During the exam, what is required regarding the microphone?

• A. The microphone may be muted at all times.
• B. The microphone must be enabled at all times.
• C. The microphone must be disabled.
• D. A headset must be used.

Answer: (B)

During an online proctored exam, the microphone must be enabled at all times. This allows the proctor to hear your environment, verify that there are no disruptive noises or suspicious behavior, and communicate with you if instructions or issues arise. Keeping the microphone on ensures the exam can be monitored for integrity and that any needed support can be provided promptly. Muting or disabling the microphone would hinder monitoring and could trigger compliance issues. A headset is not strictly required, but having a working microphone is essential; using a headset can improve audio quality and reduce background noise.