CPCT CPCT Fiber Optic Cabling & Termination

Question 1

Which fiber optic connector type uses a push-pull latching mechanism and is commonly used in high-density patch panels?

Accepted Answer

LC connector

Answer

SC connector

Answer

ST connector

Answer

FC connector

Question 2

What is the primary difference between single-mode and multimode fiber optic cable?

Accepted Answer

Single-mode has a smaller core diameter and carries one light path, while multimode has a larger core carrying multiple light paths

Answer

Single-mode uses plastic fiber while multimode uses glass fiber

Answer

Single-mode supports shorter distances than multimode

Answer

Single-mode is always orange and multimode is always yellow

Question 3

What does OTDR stand for in fiber optic testing?

Accepted Answer

Optical Time Domain Reflectometer

Answer

Optical Transfer Data Relay

Answer

Output Test Display Reader

Answer

Optical Total Distance Recorder

Question 4

What is the maximum bend radius typically recommended for fiber optic cable during installation?

Accepted Answer

20 times the cable diameter

Answer

10 times the cable diameter

Answer

5 times the cable diameter

Answer

50 times the cable diameter

Question 5

Which fiber optic polishing style produces the lowest back reflection and is preferred for high-speed digital links?

Accepted Answer

APC (Angled Physical Contact)

Answer

UPC (Ultra Physical Contact)

Answer

PC (Physical Contact)

Answer

Flat polished

Question 6

What color jacket is standardized for OS2 single-mode fiber optic cable per TIA-598?

Accepted Answer

Yellow

Answer

Orange

Answer

Aqua

Answer

Blue