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FC0-U61 · Question #503

When following the troubleshooting methodology, which of the following should be performed when establishing a theory of probable cause?

The correct answer is A. Question the obvious.. When establishing a theory of probable cause in troubleshooting, it is important to question even the most obvious assumptions to ensure a comprehensive diagnosis.

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Question

When following the troubleshooting methodology, which of the following should be performed when establishing a theory of probable cause?

Options

  • AQuestion the obvious.
  • BIdentify the symptoms.
  • CDuplicate the problem.
  • DDetermine if anything has changed.

How the community answered

(21 responses)
  • A
    71% (15)
  • B
    10% (2)
  • C
    14% (3)
  • D
    5% (1)

Why each option

When establishing a theory of probable cause in troubleshooting, it is important to question even the most obvious assumptions to ensure a comprehensive diagnosis.

AQuestion the obvious.Correct

Questioning the obvious helps ensure that all potential causes, even simple ones, are considered and not overlooked when formulating an initial theory of what might be causing the problem.

BIdentify the symptoms.

Identifying symptoms is the initial step in the troubleshooting methodology, preceding the establishment of a theory of probable cause.

CDuplicate the problem.

Duplicating the problem is typically done to test a theory of probable cause, not during the formulation of the theory itself.

DDetermine if anything has changed.

Determining if anything has changed is part of gathering information and identifying symptoms, which occurs before establishing a theory of probable cause.

Concept tested: Troubleshooting methodology steps

Source: https://www.comptia.org/blog/how-to-troubleshoot-like-an-it-pro-comptia-s-6-step-process

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#troubleshooting methodology#problem diagnosis#theory of probable cause

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