A Network Technician Is Attempting to Troubleshoot a Connectivity Issue

question 22

Multiple Choice

A network technician is attempting to troubleshoot a connectivity issue. The issue is only reported during the evening hours, and only a single workstation loses connectivity. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of the issue?

• A) The router has a time-based ACL, applied for the network segment.
• B) A light source is creating EMI interference, affecting the UTP cabling.
• C) Nightly backups are consuming excessive bandwidth.
• D) The user has violated the AUP, and Internet access has been restricted.

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Definitions:

Accounts Receivable

An asset account representing money owed to a business by its customers for goods or services delivered on credit.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra-account reducing accounts receivable to reflect the estimated portion that may not be collected.

Uncollectibles

Debts owed to a company that are considered unlikely to be paid and are therefore written off as a loss.

Income Statement Approach

A method to prepare the bad debt expense by estimating uncollectible accounts at the end of each period based on expected losses.