100-140 Question 267
Single answerA user reports that their laptop battery drains quickly while working remotely. After investigating, you notice the laptop is set to 'High Performance' power mode. What action should you recommend to extend the battery life without significantly impacting performance?
- A
Switch the laptop to 'Power Saver' mode.
- B
Enable 'Sleep Mode' when the laptop is idle for a short period.
- C
Change the power plan to 'Balanced' mode.
- D
Disable all background services and applications.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Laptop power management settings like 'Balanced' mode are designed to optimize battery life while maintaining adequate performance. In this scenario, switching to 'Balanced' mode is the best solution because it balances energy efficiency and system performance, making it suitable for a user who still needs reasonable performance during remote work.
- A. Incorrect.
Switching to 'Power Saver' mode may significantly reduce performance, which is not ideal for most users unless performance is not a priority.
- B. Incorrect.
Enabling 'Sleep Mode' when idle is helpful but does not address the root cause of rapid battery drain during active use.
- C. Correct.
Changing to 'Balanced' mode provides a compromise between performance and power efficiency, making it the most appropriate option for extending battery life without major performance impact.
- D. Incorrect.
Disabling all background services and applications could cause unintended issues and is not a practical solution for the average user.