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Chapter 2, Problem 1TC
Explanation of Solution
Given: The co-worker is not able to place the screws perfectly in the motherboard.
To find: The reason that the motherboard is not being placed properly in the case.
Solution:
The case of the motherboard is made to match properly with all the components of the motherboard. If the motherboard is not placed correctly with the screw holes, there must be an orientation problem, so the board has to be rotated to fit in place with the screws.
Hence, option (d) is correct.
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