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A circuit has a voltage of 12V and a resistance of 4 ohms. If the resistance is doubled, what will be the new current in the circuit, assuming the voltage remains constant?
A circuit has a voltage of 12V and a resistance of 4 ohms. If the resistance is doubled, what will be the new current in the circuit, assuming the voltage remains constant?
- 6A
- 1.5A (correct)
- 3A
- 48A
In a parallel circuit, two resistors, $R_1 = 10\Omega$ and $R_2 = 20\Omega$, are connected to a 10V source. What is the total current flowing through the circuit?
In a parallel circuit, two resistors, $R_1 = 10\Omega$ and $R_2 = 20\Omega$, are connected to a 10V source. What is the total current flowing through the circuit?
- 0.5 A
- 1 A
- 3 A
- 1.5 A (correct)
A solar panel is rated at 300W under standard test conditions. If the solar panel operates for 6 hours a day, how much energy does it generate in a week?
A solar panel is rated at 300W under standard test conditions. If the solar panel operates for 6 hours a day, how much energy does it generate in a week?
- 4.2 kWh
- 3.6 kWh
- 1.8 kWh
- 12.6 kWh (correct)
A single-phase transformer has 200 turns on its primary winding and 50 turns on its secondary winding. If the primary voltage is 240V, what is the secondary voltage, assuming an ideal transformer?
A single-phase transformer has 200 turns on its primary winding and 50 turns on its secondary winding. If the primary voltage is 240V, what is the secondary voltage, assuming an ideal transformer?
Which of the following scenarios would result in the most significant reduction of power loss in an electrical transmission system?
Which of the following scenarios would result in the most significant reduction of power loss in an electrical transmission system?
Flashcards
What is EMF?
What is EMF?
The force that causes electric current to flow in a circuit.
What is electrical power?
What is electrical power?
The rate at which electrical work is done (measured in Watts).
What is electrical energy?
What is electrical energy?
The ability to do work (measured in Joules or kilowatt-hours).
What is Ohm's Law?
What is Ohm's Law?
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What is Kirchhoff's Law?
What is Kirchhoff's Law?
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Study Notes
- The study notes cover several concepts in electrical engineering
Core Electrical Concepts
- Nature of Electricity is covered as a fundamental electrical concept
- Electromotive Force (EMF) explains the voltage source in a circuit
- Voltage refers to the electric potential difference
- Current refers to the rate of electrical charge flow
- Work relates to the energy transferred
- Power refers to the rate of energy transfer
- Energy is the capacity to do work
AC and DC Circuits
- Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) supplies are important concepts to understand
- Ohm's Law describes the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance
- Kirchhoff's Laws are also addressed
- Calculations of voltage, current, and power in AC circuits are included
Batteries and Cells
- General concepts of cells and batteries, along with their defects and remedies, are covered
Wiring
- Wire joints, types, and methods of domestic and power wiring and their applications
Materials
- Conductors allow easy flow
- Insulators resist electrical flow
- Semiconductors have conductivity between conductors and insulators
Components
- Electrical and electronic components and their symbols, and uses
- Resistors, capacitors, inductors, switches, and connectors
Renewable Energy
- Solar power, solar cells, and renewable energy concepts and benefits
Transformers
- The principle and construction of a single-phase transformer is covered
Tools
- Hand tools commonly used for electrical work are also addressed
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