Description : External shunts are sometimes used with ammeters to _______. A. increase meter sensitivity B. permit shunts with larger resistances to be utilized C. prevent damage to the meter movement from heat generated by the shunt D. enable the construction of a compact meter with a virtually unlimited range
Last Answer : Answer: C
Description : If the approximate voltage to be measured in a circuit is not known, you should _____________. A. use the lowest voltage range on the voltmeter B. connect the meter in series with the circuit C. only have to calibrate the meter before using it D. use the highest voltage range on the voltmeter
Last Answer : Answer: D
Description : A transmission line of unknown impedance is terminated with two different resistances, and an SWR is measured each time. With a 75 Ω termination, the SWR measures 1.5. With a 300 Ω termination, it measures 2.67. What is the impedance of the line? A. 100 Ω B. 212 Ω C. 300 Ω D. 112 Ω
Last Answer : D. 112 Ω
Last Answer : Resistances can be measured with the help of ohmmeters and resistance bridges.
Description : If a circuit has resistances of 5, 10, and 20 ohms connected in parallel, what is the combined resistance of the circuit? A. 1.5 ohms B. 2.9 ohms C. 17.5 ohms D. 35.0 ohms
Last Answer : Answer: B
Description : The ground indicating light on the main electrical switchboard is indicating a ground. The best procedure for locating the grounded circuit is to _____________. A. trace the circuit paths while looking for ... a time, until the lights no longer indicate a ground D. check all circuits for continuity
Description : What is the current through R2 of the circuit illustrated if the resistances of R1 is 2 ohms, R2 is 4 ohms, and R3 is 4 ohms with a 6 volt battery? EL-0021 A. 0.5 amp B. 1.5 amps C. 3.0 amps D. 6 amps
Description : The total resistance of a parallel circuit is always ____________. A. larger than that of the branch with the greatest resistance B. smaller than that of the branch with the lowest resistance C ... resistances D. equal to the sum of the individual branch resistances divided by the number of branches
Description : How much current will flow in the illustrated circuit if the supply is 24 volts and the resistances of R1 is 3 ohms, R2 is 4 ohms, and R3 is 5 ohms? EL-0020 A. 2 amps B. 6 amps C. 8 amps D. 10 amps
Last Answer : Answer: A
Description : What is the total power consumed by the illustrated circuit if the supply is 24 volts and the resistances of R1 is 3 ohms, R2 is 4 ohms, and R3 is 5 ohms? EL-0020 A. 2 watts B. 12 watts C. 48 watts D. 288 watts
Description : Which of the following statements concerning a simple parallel resistance circuit is correct? A. The voltage drop across each resistor is the same. B. The total current flow equals the reciprocal ... resistances. D. The total voltage equals the sum of the individual voltages across each resistance.
Description : The total resistance of a parallel circuit is always ____________. A. larger than the greatest branch resistance B. smaller than the lowest branch resistance C. equal to the sum of the individual branch resistances D. one-half the sum of the individual branch resistances
Description : You are given two resistances `R_(1)` and `R_(2)`. By using them singly, in series and in parallel, you can obtain four resistances of `1.5Omega, 2Ome
Last Answer : You are given two resistances `R_(1)` and `R_(2)`. By using them singly, in series and in parallel ... .5Omega` C. `3Omega,5Omega` D. `2Omega, 6Omega`
Description : Conductor resistance may be INDIRECTLY measured by using a/an _____________. A. voltmeter only B. ammeter only C. voltmeter and an ammeter D. ohmmeter only
Description : When troubleshooting most electronic circuits, 'loading effect' can be minimized by using a voltmeter with a/an ___________________. A. input impedance much greater than the impedance across which the voltage ... sensitivity of less than 1000 ohms/volt D. sensitivity of more than 1000 volts/ohm
Description : Before using an all-purpose electric measuring instrument (multimeter) utilizing internal batteries to supply power for resistance measurements, you should FIRST ____________. A. remove one of the ... batteries C. calibrate using a known external resistance D. select the proper resistance range
Description : When measuring AC current flow, you must always connect the meter _____________. A. in series with the power source and load B. in parallel with the power source and load C. insuring correct polarity D. using the lowest range possible to prevent instrument damage
Description : Which of the listed statements is correct when using an analog multimeter as an ohmmeter? A. The pointer should be adjusted to zero each time a new resistance range is selected. B. The ... C. Ohmmeters are not sufficiently sized to measure conductor insulation resistance. D. All of the above.
Description : Which of the following precautions should be taken when troubleshooting various power circuits using a common solenoid-type mechanical voltage tester (wiggins)? A. Never use this tester on circuits greater ... voltage expected in the circuit in order to prevent damage from an off-scale reading.
Description : When a range of mountains can be measured tens to hundreds of kilometers in length as well as width and is located near an active tectonic plate boundary or coast, it is called a _____.?
Last Answer : mountain belt
Description : Two cells connected in series have electromotive force of 1.5 V each. Their internal resistances are `0.5 Omega` and `0.25 Omega` respectively. This c
Last Answer : Two cells connected in series have electromotive force of 1.5 V each. Their internal ... potential differnce across the terminals of each cell.
Description : Two cells of emf of 1.5 V and 2.0 V having internal resistances of `1 Omega` and `2 Omega`, respectively are connected in parallel so as to send curre
Last Answer : Two cells of emf of 1.5 V and 2.0 V having internal resistances of `1 Omega` and `2 Omega` ... of `5 Omega`. Find the current in the external circuit.
Description : When a current of 0.5 A is passed through two resistances in series, the potential difference between the ends of the series arrangement is 12.5 V. On
Last Answer : When a current of 0.5 A is passed through two resistances in series, the potential difference between ... ends is 6 V. Calculate the two resistances.
Description : Find the potential difference between the points A and B in the circuit shown in Fig. 4.66. Internal resistances of the cells are negligible.
Last Answer : Find the potential difference between the points A and B in the circuit shown in Fig. 4.66. Internal resistances of the cells are negligible.
Description : A combination of four resistances is shown in Fig. 4.59. Calculate the potential difference between the points P and Q, and the values of currents flo
Last Answer : A combination of four resistances is shown in Fig. 4.59. Calculate the potential difference ... of currents flowing in the different resistances.
Description : Given three resistances of `30 Omega` each. How can they be connected to given a total resistance of (i) `90 Omega (ii) 10 Omega (iii) 45 Omega` ?
Last Answer : Given three resistances of `30 Omega` each. How can they be connected to given a total resistance of (i) `90 Omega (ii) 10 Omega (iii) 45 Omega` ?
Description : How can the resistances of `2Omega, 3 Omega " and " 6 Omega` be connected to give an effective resistance of `4 Omega` ?
Last Answer : How can the resistances of `2Omega, 3 Omega " and " 6 Omega` be connected to give an effective resistance of `4 Omega` ?
Description : Two wires of different materials have resistances in the ratio `4 : 3`, lengths in the ratio `2 : 1` but have same radii of cross-section. Compare the
Last Answer : Two wires of different materials have resistances in the ratio `4 : 3`, lengths in the ... same radii of cross-section. Compare their resistivities.
Description : Two wires of the same material have resistances in the ratio ` 16 : 81` and lengths in the ratio ` 1 : 4`. Compare their radii of cross-section.
Last Answer : Two wires of the same material have resistances in the ratio ` 16 : 81` and lengths in the ratio ` 1 : 4`. Compare their radii of cross-section.
Description : A metallic wire of length 1 m is stretched to duble its length. Calculate the ratio of its initial and final resistances assuming that there is no cha
Last Answer : A metallic wire of length 1 m is stretched to duble its length. Calculate the ratio of its ... there is no change in its density on stretching.
Description : Two wires of the same materical having equal area of cross-section have L and 2L. Their respective resistances are in the ratio
Last Answer : Two wires of the same materical having equal area of cross-section have L and 2L. Their respective resistances are in the ... `1:1` C. `1:2` D. `1:3`
Description : Two resistors of resistances `2Omega` and `6Omega` are connected in parallel. This combination is then connected to a battery of emf 2 V and internal
Last Answer : Two resistors of resistances `2Omega` and `6Omega` are connected in parallel. This combination is then connected to a ... . `(4)/(17)A` D. `1 A`
Description : Three resistances `2 Omega, 3 Omega` and `4 Omega` are connected in parallel. The ratio of currents passing through them when a potential difference i
Last Answer : Three resistances `2 Omega, 3 Omega` and `4 Omega` are connected in parallel. The ratio of currents passing through them ... ` C. `4:3:2` D. `6:4:3`
Description : `A, B` and `C` are voltmeters of resistances `R, 1.5R` and `3R` respectively. When some potential difference is applied between `x` and `y` the voltme
Last Answer : `A, B` and `C` are voltmeters of resistances `R, 1.5R` and `3R` respectively. When some potential difference is ... )` D. `V_(A)ne V_(B)ne V_(C )`
Description : Two batteries of emf `epsilon_(1)` and `epsilon_(2) (epsilon_(2)gtepsilon_(1)` and internal resistances `r_(1)` and `r_(2)` respectively are connected
Last Answer : Two batteries of emf `epsilon_(1)` and `epsilon_(2) (epsilon_(2)gtepsilon_(1)` and internal resistances ... internal resistances `r_(1)` and `r_(2)`
Description : In the given network of resistances, the effective resistance between A and B is
Last Answer : In the given network of resistances, the effective resistance between A and B is A. `(5)/(3)R` B. `(8)/(3)R` C. 5R D. 8R
Description : Two resistances are connected in the two gaps of a meter bridge. The balance point is `20 cm` from the zero end. When a resistance `15 Omega` is conne
Last Answer : Two resistances are connected in the two gaps of a meter bridge. The balance point is `20 cm` from the zero end. ... the value. A. 3 B. 6 C. 9 D. 12
Description : In the given circuit, the resistances are given in ohm. The current through the `10Omega` resistance is 3 A while that through the resistance X is 1 A
Last Answer : In the given circuit, the resistances are given in ohm. The current through the `10Omega` resistance is 3 A while ... and 6 C. 6 and 12 D. 6 and 6
Description : The masses of the three wires of copper are in the ratio `5:3:1` and their lengths are in the ratio `1:3:5`. The ratio of their electrical resistances
Last Answer : The masses of the three wires of copper are in the ratio `5:3:1` and their lengths are in the ratio `1:3:5`. The ... ):15:1` C. `1:15:125` D. `1:3:5`
Last Answer : `A, B` and `C` are voltmeters of resistances `R, 1.5R` and `3R` respectively. When some potential difference is ... )gtV_(3)` D. `V_(1)gtV_(2)=V_(3)`
Description : Four resistances are connected in a circuit in the given figure. The electric cirrent flowing through `4 ohm` and `6 ohm` resistance is respectively
Last Answer : Four resistances are connected in a circuit in the given figure. The electric cirrent flowing through `4 ohm` and `6 ... 1 A and 1 A D. 2 A and 2 A
Description : Two resistances are joined in parallel whose resultant is `6//8 ohm`. One of the resistance wire is broken and the effective resistance becomes `2 Ome
Last Answer : Two resistances are joined in parallel whose resultant is `6//8 ohm`. One of the resistance wire is broken and the ... /5` B. 2 C. `6//5` D. 3
Description : If electric resistance is to be decreased, then the number of resistances should be connected in – (1) Series (2) Parallel (3) Mixed arrangement (4) None of these
Last Answer : (2) Parallel Explanation: Resistors are in parallel when each resistor is connected directly to the voltage source by connecting wires having riegligible resistance. Each resistor thus has the full voltage ... same full voltage of the source applied to it, but divide the total current amongst them
Description : Which of the following circuit elements is used to 'block' DC in an electronic circuit? (1) Resistances (2) Capacitance (3) Inductance (4) Diode
Last Answer : (2) Capacitance Explanation: A capacitor (originally known as condenser) is a passive two-terminal electrical component used to store energy in an electric field. Capacitors are widely used ... electric power transmission systems for stabilizing voltage and power flow, and for many other purposes.
Description : During the washing of cake (A) All the resistances are constant (B) Filter medium resistance increases (C) Filter medium resistance decreases (D) Cake resistance decreases
Last Answer : (A) All the resistances are constant
Description : All resistances during washing of cake (A) Increases (B) Decreases (C) Remain constant (D) None of these
Last Answer : (C) Remain constant
Description : Three resistances 20 Ω, 30 Ω and 60 Ω are connected in parallel, their combined resistance is given by A. 110 Ω B. 50 Ω C. 20 Ω D. 10 Ω
Last Answer : 10 Ω
Description : Sum of e.m.f around any loop equals A. sum of current B. sum of potential difference C. sum of resistances D. sum of charges passing through it per second
Last Answer : sum of potential difference
Description : Heat flux through several resistances in series in analogous to the current flowing through several (A) Resistances in parallel (B) Capacitors in series (C) Resistances in series (D) None of these
Last Answer : (C) Resistances in series