Question:
Match the characteristics to the correct type of fiber. (Not all options are used.)
Answer
Multimode Fiber:
LED as light source
several paths of light into the fiber
generally used with LANs
Single-mode Fiber:
only one ray of light into the fiber
generally used for campus backbone
laser as light source*
Explanation: Single-mode fiber uses a laser as the light source. Its small core produces a single straight path for light and it is commonly used with campus backbones. Multimode fiber uses LEDs as the light source. Its larger core allows for multiple paths for the light. It is commonly used with LANs.
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