Question

How can a device address bus devices located in a different area?

KNX BasicLearnKNX TopologyMedium
Answer

A — Via the backbone line, which interconnects the areas.

Correct: An area-crossing telegram uses the backbone line to move between areas.

All proposed choices (exam context)
  1. A.Via the backbone line, which interconnects the areas.✓
  2. B.Via the main line only, without the backbone line.
  3. C.Directly, because all areas share one common line.
  4. D.It cannot; devices in different areas can never communicate.
Full bank

Keep going with the full KNX Basic bank

Keep going with the full KNX Basic bank: unlimited timed mock exams, detailed answers, history. From €9 (one-time payment).

See pricing — from €9 →
Want more?

Continue KNX Basic practice

Related questions

Question from our independent practice bank. KNX Basic is a registered trademark of KNX Association, not affiliated with CertifBus.

KNX Basic v2 bank · September 2026

See pricing — from €9
KNX Basic pack · from €9
KNX BASIC

Your next study session starts with 10 questions.

Try the questions and explanations without an account. Then choose an access period that fits your preparation.

+1 / −0.5 / 0 official scoringFR·EN·DE interface and explanations€9 from · one-time payment
Newsletter

Keep your KNX preparation moving

We’ll email you when new KNX questions, a guide or a tool is published. No spam.

Unsubscribe in 1 click. No sharing with third parties.