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 - Potential
Result - Incorrect
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 - 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 resistor is defined as an electrical component designed to have a resistance against the flow of ___________
Candidate Answer - Electrons
Result - Correct
Q12. 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 - Diode
Result - Incorrect
Q13. A bad connection or any point of resistance on a circuit will cause a
Candidate Answer - Voltage drop
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 fuse connected in-line at the battery is there to protect
Candidate Answer - The wire and equipment connected
Result - Correct
Q16. 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
Q17. An electromechanical device that uses a coil (electro) to move switch contacts (mechanical) is known as a
Candidate Answer - Relay
Result - Correct
Q18. What are the main elements of a relay
Candidate Answer - Coil, spring, contacts
Result - Correct
Q19. 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
Q20. A battery can also be referred to as a
Candidate Answer - Capacitor
Result - Correct
Q21. What type of cable should NOT be used in a vehicle environment
Candidate Answer - Solid cable
Result - Correct
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. A professional installation is not just about the quality of your work. It also includes
Candidate Answer - Your preparedness and professionalism
Result - Correct
Q24. It is always advisable to run power and signal leads away from each other. This is to avoid
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. 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
Q31. Why must an installer abide by the EMC Directive
Candidate Answer - To maintain warranties
Result - Incorrect
Q32. The main benefit of using an antenna analyser on an airwave device is:
Candidate Answer - The antenna can be checked to see if the ground has a good connection
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 ensure the cable and device are protected.
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. 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 - Reboot the GPS device and check the signal is above 150 ohms
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