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FTTx Self Study Program, Lesson 1



True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

Most homes today are connected with copper wires that can support DSL with speeds comparable to fiber optics.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 2. 

Fiber optics was cost-effective for installation in _______ networks first.
A.
Subscriber/FTTx
B.
Metropolitan links
C.
Long distance links
D.
All of the above
 

 3. 

It was ________ that caused the communications revolution that overloaded networks and required more use of fiber optics in worldwide communications networks.
A.
Personal computer
B.
Mobile Phone
C.
Tablet computers
D.
Internet
 

Multiple Response
Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
 

 4. 

FTTx became cost effective because ________ and __________.
 A.
All the other fiber network installation was completed.
 B.
Components prices dropped substantially
 C.
PON networks reduced the cost of connecting the home
 D.
There were too many installers to keep busy
 



 
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