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220-1202 Question #285: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is A: Clear the smartphone's browser cache and uninstall unknown applications.. Pop-ups warning of fake security threats and increased battery drain are common signs of adware or malicious applications. Clearing the browser cache and removing unknown or suspicious apps eliminates the source of the pop-ups and stops the background activity causing excessive b

Submitted by tunde_lagos· Mar 30, 2026Mobile Devices

Question

A user reports that their smartphone frequently displays pop-ups that warn of security threats and recommend tools to protect against them. After tapping one of the pop-ups, the user notices that the smartphone's battery drains faster. Which of the following should a technician recommend to resolve this issue?

Options

  • AClear the smartphone's browser cache and uninstall unknown applications.
  • BEnable airplane mode and restart the smartphone.
  • CPerform a factory reset on the smartphone.
  • DReplace the SIM card and modify the network settings.

Explanation

Pop-ups warning of fake security threats and increased battery drain are common signs of adware or malicious applications. Clearing the browser cache and removing unknown or suspicious apps eliminates the source of the pop-ups and stops the background activity causing excessive battery usage.

Topics

#Mobile malware#Adware removal#Smartphone troubleshooting#Browser cache

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