CompTIA Network+ Practice Test

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What is a typical symptom of excessive attenuation in a signal?

Increased clarity
Signal distortion
Improved transmission speed
Reduced costs

The correct answer is: Signal distortion

Excessive attenuation in a signal typically leads to signal distortion. Attenuation refers to the reduction in strength or amplitude of a signal as it travels through a medium, whether that be a cable or air. When attenuation is excessive, it can cause the signal to lose its integrity, resulting in distorted information upon reception. This distortion may manifest as loss of data, errors in transmission, or artifacts in the signal, making it difficult for the intended recipient to accurately interpret the information being sent. In contrast, increased clarity, improved transmission speed, and reduced costs are generally not associated with excessive attenuation. Increased clarity would suggest a stronger signal, while improved transmission speed may result from a strong and reliable signal. Reduced costs may relate to physical aspects of networking but do not directly correlate with the issues caused by attenuation. Understanding the impacts of excessive attenuation helps in diagnosing network issues and reinforcing the importance of monitoring signal quality in network design and maintenance.