
a BBC be made on every third floor and the
top floor of multi-story structures.
A. TIA-606-B
B. TIA-607-C
C. NFPA 780
D. NEC 250-2
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Standards such as _______ recommend that
a BBC be made on every third floor and the
top floor of multi-story structures.
A. TIA-606-B
B. TIA-607-C
C. NFPA 780
D. NEC 250-2
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Telecommunications circuit protectors are
required by various codes for the function of
A. Arresting surges that come from exposed circuit pairs
B. Limiting damage caused by a fault in the equipment
grounding system
C. Providing a path to the equipment grounding system
D. Equalizing ground potential rise
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Telecommunications circuit protectors are
required by various codes for the function of
A. Arresting surges that come from exposed circuit pairs
B. Limiting damage caused by a fault in the equipment
grounding system
C. Providing a path to the equipment grounding system
D. Equalizing ground potential rise
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Pulling Cables
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The use of a swivel installed between the pull string
or rope and the cable will minimize cable twisting.
A. True
B. False
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The use of a swivel installed between the pull string
or rope and the cable will minimize cable twisting.
A. True
B. False
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High pair-count copper cables should be
ordered with a factory-equipped ________.
A. tracer wire
B. pulling eye
C. connector end
D. splice housing
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High pair-count copper cables should be
ordered with a factory-equipped ________.
A. tracer wire
B. pulling eye
C. connector end
D. splice housing
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What is the minimum bend radius for
balanced twisted multi-pair cable?
A. 4 times
B. 6 times
C. 10 times
D. 20 times
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What is the minimum bend radius for
balanced twisted multi-pair cable?
A. 4 times
B. 6 times
C. 10 times
D. 20 times
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Picking up used pull strings, storing cable, &
disposing of all personal items, is an example of
__________.
A. Cable installation preparation
B. Administration and close-out duties
C. Identifying pull-points
D. Effective communication
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Picking up used pull strings, storing cable, &
disposing of all personal items, is an example of
__________.
A. Cable installation preparation
B. Administration and close-out duties
C. Identifying pull-points
D. Effective communication
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The first step in Pulling Cable Set-up is:
A. Set-up pull string or rope
B. Post floor plans
C. Secure the area
D. Identify pull points
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The first step in Pulling Cable Set-up is:
A. Set-up pull string or rope
B. Post floor plans
C. Secure the area
D. Identify pull points
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No more than _____ 90-degree bends are
permitted per ≈30 m (100 ft) if in conduit.
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
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No more than _____ 90-degree bends are
permitted per ≈30 m (100 ft) if in conduit.
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
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A conduit with an internal diameter of 50 mm (2 in)
or less must maintain a bend radius of
at ______ the internal conduit diameter.
A. 4 times
B. 6 times
C. 10 times
D. 12 times
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A conduit with an internal diameter of 50 mm (2 in)
or less must maintain a bend radius of
at ______ the internal conduit diameter.
A. 4 times
B. 6 times
C. 10 times
D. 12 times
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The ITSIMM recommends marking cables
______ from the ends.
A. 203 mm (8 in)
B. 406 mm (16 in)
C. 1 m (3.3 ft)
D. 2 m (6.56 ft)
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The ITSIMM recommends marking cables
______ from the ends.
A. 203 mm (8 in)
B. 406 mm (16 in)
C. 1 m (3.3 ft)
D. 2 m (6.56 ft)
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What sheath listing should be used if the ceiling
space is used as an environmental air plenum?
A. CM
B. CMG
C. CMR
D. CMP
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What sheath listing should be used if the ceiling
space is used as an environmental air plenum?
A. CM
B. CMG
C. CMR
D. CMP
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Work area outlet heights are often installed at
___________________ AFF.
A. 152 mm (6 in) to 254 mm (10 in)
B. 203 mm (8 in) to 305 mm(12 in)
C. 305 mm (12 in) to 406 mm (16 in)
D. 375 mm (15 in) to 450 mm (18 in)
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Work area outlet heights are often installed at
___________________ AFF.
A. 152 mm (6 in) to 254 mm (10 in)
B. 203 mm (8 in) to 305 mm(12 in)
C. 305 mm (12 in) to 406 mm (16 in)
D. 375 mm (15 in) to 450 mm (18 in)
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When pulling backbone cabling in a vertical bottomup pull, using a swivel with a shear pin is
recommended.
A. True
B. False
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When pulling backbone cabling in a vertical bottomup pull, using a swivel with a shear pin is
recommended.
A. True
B. False
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A ________ is a type of temporary restraining
method for installing cables vertically.
A. pulling eye
B. cable raceway
C. D-ring
D. rolling hitch
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A ________ is a type of temporary restraining
method for installing cables vertically.
A. pulling eye
B. cable raceway
C. D-ring
D. rolling hitch
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The bend radius for intrabuilding optical fiber
during installation is ___________________.
A. 50 mm (2 in)
B. 10 times the outside diameter
C. 20 times the outside diameter
D. 25 times the outside diameter
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The bend radius for intrabuilding optical fiber
during installation is ___________________.
A. 50 mm (2 in) – optical fiber (up to 4 strands)
B. 10 times the outside diameter
C. 20 times the outside diameter
D. 25 times the outside diameter
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The preferred method for pulling tight
buffered cables is to __________________.
A. tie to a pulling eye
B. use three half hitches around the cable sheath
C. tie to the aramid yarn
D. use the central strength member
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The preferred method for pulling tight
buffered cables is to __________________.
A. tie to a pulling eye
B. use three half hitches around the cable sheath
C. tie to the aramid yarn
D. use the central strength member
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In the TR, the optical fiber cable service loop should
reach the farthest corner, plus floor to ceiling. An
additional _____ should be stored in the cabinet.
A. 1 m (3.3 ft)
B. 1.52 m (5 ft)
C. 3 m (10 ft)
D. 4.57 m (15 ft)
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In the TR, the optical fiber cable service loop should
reach the farthest corner, plus floor to ceiling. An
additional _____ should be stored in the cabinet.
A. 1 m (3.3 ft) – At outlet
B. 1.52 m (5 ft)
C. 3 m (10 ft)
D. 4.57 m (15 ft)
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Cable Terminations
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What is the first step to perform pretermination functions?
A. Review contract documents
B. Organize cable by destination
C. Form and dress cable
D. Determine the length of slack required
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What is the first step to perform pretermination functions?
A. Review contract documents
B. Organize cable by destination
C. Form and dress cable
D. Determine the length of slack required
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When installing horizontal cable to a work area
outlet, ___ of slack should be left after termination.
A. 152 mm (6”)
B. 203 mm (8”)
C. 305 mm (12”)
D. 406 mm (16”)
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When installing horizontal cable to a work area
outlet, ___ of slack should be left after termination.
A. 152 mm (6”)
B. 203 mm (8”)
C. 305 mm (12”)
D. 406 mm (16”)
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Twisted-pair cable requires an
________________________ connection.
A. APC
B. UPC
C. IDC
D. IPC
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Twisted-pair cable requires an
________________________ connection.
A. APC – angled physical contact (optical fiber)
B. UPC – ultra physical contact (optical fiber)
C. IDC – insulation displacement contact
D. IPC – insulation piercing contact
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Match the tool with the termination hardware
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Match the tool with the termination hardware
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When stripping series 6 cable, how much length of
conductor and dielectric should be exposed?
A. 6.3 mm (0.25 in)
B. 8.4 mm (0.33 in)
C. 12.7 mm (0.50 in)
D. 19 mm (0.75 in)
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When stripping series 6 cable, how much length of
conductor and dielectric should be exposed?
A. 6.3 mm (0.25 in)
B. 8.4 mm (0.33 in)
C. 12.7 mm (0.50 in)
D. 19 mm (0.75 in)
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For cord management, how much space is
recommended for horizontal cable
management on a rack?
A. One RU : two RU patch panel
B. One RU : four RU patch panel
C. Two RU : two RU patch panel
D. Two RU : four RU patch panel
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For cord management, how much space is
recommended for horizontal cable
management on a rack?
A. One RU : two RU patch panel
B. One RU : four RU patch panel
C. Two RU : two RU patch panel
D. Two RU : four RU patch panel
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Testing Copper Media
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Which phase of testing should include an
inspection of all pathways and spaces?
A. Phase 1
B. Phase 2
C. Phase 3
D. Phase 4
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Which phase of testing should include an
inspection of all pathways and spaces?
A. Phase 1
B. Phase 2
C. Phase 3
D. Phase 4
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Which phase of testing is often the most
neglected?
A. Phase 1 – Specification & visual verification
B. Phase 2 – Testing with various equipment
C. Phase 3 – Documentation
D. Phase 4 – Labeling
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Which phase of testing is often the most
neglected?
A. Phase 1 – Specification & visual verification
B. Phase 2 – Testing with various equipment
C. Phase 3 – Documentation
D. Phase 4 – Labeling
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When performing a wire map/continuity test
utilizing a pair scanner, what is the first step?
A. Calibrate the test set
B. Enter the test limit criteria for the system under test
C. Disconnect any active equipment from both ends of
the cabling
D. Attach a pair scanner to one end of cabling
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When performing a wire map/continuity test
utilizing a pair scanner, what is the first step?
A. Calibrate the test set
B. Enter the test limit criteria for the system under test
C. Disconnect any active equipment from both ends of
the cabling
D. Attach a pair scanner to one end of cabling
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What type of mis-wire does the following
568A test result illustrate?
A. Transposed pair
B. Split pair
C. Crossed pair
D. Reversed polarity
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What type of mis-wire does the following
568A test result illustrate?
A. Transposed pair
B. Split pair
C. Crossed pair
D. Reversed polarity
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Certification test sets are used to verify that
an ICT cabling system meets the
transmission performance requirements as
specified in the applicable standard.
A. True
B. False
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Certification test sets are used to verify that
an ICT cabling system meets the
transmission performance requirements as
specified in the applicable standard.
A. True
B. False
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A series 6 cable has 10-ohm max resistance
per 300 ft. If you test the system with an
ohm meter and a 75-ohm resistor, what
should your meter read?
A. 10 ohms
B. 30 ohms
C. 75 ohms
D. 85 ohms
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A series 6 cable has 10-ohm max resistance
per 300 ft. If you test the system with an
ohm meter and a 75-ohm resistor, what
should your meter read?
A. 10 ohms
B. 30 ohms
C. 75 ohms
D. 85 ohms
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According to the ITSIMM, what is the first
step when troubleshooting a cabling system?
A. Contact end user before starting work and ask specific
questions
B. Perform a visual inspection
C. Gather relevant information
D. Perform repair work
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According to the ITSIMM, what is the first
step when troubleshooting a cabling system?
A. Contact end user before starting work and ask specific
questions
B. Perform a visual inspection
C. Gather relevant information
D. Perform repair work
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The acronym VIRT stands for Verify, _____,
Repair, Test.
A. Identify
B. Isolate
C. Interpret
D. Interject
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The acronym VIRT stands for Verify, _____,
Repair, Test.
A. Identify
B. Isolate
C. Interpret
D. Interject
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Firestopping Practices
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The most common fire protection principal is:
1. Compartmentation
2. Detection
3. Annunciation
4. Suppression
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The most common fire protection principal is:
1. Compartmentation
2. Detection
3. Annunciation
4. Suppression
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A listed assembly is based on the: Fire barrier
type, ________, Penetrating item(s), and
firestop material(s).
A. Mechanics
B. Rating
C. Design
D. Construction
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A listed assembly is based on the: Fire barrier
type, ________, Penetrating item(s), and
firestop material(s).
A. Mechanics
B. Rating
C. Design
D. Construction
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This type of firestop system absorbs heat,
which prevents the temperature from rising
on the other side of the fire barrier.
A. Intumescent
B. Endothermic
C. Ablative
D. Elastomeric
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This type of firestop system absorbs heat,
which prevents the temperature from rising
on the other side of the fire barrier.
A. Intumescent
B. Endothermic
C. Ablative
D. Elastomeric
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This type of firestop system develops a hard
char that allows a soft firestop to become
rigid to help it withstand high-pressure gases
and the force from a hose stream.
A. Intumescent
B. Endothermic
C. Ablative
D. Elastomeric
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This type of firestop system develops a hard
char that allows a soft firestop to become
rigid to help it withstand high-pressure gases
and the force from a hose stream.
A. Intumescent
B. Endothermic
C. Ablative
D. Elastomeric
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What does BICSI stand for?
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What does BICSI stand for?
Building Industry Consultants Services
International
•Lead the information and communications technology industry
with excellence in publications, education and knowledge
assessment.
•Formed in 1977
•Serves over 25,000 members globally
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