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FC0-U61 · Question #572

After an issue has been identified, which of the following should be performed NEXT?

The correct answer is A. Establishing a theory of probable cause. After identifying a problem, the next step in the troubleshooting process is to establish a theory of probable cause to narrow down potential solutions effectively.

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Question

After an issue has been identified, which of the following should be performed NEXT?

Options

  • AEstablishing a theory of probable cause
  • BVerifying system functionality
  • CImplementing the solution
  • DDocumenting the findings

How the community answered

(34 responses)
  • A
    94% (32)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    3% (1)

Why each option

After identifying a problem, the next step in the troubleshooting process is to establish a theory of probable cause to narrow down potential solutions effectively.

AEstablishing a theory of probable causeCorrect

Establishing a theory of probable cause is the second step in the standard troubleshooting methodology, directly following problem identification, to guide further investigation.

BVerifying system functionality

Verifying system functionality occurs much later in the troubleshooting process, after a solution has been implemented.

CImplementing the solution

Implementing the solution takes place after a theory of probable cause has been established, tested, and a plan of action created.

DDocumenting the findings

Documenting the findings is the final step in the troubleshooting process, done after the problem is resolved and functionality verified.

Concept tested: Troubleshooting methodology steps

Source: https://www.comptia.org/content/guides/what-are-the-troubleshooting-steps

Topics

#Troubleshooting methodology#Problem identification#Probable cause

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