In General, How Much Can a Twisted-Pair's Cable Be Bent

question 16

Multiple Choice

In general, how much can a twisted-pair's cable be bent before data transmission may be impeded?

• A) No more than two times the diameter of the cable.
• B) No more than four times the diameter of the cable.
• C) No more than ten times the diameter of the cable.
• D) Twisted pair cable has a near infinite bend radius.

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