CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) — Question 140

A user can connect their laptop to the internet in the main office. However, when the user places the laptop on top of a motor on the factory floor, there is no internet connectivity. Which of the following is the most likely cause of this issue?

Answer options

• A. Jitter
• B. Insufficient power levels
• C. External interference
• D. High latency

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as motors can produce electromagnetic interference that disrupts wireless signals, leading to connectivity issues. Options A (Jitter), B (Insufficient power levels), and D (High latency) do not directly relate to the physical environment and the interference caused by the motor.