CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 299

A user reports the following:

1. When accessing large images, PC performance is degraded.
2. When accessing small text files, PC performance is as expected.

Which of the following is the most likely cause of the performance issues?

Answer options

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as HDD fragmentation can lead to slower access times for larger files, causing performance degradation. The other options, such as RAID controller failure, RAID array configuration errors, and insufficient power supply, are less likely to specifically affect large file access without impacting smaller files as well.