Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education

2nd QUARTER EXAMINATION in TLE 8

(ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE)

Name: _____________________________________ Score: _____________________

Grade & Section: ____________________________ Date: _____________________

I. Multiple Choice:
DIRECTIONS: Read each question carefully. On your answer sheet, write the letter of your choice.

1. This is used for gripping, holding and cutting electrical wires, cables, and even small nails. It is usually
used by linemen in doing a heavy task.
a. Long Nose Pliers b. Wire Stripper c. Junction Box d. Hammer
2. This is used for cutting and holding fine wires it can reach tight spaces or small opening unlike other
pliers and also used in making terminal loops of copper wires.
a. Driver c. Right kind of stock c. Utility Box d. Long Nose
3. This has a cross tip resembling a positive ( + ) sign. It is used to drive screws with cross slots head.
a. Conduits b. Philips driver c. Wire Cutter d. Clipper
4. This is a tool used in driving or pounding and pulling out nails.
a. Hammer b. Cutter c. Saw d. Tester
5. A tool used for removing insulation of medium sized wires ranging from gauge #10 to gauge #16.
a. Wire Stripper b. Pliers c. Fuse d, Rod
6. A small drilling machine with a chuck capacity of ¼‖ to 3/8‖. It is used in making holes on metal sheets
and concrete walls.
a. Auger bit b. Electric Drill c. Mallet d. Cutter
7. Comes in either Standard or Philips screw driver with short shank or blade and shorted handle used to
turn screws in tight space where standard screw driver cannot be used.
a. Stubby Screw Driver b. Positive Crew c. Negative Screw d. Flat Screw
8. Used by linemen to remove insulation of wire and cables in low and high voltage transmission lines.
a. Volt Meter b. Wire Stripper c. Goat hammer d. Circuit Clam
9. Is a device inserted to a convenience outlet to conduct electric current. A flat cord is attached to it on
one end and the other end is connected to a current consuming instrument or appliance.
a. Male plug b. Volt Meter c. Ohm Meter d. D.C Meter
10. This is a circuit protective device that automatically blows and cut the current when an over load or
short circuit happens.
a. Wire Stripper b. Circuit Breaker c. Wire Cutter d. Fuse
11. This is a rectangular shaped metallic or plastic (PVC) material in which flush type convenience outlet
and switch are attached.
a. Junction Box b. Utility Box c. Line Box d. Line Box
12. This is an electrical materials used as the passage of wires for protection and Insulation.
a. Junction Box b. Utility Box c. Line Box d. Line Box
13. It is use to attach metallic or non-metallic conduit to the junction or utility boxes.
a. Long Nose Pliers b. Fuse Combination Pliers c. Conduits d. Male plug
14. This is a protective device used to automatically cut off the current when trouble in the circuit such as
short circuit or over load occurs.
a. Drill b. Fuse Box c. Breaker d. Insulator
15. Is an octagonal shaped electrical material where the connections or joints of wires are being done. It is
also where the flush type lamp holder is attached.
a. Wire Pipe b. Conductor Pipe c. Junction Box d. Hydro Box
16. An instrument used to measure the amount of electrical current intensity in a circuit.
a. Voltmeter b. Ammeter c. Micrometer d. Ohmmeter
17. A pocket sized tool used to test the line wire or circuit if there is current in it.
a. Test Light b. Wire gauge c. Ruler d. Pull-push rule
18. A measuring tool used to measure the length of an object in centimeter and inches.
a. Test Light b. Wire gauge c. Ruler d. Pull-push rule
19. It is used to measure the diameter of wires/conductors in circular mils. It can measure small and big
sizes of wires and cables.
a. Ammeter b. Wire gauge c. Ruler d. Pull-push rule
20. It is used to measure the voltage, resistance and current of a circuit. It connected in parallel or series
with the circuit depending on what to measure.
a. Test Light b. Wire gauge c. Volt Meter d. Pull-push rule
21. It revolves around maintaining and repairing electronic equipment used in large facilities.
a. Maintenance b. Building Inspection c. Electrical Maintenance d. Hazard
22. A dangerous condition where an individual could make an electrical contact with an energized
equipment or a conductor which the person may sustain injury from it.
a. Electrical Hazards b. Road Hazards c. Electrical Maintenance d. Testing
23. The process of examining of equipment’s to ensure that they reach an official standard.
a. Inspecting b. Testing c. Analyzing d. Servicing
24. The process of taking measures to check the quality, performance, or reliability of the equipment.
a. Testing b. Inspecting c. Analyzing d. Servicing
25. The process of examining methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of the equipment
typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation.
a. Testing b. Inspecting c. Analyzing d. Servicing
26. These are examples of safety awareness signs except for___________.
a. Safety First Work Safely Sign b. Eye Protection Required Sign
c. Electrical Hazard Authorized Only Sign d. Safety First Watch Your Step Sig
27. OSHA stands for__________.
a. Occupational Safety and Health Administration b. Organization of Safety and Health
Administration
c. Occupational Safety or Health Administration d. Occupational Service and Health
Administration
28. These are fundamentals of electrical maintenance except for __________.
a. Keep It Tight b. Keep it right c. Keep It Dry d. Keep It Clean
29. Prohibits Operation of Equipment, Increases AF Hazard, Increases Contact Resistance.
a. Abrasion b. Free from rusting c. Shock resistance d. Friction free
30. These are the top causes of electrical system failure except for_________.
a. Loose connections b. Line disturbance c. Oil accumulation d. Moisture
31. What can you use for the electrical system to "Keep It Friction Free"?
a. Lint-Free Rags b. Lubricating Spray c. Cleaning Agent d. Washable Fillers
32. What does "EPM" means?
a. Electrical Preventive Maintenance c. Equipment for Protective Management
b. Energy Product Machine d. Electrical Personnel Management
33. To prevent vibration, expansion, and contraction of components in the electrical system, you should
keep it ______.
a. Dry b. Clean c. Clean d. Tight
34. The process of repairing, providing maintenance, and keeping the machine in good condition.
a. Inspecting b. Servicing c. Analyzing d. Testing
35. An Inspection done with the use of our senses.
a. Unaided inspection b. Aided inspection c. Observation d. Evaluation
36. Inspection done with the use of tools.
a. Unaided inspection b. Aided inspection c. Observation d. Evaluation
37. These are all steps from 8-step electrical preventive maintenance except:
a. Plan b. Measure c. Evaluate d. test
38. The removal of dust, dirt, and other foreign objects from the equipment.
a. Lubricating b. Cleaning c. Tighten d. Cleaning
39. Analysis of records to determine what additional maintenance needs to be performed.
a. Evaluate b. Record c. Test d. Plan
40. What is static electricity caused by?
a. An imbalance of positive and negative charges c. A balance of Power
b. A balance of positive and negative charges d. Insufficient Voltage
41. Which of these materials is an insulator?
a. Rubber b. Copper c. Aluminum Foil d.Silver Wire
42. Which of these materials is a good conductor?
a. Gold b. Silver c. Wool d. Steel
43. Why do we coat wires with plastic or rubber?
a. Because those materials are good insulators c. Because those materials look nicer than copper
b. Because they are flexible d. It’s prevent the flow of electricity
44. What device opens and closes an electric circuit?
a. Switch b. A power source c. load d. Current
45. If you remove a light bulb from a series circuit, what happens?
a. The other bulbs go out c. The other bulbs stay lit
b. The electrons come out of the empty socket. d. Nothings will happen
46. Oscillating current is called?
a. Direct Current (DC) c. Annoying Current (AC)
b. Alternating Current (AC) d. Disorganized Current (DC
47. The current in our wall outlets and light sockets is __________.
a. AC b. DC c. AC & DC d. 60 GHz
48. What is the unit for voltage?
a. Ampere b. Joule c. Voltage d. Ohm
49. What is the unit for current?
a. Ohm b. Ampere c. Voltage d. DC
50. A typical size-AA battery holds how many volts?
a. 3V b. I.5V c. 300V d. 10V