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DJ Foundations Quiz

Complete the quiz below. This quiz will cover all 15 courses from the DJ Foundations course.

87 Questions / Pass = 70%> (60+ Correct)

1 Which song is 4/4 meter and 119 BPM?

Please select 1 answer

  • Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen
  • 200 MPH – Bad Bunny
  • Just Dance – Lady Gaga
Question 1 of 87

2 Which song is late 1970’s Disco?

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  • Stayin’ Alive – Bee Gees
  • Uptown Funk – Bruno Mars
  • Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
Question 2 of 87

3 Which song has the oldest release date?

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  • Basket Case – Green Day
  • Walk This Way – Aerosmith
  • Rock Around the Clock – Bill Haley & His Comets
Question 3 of 87

4 How can you prevent playback interruptions on a personal device?

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  • Download the playlist (offline mode)
  • Turn on Airplane Mode
  • Have a paid subscription
  • All of the above
Question 4 of 87

5 Why is it important to be able to use a personal device as a DJ?

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  • Because you have it with you at all times
  • It has all 3 elements necessary for musical performance (sound source, control interface, amplification)
  • It’s a backup solution
  • All of the above
Question 5 of 87

6 How many wires are inside of an unbalanced cable?

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  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Question 6 of 87

7 How many wires are inside of a balanced audio cable?

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  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Question 7 of 87

8 Why is a balanced audio cable preferred over an unbalanced audio cable for longer applications?

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  • People trip on them less
  • The extra signal wire helps to eliminate noise
  • It has louder bass frequencies
Question 8 of 87

9 How is a speaker’s size determined?

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  • It‘s weight
  • It’s height
  • The diameter of the woofer
Question 9 of 87

10 How many decibels (dB) is equal to twice the perceived volume?

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  • 2
  • 5
  • 10
  • 25
Question 10 of 87

11 What dB (decibel) level is the pain threshold?

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  • 50
  • 80
  • 100
  • 120
  • 150
Question 11 of 87

12 Besides being louder, what is a benefit of a higher speaker SPL rating?

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  • It gets you respected in the industry
  • It increases headroom allowing the speaker to work efficiently at louder volumes without distorting
  • It protects the power outlet from a surge
Question 12 of 87

13 Which speaker has the widest coverage angle?

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  • Speaker 1: QSC K8.2 Max SPL: 128 dB Coverage Angle: 105° Frequency Range: 55Hz – 20kHz
  • Speaker 2: QSC K10.2 Max SPL: 130 dB Coverage Angle: 90° Frequency Range: 50Hz – 20kHz
  • Speaker 3: QSC K12.2 Max SPL: 132 dB Coverage Angle: 75° Frequency Range: 45Hz – 20kHz
Question 13 of 87

14 Which speaker likely has the longest “throw distance” (sound carries the furthest)?

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  • Speaker 1: QSC K8.2 Max SPL: 128 dB Coverage Angle: 105° Frequency Range: 55Hz – 20kHz
  • Speaker 2: QSC K10.2 Max SPL: 130 dB Coverage Angle: 90° Frequency Range: 50Hz – 20kHz
  • Speaker 3: QSC K12.2 Max SPL: 132 dB Coverage Angle: 75° Frequency Range: 45Hz – 20kHz
Question 14 of 87

15 What is microphone feedback?

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  • The disruptive sound made when the audio from the speaker enters the microphone, creating a continuous loop
  • When a guest tells you what you did well and what you can improve
  • The distorted sound used in rock music
Question 15 of 87

16 How can you increase the signal/noise ratio, lowering feedback?

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  • You can't
  • Position the microphone closer to the sound source (mouth)
  • Use more expensive microphones
Question 16 of 87

17 What is the standard Amperage of a residential circuit?

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  • 10 AMP
  • 15 AMP
  • 20 AMP
Question 17 of 87

18 What is the standard Amperage of a commercial circuit?

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  • 10 AMP
  • 15 AMP
  • 20 AMP
Question 18 of 87

19 Are outlets on separate circuits?

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  • Yes, every outlet is it’s own circuit
  • No, every outlet shares with other outlets
  • It depends. Some outlets are grouped on one circuit while others can be on its own circuit.
Question 19 of 87

20 What is the standard voltage of a circuit?

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  • 100 Volts
  • 110 Volts
  • 120 Volts
  • 130 Volts
  • 150 Volts
Question 20 of 87

21 Why is cable management important?

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  • It makes your equipment presentation look more professional
  • It prevents injuries (people tripping on cables)
  • It keeps you organized
  • All of the above
Question 21 of 87

22 What are the characteristics of Gaff tape?

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  • It does not reflect light
  • It does not leave a sticky residue
  • It is heat resistant
  • All of the above
Question 22 of 87

23 How can you secure cables on outdoor surfaces such as dirt or grass?

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  • Use a bar mat
  • Use twice as much tape
  • Just tell people to be careful
Question 23 of 87

24 What’s the most disruptive outdoor light source?

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  • String lights
  • Flashlights
  • The Sun
Question 24 of 87

25 When should you find the venue lighting controls?

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  • At the start of the dance party
  • Before the event starts
  • When they need to be adjusted
Question 25 of 87

26 What value represents maximum diode intensity?

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  • 75
  • 155
  • 225
  • 255
  • 375
Question 26 of 87

27 Mixing additional colors make the resulting light:

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  • Darker
  • The Same
  • Brighter
Question 27 of 87

28 How can you increase the Sound-Active sensitivity?

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  • Increase the speaker volume
  • Move the light closer to the speaker
  • Turn the fixture’s microphone sensitivity knob clockwise
Question 28 of 87

29 What is the device called that wirelessly sends an audio signal?

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  • Sender
  • Transmitter
  • Receiver
Question 29 of 87

30 What is the device calls the accepts the wireless audio signal?

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  • Transmitter
  • Receiver
  • Gracious Host
Question 30 of 87

31 What is RF (for wireless microphones)?

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  • RF stands for Royal Federation and is the group that protects the Queen
  • RF stands for Rick Flair and is a pro wrestling icon
  • RF stands for Radio Frequency and it is the connection formed between transmitter and receiver.
Question 31 of 87

32 Can all wireless microphone transmitters work with all wireless microphone receivers?

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  • No, the brand and frequency range have to match
  • Yes, of course, wireless is super simple
Question 32 of 87

33 What is AF (for wireless microphones)?

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  • AF stands for Audio Frequency and is the sound signal being sent along the wireless connection
  • AF stands for Abercrombie & Fitch and is a clothing store
  • AF stands for Abrial Fibrillation and is an irregular heart rhythm
Question 33 of 87

34 What can cause interference?

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  • Cell phones
  • Wireless Microphones
  • Electrical Circuits
  • People
  • None of the above
  • All of the above
Question 34 of 87

35 What is “line-of-sight” (for wireless microphones)?

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  • An unobstructed path with minimal interference between a transmitter and receiver antenna
  • A meter on a wireless microphone receiver that shows you the connection
  • The ability for the microphone wearer to see you from across the event space
Question 35 of 87

36 Which antenna should you use (when you have a choice)?

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  • 1/4 wave
  • 1/2 wave
  • Paddle
  • The best one you have for the application
Question 36 of 87

37 When should you scan for open/available microphone frequencies?

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  • Only at new venues
  • Only when you have connection problems
  • Only when you first buy the microphone
  • Every event, every time.
Question 37 of 87

38 Should two receivers use the same frequency?

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  • Yes
  • No
Question 38 of 87

39 Can two wireless transmitters on the same channel use the same receiver?

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  • Yes
  • No
Question 39 of 87

40 Why would you adjust the microphone sensitivity?

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  • To eliminate wireless interference
  • To get the best audio level (closest to zero dB / unity gain) possible sent to the receiver
  • It should alway be set to -18 dB
Question 40 of 87

41 What visual readout can be used to measure the incoming audio level?

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  • AF meter
  • RF meter
  • Water meter
Question 41 of 87

42 What is a channel strip?

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  • The recessed line on a controller where dust collects
  • A radio station with static interference
  • The linear layout of audio input controls (gain, volume, EQ, etc)
Question 42 of 87

43 Which has a louder audio signal?

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  • Line Level
  • Mic Level
Question 43 of 87

44 What does an input channel need to boost an incoming mic level signal?

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  • Decibel Meter
  • EQ knob
  • Mic Preamp
Question 44 of 87

45 What connection type is required to connect a controller DIRECTLY to a pair of powered speakers?

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  • RCA
  • 1/8" TRS
  • XLR
  • 1/4" TS
Question 45 of 87

46 Which connection method facilitates using more microphones?

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  • Direct connection
  • Sound Mixer connection
  • Daisy Chain connection
Question 46 of 87

47 How high should a 2-way speaker be positioned?

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  • Any height is fine
  • On a speaker stand where the high frequencies are at ear height
  • Above head height (the bottom approximately 6 feet above the ground)
Question 47 of 87

48 When using fixed-height column array speakers, how can you increase the sound coverage?

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  • Move them back away from the dance floor (more space between them and dancers)
  • Increase the volume
  • Move them closer to the dance floor (less space between them and dancers)
Question 48 of 87

49 What are two common crowd control issues with subwoofers?

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  • The bass makes people want to dance more & They are heavy and harder to transport to events
  • Guests will set drinks on subwoofers that are close to the dancefloor & Guests may stand on exposed subwoofers near the dancefloor
Question 49 of 87

50 Volume knob positions on the subwoofers and main speakers should:

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  • The exactly the same
  • Louder on the subwoofer
  • Louder on the main speakers
  • Be adjusted and balanced to what sounds good for the space you are in
Question 50 of 87

51 What is subwoofer coupling used for?

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  • Increasing the feeling of love in the room
  • Increasing the overall production fee for an event
  • Increasing the subwoofer level by 6 dB (decibels) without adding additional speakers
Question 51 of 87

52 Which performance system is optimal for a: Wedding Indoor ballroom 40′ x 75′ 175 Guests

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  • (2) 12" 2-way speakers OR (2) column array speakers WITH (1) 18" subwoofer
  • (2) 3-way speakers WITH (2) 18" subwoofers
Question 52 of 87

53 Which performance system is optimal for a: Law Office Grand Opening Outdoor parking lot 45 Guests

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  • (2) 12" 2-way speakers
  • (2) column array speakers WITH (2) 18" subwoofers
Question 53 of 87

54 Which performance system is optimal for a High School Dance Indoor venue 100′ x 50′ 275 Guests

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  • (2) column array speakers
  • (2) 15" 2-way speakers WITH (2) coupled 18" subwoofers
Question 54 of 87

55 Where should the officiant stand during their sound check?

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  • In their designated spot for the ceremony
  • Next to the speaker
  • In the front row of seats
Question 55 of 87

56 What is the standard length for prelude music?

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  • 15 minutes
  • 30 minutes
  • 60 minutes
Question 56 of 87

57 True or False: The pre-ceremony sound check is the only time to check/adjust microphone volume levels

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  • True
  • False
Question 57 of 87

58 Why do you ask the officiant for their “final words before the recessional song”?

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  • So you can clap for the couple
  • So you can start the recessional song at the right time
  • So you can tell the coordinator/planner/manager
Question 58 of 87

59 Is the cocktail hour part of the wedding ceremony or the reception?

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  • Wedding ceremony
  • Reception
Question 59 of 87

60 How long should your cocktail hour playlist be?

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  • 30 minutes
  • 60 minutes
  • 25% longer than the timeline calls for
Question 60 of 87

61 When you are eating a vendor meal in a separate room you are:

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  • On stage
  • Off stage
Question 61 of 87

62 When the father of the bride comes up to you behind your DJ table to ask a question, you both are:

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  • On stage
  • Off stage
Question 62 of 87

63 When you have a conversation with the photographer on the dancefloor you are:

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  • On stage
  • Off stage
Question 63 of 87

64 How much attention should the cake cutting get?

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  • Very little
  • A medium amount
  • A lot
  • depends on the couple. Some want it to get more, some want it to get less
Question 64 of 87

65 When making announcements you should:

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  • Lower the music volume
  • Keep the music the same volume
  • Raise the music volume
Question 65 of 87

66 Why should you coach speech/toast givers on handling a microphone?

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  • It helps them be successful
  • It helps the signal/noise ratio (reducing feedback)
  • It helps guests hear them better
  • All of the above
  • None of the above
Question 66 of 87

67 True or False: Making sure the parents are in the room (or nearby) before announcing their special dance helps to facilitate a seamless transition

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  • True
  • False
Question 67 of 87

68 What should you do during the parent dances?

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  • Look at the dancers and smile
  • Check text messages
  • Look down at your controller to avoid eye contact
Question 68 of 87

69 True or False: Your job as a DJ is to get the most people dancing for the most amount of time

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  • True
  • False
Question 69 of 87

70 Generally speaking, how often will you reset the dance floor?

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  • 10-20 minutes
  • 30-45 minutes
  • 60-90 minutes
Question 70 of 87

71 How many beats does a jump cue typically last?

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  • 2
  • 4
  • 8
  • 16
Question 71 of 87

72 For a clap cue, you should:

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  • Tell everyone to clap and go back to playing music
  • Tell everyone to clap, then say clap on the beat to get them started
  • Just start clapping and hope they catch on
Question 72 of 87

73 What is a benefit of the sing cue?

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  • It builds trust and connection between the DJ and the crowd, increasing the energy
  • It gets one person to sing on the microphone
  • It lets you transition to another song
Question 73 of 87

74 Which of the following does NOT help you look more confident?

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  • Using large body language/gestures
  • Making eye contact
  • Smiling authentically
  • Folding your arms
  • Speaking clearly
Question 74 of 87

75 Which action does NOT help you be more curious?

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  • Taking risks
  • Telling someone that you're right and they're wrong
  • Asking questions
  • Trying to learn from people that are different from you
Question 75 of 87

76 When a dance party isn’t going well:

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  • You accept that they aren't fun people and stop trying
  • You continue to try different techniques to get the party started
  • You message your DJ friends and talk bad about the crowd to feel better about yourself
Question 76 of 87

77 Which of the following should you NOT include in your client planning meetings?

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  • Reviewing the event timeline
  • Discussing how they want the event to feel?
  • Discussing what they have liked/disliked from events they've attended
  • How many calories you burn each day
Question 77 of 87

78 True or False: Replying to client messages quickly helps to build trust

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  • True
  • False
Question 78 of 87

79 Which is NOT a coomon source of repeat business for DJs?

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  • Venues
  • Planners
  • Photographers
  • Electricians
  • None of the above
Question 79 of 87

80 When you arrive on site for an event you should:

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  • Load all your equipment in first then go get a snack
  • Walk in and communicate with the event/venue manager, planner, and/or client
  • Text another DJ the list of requests for the event
Question 80 of 87

81 Which is NOT a benefit of reaching out to planners several weeks before an event?

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  • It builds trust
  • It avoids problems
  • It manages expectations
  • It gets you home earlier after the event is over
  • It allows you to advocate for your client
Question 81 of 87

82 What’s an easy way to build trust with guests

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  • Cool shoes
  • Communication
  • Sitting down in the corner, checking text messages
Question 82 of 87

83 Do all crowds with the same demographics respond the same way?

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  • No, every crowd is a different crowd
  • Yes, it's pretty easy navigate
Question 83 of 87

84 Which is NOT a way to get familiar with more songs?

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  • Listening to a weekly updated top 40 playlist
  • Listening to musical genres you "don't like"
  • Listening to full albums by artists your clients like
  • Listening to your favorite music from high school and college
  • Listening to a different radio station than you're used to
Question 84 of 87

85 Which is NOT indicator that you are familiar with a song?

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  • You can sing/hum along with the chorus of the song
  • You see the song title in a crate and know what kind of danceable energy it has
  • You play it at an event because someone told you it was a good song
Question 85 of 87

86 Which is the correct mindset?

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  • Play to the crowd, not to individuals
  • Play to individuals, not to the crowd
Question 86 of 87

87 True or False: It’s a good idea to program a challenging request before a formality, planned dance floor reset, or a banger (song likely to get everyone excited)

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  • True
  • False
Question 87 of 87

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