20+ practice questions focused on Printers — one of the most tested topics on the CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1201 exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation so you learn why the right answer is correct.
Start Printers PracticeA technician is troubleshooting a laser printer that produces a ghost image of the previous page on the current page. The ghost image appears slightly offset. What is the most likely cause?
Explanation: Ghosting in laser printers is often caused by a worn or damaged cleaning blade on the drum unit. If the drum is not properly cleaned after each rotation, residual toner remains and transfers to the next page. Replacing the drum unit or cleaning blade resolves the issue.
A user's laser printer is producing pages with a repeating horizontal line defect every 3.75 inches. Which component is most likely causing this issue?
Explanation: The distance between repeating defects often matches the circumference of a roller. In laser printers, the OPC drum is typically about 3.75 inches in diameter, so a defect repeating at that interval points to a damaged drum. Other components have different circumferences.
A user reports that their laser printer is producing pages with vertical black streaks. The streaks appear consistently in the same location on every page. Which printer component is most likely causing this issue?
Explanation: Vertical black streaks on a laser printer page are typically caused by a scratched or damaged drum. The drum transfers toner to the paper, and any defect will repeat with each rotation. Cleaning or replacing the drum assembly usually resolves this issue.
A small office has an inkjet printer that is printing blank pages even though the ink cartridges are full and properly installed. What is the most likely cause of this problem?
Explanation: When an inkjet printer prints blank pages despite full cartridges, the printhead nozzles are often clogged. Ink can dry and block the tiny nozzles, preventing ink from reaching the paper. Running the printer's cleaning cycle or manually cleaning the printhead usually resolves the issue.
A technician is installing a thermal printer for a retail point-of-sale system. The printer uses direct thermal paper. What must the technician verify to ensure proper operation?
Explanation: Direct thermal printers require heat-sensitive paper that darkens when heated. Using the wrong paper (e.g., thermal transfer paper) will not produce an image. The technician must ensure the paper is compatible with direct thermal printing.
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