Section: A+ Essentials

30) Which of the following steps happen first in the laser printing cycle?

1. Writing the image onto the drum
   
2. Paper feed
   
3. Fusing
   
4. Charging the drum
   

Although the very first step is the Cleaning phase, out of the choices presented, the charging phase (also known as the conditioning phase) is the earliest phase in the process.

Exam Objective: 4.9 Given a scenario, troubleshoot printers with appropriate tools.