Which of the following is the most common cause of signal loss during data transmission over a communication medium?

Options

  • A. Crosstalk
  • B. Attenuation
  • C. Multiplexing
  • D. Encoding
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. Attenuation

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: Attenuation

  • Attenuation refers to the reduction in signal strength as it travels through a medium.
  • It generally increases with transmission distance.
  • Repeaters and amplifiers can help overcome signal loss.