Question 1
What is the maximum attenuation typically specified for single-mode fiber at 1550 nm in modern DWDM systems?
Correct Answer:
0.2 dB/km
Question 2
What distinguishes single-mode fiber (SMF) from multimode fiber (MMF) in terms of core diameter?
Correct Answer:
SMF has a ~9 µm core; MMF has a 50–62.5 µm core
Question 3
What type of dispersion in single-mode fiber causes different wavelength components of a pulse to travel at different speeds?
Correct Answer:
Chromatic dispersion
Question 4
In an OTDR trace, a sharp spike followed by a loss step typically indicates what type of event?
Correct Answer:
A mechanical connector or reflective splice
Question 5
Which ITU-T recommendation defines Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) channel spacing and frequency grid?
Correct Answer:
ITU-T G.694.1
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