Parallel Circuit Laws Quiz
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What are the parallel circuit laws for total voltage, total current, total resistance, and total power?

Total Voltage = V𝑇 = 𝑉 1 = 𝑉 2 = 𝑉 3…; Total Current = 𝐼𝑇 = 𝐼1 + 𝐼2 + 𝐼3…; Total Resistance = 1 / (1/R1 + 1/R2 + ... + 1/Rn); Total Power = Pt = 𝑃 1 + 𝑃 2 + 𝑃 3…

Give an example of where you would typically see a parallel circuit in your workplace?

In the lighting system, where multiple lights are connected in parallel. GPO's

What piece of equipment will measure the power supplied by the alternator to an electrical installation?

wattmeter

What piece of equipment will measure the energy supplied by the alternator to an electrical installation?

<p>kWH meter or smart meter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Australian Standard RMS phase to neutral voltage output by the alternator?

<p>230V, +10%, -6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Australian Standard RMS phase to phase voltage output by the alternator?

<p>400V, +10%, -6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the number of cycles of AC completed in one second?

<p>Frequency</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain basically how an electric motor rotates?

<p>An electric motor rotates by the electromagnetic effect of current as it passes through the stator windings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factors must be considered when selecting a motor starter?

<p>To comply with the requirements of the local supply authority, and to achieve the required starting torque and current.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of enclosure would suit a motor that may have splashes of water dropped on it and requires cooling?

<p>Totally enclosed, fan cooled (TEFC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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