CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 226

A technician is troubleshooting a network issue and needs to check the status of a local network device in the least disruptive manner possible. Which of the following tools should the technician use to accomplish this task?

Answer options

• A. Network tap
• B. Cable tester
• C. Multimeter
• D. Tone generator

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as a network tap allows for monitoring network traffic without interrupting the flow of data. Options B and C, a cable tester and multimeter, respectively, are more suited for checking physical connections and electrical properties, while option D, a tone generator, is primarily used for tracing cables, not monitoring device status.