CIW Chapter 2 Flashcards

1
Q

A ___ is a device used to remove insulation from small diameter wire.

A

Wire stripper

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2
Q

___ ratings are used to identify an instruments range of appropriate applications

A

CAT

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3
Q

A(n) ___ is an electrical test instrument that measures the amount of current and electrical circuit

A

ammeter

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4
Q

A hand conduit bender is used to bend conduit and sizes ranging from 1/2” to ___

A

2”

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5
Q

Side-cutting pliers are also know as ___ pliers

A

Lineman’s

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6
Q

Basic digital multimeters (DMMs) measure voltage, current, and ___.

A

resistance

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7
Q

Insulated hand tools are rated for a maximum use of ___ V.

A

1000

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8
Q

With and circuit operating at ___ V or more, rubber insulation gloves and eye protection must be worn as a minimum.

A

50

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9
Q

Battery-powered cable cutters can cut aluminum and soft ___ cables up to 2” in diameter.

A

copper

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10
Q

A ___ drill is a drill that rotates and drives simultaneously.

A

hammer

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11
Q

In-line current measurements must be limited to circuits known to have currents less than ___ A.

A

10

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12
Q

High ___ measurements are measured in k ohms or M ohms.

A

resistance

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13
Q

A ___ is used to safely remove fuses from electrical boxes and cabinets

A

fuse puller

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14
Q

A laser distance meter uses a ___ emitter/sensor to take measurements

A

ultrasonic

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15
Q

A megohammer produces high ___ and measures the resulting current, which indicates the circuit resistance.

A

voltages

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16
Q

___ vises can be temporarily mounted for light duty work without drilling holes.

A

Chain

17
Q

A ___ is used for cutting and scraping insulation from conductors.

A

electricians knife

18
Q

A ___ is a multipurpose cutting tool in which the blade moves back and forth to create a cutting action.

A

reciprocating saw

19
Q

When insulators are damaged by moisture or overheating, ___

A

resistance decreases

20
Q

___ readings may be affected by the surface material and its condition, such as being dirty, painted, or insulated.

A

Temperature