Current in circuit Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Combustible Liquid - Correct answer-A liquid with a flash point ABOVE 100F 12.5 - Correct answer-If the current flowing out from an electrical panel is 12.5 amps, and it then flows through an electrical load of 1500 watts, what is the amperage of the remaining current flow of the return circuit? 1000 - Correct answer-If a hair dryer draws 8.3amps (in a home with 120-volt service), what is the wattage? *Power (P) = current (I) x voltage (V) Watts = amps x volts 1987 - Correct answer-The y...

The movement of electrons from one atom to another along a conductor is called - Electricity Electric wires can be covered with a material that does not transmit electricity, such as rubber or plastic coating. This material is known as a(n) - Insulator An apparatus that changes direct current to alternating current is a(n) - Inverter The term __________ current refers to a rapid and interrupted current, flowing first in one direction and then in the opposite direction - Alternating The uni...

branch circuit correct answersThat portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final overcurrent device is called the: Calculated load correct answersThe final sum of the computed loads, based on the minimum code requirements, is the Resistance correct answersAs compared to #10, a #8 wire of the same Iength has less: 0.001 inch correct answersOne circular mil is the area of a circle whose diameter is: 1,000,000 cm correct answersA round bus-bar one inch in diameter, has a circular mil ar...

GFCI stands for... - Answer-Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter T/F A galvanic isolator WILL block stray AC. - Answer-False. A galvanic isolator WILL NOT block AC. It will only blocks stray DC that is moving through the green grounding conductor. T/F An isolation transformer makes a galvanic isolator unnecessary. - Answer-True. An isolation transformer works through electromagnetic _________. - Answer-Induction A reverse polarity indicator is placed between which two wires? Why? - Answer-White...

What is the first thing a tech should do when arriving at a no combustion call? - Answer- Ask how many times the customer reset the unit. What is the best long term solution for preventing a clogged nozzle? - Answer- -Remove any underground storage tanks. -Install a quality oil filter. -Cut the suction line 10" above the tank outlet to prevent sludge. Hot water and steam valves are interchangeable. - Answer- False When in the presence of a flame, a cad cell normally reads.. - Answe...

Zener current will decrease - ANSWER-Refer to figure 1. If the load resistance R2 is reduced by half what happens what happens to zener diode? 4v - ANSWER-Refer to figure 1. The zener diode is designed to breakdown at 6VDC what is the voltage drop across R1 with a constant DC supply of 10VDC 30 rpm - ANSWER-An elevators motor rotates at 1200 rpm at contract speed and is geard at a ratio of 40:1. If the motor turns 40 rpm the sheave turns 1 rpm. What is the actual speed of the drive sheave ...

Level 2 Module 1 Alternating Currents 2:1 What is the step-down turns ratio of a transformer with 200 turns in the primary and 100 turns in the secondary? induced high voltage Opening the secondary of a CT under load will cause a dangerous level of___. 40Hz What is the hertz rating of an AC circuit if the frequency is 20 cycles per 1/2 second? 340V Given: A circuit has an rms voltage of 120VAC. What is the peak-to-peak voltage? 175V A circuit has a peak voltage of 275V....

PICAT Verification Test practice Questions with 100% Correct Answers In making permanent electronic connections, use? [Ans:- soldering iron When current flow is interrupted by a blown fuse, the circuits becomes? [Ans:- Open A standard multimeter does not measure? [Ans:- frequency Electric current flowing from one component to the next is an example of what kind of circuit? [Ans:- Series In order to make an electric current flow, it is necessary to have? [Ans:- Copper conductors ...

At what torque angle of operation does power typically begin to flow from the generator to the system? A) 90 degrees B) 60 degrees C) 30 degrees D) 10 degrees 10 degrees Choose the answer that best describes the operation of a rotor. A) The stationary part of the transmission system. B) A type of superconductor. C) The stationary element of a generator that has its windings connected to the system. D) The excited (energized) field winding that rotates inside the stator to induce current into the...

Which of the following is true with regard to switchboards Switchboards are used to subdivide large blocks of power When installing wiring within switchgear, use self adhesive cable ties every ___. 12" (300mm) The maximum voltage that a piece of equipment can withstand is known as its ____. Basic impulse insulation level (BIL) Bolted pressure switches are often used in place of ___. Circuit breakers A transformer's temperature rise rating refers to ___. The max...