Q1. The measurable relationship between current, voltage, resistance and power is described in
Candidate Answer - Ohm's Law
Result - Correct
Q2. Electrical Resistance is a property a material possesses to __________ the flow of electricity
Candidate Answer - Allow
Result - Incorrect
Q3. 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
Q4. The sum of the individual voltage drops in a series circuit must be ______ the applied voltage
Candidate Answer - less than
Result - Incorrect
Q5. A resistor is defined as an electrical component designed to have a resistance against the flow of ___________
Candidate Answer - Electrons
Result - Correct
Q6. 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
Q7. A bad connection or any point of resistance on a circuit will cause a
Candidate Answer - Voltage drop
Result - Correct
Q8. Adding up resistances in a series circuit will give the ________________ resistance
Candidate Answer - Input
Result - Incorrect
Q9. 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
Q10. 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
Q11. A fuse connected in-line at the battery is there to protect
Candidate Answer - The equipment connected
Result - Incorrect
Q12. 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
Q13. No current can flow in an
Candidate Answer - Open circuit
Result - Correct
Q14. An electromechanical device that uses a coil (electro) to move switch contacts (mechanical) is known as a
Candidate Answer - Relay
Result - Correct
Q15. What are the main elements of a relay
Candidate Answer - Coil, diode, inductor
Result - Incorrect
Q16. 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
Q17. A battery can also be referred to as a
Candidate Answer - Capacitor
Result - Correct
Q18. Primary batteries can
Candidate Answer - Deliver electrical energy but cannot be recharged
Result - Correct
Q19. What type of cable should NOT be used in a vehicle environment
Candidate Answer - Solid cable
Result - Correct
Q20. Using the wrong cable (too small) size for the type of application could cause the cable to
Candidate Answer - Overheat and melt
Result - Correct
Q21. What is an electrical two- terminal device which allows current to pass through it in one direction only
Candidate Answer - Diode
Result - Correct
Q22. A diode is used to:
Candidate Answer - Protect existing factory wiring systems
Result - Correct
Q23. A professional installation is not just about the quality of your work. It also includes
Candidate Answer - Your preparedness and professionalism
Result - Correct
Q24. Can Bus wires are twisted to help reduce
Candidate Answer - Interference
Result - Correct
Q25. A good solder joint should be
Candidate Answer - Smooth, shiny and concave
Result - Correct
Q26. 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
Q27. In case of any conflict when complying with installation instructions, which instruction take priority?
Candidate Answer - The vehicle manufacturer
Result - Correct
Q28. What does EMC stand for?
Candidate Answer - Electro Magnetic Compatibility
Result - Correct
Q29. 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
Q30. How much impedance should an ideal antenna cable have?
Candidate Answer - 50 Ohms
Result - Correct
Q31. 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
Q32. The power supply cable you install should be
Candidate Answer - Connected and any excess taped up tidily and secured
Result - Incorrect
Q33. A GPS antenna needs to be installed:
Candidate Answer - With a clear view of the sky
Result - Correct
Q34. A risk assessment is a careful examination of aspects of work that could
Candidate Answer - Cause harm to people
Result - Correct
Q35. 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
Q36. Is it acceptable to install a transceiver or any other device in the load storage area of a vehicle
Candidate Answer - No
Result - Incorrect
Q37. A fuse is ideally installed as close to the power as possible
Candidate Answer - To prevent power surges
Result - Incorrect
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. Where is the optimum position of a separate microphone
Candidate Answer - On or near to the front centre interior light cluster
Result - Correct
Q40. 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
Q41. 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
Q42. 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
Q43. If the initial test of a GPS antenna is not consistent with expectations you should firstly:
Candidate Answer - Consider moving the antenna from the front of the vehicle to the rear of the vehicle
Result - Incorrect
Q44. What must the business provide to the technician before any work is carried out on a vehicle?
Candidate Answer - A risk assessment document
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