CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) — Question 351

A user's laptop is making a loud clicking noise, and the battery life is shorter than expected. Which of the following storage options would a technician MOST likely install to address the user's issues?

Answer options

• A. MicroSD
• B. 15,000rpm HDD
• C. SAS SSD
• D. SATA SSD

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The SATA SSD is the best choice as it provides faster performance and greater reliability compared to the other options, which can help improve battery life and eliminate clicking noises from failing hard drives. The 15,000rpm HDD is still a traditional hard drive, which is more prone to mechanical failure and noise, while the SAS SSD, although reliable, is typically more expensive and used in enterprise environments.