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Which media type is NOT susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI)?

Which media type is NOT susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI)? (Select all that
apply.)

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A.
Unshielded Twister Pair cable

B.
Shielded Twister Pair cable

C.
Coaxial cable

D.
Fiber Optic cable

Explanation:
Fiber optic cable is immune to EMI.
Incorrect Answers:
A: Both STP and UTP are very susceptible to EMI.
B: Both STP and UTP are very susceptible to EMI.
C: Coaxial cable is also susceptible to EMI, but not to the same extent as STP and
UTP.References:David Groth and Dan Newland, A+ Complete Study Guide (2nd Edition), Sybex,

Alameda CA, 2002, pp. 325,327.David Groth and Toby Skandier, Network+ Study Guide (4th
Edition), Sybex, Alameda CA, 2005, pp. 19-20, 25-27.


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