CompTIA A+ Question C-26

Which of the following cable types should always be used through life safety areas?

A. PVC
B. Plenum
C. STP
D. Fiber

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Plenum cable is fire retardant. That’s why it should be used through life safety areas. It doesn’t produce hazardous smoke when burned.

CompTIA A+ Question B-43

New cabling has to be installed in a hospital with a very strict fire code. Which of the following materials would MOST likely be related to this requirement?

A. Fiber Optic
B. PVC
C. Shielded Twisted Pair
D. Plenum

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
Plenum is a fire retardant cable with protective sheath. Therefore it is the best choice to use in a facility that uses strict fire code.

CompTIA A+ Question B-41

Which of the following cable types should be installed to minimize toxic fumes in the event of a fire?

A. Fiber
B. STP CAT6
C. Plenum
D. Coaxial

Correct Answer: C

CompTIA A+ Question A-99

A technician is examining a UTP cable and notices that pins 1, 2, 3, and 6 are not the same on both ends of the cable. Which of the following is the type of cable the technician has?

A. Coaxial cable
B. Cross over cable
C. Patch cable
D. Plenum cable

Correct Answer: B