Q1. Alternating Current has:
Candidate Answer - a negative polarity, an amplitude component and a frequency of zero
Result - Incorrect
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. Electrical Resistance is a property a material possesses to __________ the flow of electricity
Candidate Answer - Enable
Result - Incorrect
Q6. The conversion of energy into work over a certain period of time is
Candidate Answer - Kinetic
Result - Incorrect
Q7. The conversion of electrical energy into another form of work is measured in
Candidate Answer - Lumens
Result - Incorrect
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 - equal to
Result - Correct
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. 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
Q12. A bad connection or any point of resistance on a circuit will cause a
Candidate Answer - Voltage drop
Result - Correct
Q13. Adding up resistances in a series circuit will give the ________________ resistance
Candidate Answer - Total
Result - Correct
Q14. 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
Q15. 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
Q16. No current can flow in an
Candidate Answer - Closed circuit
Result - Incorrect
Q17. Whenever the relay has an INTERNAL SPIKE SUPPRESSION DIODE, to activate the relay
Candidate Answer - 86 must always be connected the Negative (-) terminal and 87 must always be connected to the Positive (+) terminal
Result - Incorrect
Q18. Where a relay has extra contacts labelled 30, 85, 86 ,87 and 87a the relay will be a
Candidate Answer - Single pole single throw
Result - Incorrect
Q19. The process of changing AC current to DC current is known as
Candidate Answer - Rectification
Result - Correct
Q20. A battery can also be referred to as a
Candidate Answer - Capacitor
Result - Correct
Q21. The main battery on a vehicle is normally a lead-acid compound and can be recharged. It is known as a
Candidate Answer - Primary battery
Result - Incorrect
Q22. Using the wrong cable (too small) size for the type of application could cause the cable to
Candidate Answer - Overheat and melt
Result - Correct
Q23. What is an electrical two- terminal device which allows current to pass through it in one direction only
Candidate Answer - Diode
Result - Correct
Q24. 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
Q25. A professional installation is not just about the quality of your work. It also includes
Candidate Answer - Your preparedness and professionalism
Result - Correct
Q26. Can Bus wires are twisted to help reduce
Candidate Answer - Resistance
Result - Incorrect
Q27. What component are we describing in the article below ‘An accelerant is ignited which in turn ignites the gas generating material, causing an explosion’
Candidate Answer - Airbag
Result - Correct
Q28. A good solder joint should be
Candidate Answer - Smooth, shiny and concave
Result - Correct
Q29. To avoid EMC issues it is advisable to use a product that has CE marking, what does CE stand for in English
Candidate Answer - European Conformity
Result - Correct
Q30. In case of any conflict when complying with installation instructions, which instruction take priority?
Candidate Answer - The vehicle manufacturer
Result - Correct
Q31. Where is the optimum position for an antenna to obtain the best signal
Candidate Answer - Roof of the vehicle
Result - Correct
Q32. 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
Q33. How much impedance should an ideal antenna cable have?
Candidate Answer - 50 Ohms
Result - Correct
Q34. If the antenna cable is too short for the installation, ideally you should
Candidate Answer - Replace the antenna cable with the correct length
Result - Correct
Q35. The power supply cable you install should be
Candidate Answer - Cut to the correct length and as short as possible
Result - Correct
Q36. A risk assessment is a careful examination of aspects of work that could
Candidate Answer - Cause harm to people
Result - Correct
Q37. At the preinstallation stage after you have checked the condition of the interior, to prevent any damage to the vehicle you should
Candidate Answer - Fit seat covers and any other protective equipment
Result - Correct
Q38. You have a high current device to connect to the vehicle. You should take the power from:
Candidate Answer - The battery
Result - Correct
Q39. You have just drilled a hole in a metal panel in the vehicle. The next step is:
Candidate Answer - Debur the hole and carefully remove any swarf
Result - Correct
Q40. Where is the optimum position of a separate microphone
Candidate Answer - On or near to the front centre interior light cluster
Result - Correct
Q41. 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
Q42. Should all equipment power supplies, whether taken from the ignition or battery circuits, be fused?
Candidate Answer - Yes, all fuses must be protected by an adequate fuse of the correct rating
Result - Correct
Q43. Are you responsible for the installation of used equipment to be compliant with the latest relevant legislation
Candidate Answer - Yes, the installer is responsible
Result - Correct
Q44. If the initial test of a GPS antenna is not consistent with expectations you should firstly:
Candidate Answer - Reboot the GPS device and check the signal is above 150 ohms
Result - Incorrect
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