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A laptop is connected to a monitor using an HDMI cable. What will happen if the HDMI cable is unplugged while the laptop is on?

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Intro to Computing - How Hardware Works
A laptop is connected to a monitor using an HDMI cable. What will happen if the HDMI cable is unplugged while the laptop is on?
AThe laptop will shut down immediately
BThe laptop will start charging
CThe laptop will lose internet connection
DThe monitor will stop displaying the laptop screen
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand HDMI cable role

    HDMI carries video and audio signals from laptop to monitor.

  2. Step 2: Predict effect of unplugging HDMI

    Removing HDMI stops video signal, so monitor shows no laptop screen. Laptop stays on and internet is unaffected.

  3. Final Answer:

    The monitor will stop displaying the laptop screen -> Option D

  4. Quick Check:

    Unplug HDMI = no video on monitor [OK]
Quick Trick: HDMI unplugged means no video on monitor, laptop stays on [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Thinking laptop shuts down
  • Assuming internet disconnects
  • Believing laptop starts charging

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