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 energy into work over a certain period of time is
Candidate Answer - Kinetic
Result - Incorrect
Q6. You have a 55w bulb running a conventional 12v system, what will the current flow be?
Candidate Answer - 4.58 Amps
Result - Correct
Q7. 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
Q8. The sum of the individual voltage drops in a series circuit must be ______ the applied voltage
Candidate Answer - less than
Result - Incorrect
Q9. 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
Q10. A resistor is defined as an electrical component designed to have a resistance against the flow of ___________
Candidate Answer - Electrons
Result - Correct
Q11. An adjustable or variable resistor is known as a
Candidate Answer - Potentiometer
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 bad connection or any point of resistance on a circuit will cause a
Candidate Answer - Voltage drop
Result - Correct
Q14. 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
Q15. A fuse connected in-line at the battery is there to protect
Candidate Answer - The wire and equipment connected
Result - Correct
Q16. No current can flow in an
Candidate Answer - Open circuit
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. Where a relay has extra contacts labelled 30, 85, 86 ,87 and 87a the relay will be a
Candidate Answer - Single pole double throw
Result - Correct
Q19. The process of changing AC current to DC current is known as
Candidate Answer - Refraction
Result - Incorrect
Q20. A battery can also be referred to as a
Candidate Answer - Capacitor
Result - Correct
Q21. Primary batteries can
Candidate Answer - Recharged by passing a direct current in the opposite direction of discharge
Result - Incorrect
Q22. 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
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. A professional installation is not just about the quality of your work. It also includes
Candidate Answer - Your preparedness and professionalism
Result - Correct
Q26. 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
Q27. Can Bus wires are twisted to help reduce
Candidate Answer - Resistance
Result - Incorrect
Q28. 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
Q29. It is always advisable to run power and signal leads away from each other. This is to avoid
Candidate Answer - Interference
Result - Correct
Q30. 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
Q31. What does EMC stand for?
Candidate Answer - Electro Magnetic Compatibility
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. Why must an installer abide by the EMC Directive
Candidate Answer - To comply with the law
Result - Correct
Q36. 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
Q37. A GPS antenna needs to be installed:
Candidate Answer - With a clear view of the sky
Result - Correct
Q38. A risk assessment is a careful examination of aspects of work that could
Candidate Answer - Cause harm to people
Result - Correct
Q39. 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
Q40. Is it acceptable to install a transceiver or any other device in the load storage area of a vehicle
Candidate Answer - Yes it will cause less EMC
Result - Incorrect
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 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
Q43. Where is the optimum position of a separate microphone
Candidate Answer - On or near to the front centre interior light cluster
Result - Correct
Q44. 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
Q45. 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