Which of the following is NOT TRUE about fiber optic cables? A. They are less prone to damage. B. They are made up of fibers of glass or plastics. C. They carry electric current to transmit data signals. D. They carry signal faster as compared to copper wire cables.
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They are less prone to damage. - This is TRUE. Fiber optic cables are less prone to damage compared to traditional copper cables. They are also resistant to many environmental factors that can affect copper cables. B. They are made up of fibers of glass or Show more…
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