CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 347

A PC’s boot drive is showing signs of imminent failure, and a technician needs to recover the data. Which of the following should the technician do first?

Answer options

• A. Clone the drive to another one.
• B. Access the Device Manager.
• C. Download the drive manufacturer's diagnostic tool.
• D. Uninstall the drive in the Device Manager.
• E. Replace the drive with a new one.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as cloning the drive allows for data preservation before further actions are taken. Options B, C, D, and E do not prioritize data recovery and could risk data loss or delay the recovery process.