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. Electrical Resistance is a property a material possesses to __________ the flow of electricity
Candidate Answer - Restrict
Result - Correct
Q5. The conversion of electrical energy into another form of work is measured in
Candidate Answer - Watts
Result - Correct
Q6. 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
Q7. 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
Q8. A resistor is defined as an electrical component designed to have a resistance against the flow of ___________
Candidate Answer - Electrons
Result - Correct
Q9. 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
Q10. 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
Q11. 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
Q12. 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
Q13. 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
Q14. No current can flow in an
Candidate Answer - Open circuit
Result - Correct
Q15. An electromechanical device that uses a coil (electro) to move switch contacts (mechanical) is known as a
Candidate Answer - Relay
Result - Correct
Q16. What are the main elements of a relay
Candidate Answer - Coil, spring, contacts
Result - Correct
Q17. Whenever the relay has an INTERNAL SPIKE SUPPRESSION DIODE, to activate the relay
Candidate Answer - 30 must always be connected the Negative (-) terminal and 87 must always be connected to the Positive (+) terminal
Result - Incorrect
Q18. The process of changing AC current to DC current is known as
Candidate Answer - Rectification
Result - Correct
Q19. A battery can also be referred to as a
Candidate Answer - Capacitor
Result - Correct
Q20. Primary batteries can
Candidate Answer - Deliver electrical energy but cannot be recharged
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 - Secondary battery
Result - Correct
Q22. A diode is used to:
Candidate Answer - To keep current constant
Result - Incorrect
Q23. 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
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. 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
Q26. 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 - Petrol Engine
Result - Incorrect
Q27. It is always advisable to run power and signal leads away from each other. This is to avoid
Candidate Answer - Interference
Result - Correct
Q28. 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
Q29. In case of any conflict when complying with installation instructions, which instruction take priority?
Candidate Answer - The vehicle manufacturer
Result - Correct
Q30. What does EMC stand for?
Candidate Answer - Electro Magnetic Compatibility
Result - Correct
Q31. 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
Q32. 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
Q33. The power supply cable you install should be
Candidate Answer - Connected and any excess taped up tidily and secured
Result - Incorrect
Q34. The main benefit of using an antenna analyser on an airwave device is:
Candidate Answer - The antenna can be tested regardless of whether the radio terminal is live on the network
Result - Correct
Q35. A GPS antenna needs to be installed:
Candidate Answer - With a clear view of the sky
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. Is it acceptable to install a transceiver or any other device in the load storage area of a vehicle
Candidate Answer - Yes, if it does not obstruct access to other items, and is safe for the device.
Result - Correct
Q38. A fuse is ideally installed as close to the power as possible
Candidate Answer - To ensure the cable and device are protected.
Result - Correct
Q39. You have a high current device to connect to the vehicle. You should take the power from:
Candidate Answer - The battery
Result - Correct
Q40. 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
Q41. Where is the optimum position of a separate microphone
Candidate Answer - On or near to the front centre interior light cluster
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. 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
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