220-1101 / 1102 Domain 3: Hardware

Which primary PC cooling assembly transfers heat from the CPU to air?

Multiple choice — select one answer

Answer choices

  1. a. Laser
  2. b. VRAM and GPU core
  3. c. M.2 NVMe
  4. d. CPU heatsink and fan

Architectural breakdown & explanation

Heatsinks spread heat; fans move air across fins.

Correct answer(s): d. CPU heatsink and fan

Exam domain: Domain 3: Hardware (25% weight on the official guide).

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