The true power indicated by the pointer movement of a wattmeter depends on the current flow through the load, the magnitude of the potential across the load, and the ____________. A. power factor of the load B. angle of coil displacement C. inertia of the movable coil D. high resistance from the load

The true power indicated by the pointer movement of a wattmeter depends on the current flow through the load, the magnitude of the potential across the load, and the ____________. A. power factor of the load B. angle of coil displacement C. inertia of the movable coil D. high resistance from the load
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The true power indicated by a wattmeter depends on the current flow through the load, the magnitude of the potential across the load, and the _____________. A. power factor of the load B. angle of coil displacement C. inertia of the movable coil D. high resistance from the load

Description : The true power indicated by a wattmeter depends on the current flow through the load, the magnitude of the potential across the load, and the _____________. A. power factor of the load B. angle of coil displacement C. inertia of the movable coil D. high resistance from the load

Last Answer : Answer: A

The basic meter movement responds to the flow of current through its coil. Therefore, this meter movement may be used as a/an _____________. A. voltmeter by placing a resistance in parallel with the coil B. ohmmeter by placing another meter movement in parallel with the coil C. wattmeter by placing a battery in parallel with the coil D. ammeter by placing a low resistance in parallel with the coil

Description : The basic meter movement responds to the flow of current through its coil. Therefore, this meter movement may be used as a/an _____________. A. voltmeter by placing a resistance in parallel with the ... in parallel with the coil D. ammeter by placing a low resistance in parallel with the coil

Last Answer : Answer: D

The potential coil of a single phase dynamometer wattmeter has 4840 Ohm resistance. Voltage across the load is

Description : The potential coil of a single phase dynamometer wattmeter has 4840 Ohm resistance. Voltage across the load is 220 V. With the potential coil connected on the load side, the meter indicates 100 W. Approximate percentage error due to wattmeter connection is (A) 11% (B) 9% (C) 1.1% (D) 3%

Last Answer : The potential coil of a single phase dynamometer wattmeter has 4840 Ohm resistance. Voltage across the load is 220 V. With the potential coil connected on the load side, the meter indicates 100 W. Approximate percentage error due to wattmeter connection is 11%

A current carrying conductor making an electrical contact with a wiring metal conduit is indicated by a _____________. A. low switchboard wattmeter reading B. reading of 1.0 on the power factor meter C. high switchboard voltmeter reading D. totally darkened switchboard ground-detecting light

Description : A current carrying conductor making an electrical contact with a wiring metal conduit is indicated by a _____________. A. low switchboard wattmeter reading B. reading of 1.0 on the power factor meter C. high switchboard voltmeter reading D. totally darkened switchboard ground-detecting light

Last Answer : Answer: D

An open occurring within the field rheostat of an AC generator can be detected by short circuiting its terminals and observing a ____________. A. negative deflection of the wattmeter pointer B. positive deflection of the wattmeter pointer C. buildup of alternator voltage D. low, but constant alternator voltage

Description : An open occurring within the field rheostat of an AC generator can be detected by short circuiting its terminals and observing a ____________. A. negative deflection of the wattmeter pointer B. ... of the wattmeter pointer C. buildup of alternator voltage D. low, but constant alternator voltage

Last Answer : Answer: C

In a DC series circuit, all the conductors have the same ____________. A. power expended in them B. voltage drop across them C. resistance to current flow D. current passing through them

Description : In a DC series circuit, all the conductors have the same ____________. A. power expended in them B. voltage drop across them C. resistance to current flow D. current passing through them

Last Answer : Answer: D

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

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

A wattmeter is used to determine ____________. A. the power being consumed by electrical equipment B. partial circuit resistance C. current flowing in a circuit D. voltage existing between two points in a circuit

Description : A wattmeter is used to determine ____________. A. the power being consumed by electrical equipment B. partial circuit resistance C. current flowing in a circuit D. voltage existing between two points in a circuit

Last Answer : Answer: A

Which of the following meters uses a shunt connected in series with the load, but parallel with the meter movement? A. voltmeter B. power factor meter C. wattmeter D. ammeter

Description : Which of the following meters uses a shunt connected in series with the load, but parallel with the meter movement? A. voltmeter B. power factor meter C. wattmeter D. ammeter

Last Answer : Answer: D

Which of the listed meters uses a shunt connected in series with the load, but parallel with the meter movement? A. Voltmeter B. Power factor meter C. Ammeter D. Wattmeter

Description : Which of the listed meters uses a shunt connected in series with the load, but parallel with the meter movement? A. Voltmeter B. Power factor meter C. Ammeter D. Wattmeter

Last Answer : Answer: C

When troubleshooting motor controllers, a shorted relay or contactor coil is often indicated by _______________. A. a resistance reading of 'infinity' on an ohmmeter B. charred insulation and/or a blown control fuse C. a reading of 'zero' on a megger from one of the coil's leads to ground D. a higher-than-normal voltage reading across the winding

Description : When troubleshooting motor controllers, a shorted relay or contactor coil is often indicated by _______________. A. a resistance reading of 'infinity' on an ohmmeter B. charred insulation and/or a blown ... of the coil's leads to ground D. a higher-than-normal voltage reading across the winding

Last Answer : Answer: B

When a megohmmeter is being used to test insulation resistance, current leakage along the surface of the insulation is indicated by the megohmmeter pointer _____________. A. fluctuating around a constant resistance reading B. dipping towards 'zero', then rising slowly C. kicking slightly downscale as voltage is applied D. continually rising as the test voltage is applied

Description : When a megohmmeter is being used to test insulation resistance, current leakage along the surface of the insulation is indicated by the megohmmeter pointer _____________. A. fluctuating around a ... slightly downscale as voltage is applied D. continually rising as the test voltage is applied

Last Answer : Answer: C

When a megohmmeter is being used to test insulation resistance, current leakage along the surface of the insulation is indicated by the megohmmeter's pointer _____________. A. dipping toward zero then raising slowly B. continually rising as test voltage is applied C. kicking slightly down scale as voltage is applied D. fluctuating around a constant resistance reading

Description : When a megohmmeter is being used to test insulation resistance, current leakage along the surface of the insulation is indicated by the megohmmeter's pointer _____________. A. dipping toward ... kicking slightly down scale as voltage is applied D. fluctuating around a constant resistance reading

Last Answer : Answer: C

When using a megohmmeter to test insulation, good insulation will be indicated by _____________. A. slight kicks of the needle down scale B. a downward dip followed by a gradual climb to the true resistance value C. a gradual rise in the pointer reading at the outset D. the initial dip of the pointer

Description : When using a megohmmeter to test insulation, good insulation will be indicated by _____________. A. slight kicks of the needle down scale B. a downward dip followed by a gradual climb to the true resistance ... C. a gradual rise in the pointer reading at the outset D. the initial dip of the pointer

Last Answer : Answer: B

Moving coil in dynamometer wattmeter connected a) In series with fixed coil b) Across supply c) In series with load d) Across load

Description : Moving coil in dynamometer wattmeter connected a) In series with fixed coil b) Across supply c) In series with load d) Across load

Last Answer : Ans: Across supply

A current-carrying conductor making electrical contact with a wiring conduit will be indicated by a _____________. A. high switchboard wattmeter reading B. totally dark switchboard ground detecting light C. low switchboard wattmeter reading D. all of the above

Description : A current-carrying conductor making electrical contact with a wiring conduit will be indicated by a _____________. A. high switchboard wattmeter reading B. totally dark switchboard ground detecting light C. low switchboard wattmeter reading D. all of the above

Last Answer : Answer: B

A current-carrying conductor makes accidental contact with a wiring conduit. This will be indicated by a _____________. A. low switchboard wattmeter reading B. high switchboard wattmeter reading C. darkened switchboard ground detecting lamp D. darkened switchboard synchronizing lamps

Description : A current-carrying conductor makes accidental contact with a wiring conduit. This will be indicated by a _____________. A. low switchboard wattmeter reading B. high switchboard wattmeter reading C. darkened switchboard ground detecting lamp D. darkened switchboard synchronizing lamps

Last Answer : Answer: C

Three capacitors with different capacitances are connected in series. Which of the following statements is TRUE? w) All three of the capacitors have the same potential difference between their plates. x) The magnitude of the charge is the same on all of the capacitor plates. y) The capacitance of the system depends on the voltage applied across the three capacitors.

Description : Three capacitors with different capacitances are connected in series. Which of the following statements is TRUE? w) All three of the capacitors have the same potential difference between their plates. x ... y) The capacitance of the system depends on the voltage applied across the three capacitors.

Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- THE MAGNITUDE OF THE CHARGE IS THE SAME ON ALL OF THE CAPACITOR PLATES

A three-phase alternator is developing 300 amps, with a 0.8 power factor, at 450 volts. The true indicated power on the kilowatt meter, located on the main switchboard, will be ____________. A. 133 kw B. 155 kw C. 187 kw D. 212 kw

Description : A three-phase alternator is developing 300 amps, with a 0.8 power factor, at 450 volts. The true indicated power on the kilowatt meter, located on the main switchboard, will be ____________. A. 133 kw B. 155 kw C. 187 kw D. 212 kw

Last Answer : Answer: C

When an operating motor is connected to the controller shown in the illustration, the a path of current flow through the circuit is ____________. EL-0010 A. 'L1', stop button, start button, coil 'CR', 'L2' B. 'L1', stop button, 'CR' and 'M' contacts, 'M' coil, 'OL contacts, the 'CR' coil in parallel, 'L2' C. 'L1', stop button, jog button, 'CR' contact, 'CR' relay, 'L2' D. 'L1', stop button, start button, 'CR' contact, 'M' contact, 'CR' coil, 'L2'

Description : When an operating motor is connected to the controller shown in the illustration, the a path of current flow through the circuit is ____________. EL-0010 A. 'L1', stop button, start button, coil 'CR', 'L2' B. 'L1' ... L2' D. 'L1', stop button, start button, 'CR' contact, 'M' contact, 'CR' coil, 'L2'

Last Answer : Answer: B

An instrument in which the magnitude of the measured quantity is indicated by means of pointer.

Description : An instrument in which the magnitude of the measured quantity is indicated by means of pointer.

Last Answer : analog instrument

One method of testing for a reversed shunt field coil in a DC generator or motor is by connecting the field to a direct current source, at reduced field rated voltage, and test for polarity using a/an ____________. A. iron bar across each field B. magnetic compass placed near each field C. test lamp across adjacent fields D. copper jumper across the interpole connections

Description : One method of testing for a reversed shunt field coil in a DC generator or motor is by connecting the field to a direct current source, at reduced field rated voltage, and test for ... placed near each field C. test lamp across adjacent fields D. copper jumper across the interpole connections

Last Answer : Answer: B

When you are making a high potential test on a piece of repaired electrical machinery, a rise in leakage current indicates ____________. A. good insulation B. bad insulation C. high insulation power factor D. a high slot discharge factor

Description : When you are making a high potential test on a piece of repaired electrical machinery, a rise in leakage current indicates ____________. A. good insulation B. bad insulation C. high insulation power factor D. a high slot discharge factor

Last Answer : Answer: B

To limit the current flow through a DC voltmeter to as low a value as possible, the moving coil circuit is provided with a/an _____________. A. high series resistance B. high parallel resistance C. series inductor D. external shunt

Description : To limit the current flow through a DC voltmeter to as low a value as possible, the moving coil circuit is provided with a/an _____________. A. high series resistance B. high parallel resistance C. series inductor D. external shunt

Last Answer : Answer: A

An open coil in a transformer will be indicated by which of the listed conditions? A. 'zero' resistance accompanied by high inductance B. no resistance accompanied by stray inductance C. infinite resistance in addition to no inductance D. infinite resistance in addition to normal inductance

Description : An open coil in a transformer will be indicated by which of the listed conditions? A. 'zero' resistance accompanied by high inductance B. no resistance accompanied by stray inductance C. infinite resistance in addition to no inductance D. infinite resistance in addition to normal inductance

Last Answer : Answer: C

A ground on a particular phase of a three-phase low voltage distribution system would be indicated by a _____________. A. high switchboard wattmeter reading B. low switchboard wattmeter reading C. dark or dim switchboard ground detecting light D. bright switchboard ground detecting light

Description : A ground on a particular phase of a three-phase low voltage distribution system would be indicated by a _____________. A. high switchboard wattmeter reading B. low switchboard wattmeter reading C. dark or dim switchboard ground detecting light D. bright switchboard ground detecting light

Last Answer : Answer: C

One function of the movable cams in a drum-type motor controller is to _____________. A. regulate the speed of the motor B. maintain resistance contacts in clean condition C. insulate the operating handle D. limit the amount of load put on the motor

Description : One function of the movable cams in a drum-type motor controller is to _____________. A. regulate the speed of the motor B. maintain resistance contacts in clean condition C. insulate the operating handle D. limit the amount of load put on the motor

Last Answer : Answer: A

As shown in the illustration, if 'R1' and 'R2' have unequal values, the ____________. EL-0019 A. voltage drop across 'R1' will not be equal to the voltage drop across 'R2' B. current flow through 'R1' will equal the current flow through 'R2' C. the energy dissipated in 'R1' will be the same as the energy dissipated in 'R2' D. current flow through 'R1' will differ from the current flow through 'R2'

Description : As shown in the illustration, if 'R1' and 'R2' have unequal values, the ____________. EL-0019 A. voltage drop across 'R1' will not be equal to the voltage drop across 'R2' B. current flow ... energy dissipated in 'R2' D. current flow through 'R1' will differ from the current flow through 'R2'

Last Answer : Answer: D

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. C. Inductive reactance varies directly with the frequency and the inductance. D. Total opposition to the flow of alternating current depends upon the amount of reactive power.

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.

Last Answer : Answer: C

Consider the following statements 1) The compensating coil of a low power factor wattmeter compensates

Description : Consider the following statements  1) The compensating coil of a low power factor wattmeter compensates the effect of the impedance of the current coil ii) The compensating coil of a low power factor wattmeter compensates the effect ... C) Both (i) and (ii) are true D) Both (i) and (ii) are false

Last Answer : A

In a low power factor wattmeter the compensating coil is connected?

Last Answer : In a low power factor wattmeter the compensating coil is connected in series with pressure coil.

In a low power factor wattmeter the pressure coil is connected?

Last Answer : In a low power factor wattmeter the pressure coil is connected to the load side of the current coil.

Which of the following electric meter movements uses a stationary permanent magnet and movable coil? A. D'Arsonval B. Electrodynamometer C. Moving iron-vane D. Inclined coil iron-vane

Description : Which of the following electric meter movements uses a stationary permanent magnet and movable coil? A. D'Arsonval B. Electrodynamometer C. Moving iron-vane D. Inclined coil iron-vane

Last Answer : Answer: A

Which of the following statements is true if a 100 watt lamp and a 75 watt lamp are connected in parallel across a 100 volt power supply? A. The 75 watt lamp will draw as much current as the 100 watt lamp. B. The 100 watt lamp will have a greater resistance. C. Current flow will be the same across each lamp. D. The 75 watt lamp will have a higher resistance.

Description : Which of the following statements is true if a 100 watt lamp and a 75 watt lamp are connected in parallel across a 100 volt power supply? A. The 75 watt lamp will draw as much current as the 100 ... Current flow will be the same across each lamp. D. The 75 watt lamp will have a higher resistance.

Last Answer : Answer: D

An indicating instrument whose movable coils rotate between two-stationary coils, usually used as wattmeter

Description : An indicating instrument whose movable coils rotate between two-stationary coils, usually used as wattmeter

Last Answer : electrodynamometer

In load flow studies of a power system, a voltage control bus is specified by a) Real power and reactive power b) Reactive power and voltage magnitude c) Voltage and voltage phase angle d) Real power and voltage magnitude

Description : In load flow studies of a power system, a voltage control bus is specified by a) Real power and reactive power b) Reactive power and voltage magnitude c) Voltage and voltage phase angle d) Real power and voltage magnitude

Last Answer : d) Real power and voltage magnitude

When a megohmmeter is used to test the insulation of a large motor, the initial dip of the pointer toward 'zero' is caused by ____________. A. good insulation B. the capacitance of the windings C. the leakage of the current along the surface of dirty insulation D. the dielectric-absorption effect of the insulation

Description : When a megohmmeter is used to test the insulation of a large motor, the initial dip of the pointer toward 'zero' is caused by ____________. A. good insulation B. the capacitance of the ... of the current along the surface of dirty insulation D. the dielectric-absorption effect of the insulation

Last Answer : Answer: B

When using a megohmmeter to test the dielectric strength of wire insulation, a continuous series of slight downscale kicks by the pointer is result of ____________. A. good insulation B. the leakage of current along the surface of dirty insulation C. the capacitance of the windings D. the dielectric-absorption effect of the insulation

Description : When using a megohmmeter to test the dielectric strength of wire insulation, a continuous series of slight downscale kicks by the pointer is result of ____________. A. good insulation B. the ... dirty insulation C. the capacitance of the windings D. the dielectric-absorption effect of the insulation

Last Answer : Answer: B

Two wattmeter method is employed to measure power in a 3 -phase balanced system with the current coil ...

Description : Two wattmeter method is employed to measure power in a 3 -phase balanced system with the current coil connected in the A and C lines. The phase sequence is ABC. If the wattmeter with its current coil in A -phase line reads zero, then the power factor of the 3 -phase load will be

Last Answer : Two wattmeter method is employed to measure power in a 3 -phase balanced system with the current coil connected in the A and C lines. The phase sequence is ABC. If the wattmeter with its current coil in A -phase line reads zero, then the power factor of the 3 -phase load will be 0.5 lagging.

You are testing the insulation in an AC generator with a megohmeter. The resistance value of a dry, clean winding will ____________. A. continue to rise as the test potential is maintained, becoming fairly steady as the leakage current stabilizes B. remain constant as the temperature of the windings increases C. continue to drop as the potential is maintained, becoming fairly steady after 5 to 7 minutes D. stabilize after approximately 2 to 4 minutes of fluctuation

Description : You are testing the insulation in an AC generator with a megohmeter. The resistance value of a dry, clean winding will ____________. A. continue to rise as the test potential is maintained, ... fairly steady after 5 to 7 minutes D. stabilize after approximately 2 to 4 minutes of fluctuation

Last Answer : Answer: A

Prior to taking a resistance reading with a volt-ohm-milliammeter, the 'zero' setting must be adjusted. After clipping the two leads together, you find the adjustment knob will not return the pointer to 'zero'. This is most likely an indication of ______ A. an improper resistance range setting B. weak batteries C. a faulty zero ohms knob D. a faulty meter movement

Description : Prior to taking a resistance reading with a volt-ohm-milliammeter, the 'zero' setting must be adjusted. After clipping the two leads together, you find the adjustment knob will not return the pointer ... range setting B. weak batteries C. a faulty zero ohms knob D. a faulty meter movement

Last Answer : Answer: B

An open armature connection in a DC propulsion motor could be caused by ____________. A. low-load operation B. clogged ventilation ducts C. sparking at the brushes D. a grounded shunt field coil

Description : An open armature connection in a DC propulsion motor could be caused by ____________. A. low-load operation B. clogged ventilation ducts C. sparking at the brushes D. a grounded shunt field coil

Last Answer : Answer: B

When troubleshooting electronic equipment, you should use a high impedance multimeter ________________. A. to prevent excess current flow through the meter that would damage it B. for AC measurements only and a low resistance meter for DC measurements C. whenever a low impedance meter is not available, regardless of the components being tested D. so as not to load down the circuit and obtain erroneous voltage readings

Description : When troubleshooting electronic equipment, you should use a high impedance multimeter ________________. A. to prevent excess current flow through the meter that would damage it B. for AC measurements only ... being tested D. so as not to load down the circuit and obtain erroneous voltage readings

Last Answer : Answer: D

When a megohmmeter is being used on a alternating current machine, the meter pointer will dip toward 'zero' and then gradually rise to the true resistance value if the motor insulation is _____________. A. grounded B. good C. shorted D. dirty

Description : When a megohmmeter is being used on a alternating current machine, the meter pointer will dip toward 'zero' and then gradually rise to the true resistance value if the motor insulation is _____________. A. grounded B. good C. shorted D. dirty

Last Answer : Answer: B

The resistance in the circuit of the moving coil of a dynamometer wattmeter should be?

Last Answer : The resistance in the circuit of the moving coil of a dynamometer wattmeter should be high.

Which of the listed procedures is the best way to tell if a motor has become overloaded? A. Measure the current flow and compare it with the motor full load current flow as shown on the nameplate. B. Feel the motor and judge by the temperature. C. Watch for telltale signs of smoke coming from the motor. D. Periodic opening of the O/L relay coil

Description : Which of the listed procedures is the best way to tell if a motor has become overloaded? A. Measure the current flow and compare it with the motor full load current flow as shown on the nameplate. ... Watch for telltale signs of smoke coming from the motor. D. Periodic opening of the O/L relay coil

Last Answer : Answer: A

When a capacitor was connected to the terminal of ohmmeter, the pointer indicated a low resistance initially...

Description : When a capacitor was connected to the terminal of ohmmeter, the pointer indicated a low resistance initially and then slowly came to infinity position. This shows that capacitor is ?

Last Answer : When a capacitor was connected to the terminal of ohmmeter, the pointer indicated a low resistance initially and then slowly came to infinity position. This shows that capacitor is all right.

The amount of voltage induced in the windings of an AC generator depends on ____________. A. the number of conductors in series per winding B. the speed at which the magnetic field passes across the winding C. the strength of the magnetic field D. all of the above

Description : The amount of voltage induced in the windings of an AC generator depends on ____________. A. the number of conductors in series per winding B. the speed at which the magnetic field passes across the winding C. the strength of the magnetic field D. all of the above

Last Answer : Answer: D

Which of the following statements is true concerning simple parallel resistance circuits? A. The total current flow equals the sum of the individual currents. B. The total current flow equals the reciprocal of the sum of the individual currents. C. The total resistance equals the sum of the individual resistance. D. The total voltage equals the sum of the individual voltages across each resistance.

Description : Which of the following statements is true concerning simple parallel resistance circuits? A. The total current flow equals the sum of the individual currents. B. The total current flow equals the ... resistance. D. The total voltage equals the sum of the individual voltages across each resistance.

Last Answer : Answer: A

The magnitude of saturation photo electric current depends upon (a) Frequency (b) Intensity (c) Work function (d) Stopping potential

Description : The magnitude of saturation photo electric current depends upon (a) Frequency (b) Intensity (c) Work function (d) Stopping potential

Last Answer : Ans:(b)