Electric Circuits

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Which of the following is the correct unit of measurement for resistance in an electric circuit?

  • Amperes
  • Volts
  • Watts
  • Ohms (correct)

What is the purpose of a voltmeter in an electric circuit?

  • To measure the current flowing in the circuit
  • To measure the resistance of the load
  • To measure the voltage across the load (correct)
  • To measure the emf of the battery

Which component is always connected in series to the load in an electric circuit when measuring current?

  • Ohmmeter
  • Ammeter (correct)
  • Multimeter
  • Voltmeter

What is the function of a multimeter in an electric circuit?

<p>To measure the voltage, current, and resistance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a factor that determines the severity of injury from an electric shock?

<p>The length of time the current flows through the body (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum current that can be fatal in an electric shock?

<p>50 mA (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if someone is shocked or burned by electricity and is still in contact with the live circuit?

<p>Switch off the electrical supply and call for help (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action if you cannot find the electrical supply source when someone is shocked or burned by electricity?

<p>Do not touch the victim (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the learning objectives for the unit on Electrical Safety?

<p>Explain the two types of electric shock: Direct contact and Indirect contact (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of electric shock?

<p>Grounded contact (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a multimeter in electrical work?

<p>To test for electrical continuity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the sub-units in the section on Electrical Principles and Circuits?

<p>Electrical Test Instruments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which formula can be used to calculate the total resistance of a series circuit with two resistors?

<p>$RT = \frac{R1 \cdot R2}{R1 + R2}$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a series circuit, the total resistance is higher than the highest individual resistance.

<p>True (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a parallel circuit, the total resistance is lower than the lowest individual resistance.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total resistance of a parallel circuit with two resistors, where $R1 = 80 , \Omega$ and $R2 = 160 , \Omega$?

<p>$34.29 , \Omega$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Ohm's law, the current flowing through a conductor is directly proportional to the potential difference applied across its ends, provided the temperature remains constant. Which equation represents Ohm's law?

<p>$V = I \times R$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the voltage in a circuit, given the current and resistance?

<p>$V = I \times R$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a simple electric circuit, a load of resistance 500 Ω is connected to a supply of 230 V. What is the current drawn?

<p>0.46 A (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a series circuit comprising two resistors, what is the formula to calculate the total resistance?

<p>$RT = R1 + R2$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which formula can be used to determine the power in an electric circuit comprising one electrical load?

<p>$P = V imes I$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the power dissipated in a 10 Ω resistor connected to a voltage of 220 V?

<p>4.84 kW (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the rated current and resistance of a 60 W, 230 V bulb?

<p>Current: 0.26 A, Resistance: 884.62 Ω (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the energy consumption of an electrical load with a power of 50 W, in kilowatt-hours?

<p>0.05 kWh (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which equation represents the conversion between kilowatt-hours and joules?

<p>1 kWh = 3.6 × 10^7 J (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the electrical energy used by a 1,000 W heater turned on for 10 hours?

<p>360,000 J (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the energy consumed by a 2 kW refrigerator turned on for 24 hours per day in one month (30 days)?

<p>1440 kWh (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost of using a refrigerator at $0.25 per unit if it consumes 1440 kWh?

<p>$360 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total energy consumed by a 1,000 W heater for 30 days if it is turned on for an average of 10 hours per day?

<p>300 kWh (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main components of an energy bill in Singapore?

<p>electricity, gas, water (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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