What is the total power consumed by two incandescent 100 W light bulbs burning at
their normal brilliance? - ANSWER 200 W
Which of the following describes how capacitors affect
AC circuits? - ANSWER Voltage lags current during charging
What type of signal is either a 1 or a 0? - ANSWER Digital
What happens to current in a resistive circuit if the
resistance is doubled? - ANSWER Current drops in half.
How are zener diodes typically used? - ANSWER Zeners filter ripple voltage from
the rectifier.
What type of power regulator is represented by the
circuit in the figure? - ANSWER Linear IC Fixed Series Regulator
Refer to the figure. What inputs are necessary to get a high (1) on the output? -
ANSWER A high (1) on input A and B
In a DC circuit, which is correct about inductors the instant when power is applied? -
ANSWER Current is Maximum
A circuit with parallel branches has 1800 2 in one branch and 900 & in the other.
What is the equivalent
parallel resistance? - ANSWER 600ohms
Refer to the figure. What inputs are necessary to get a low (O) on the output? -
ANSWER A high (1) on input A and B
Which of the following statements is true regarding AC
in a purely capacitive circuit? - ANSWER Current lags voltage by 90 degrees
What distinguishes a rheostat from a potentiometer? - ANSWER Rheostats are
typically two-terminal components.
How many diodes are required to create a full-wave rectifier? - ANSWER 4 diodes
Which of the following conditions will stop current through an SCR after it has been
triggered on? - ANSWER The anode and cathode voltages are equal.
When using a megger to check insulation resistance to ground, which of the
following would be an acceptable