Question 1

1. What is the purpose ofa straight-through cable in networking?

Accepted Answer

To connect two dissimilar devices directly.

Answer

To connect two similar devices directly.

Answer

To connect a device to a network switch.

Answer

To connect a device to a router.

Question 2

2. Which of the following is the correct wiring order for a straight-through cable?

Accepted Answer

White green, green, white orange, blue, white blue, orange, white brown, brown.

Answer

Green, white green, white orange, blue, white blue, orange, white brown, brown.

Answer

White green, green, orange, blue, white blue, white orange, white brown, brown.

Answer

White green, green, white orange, blue, white blue, orange, brown, white brown.

Question 3

3. What is the recommended tool for stripping and cutting the Ethernet cable during the creation of a straight-through cable?

Accepted Answer

Wire cutter/stripper

Answer

RJ-45 Connector

Answer

Ethernet Cable Tester

Answer

Crimping Tool

Question 4

4. How many twisted pairs are there in an Ethernet cable used for creating a straight-through cable?

Accepted Answer

4

Answer

2

Answer

8

Answer

6

Question 5

5. What is the final step in creating a straight-through cable?

Accepted Answer

Testing the continuity of the cable using an Ethernet cable tester.

Answer

Arranging the wires according to the crossover cable pinout.

Answer

Trimming the excess wire length to half an inch.

Answer

Crimping the RJ-45 connectors onto the cable.

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