Electricity Exam Flashcards

1
Q

Gold is considered a good insulator.

A

False

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2
Q

What is a measure of electric current?

A

Amperage

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3
Q

What is the name for the technology that converts sunlight into electricity?

A

Photovoltaics

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4
Q

What is the name for an electrical cable consisting of a flexible metal covering?

A

BX Cable

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5
Q

What is another name for electrical potential difference or “electrical pressure”?

A

Voltage

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6
Q

NEC stands for . ..

A

National Electrical Code

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7
Q

Ohm’s Law establishes the relationship between:

A

Voltage, current, and resistance

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8
Q

A complete conduction path that carries electrical current from a source of electricity to and through some electrical device and back to the sources called :

A

An electrical circuit

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9
Q

Consumption of electricity in the US has gone down over time due to the increased efficiency of lighting and appliances.

A

False

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10
Q

What is the matching electrical unit for energy:

A

Watt Hour

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11
Q

What is the matching electrical unit for power:

A

Watt

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12
Q

“Romex” is a type of:

A

Non metallic sheathed cable(typically used in small buildings).

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13
Q

The frequency of AC current in the US is 60 cycles per second.

A

True

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14
Q

Wind turbines generate electricity with steam generators.

A

False

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15
Q

What are 3 general code requirements for outlets in a room?

A
  1. Minimum number of outlets in a room.
  2. Maximum number of receptacles per unit.
  3. Maximum horizontal distance between receptacles in a room.
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16
Q

What is the main advantage of AC current?

A

It can be sent long distance more easily than DC.

17
Q

New homes are typically wired with haw many amps?

A

200-400

18
Q

What is the standard system of measuring wire sizes in the US?

A

Brown & Sharpe wire Guage of (AWG)

19
Q

Which of the following is NOT considered a type of electrical conduit:

A

FX

20
Q

Which of the following is NOT considered a conductor:

A

Glass

21
Q

Which of the following system voltages is most likely to be used as the primary distribution system in a large commercial or institutional building:

A

277/480 volt - Three phase