BICSI Installer 2 - Copper - INSTC_V8 Exam Questions [2026]

QUESTION NO: 1
Which of the following quantifies the bandwidth of a cabling system in a frequency range of interest?

A. Megahertz B. Volt-amperes C. Megabits D. Kilowatt hours

Correct Answer: A

QUESTION NO: 2
A radio station transmits an omnidirectional signal that is received by multiple radios. What type of transmission method is used in this example?

A. Half-duplex B. Full-duplex C. Simplex

Correct Answer: C

QUESTION NO: 3
What is the bend radius requirement for optical fiber cable when the cable is at rest?

A. 20 times the cables outside diameter B. 15 times the cables outside diameter C. 10 times the cables outside diameter

Correct Answer: C

QUESTION NO: 4
When terminating fiber connectors, which factor MOST influences the achievable insertion loss?

A. The polishing technique and end-face quality B. The color of the fiber jacket C. The length of the fanout kit D. The labeling scheme

Correct Answer: A

QUESTION NO: 5
A building with multiple Telecommunications Rooms (TRs) on the same floor is recommended when:

A. The building has fewer than 100 occupant work areas B. Reducing electromagnetic interference is the primary concern C. The TRs are directly adjacent to each elevator shaft D. Each TR can serve a horizontal cable distance of 100 m (328 ft) or less

Correct Answer: D

QUESTION NO: 6
Under TIA-568 requirements, which performance parameter is crucial for a Permanent Link but NOT measured for a basic wire map test?

A. Shorts and open circuits B. Near-end Crosstalk (NEXT) C. Correct pin-to-pin termination D. Pair continuity

Correct Answer: B

QUESTION NO: 7
What is the primary purpose of the telecommunications bonding infrastructure?

A. Provide backup power to the telecommunications equipment when primary power to the equipment fails. B. Improve the performance of the installed telecommunications equipment C. Equalize potentials between metallic surfaces and equipment within entrance facilities

Correct Answer: C

QUESTION NO: 8
A third 90-degree bend may be permitted in a conduit run if the run does NOT exceed ______?

A. 30 m (100') B. 5 m (16.5') C. 10 m (33') D. 15 m (50')

Correct Answer: C

QUESTION NO: 9
Which of the following topologies is the recommended topology for distribution systems in campus environments?

A. Hierarchical Star B. Tree C. Star D. Ring

Correct Answer: A

QUESTION NO: 10
Which of the following refers to a set of rules issued by a governmental body at the state level within the US?

A. Regulations B. Guidelines C. Best Practices D. Applications

Correct Answer: A