Question 1

Which of the following is a common symptom of a failing motherboard?

Accepted Answer

Random system crashes

Answer

No power to the motherboard

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Slow internet connection

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Overheating CPU

Question 2

What is the purpose of the CMOS battery on a motherboard?

Accepted Answer

To provide power to the CMOS memory

Answer

To ensure stable internet connection

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To regulate CPU temperature

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To connect peripheral devices

Question 3

What is the function of the BIOS on a motherboard?

Accepted Answer

To initialize hardware during the boot process

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To store user data

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To manage internet connections

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To regulate CPU temperature

Question 4

What does the term 'POST' stand for in the context of a motherboard?

Accepted Answer

Power-On Self-Test

Answer

Peripheral Output Status Test

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Primary Order of System Test

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Preliminary Operating System Test

Question 5

What is the purpose of the Northbridge chip on a motherboard?

Accepted Answer

To handle communication between the CPU and memory

Answer

To provide power to the motherboard

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To store data

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To regulate graphics performance

Question 6

What is the purpose of the Southbridge chip on a motherboard?

Accepted Answer

To handle communication between peripheral devices and the CPU

Answer

To regulate the power supply to the motherboard

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To manage the computer's graphical output

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To store user data

Question 7

What does the term 'CMOS' stand for in the context of a motherboard?

Accepted Answer

Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor

Answer

Computer Main Operating System

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Component Manufacturer and Original Software

Answer

Central Memory Output System

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