CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) — Question 123

Which of the following is the minimum category cable that supports 1000Mbps speed?

Answer options

• A. Cat 3
• B. Cat 5e
• C. Cat 6
• D. Cat 6e

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, Cat 5e, as it is specifically designed to support gigabit Ethernet speeds of 1000Mbps. Cat 3 is outdated and only supports up to 10Mbps, while Cat 6 and Cat 6e can also handle higher speeds but are not the minimum required for 1000Mbps.