Q1. Alternating Current has:
Candidate Answer - A changing polarity, an amplitude component and a frequency,
Result - Correct
Q2. Direct Current is a the flow of ___________, which travel in one direction only
Candidate Answer - Electrons
Result - Correct
Q3. The measurable relationship between current, voltage, resistance and power is described in
Candidate Answer - Ohm's Law
Result - Correct
Q4. The Electrical Pressure that moves charged particles in a circuit is measured in
Candidate Answer - Volts
Result - Correct
Q5. The conversion of energy into work over a certain period of time is
Candidate Answer - Power
Result - Correct
Q6. The conversion of electrical energy into another form of work is measured in
Candidate Answer - Watts
Result - Correct
Q7. You have a 55w bulb running a conventional 12v system, what will the current flow be?
Candidate Answer - 4.58 Amps
Result - Correct
Q8. What is the resistance of a bulb with a current flow of 5amps with a voltage of 24Volts
Candidate Answer - 4.8 Ohms
Result - Correct
Q9. The sum of the individual voltage drops in a series circuit must be ______ the applied voltage
Candidate Answer - less than
Result - Incorrect
Q10. The voltage applied to a DC Series Circuit that must equal the sum of the voltage drops with a circuit is known as
Candidate Answer - Kirchhoff law
Result - Correct
Q11. When circuit elements are connected so that two terminals are shared and voltage is common across the shared terminals this is called
Candidate Answer - Parallel
Result - Correct
Q12. Which component listed contains a wire or strip of metal that is installed in series with a power line that is designed to melt if it receives an excessive amount of current, is called
Candidate Answer - Fuse
Result - Correct
Q13. A __________________ is a device placed in series with a power line which, when an excess amount of current is sensed, will open the power connection, thus protecting a circuit or system.
Candidate Answer - Circuit Breaker
Result - Correct
Q14. A bad connection or any point of resistance on a circuit will cause a
Candidate Answer - Voltage drop
Result - Correct
Q15. Where more than one ground path is created, and different paths create a voltage differential, this is known as a
Candidate Answer - Ground loop
Result - Correct
Q16. A ground loop creates interference. How is it created?
Candidate Answer - By any non zero resistances between the wiring to ground and each piece of equipment
Result - Correct
Q17. A fuse connected in-line at the battery is there to protect
Candidate Answer - The wire and equipment connected
Result - Correct
Q18. When connecting a high current device, connect a fuse at the battery no more than 25 cm from the battery and make sure it is
Candidate Answer - Before the bulkhead
Result - Correct
Q19. No current can flow in an
Candidate Answer - Open circuit
Result - Correct
Q20. Whenever the relay has an INTERNAL SPIKE SUPPRESSION DIODE, to activate the relay
Candidate Answer - 85 must always be connected the Negative (-) terminal and 86 must always be connected to the Positive (+) terminal
Result - Correct
Q21. Where a relay has extra contacts labelled 30, 85, 86 ,87 and 87a the relay will be a
Candidate Answer - Double pole double throw
Result - Incorrect
Q22. A battery can also be referred to as a
Candidate Answer - Capacitor
Result - Correct
Q23. Primary batteries can
Candidate Answer - Deliver electrical energy but cannot be recharged
Result - Correct
Q24. The main battery on a vehicle is normally a lead-acid compound and can be recharged. It is known as a
Candidate Answer - Secondary battery
Result - Correct
Q25. What type of cable should NOT be used in a vehicle environment
Candidate Answer - Solid cable
Result - Correct
Q26. Using the wrong cable (too small) size for the type of application could cause the cable to
Candidate Answer - Overheat and melt
Result - Correct
Q27. A diode is used to:
Candidate Answer - To keep current constant
Result - Incorrect
Q28. When a diode conducts there will be a______ drop across it, and less voltage will be available for the equipment.
Candidate Answer - 0.7 volt
Result - Correct
Q29. In order to avoid self destruction, what is normally connected to an LED in series to limit the current across it
Candidate Answer - Resistor
Result - Correct
Q30. A professional installation is not just about the quality of your work. It also includes
Candidate Answer - Allowing extra time to clear faults post install
Result - Incorrect
Q31. When the amperage draw of a system exceeds 120% of the alternator’s maximum output, which components will sustain damage
Candidate Answer - The battery and alternator
Result - Correct
Q32. Can Bus wires are twisted to help reduce
Candidate Answer - Interference
Result - Correct
Q33. A good solder joint should be
Candidate Answer - Smooth, shiny and concave
Result - Correct
Q34. What type of antenna may not be suitable for vehicles with double-glazed screens, reflective coatings or other special glass
Candidate Answer - Glass mount
Result - Correct
Q35. How much impedance should an ideal antenna cable have?
Candidate Answer - 50 Ohms
Result - Correct
Q36. If the antenna cable is too short for the installation, ideally you should
Candidate Answer - Use an adaptor to connect 2 cables together
Result - Incorrect
Q37. The power supply cable you install should be
Candidate Answer - Cut to the correct length and as short as possible
Result - Correct
Q38. A GPS antenna needs to be installed:
Candidate Answer - With a clear view of the sky
Result - Correct
Q39. Is it acceptable to install a transceiver or any other device in the load storage area of a vehicle
Candidate Answer - No
Result - Incorrect
Q40. A fuse is ideally installed as close to the power as possible
Candidate Answer - To ensure the cable and device are protected.
Result - Correct
Q41. You have a high current device to connect to the vehicle. You should take the power from:
Candidate Answer - The battery
Result - Correct
Q42. You have a device which has a fuse installed on the device itself. Is it correct to install a separate fuse on the cable?
Candidate Answer - Yes, to protect the cable
Result - Correct
Q43. Are you responsible for the installation of used equipment to be compliant with the latest relevant legislation
Candidate Answer - No, the manufacturer is responsible
Result - Incorrect
Q44. If the initial test of a GPS antenna is not consistent with expectations you should firstly:
Candidate Answer - Test the unit with a test GPS antenna mounted temporarily on the roof
Result - Correct
Q45. When installing equipment into police vehicles, guidance is available from FCS1362 and from the Code of Practice from which organisation?
Candidate Answer - NAPFM
Result - Correct