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3 Accessories and Peripheral Devices Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 3 Accessories and Peripheral Devices, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions

True or false

1 point

A USB-C connector fits a laptop port, so the connection is guaranteed to support video, fast data, and USB Power Delivery.

A
True
B
False

Choose one

1 point

A laptop and charger both support USB Power Delivery. Which statement best describes how power is supplied?

A
The charger always forces its maximum rated power into the laptop.
B
The compatible equipment negotiates power, and the laptop draws what it needs.
C
The laptop must draw the charger's full rating or it will not charge.
D
The charger can provide power only if its rating exactly matches the laptop's use at every moment.

Fill in the blank

1 point

A hub usually provides basic .

True or false

1 point

A cable that physically fits a laptop port may still lack the data speed, video capability, or power rating a connected accessory needs.

A
True
B
False

Written response

1 point

In Windows, which settings section do you use to add a Bluetooth accessory?

Choose one

1 point

A newly connected accessory is not recognized, and a driver appears to be needed. What is the safest source for that driver?

A
Install a driver from any website that offers one for the device.
B
Use a driver bundled with an unrelated accessory.
C
Install a driver or firmware update from the laptop or accessory manufacturer when needed.
D
Format the laptop's storage before trying any driver.

Fill in the blank

1 point

After pairing a headset, select it as the in sound settings.

Choose all

1 point

You are choosing a dock for a laptop that needs displays and charging. Select all the compatibility details to confirm before buying it.

A
The laptop interface the dock supports.
B
Whether the dock matches the laptop's color.
C
The number and resolution of displays the dock supports.
D
The dock's charging capacity.

Written response

1 point

When connecting a dock to a laptop, what is the name for the dock's specified laptop-facing connection port?

Choose all

1 point

You need an external drive that will be shared among several devices. Select all the relevant factors to compare.

A
Storage capacity.
B
Transfer interface.
C
The laptop's screen size.
D
Compatibility with the devices that will share the drive.

Choose one

1 point

In Windows, where can you arrange connected displays, choose a resolution, and set the desktop to duplicate or extend?

A
Settings > Bluetooth & devices
B
Settings > System > Display
C
Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options
D
Settings > Network & internet

Open ended

1 point

You are choosing a wireless mouse and a headset for a laptop. Explain what you should check before buying them and what you should test after connecting them.

True or false

1 point

A drive prompts you to format it, but you know it contains files you need. Should you format it now?

A
True
B
False

Written response

1 point

Before formatting an external drive that may contain needed files, what precaution should you take?

Choose one

1 point

Which statement best describes the typical difference between a hub and a dock?

A
A hub usually supports displays, wired Ethernet, and power delivery, while a dock only adds basic ports.
B
A hub usually provides basic port expansion; a dock may also support displays, wired Ethernet, and power delivery.
C
A hub and a dock always provide identical features, so their names alone determine compatibility.
D
A dock guarantees support for any laptop as long as its connector fits.

Written response

1 point

In Windows, what settings path do you use to identify and arrange connected displays?

Choose one

1 point

A Bluetooth headset is paired with a Windows laptop, but its microphone is not being used. What should you do next?

A
Pair it again until the headset is automatically selected for every audio role.
B
Set it as the output device only; the microphone input cannot be selected separately.
C
Select it as the sound output and, if needed, as the microphone input in sound settings.
D
Restart the laptop before changing any audio-device settings.

Choose one

1 point

A newly connected accessory remains unrecognized after basic connection checks. If a driver is needed, where should you obtain it?

A
Download a driver from any website that offers one for the device model.
B
Install a driver or firmware from the laptop or accessory manufacturer if needed.
C
Format an attached storage drive so the operating system can identify the device.
D
Use a cable that fits, even if its data capabilities are unknown.

Choose one

1 point

A powered dock is being set up with a laptop. Which sequence best follows the recommended connection process?

A
Connect the dock's power supply as directed, connect the dock to the laptop with its specified upstream port and cable, then attach peripherals.
B
Attach all peripherals first, connect the dock to any laptop port, then connect the dock's power supply.
C
Connect the dock to the laptop using any cable that fits, then connect its power supply only if displays fail.
D
Connect the dock's power supply and peripherals, then wait for the laptop to recognize them before connecting the dock.

Choose one

1 point

A peripheral connected through a dock is not working. Which troubleshooting approach best simplifies the setup and checks likely causes?

A
Keep all devices connected through the dock and repeatedly restart the operating system.
B
Disconnect extra devices, connect the accessory directly to the laptop, try a known-good compatible cable or port, and check power or battery.
C
Format any connected storage drive and then reconnect the accessory through the dock.
D
Install a generic driver before checking the accessory's power, cable, or connection.