Description : Capacitance is the property of an electric circuit opposing a change in the _____________. A. current in the circuit B. voltage in the circuit C. inductance in the circuit D. resistance in the circuit
Last Answer : Answer: B
Description : Inductance is the property of an electric circuit that _____________. A. opposes any change in the applied voltage B. opposes any change in the current flow through the circuit C. aids any changes in the applied voltage D. aids any changes in the current through the circuit
Description : In a series circuit, which value will remain unchanged at all places in the circuit? A. Voltage B. Current C. Resistance D. Inductance
Description : What is the relation between voltage and current in AC circuit containing only inductance?
Last Answer : Current (I) is lags behind the voltage by 90°. I = V/XL amps. XL = 2πfL ohms. P = I * V * cosϕ watts. (Where cosϕ is 90 because current lags behind voltage by 90°. So cosϕ 90° = 0) ∴ P = I * V * 0 = 0 watts.
Description : If a fuse of correct size and type blows frequently, ________________. A. try the next higher amperage rating B. try the next lower amperage rating C. look for trouble within the circuit D. reduce the applied voltage 10%
Last Answer : Answer: C
Description : Define the followings. Insulation level, Rated short circuit breaking current, Making current, Short time rating, Impulse withstand voltage, Power frequency withstand voltage .
Last Answer : Insulation level - it is the combination of rated voltage, the corresponding impulse withstand voltage, which together characterize the insulation of the equipment as regards its ability to withstand ... wave of power frequency (50 Hz) which the insulation of equipment should withstand.
Description : AC circuits possess characteristics of resistance, inductance, and capacitance. The capacitive reactance of a circuit is expressed in _____________. A. ohms B. mhos C. henrys D. farads
Last Answer : Answer: A
Description : Capacitance grading of cable implies (a) use of dielectrics of different permeabilities (b) grading according to capacitance of cables per km length (c) cables using single dielectric in different ... introduced at different lengths to counter the effect of inductance (e) none of the above
Last Answer : (a) use of dielectrics of different permeabilities
Description : Three factors responsible for the change in voltage as load is applied to an AC generator are: 1) the drop in resistance in the armature circuit, 2) the change in flux, and 3) the ____________. A. armature winding speed B. inductance load drop C. coil pitch factor D. armature reactance voltage drop
Last Answer : Answer: D
Description : Which of the following precautions should be taken when a blown fuse, rated at 10 amperes, is replaced? A. Short out the fuse before removing it from the circuit. B. Use needle-nose pliers to ... D. Fuses of 10 ampere rating and less are virtually harmless when energized and may be handled freely.
Description : Which of the following statements is true concerning stepdown transformer operation? A. The inductance on the primary side is the same as the inductance on the secondary side. B. The voltage to the primary ... . D. The voltage to the primary side is greater than the voltage from the secondary side.
Description : An increase in which of the listed conditions will increase the speed of a synchronous motor? A. Frequency B. Voltage C. Armature current D. Inductance
Description : The self-inductance of a long solenoid with a turns per unit length is: a. L = μ nA/ l b. L = μ n2 A/ l c. L = μ n2 A l d. L = μ n l/ A
Last Answer : d. L = μ n l/ A
Description : An a.c series circuit has resistance of 10ohm, inductance of 0.1H and capacitance of 10µf, voltage applied to circuit is 200V. find (i) Resonant frequency (ii) Current at resonance (iii) Power at resonance
Last Answer : Solution: For RLC series circuit
Description : Which of the following statements concerning AC circuits is correct? A. The power factor of a resistive circuit is always zero. B. True power in an inductive circuit always equals apparent power. ... . D. Total opposition to the flow of alternating current depends upon the amount of reactive power.
Description : AC and DC generators are similar in that they _____________. A. both generate alternating voltages B. both rectify the voltage before delivery C. are constructed at the same physical size for the same kilowatt rating D. both supply three-phase power
Description : The distance between a generator and its load is 100 feet. What would be the approximate total voltage drop across a two wire supply cable if the current were 5.5 amperes and the resistance of the wire were 2.525 ohms per 1,000 feet? A. 0.5 volts B. 1.38 volts C. 1.90 volts D. 2.77 volts
Description : Two transformers operating in parallel will share the load depending upon their (A) Rating. (B) Leakage reactance. (C) Efficiency. (D) Per-unit impedance.
Last Answer : Ans: A Transformers having higher kVA rating will share more load.
Description : How do you select a cable size (Cu & Al) for a particular load?
Last Answer : Answer:At first calculate the electrical current of the load, after that derate the electrical current considering derating factor(depending on site condition and laying of cable) after choose the cable size ... catalog of selecting cable) if voltage drop>3% then choose next higher size of cable.
Description : A fuse that blows often should be replaced only with a fuse of _____________. A. the recommended current and voltage rating B. higher current and voltage rating C. higher current and lower voltage rating D. lower current and higher voltage rating
Description : In accordance with Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), a circuit breaker located in the machinery space and installed in a 440V AC system must _____________. A. be dependent upon mechanical ... the maximum asymmetrical shortcircuit current available at the point of application D. all of the above
Description : As shown in the illustration, the circuit has been on the line for several days when component 'E1' burns out. The operator receives an alarm, switches over 'B' to energize the standby ... than required for the circuit therefore limiting the current through the alarm relay which will not pick up
Description : Find the equivalent inductance per foot of the above cable? A. 13.5 nF/ft B. 13.5 pF/ft C. 116.8 nH/ft D. 116.8 pF/ft
Last Answer : C. 116.8 nH/ft
Description : A device which can be used to check the calibration of a circuit breaker is a _________________. A. 500 volt megohmmeter B. portable low voltage high current testing unit C. standard digital multimeter D. clamp-on voltmeter
Description : What is indicated by gradual blackening at the ends of component 'C' shown in the illustration? EL-0081 A. The unit is in danger of exploding. B. The tube is nearing the end of its useful life. C. The circuit voltage is too high. D. The circuit current is too high.
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 : Which of the following determines the characteristics of a transmission line? A. Inductance B. Capacitance C. Physical dimension D. Length
Last Answer : C. Physical dimension
Description : Which of the following statements about copper wire sized by the AWG rating is correct? A. Number 12 AWG wire has a higher current rating than number 10 AWG wire. B. Number 10 AWG wire has a higher ... Number 12 AWG wire at 25°C has more resistance per 1000 feet than No. 10 AWG wire at 25°C.
Description : Which of the following statements concerning copper wire sized by AWG numbers is correct? A. Number 12 AWG wire has a higher current rating than 10 AWG wire. B. Number 12 AWG wire at 25°C has more ... dielectric strength than 12 AWG wire. D. Number 12 AWG wire is larger than number 10 AWG wire.
Description : When charging a 100 amp-hour lead-acid battery, ___________. A. the temperature of the electrolyte should not be allowed to exceed 90°F B. the charging rate should be no greater than 125% of the ... nearing full charge and it will be necessary to reduce the charging current to a low finishing rate
Description : In the illustration, the component labeled 'EXC' is _______. EL-0003 A. a separate class II regulated DC generator for critical direct current loads B. a generator feeding the FLD ... to drive the governor for turbogenerator speed. D. the electronic driver for the switchboard metering circuits
Description : The formula for computing impedance in a series circuit containing resistance, capacitance, and inductance is _____________. [ NOTE: the symbol * stands for 'multiplied by' ] A. Z = RT + XL + XC B. Z = R + XL - XC C. Z * Z = R * R + (XL - XC) * (XL - XC) D. Z = R * R + (XL * XC) - (XL * XC)
Description : AC circuits develop resistance, inductance, and capacitance. The inductive reactance of a circuit is expressed in _____________. A. ohms B. mhos C. henrys D. farads
Description : The opposition to the establishment of magnetic lines of force in a magnetic circuit is called the circuit's _______. A. resistance B. reluctance C. impedance D. inductance
Description : How do we select a cable for a machine as per standards? Is there is any standard to select a cable as per voltage, or as per KVA and as per amps ratings?
Last Answer : Cable size depends upon current carrying capacity and voltage to withstand, to select cable size we must have knowledge of load of machine and operating voltage
Description : The basic measuring unit of inductance is the _________. A. coulomb B. ohm C. farad D. henry
Description : Low voltage releases as used in some shipboard motor starter and control equipment will have which of the following characteristics? A. They trip circuit contactors when the motor starts to overspeed. B. ... coil of the starter. D. They allow the motor to restart upon restoration of normal voltage.
Description : The circuit shows a resistance, `R=0.01Omega` and inductance L=3mH connected toa conducting rod PQ of length l=wm which can slide on a perfectly condu
Last Answer : The circuit shows a resistance, `R=0.01Omega` and inductance L=3mH connected toa conducting rod PQ of length l= ... (inN-m) at t=(0.3In 2) second.
Description : The circuit shows a resistance, `R=0.01Omega` and inductance L=3mH connected to a conducting rod PQ of length l=wm which can slide on a perfectly cond
Last Answer : The circuit shows a resistance, `R=0.01Omega` and inductance L=3mH connected to a conducting rod PQ of length ... (inN-m) at t=(0.3In 2) second.
Description : On what factor voltage rating of the capacitor depend?
Last Answer : The voltage rating of the capacitor depends on the distance between the plates of the capacitor. If the voltage exceeds, the electrons across the space between the plates can result in permanent damage to the capacitor.
Description : If 200w, 100 w and 60 w lamps connected in series with 230V AC , which lamp glow brighter? Each lamp voltage rating is 230V.
Last Answer : Each bulb when independently working will have currents (W/V= I) For 200 Watt Bulb current (I200) =200/230=0.8696 A For 100 Watt Bulb current (I100) =100/230=0.4348 A ... current through it. So minimum power dissipated across it as min current X equal Voltage across =s min power dissipation
Description : What factors go into determining a country's human developing index (HDI) rating?
Last Answer : literacy and education;; and life expectancy
Description : What is the voltage in a 30 and Omega circuit with a power rating of 480W?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : A three-phase synchronous motor has a terminal voltage of 460 V and a terminal current of 120 A at a power factor of 0.95 lagging, synchronous reactance of 1.68 ohm and the field current is 47 A. The field to armature mutual ... _____________. (a). 20mH (b). 16mH (c). 24mH (d). 22mH
Last Answer : 22
Description : In the illustration if BRANCH NO. 1 is a lighting circuit for crew's berthing, Federal Regulations (46 CFR) require the maximum fuse rating for that branch to be _________. EL-0013 A. 80% of the connected load B. 15 amps C. 20 amps D. 30 amps
Description : In the illustration if BRANCH NO. 1 is a lighting circuit for crew's berthing, 46 CFR requires the maximum fuse rating for that branch to be _________. EL-0013 A. 15 amps B. 80% of the connected load C. 20 amps D. 30 amps
Description : Brush sparking during commutation may be caused by ________. A. eddy currents in the armature core B. laminations in the generator field pieces C. induced current opposite to coil inductance D. coil inductance discharge occurring at commutation
Description : Alternating current circuits develop resistance, inductance, and capacitance. The capacitance of individual capacitors is expressed in _____________. A. ohms B. mhos C. henrys D. farads
Description : Alternating current circuits develop resistance, inductance and capacitance. The inductance of a coil is expressed in _____________. A. ohms B. mhos C. henrys D. farads
Description : To provide its unique characteristics to analog circuits, the operational amplifier is made up of a/an ______________. A. voltage amp, current amp and output amp B. input amp, power amp and output amp C. scaling amp, power amp and voltage amp D. differential amp, voltage amp and output amp