Q1. Direct Current is a the flow of ___________, which travel in one direction only
Candidate Answer - Electrons
Result - Correct
Q2. The Electrical Pressure that moves charged particles in a circuit is measured in
Candidate Answer - Volts
Result - Correct
Q3. Electrical Resistance is a property a material possesses to __________ the flow of electricity
Candidate Answer - Restrict
Result - Correct
Q4. You have a 55w bulb running a conventional 12v system, what will the current flow be?
Candidate Answer - 4.58 Amps
Result - Correct
Q5. The sum of the individual voltage drops in a series circuit must be ______ the applied voltage
Candidate Answer - equal to
Result - Correct
Q6. 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
Q7. 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
Q8. An adjustable or variable resistor is known as a
Candidate Answer - Capacitor
Result - Incorrect
Q9. 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
Q10. Adding up resistances in a series circuit will give the ________________ resistance
Candidate Answer - Total
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. A fuse connected in-line at the battery is there to protect
Candidate Answer - The wire and equipment connected
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 - 85 must always be connected the Negative (-) terminal and 86 must always be connected to the Positive (+) terminal
Result - Correct
Q18. The process of changing AC current to DC current is known as
Candidate Answer - Rectification
Result - Correct
Q19. Primary batteries can
Candidate Answer - Deliver electrical energy but cannot be recharged
Result - Correct
Q20. 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
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. What is an electrical two- terminal device which allows current to pass through it in one direction only
Candidate Answer - Diode
Result - Correct
Q24. A diode is used to:
Candidate Answer - Protect existing factory wiring systems
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 - Airbag
Result - Correct
Q27. A good solder joint should be
Candidate Answer - Smooth, shiny and concave
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 - Cut to the correct length and as short as possible
Result - Correct
Q33. Why must an installer abide by the EMC Directive
Candidate Answer - To comply with the law
Result - Correct
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. 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
Q38. 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
Q39. A fuse is ideally installed as close to the power as possible
Candidate Answer - To ensure the cable and device are protected.
Result - Correct
Q40. You have a high current device to connect to the vehicle. You should take the power from:
Candidate Answer - The battery
Result - Correct
Q41. 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
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