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May 11, 2025 · 1 min read

Question for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) certification:

Q: The computer users in your accounting department have called saying that their laser printer keeps jamming and have asked that you resolve the issue. Which of the following are common reasons for this that you can check? (Choose two.)

A. Incorrect paper thickness or tray too full

B. Ink cartridges need cleaning

C. Debris in the paper path

D. Printhead needs cleaning

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The correct answers are:

✅ Incorrect paper thickness or tray too full


✅ Debris in the paper path

Explanation:

1. Incorrect paper thickness or tray too full – Correct

  • If the paper is too thick, thin, or not suitable for the printer, it can cause jams.

  • Overfilling the paper tray can lead to multiple sheets being pulled at once, which also causes jamming.

2. Ink cartridges need cleaning – Incorrect

  • Laser printers use toner, not ink cartridges. This option applies to inkjet printers.

3. Debris in the paper path – Correct

  • Foreign objects or build up in the paper path can obstruct the paper’s movement, resulting in jams.

4. Printhead needs cleaning – Incorrect

  • Again, this applies to inkjet printers, not laser printers. Laser printers do not use printheads in the same way.


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