When actually examining the startup process of a new system being powered, what is the action that should occur after a BIOS message is displayed on the monitor?

A.
The keyboard lights flash.

B.
The power-supply fan is activated.

C.
The floppy disk drive access light appears.

D.
A memory test appears briefly on the monitor.

Explanation:
The memory test appears briefly on the monitor after the BIOS message is displayed on the monitor.
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Answers:
A: The keyboard lights flash after the power-supply fan is activated.
B: The first action that should occur when power is applied to a new system is the power-supply fan being activated.
C: The floppy disk drive access light appears after the memory test has appeared briefly on the monitor.
References:
Charles J. Brooks, Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SK0-002), QUE Publishing, Indianapolis, 2006, pp. 490-493.