TestOut LabSim A+ Certification Practice Exam

What potential issue might prevent a floppy disk drive from functioning after installation?

1. Backward connection of the ribbon cable

2. Incompatibility with the motherboard

3. Failure to de-fragment the drive

4. Improper installation of the disk operating system

The correct answer is: Backward connection of the ribbon cable

A backward connection of the ribbon cable can prevent a floppy disk drive from functioning properly after installation. The ribbon cable is crucial for communication between the floppy disk drive and the motherboard. If the cable is connected incorrectly, it does not establish the proper pathways for data transfer, which can result in the drive being undetected by the system or failing to read or write data. Additionally, floppy drives typically have a designated orientation for the cable, meaning that the connections must be aligned correctly to function. The other options, while they may present unique challenges, are less likely to cause immediate dysfunction post-installation. For example, incompatibility with the motherboard would generally mean that the drive would not function at all rather than after installation. Similarly, failure to defragment the drive doesn't prevent the drive from being operational; it may slow down access times but doesn't disable it. Lastly, improper installation of the disk operating system might lead to issues with accessing or utilizing the drive, but it would not prevent it from functioning altogether if the hardware is set up correctly.