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. The conversion of electrical energy into another form of work is measured in
Candidate Answer - Watts
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 - equal to
Result - Correct
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. When circuit elements are connected so that two terminals are shared and voltage is common across the shared terminals this is called
Candidate Answer - Series
Result - Incorrect
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 - 86 must always be connected the Negative (-) terminal and 85 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 - 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. A diode is used to:
Candidate Answer - Protect existing factory wiring systems
Result - Correct
Q24. 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
Q25. 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
Q26. It is always advisable to run power and signal leads away from each other. This is to avoid
Candidate Answer - Interference
Result - Correct
Q27. A good solder joint should be
Candidate Answer - Smooth, shiny and concave
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. What does EMC stand for?
Candidate Answer - Electro Magnetic Compatibility
Result - Correct
Q30. How much impedance should an ideal antenna cable have?
Candidate Answer - 50 Ohms
Result - Correct
Q31. The power supply cable you install should be
Candidate Answer - Cut to the correct length and as short as possible
Result - Correct
Q32. Why must an installer abide by the EMC Directive
Candidate Answer - To comply with the law
Result - Correct
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. A fuse is ideally installed as close to the power as possible
Candidate Answer - To protect the car
Result - Incorrect
Q37. You have a high current device to connect to the vehicle. You should take the power from:
Candidate Answer - The battery
Result - Correct
Q38. You have just drilled a hole in a metal panel in the vehicle. The next step is:
Candidate Answer - Paint the edges with a rust inhibitor
Result - Incorrect
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 - 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