What is the primary function of a circuit breaker?
- A) To increase voltage
- B) To decrease current
- C) To prevent electrical overload
- D) To connect circuits
C) To prevent electrical overload
What is the unit of electrical resistance?
- A) Volt
- B) Ampere
- C) Ohm
- D) Watt
C) Ohm
Which tool is commonly used to measure electrical current?
- A) Voltmeter
- B) Ammeter
- C) Ohmmeter
- D) Oscilloscope
B) Ammeter
In a residential electrical system, what color is typically used for the ground wire?
- A) Black
- B) Red
- C) Green
- D) White
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>C) Green</p> </div>
What does AC stand for in electrical terms?
- A) Alternating Current
- B) Ampere Current
- C) Active Current
- D) Alternative Current
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>A) Alternating Current</p> </div>
What is the standard voltage for household electrical outlets in the United States?
- A) 120V
- B) 220V
- C) 240V
- D) 110V
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>A) 120V</p> </div>
Which device converts AC to DC?
- A) Transformer
- B) Rectifier
- C) Inverter
- D) Generator
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) Rectifier</p> </div>
What is the function of a fuse in an electrical circuit?
- A) To increase current
- B) To protect the circuit by breaking the connection in case of overload
- C) To convert AC to DC
- D) To decrease voltage
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) To protect the circuit by breaking the connection in case of overload</p> </div>
Which of the following is a type of electrical conduit used for wiring?
- A) PVC
- B) Copper
- C) Aluminum
- D) Gold
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>A) PVC</p> </div>
What does the term “short circuit” refer to?
- A) A connection that completes the circuit
- B) A circuit with too much resistance
- C) A direct connection between the positive and negative sides of the power source
- D) A circuit with too little resistance
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>C) A direct connection between the positive and negative sides of the power source</p> </div>
What is the purpose of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)?
- A) To prevent electrical fires
- B) To detect ground faults and interrupt the circuit
- C) To regulate voltage levels
- D) To increase electrical current
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) To detect ground faults and interrupt the circuit</p> </div>
Which component is used to control the flow of current in a circuit?
- A) Resistor
- B) Capacitor
- C) Inductor
- D) Switch
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>D) Switch</p> </div>
What is the function of a transformer in an electrical system?
- A) To store electrical energy
- B) To increase or decrease voltage
- C) To convert AC to DC
- D) To measure electrical resistance
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) To increase or decrease voltage</p> </div>
In electrical terms, what does the abbreviation ‘kW’ stand for?
- A) KiloWatt
- B) KiloWatt-hour
- C) KiloWire
- D) KiloWattage
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>A) KiloWatt</p> </div>
Which of the following is a renewable energy source commonly used by electricians?
- A) Coal
- B) Natural Gas
- C) Solar Power
- D) Nuclear Power
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>C) Solar Power</p> </div>
What is the main purpose of an electrical panel or breaker box?
- A) To measure electrical usage
- B) To distribute electrical power to different circuits
- C) To store electrical energy
- D) To convert AC to DC
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) To distribute electrical power to different circuits</p> </div>
What does a voltmeter measure?
- A) Current
- B) Resistance
- C) Voltage
- D) Power
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>C) Voltage</p> </div>
Which type of current is supplied to most homes and businesses?
- A) Direct Current (DC)
- B) Alternating Current (AC)
- C) Pulsating Current
- D) Static Current
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) Alternating Current (AC)</p> </div>
What does the abbreviation ‘LED’ stand for in lighting technology?
- A) Light Emitting Device
- B) Light Emitting Diode
- C) Low Energy Device
- D) Light Energy Diode
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) Light Emitting Diode</p> </div>
In a three-phase electrical system, how many wires are typically used?
- A) 2
- B) 3
- C) 4
- D) 5
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>C) 4</p> </div>
What is the symbol for resistance in an electrical circuit?
- A) V
- B) I
- C) R
- D) P
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>C) R</p> </div>
Which law states that the current through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the voltage across the two points?
- A) Ohm’s Law
- B) Kirchhoff’s Law
- C) Faraday’s Law
- D) Coulomb’s Law
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>A) Ohm’s Law</p> </div>
What type of circuit allows multiple devices to be connected along the same pathway?
- A) Series Circuit
- B) Parallel Circuit
- C) Complex Circuit
- D) Open Circuit
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) Parallel Circuit</p> </div>
What is the main purpose of an insulator in an electrical system?
- A) To conduct electricity
- B) To resist electrical flow
- C) To store electrical energy
- D) To increase voltage
<button class=”acc”>Show Answer</button><div class=”pnl”> <p>B) To resist electrical flow</p>