Question

1. your monitor is black. however, you have lights on the front of your system unit. what should you do?

push all the power cords into the backs of the devices and make sure all power cords are plugged into an electrical outlet that works.
give up and use paper and pencil.
buy a new computer.
call a repair shop.

Explanation:

If the monitor is black but there are lights on the front of the system unit, it could be a connection issue. Checking the power cords (pushing them in properly and ensuring they are plugged into a working outlet) is a basic and logical first - step troubleshooting measure. Giving up is not a practical solution. Buying a new computer is an extreme measure without first checking for simple issues. Calling a repair shop might be needed later, but checking the cords is a more immediate and simple fix to try first.

Answer:

Push all the power cords into the backs of the devices and make sure all power cords are plugged into an electrical outlet that works.