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Question 1 of 25

1. Question
Which malware type is known for tricking users into downloading and installing security cleanup software while urging users to give additional permissions to it?
- A. Techware
- B. Ransomware
- C. Scareware
- D. Spoofware
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Question 2 of 25

2. Question
You are experiencing unwanted ads popping up on your smartphone whenever you try to access an app. They are also causing sluggish response times. What should you do first to identify the source of these unwanted popup ads?
- A. Uninstall freebie apps
- B. Root the device and scan for hidden malware
- C. Restart the device
- D. Install a popup blocker
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Question 3 of 25

3. Question
Which severity level requires an escalation of a ticket to the systems troubleshooting team?
- A. Minor
- B. Major
- C. Critical
- D. Contentious
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Question 4 of 25

4. Question
Which of the following tags includes the information stored within an information system asset?
- A. Asset class, source, model, serial number
- B. Tech number, MAC address, IP network identification
- C. IP network class, subnet, and gateway address
- D. MAC address, serial number, and system manufacturer identification
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Question 5 of 25

5. Question
Which of the following should be included in a company’s internal knowledge base? (Choose two.)
- A. Equipment inventory
- B. Equipment inventory with identification details
- C. Network topology diagram
- D. System user login credentials
- E. Admin login credentials
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Question 6 of 25

6. Question
Which change management actions help in rolling back changes, bringing the system back to its state before the changes were implemented?
- A. Checklist of expectations for the change
- B. Backing up the operating system
- C. Sandbox testing
- D. Restore points, versioning, and snapshots
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Question 7 of 25

7. Question
Which risk analysis approach identifies the possibility of exploitations and the impact of malicious attacks?
- A. Qualitative analysis
- B. Quantitative analysis
- C. Impending risk analysis
- D. Preemptive analysis
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Question 8 of 25

8. Question
Who is appointed to take ownership of managing and overseeing a change implementation plan?
- A. Any staff member
- B. A C-level executive
- C. Change coordinator
- D. Change planner
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Question 9 of 25

9. Question
You already have a full backup of your hard drive. You want to backup the updated files and folders each week. Which backup type allows you to backup modified files and folders?
- A. Incremental backup
- B. Synthetic backup
- C. Full backup
- D. Differential backup
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Question 10 of 25

10. Question
To restore data after a disaster, you have to take the recovery point designed by which two methods in a disaster recovery plan?
- A. Synthetic backup and incremental backup
- B. Time restoration and data restoration
- C. Regulated and unregulated backup schemes
- D. Recovery point objective and recovery time objective
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Question 11 of 25

11. Question
Your organization wants to safeguard data against disasters or catastrophic failures. Which backup scheme is suitable for keeping three copies of the production and backed-up data where two copies are kept on two different media types and the third copy of the current backup should be stored offsite?
- A. Grandfather-father-son scheme
- B. 3-2-1 rule
- C. 2-1 backup scheme
- D. 3-1 backup scheme
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Question 12 of 25

12. Question
What is the correct way to store computer components like PCI cards, RAM modules, or motherboards?
- A. Wrap them in a linen cloth.
- B. Wrap them in anti-static cloth.
- C. Use plastic Ziplock bags.
- D. Use anti-static bags.
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Question 13 of 25

13. Question
You experienced an electric shock while handling the power supply unit (PSU). You wore an anti-static wristband and used an anti-static mat underneath the system. What could be the reason for the electric shock?
- A. The PSU unit was placed near a magnet.
- B. The PSU has the highest level of anti-static charge.
- C. The system was plugged into an electricity outlet.
- D. The PSU unit has a relatively high amperage.
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Question 14 of 25

14. Question
A colleague hurt his back while moving new computers that were still boxed up and labeled “team lifts.” He was seen lifting the boxes by bending his waist and standing straight. What could have been done to avoid getting hurt?
- A. Strap the boxes to his back.
- B. Bend his knees and use his legs to lift.
- C. Ask someone to help with the heavy boxes.
- D. Only move them with a machine lift.
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Question 15 of 25

15. Question
Which battery type requires special disposal methods because it is toxic and poses a threat to human health and the environment?
- A. Lithium-ion (Li-on)
- B. Nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cad)
- C. Zinc-carbon
- D. Alkaline
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Question 16 of 25

16. Question
Which proactive action protects and secures servers and workstations from environmental impacts like dust, heat, and humidity?
- A. Proper disposal of electronic components
- B. Installing air conditioners and heaters
- C. Environmental controls
- D. Disaster management controls
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Question 17 of 25

17. Question
You want to protect a computer system configured as a central database server from power surges and sudden spikes in voltage. Which of the following is the cheapest and the most effective device for protecting against power surges?
- A. An output protector
- B. Power extension
- C. Sheathed power cable
- D. Surge suppressor
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Question 18 of 25

18. Question
You are securing data evidence on a hard drive during an active crime investigation. What is the first step in preserving evidence using the chain of custody methodology?
- A. Documenting the evidence
- B. Tracking the evidence
- C. Extracting the evidence from the media
- D. Isolate the device
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Question 19 of 25

19. Question
You want Microsoft 365 apps for a couple of users in your office. To manage costs, you decide to use per-device licensing for users with a heavy Microsoft Office workload. What type of licensing is the per-device licensing?
- A. Corporate licensing
- B. Open-source licensing
- C. Regulated licensing
- D. Closed-source licensing
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Question 20 of 25

20. Question
Which regulated data type includes patient demographics, lab results, insurance information, ailment details, and treatments?
- A. Protected Health Information (PHI)
- B. Protected Patient Health Details (PPHD)
- C. Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
- D. Personally Health Identifiable Information (PHII)
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Question 21 of 25

21. Question
You are stuck in a massive traffic jam trying to reach your destination. It has disrupted your schedule because you will be late for an appointment with an important client. What should you do?
- A. Abandon your vehicle and call a taxi to pick you up
- B. Call your supervisor and ask her to reschedule your appointment with the client
- C. Call the client and explain the situation, apologizing for being late.
- D. Return to your office and reschedule the appointment, explaining the situation.
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Question 22 of 25

22. Question
You’re trying to understand the situation your client is experiencing with her computer system. The client is in fear and sounds frustrated. Nothing is making sense. What type of questions can help you understand the problem and assess the situation before moving on to a solution?
- A. Close-ended questions
- B. Open-ended questions
- C. Long but specific questions
- D. Propose a solution to let the client clarify the question
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Question 23 of 25

23. Question
Which file extension is used for scripts that support macros in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications?
- A. .sh
- B. .vbs
- C. .ps1
- D. .js
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Question 24 of 25

24. Question
Which of the following is not the correct use of a script on a computer system?
- A. Basic automation
- B., Restarting machines
- C. Remapping network drives
- D. Applications installation
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Question 25 of 25

25. Question
Which command initiates a remote desktop connection to perform remote troubleshooting?
- A. RDC
- B. Msvpn
- C. WRA
- D. Mstsc
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1. Question

Which malware type is known for tricking users into downloading and installing security cleanup software while urging users to give additional permissions to it?

2. Question

You are experiencing unwanted ads popping up on your smartphone whenever you try to access an app. They are also causing sluggish response times. What should you do first to identify the source of these unwanted popup ads?

3. Question

Which severity level requires an escalation of a ticket to the systems troubleshooting team?

4. Question

Which of the following tags includes the information stored within an information system asset?

5. Question

Which of the following should be included in a company’s internal knowledge base? (Choose two.)

6. Question

Which change management actions help in rolling back changes, bringing the system back to its state before the changes were implemented?

7. Question

Which risk analysis approach identifies the possibility of exploitations and the impact of malicious attacks?

8. Question

Who is appointed to take ownership of managing and overseeing a change implementation plan?

9. Question

You already have a full backup of your hard drive. You want to backup the updated files and folders each week. Which backup type allows you to backup modified files and folders?

10. Question

To restore data after a disaster, you have to take the recovery point designed by which two methods in a disaster recovery plan?

11. Question

12. Question

What is the correct way to store computer components like PCI cards, RAM modules, or motherboards?

13. Question

You experienced an electric shock while handling the power supply unit (PSU). You wore an anti-static wristband and used an anti-static mat underneath the system. What could be the reason for the electric shock?

14. Question

A colleague hurt his back while moving new computers that were still boxed up and labeled “team lifts.” He was seen lifting the boxes by bending his waist and standing straight. What could have been done to avoid getting hurt?

15. Question

Which battery type requires special disposal methods because it is toxic and poses a threat to human health and the environment?

16. Question

Which proactive action protects and secures servers and workstations from environmental impacts like dust, heat, and humidity?

17. Question

You want to protect a computer system configured as a central database server from power surges and sudden spikes in voltage. Which of the following is the cheapest and the most effective device for protecting against power surges?

18. Question

You are securing data evidence on a hard drive during an active crime investigation. What is the first step in preserving evidence using the chain of custody methodology?

19. Question

You want Microsoft 365 apps for a couple of users in your office. To manage costs, you decide to use per-device licensing for users with a heavy Microsoft Office workload. What type of licensing is the per-device licensing?

20. Question

Which regulated data type includes patient demographics, lab results, insurance information, ailment details, and treatments?

21. Question

You are stuck in a massive traffic jam trying to reach your destination. It has disrupted your schedule because you will be late for an appointment with an important client. What should you do?

22. Question

You’re trying to understand the situation your client is experiencing with her computer system. The client is in fear and sounds frustrated. Nothing is making sense. What type of questions can help you understand the problem and assess the situation before moving on to a solution?

23. Question

Which file extension is used for scripts that support macros in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications?

24. Question

Which of the following is not the correct use of a script on a computer system?

25. Question

Which command initiates a remote desktop connection to perform remote troubleshooting?