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CPU practice questions

Practise CPU questions covering socket types, core counts, clock speeds, and cooling solutions for the 220-1201 exam.

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What the exam tests

What to know about CPU

CPU questions test socket types, core count, clock speed, and cooling methods for 220-1201.

Identify CPU socket types and compatibility with motherboards.

Distinguish between 32-bit and 64-bit processor architectures.

Recognize hyperthreading and multi-core processor features.

Select appropriate cooling methods: air vs liquid cooling.

Why learners struggle

Why CPU questions are commonly missed

CPU questions are commonly missed because learners confuse socket types and overlook architecture requirements. The exam tests specific compatibility and feature details, not general knowledge.

  • ·LGA vs PGA — pin location on motherboard vs CPU.
  • ·32-bit vs 64-bit — memory addressing limits.
  • ·Hyperthreading vs multi-core — logical vs physical cores.
  • ·Clock speed vs IPC — performance measurement confusion.
  • ·Air vs liquid cooling — maintenance and installation differences.
  • ·Socket compatibility — CPU must match motherboard chipset.

Watch out for

Common CPU exam traps

  • Confusing LGA and PGA socket pin arrangements.
  • Assuming more cores always means better performance.
  • Mixing up clock speed with overall processor speed.
  • Forgetting that 64-bit CPUs require 64-bit OS and drivers.

Practice set

CPU questions

20 questions · select your answer, then reveal the explanation

Question 1mediummultiple choice
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A technician is tasked with selecting a CPU for a small form factor (SFF) office PC that must run quietly and efficiently. Which CPU characteristic is most important for this build?

Question 2easymultiple choice
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A user complains that their computer shuts down unexpectedly after a few minutes of gaming. You check the CPU temperature and find it is 105°C. What is the most likely cause?

Question 3hardmultiple choice
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A technician is troubleshooting a PC that fails to POST. The CPU fan spins, but there is no display output. The motherboard has a diagnostic LED that shows a CPU error. Which step should the technician take first to resolve the issue?

Question 4mediummultiple choice
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A customer says their PC randomly freezes and sometimes displays a blue screen error. You run diagnostics and find that the CPU passes all tests, but the system still crashes. Which component should you check next as a likely cause of CPU-related instability?

Question 5mediummultiple choice
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A technician is configuring a new PC for a user who runs multiple virtual machines. The motherboard has an AM5 socket. Which CPU feature is most important for this workload?

Question 6mediummultiple choice
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A user reports that their computer is making a loud grinding noise and then shuts down after a few minutes. The CPU temperature is normal at idle. What is the most likely cause?

Question 7easymultiple choice
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A technician is building a new workstation for video editing. The motherboard supports LGA 1700 socket CPUs. Which of the following CPUs is compatible with this socket?

Question 8hardmultiple choice
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A technician is upgrading a workstation and notices that the new CPU is not listed in the motherboard's supported CPU list. The motherboard uses an LGA 1200 socket. What is the most likely issue?

Question 9easymultiple choice
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A customer reports that their desktop PC is running very slowly, especially when opening multiple applications. The system has 8 GB of RAM and a 1 TB HDD. You check Task Manager and see that the CPU is consistently at 100% usage even with only a few apps open. Which CPU characteristic is most likely causing this bottleneck?

Question 10easymultiple choice
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A technician is upgrading a server CPU and needs to select a processor that supports ECC memory. Which CPU feature is required for ECC support?

Question 11mediummultiple choice
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A technician is troubleshooting a workstation that fails to boot. The motherboard has a POST code display showing '00'. The CPU fan spins, but there is no display output. Which component is most likely faulty?

Question 12easymultiple choice
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A user complains that their PC is running slowly and the fan is constantly running at high speed. Task Manager shows the CPU is consistently at 100% usage even when idle. Which of the following is the most likely cause?

Question 13mediummultiple choice
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A user reports that their computer randomly restarts when playing games. The technician suspects the CPU is overheating. Which tool should the technician use to monitor the CPU temperature under load?

Question 14hardmultiple choice
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A technician is upgrading a workstation from a dual-core CPU to a quad-core CPU. After installation, the system boots but only shows two cores in the operating system. The technician has already verified the CPU is properly seated. What is the most likely cause?

Question 15easymultiple choice
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During a routine hardware upgrade, a technician installs a new CPU into a workstation. After powering on, the system emits a series of long beeps and the screen remains blank. What is the most likely cause?

Question 16mediummultiple choice
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A technician is building a new gaming PC and wants to ensure the CPU can handle heavy multitasking and overclocking. The motherboard supports both Intel and AMD CPUs, but the technician is unsure which CPU features to prioritize. Which CPU characteristic is most important for overclocking stability?

Question 17mediummultiple choice
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A technician is replacing a CPU in a server that uses a LGA 1151 socket. After installing the new CPU and applying thermal paste, the system fails to post. The technician notices the CPU cooler is not making full contact with the CPU. What is the most likely consequence of this poor contact?

Question 18easymultiple choice
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A customer reports that their desktop computer intermittently freezes and emits a high-pitched whine. The issue occurs more frequently under heavy load, such as when rendering video. Which CPU-related feature is most likely causing this symptom?

Question 19hardmultiple choice
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A technician is troubleshooting a system that experiences random lockups and blue screens. The technician suspects a CPU issue but has already run a stress test without errors. Which diagnostic step should the technician perform next to isolate the problem?

Question 20hardmultiple choice
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A technician is configuring a server that requires maximum memory bandwidth for virtual machines. The motherboard has four memory slots and supports dual-channel architecture. The technician installs two 16 GB DIMMs. Which configuration will provide the best performance?

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What does the 220-1201 exam test about CPU?
CPU questions test socket types, core count, clock speed, and cooling methods for 220-1201.
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