Transformer Basics Quiz

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What is the primary function of a transformer?

  • To convert AC to DC
  • To transform voltages
  • To transmit electrical signals
  • To increase or decrease voltage (correct)

What is the main component of a transformer?

  • Resistor
  • Capacitor
  • Laminated soft iron frame (correct)
  • Semiconductor

How does a transformer work?

  • By using a permanent magnet to induce a current in the secondary coil
  • By passing direct current (DC) through the primary coil
  • By passing alternating current (AC) through the primary coil (correct)
  • By converting AC to DC in the primary coil

What is the difference between a step-up and a step-down transformer?

<p>A step-up transformer increases the voltage, while a step-down transformer decreases the voltage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the soft iron core in a transformer?

<p>To concentrate the magnetic lines of force (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the soft iron core of a transformer laminated?

<p>To prevent eddy currents (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the number of turns in the primary and secondary coils of a transformer?

<p>The number of turns in the secondary coil is always greater than the number of turns in the primary coil. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the insulation between the primary and secondary coils of a transformer?

<p>To prevent short circuits between the coils (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of current is used in the primary coil of a transformer?

<p>Alternating current (AC) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the laminated soft iron frame in a transformer?

<p>To increase the efficiency of the transformer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a transformer?

<p>To alter the voltage of an alternating current (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of transformer can put out different amounts of voltage from the same input voltage?

<p>Variable transformer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of transformer?

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

Which type of transformer consists of a single coil of insulated wire wound over a laminated soft iron core?

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

What is the key difference between the primary and secondary coils of a transformer?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a choke coil in a circuit?

<p>To produce a self-induced EMF (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a low frequency choke coil differ from a high frequency choke coil?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a capacitor in a power supply circuit?

<p>To act as a filter and remove ripples from the rectifier output (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of transformer is used to convert high voltages to low voltages?

<p>Step-down transformer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key purpose of an ON-OFF switch in a power supply circuit?

<p>To switch the circuit on and off (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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