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What is the formula for calculating energy charge?

P = Pt

q = P/t

P = q/t

q = Pt (correct)

What does 'load shifting' refer to in the context of electricity consumption?

Shifting the types of electrical appliances used

Shifting the time of electricity usage to avoid peak hours (correct)

Shifting the responsibility of electricity supply to consumers

Shifting electricity from one place to another

What is the purpose of a service charge in electricity billing?

To fund research and development in the electricity sector

To encourage users to consume more electricity

To cover the costs of electrical operations and services (correct)

To promote energy conservation practices

What does 'power demand charge' in electricity billing refer to?

The highest rate at which energy is consumed over a short time interval Signup and view all the answers

How is the purpose of power 'demand' charge explained?

To discourage users from using excessive energy when demand is high Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating energy consumption in an electrical appliance?

E = P x t Signup and view all the answers

In an electrical circuit, what does a short circuit refer to?

An inadvertent shortcut allowing current flow through an unintentional path Signup and view all the answers

What unit is used to measure resistance in a conductor?

Ohm Signup and view all the answers

If one lamp fails in a circuit but the rest remain lit, what type of circuit configuration is most likely in place?

Parallel circuit Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance in an electrical circuit?

E = I x R Signup and view all the answers

What does amperage (I) measure in an electrical system?

Current flow rate Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of demand limiting in a building?

To reduce the building's demand for utilities Signup and view all the answers

Peak shaving involves utilizing what to reduce demand peaks?

Energy storage and alternate sources of energy Signup and view all the answers

What defines Time-of-Use (TOU) rates in terms of electricity consumption?

Rates that vary according to the time of day and day type Signup and view all the answers

What does a Fuel Adjustment Charge typically reflect?

Cost of purchasing and storing raw fuel for electricity production Signup and view all the answers

What does the Billing Charge cover in an electricity bill?

Cost of metering and bill collection activities Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for electric utilities to implement Time-of-Use rates?

To manage demand during peak periods effectively Signup and view all the answers