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12889 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE AND TESTING


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Q.no 1. Earthing is necessary to give protection against

A : Danger of electric shock

B : Voltage fluctuation

C : Overloading

D : High temperature of the conductors

Q.no 2. Which instrument is used to measure the vibrations of induction motor?

A : accelerometer

B : RTD

C : Megger

D : Vibrometer

Q.no 3. Which type of distribution is preferred in residential areas?


A : Single phase, two wire.

B : Three phase, three wire

C : Three phase, four wire

D : Two phase, four wire

Q.no 4. Factors affecting life of transformer are

A : Presence of oxygen only

B : Moisture only

C : Stacks of winding only

D : Presence of oxygen, Moisture and stacks of winding

Q.no 5. Published price from which volume and other discounts are deducted and
to which handling, shipping, taxes, and other charges are added

A : Price List

B : Rate Card

C : Price Catalogue

D : Bill of Material

Q.no 6. Ambient temperature of the transformer to be checked

A : Hourly .

B : Two hourly

C : Six hourly

D : Eight hourly

Q.no 7. Predictive maintenance is also known as a

A : Routine Maintenance

B : Condition based maintenance

C : Preventive maintenance

D : Breakdown maintenance
Q.no 8. Greater the power factor the ________________ is the volume of copper
required.

A : Greater

B : Smaller

C : both are equal

D : depends on level of transmission

Q.no 9. Which is the most expensive bus bar scheme ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : double bus bar double breaker

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 10. Which material is used for indoor bus bar?

A : Copper

B : Aluminium

C : Silver

D:

Q.no 11. Which calculation is not the part of the cable sizing calculation?

A : Voltage Drop

B : Short Circuit Temperature Rise

C : Short Circuit Current Carrying Capacity

D : Dielectric Absorption Ratio

Q.no 12. Which distribution system is energized by two or more generating


stations or substations?

A : Radial systems.

B : Interconnected systems.

C : Ring main systems


D:

Q.no 13. Which solution is used for acidity test of transformer oil ?

A : HCL

B : NaOH

C : KOH

D : FeOH

Q.no 14. Name the cable which connects the distributor to the consumer
terminals

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D:

Q.no 15. A list in a contract setting out the staff, labour and plant hire rates etc
that a contractor will use for pricing cost reimbursable work is

A : Bill of Material

B : Bill of Quantity

C : Schedule of Rates

D : Detailed Project Report

Q.no 16. Avoid working in

A : Cold condition

B : dry condition

C : sunny condition

D : wet condition

Q.no 17. In equipment grounding, the enclosure is connected to ...........wire

A : ground

B : neutral
C : phase

D : either ground or neutral

Q.no 18. Which workers can repair exposed electrical equipment

A : any person

B : persons protected by PPE

C : qualified and trained persons protected by PPE

D : unqualified

Q.no 19. In case of transformer tapping is done at

A : primary only

B : primary or secondary side

C : secondary only

D : on both primary as well as secondary sides

Q.no 20. Grounding transformer is used where neutral .........available

A : is

B : is not

C:

D:

Q.no 21. One of the three generally recognized hazards of electrical work is

A : Cuts

B : Arc Flash

C : Falls

D : Concussion

Q.no 22. What is the highest possible transmission voltage in India?

A : 675kV

B : 765kV
C : 132kV

D : 440kV

Q.no 23. Noise of bearings of rotating machine is to be checked

A : Daily

B : Weekly

C : Quarterly

D : Monthly.

Q.no 24. Pole mounted sub stations are used for............ distribution

A : Primary

B : Secondary

C : Both Primary and Secondary

D:

Q.no 25. AC electrical power is transmitted at high voltages

A : to safeguard against pilferage

B : to minimize transmission losses

C : to reduce cost of generation

D : to make system reliable

Q.no 26. Testing and recording activity is covered under which maintenance?

A : Preventive maintenance

B : Prdective maintenance

C : Breakdown maintenance

D : Planned Maintenance

Q.no 27. Classification of labours in India is done on the basis of _

A : Education

B : Skill
C : Location

D : Past Experience

Q.no 28. Which component connects the substation to the area where power is to
be distributed?

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D : Distributor, service mains and feeder

Q.no 29. Which type of fault is not located by using loop test in underground
cables?

A : Earth fault

B : Short-circuit fault

C : Both earth fault and short-circuit fault

D : Open circuit facult

Q.no 30. The most economical area of conductor is that for which the total annual
cost of transmission line is minimum. Which law states this?

A : Lenz’s law

B : Kelvin’s law

C : Faraday’s law

D : Ohm’s law

Q.no 31. For the same conductor length, same amount of power, same losses and
maximum voltage to earth, which system requires minimum conductor area?

A : 3 wire ac

B : 2 wire ac.

C : 2 wire dc.

D : single phase

Q.no 32. What is the permissible limit of voltage variations allowed in the
distribution systems?
A:±2%

B:±5%

C : ± 10 %

D:±6%

Q.no 33. In a substation the equipment used to limit short circuit current level is

A : Series reactor

B : Coupling capacitor

C : Lightning switch

D : Isolator.

Q.no 34. Which bus bar scheme offers the lowest cost ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : Breaker and a half scheme

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 35. What is the main drawback of overhead system over underground
system?

A : Surge problem

B : High initial cost.

C : Higher charging current.

D : Underground system is more flexible than overhead system.

Q.no 36. Gas is usually not liberated due to dissociation of transformer oil unless
the oil temperture exceeds

A : 150 deg Celcius

B : 100 deg Celcius

C : 80 deg.Celcius

D : 50 deg.Celcius
Q.no 37. The effect of smoke, acid and alkali is negligible on ___wires

A : TRS Wire

B : VIR Wire

C : Flexible wire

D : Lead sheathed wire

Q.no 38. Varley loop tests are performed over Murray loop test because

A : Varley loop test can locate open circuit fault

B : Varley loop test provides measurement of total loop resistance

C : Varley loop test gives higher accuracy

D : Varley loop test can locate earth fault

Q.no 39. The voltage rating of the transformer in a pole-mounted Sub Station
is.............

A : 11 KV / 400 V

B : 11 KV / 240 V

C : 33 KV / 400 V

D:

Q.no 40. Manufacturing expenditure of the product is Rs.100 per product. The
profit considered on the same is 5 % per product. The cost per product is

A : 100

B : 105

C : 95

D : In the range of 95 to 100

Q.no 41. Stored Transformer oil should be checked continuously for

A : Impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil moisture content


D : oil reactions

Q.no 42. For a healthy insulating paper, degree of Polymerization (DP) is

A : between 100 to 400

B : between 900 to 1400

C : between 50 to 100

D : between 2000 to 3000

Q.no 43. With the increase in preventive maintenance cost, breakdown


maintenance cost will

A : Increase

B : Decrease

C : Remain same

D : 10% increase

Q.no 44. Which equipment is used for EHV lines to improve power
transferability?

A : Shunt capacitor

B : Shunt reactor

C : Series capacitor

D:

Q.no 45. The most suitable practical value of primary distribution is?

A : 66kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 230V/400V

D : 22kV

Q.no 46. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible fibers are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II
C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 47. The appliance filled with a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda is
called

A : water extinguisher

B : Soda acid extinguisher

C : dry powder extinguisher

D : carbon tetrachloride extinguisher.

Q.no 48. Fault can be easily identified in ___wiring

A : Open

B : PVC

C : Casing Capping

D : Cleat

Q.no 49. Which factors reduces the breakdown strength of transformer oil?

A : Acidity only

B : Sludge only

C : Moisture only

D : Acidity, Sludge,Moisture and Temperature

Q.no 50. Connection between pole and consumer premises is called_

A : Input supply

B : Feeder

C : Distributor

D : Service Mains

Q.no 51. Areas where flammable gases or vapors are or may be present in the air
in sufficient quantities to be explosive or ignitable are classified as:

A : Class I
B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 52. 500kVA Distrbution transformer connected to 11kV Line is loaded at


1000A. Calculate percentage overloading.

A : 75

B : 60

C : 50

D : 45

Q.no 53. The rated voltage of lightning arrestor at 11kV Overhead line is

A : 11kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 5kV

D : 9kV

Q.no 54. Thermograph or Thermogram is known as

A : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into heat

B : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Light

C : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Voltage

D : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into current

Q.no 55. By increasing the transmission voltage double of its original value, the
same power can be despatched keeping the line losses

A : Equal to its original value.

B : Half of its original value.

C : Double the original value.

D : One - fourth of the original value.

Q.no 56. Dissolved gas contents of oil need to be observed for


A : dissolved oxygen

B : dissolved gases from outside air

C : dissolved gases from arcs occurring in the transformer

D : all dissolved gases

Q.no 57. The temperature at which vapour above an oil surface ignites
spontaneously is term as

A : Fire Point

B : Flash Point

C : Thermal stress

D : Sludging

Q.no 58. Domestic installation has 3 fans (60 Watt), 6 lights (60 Watt), 4 Tube
Lights (40 Watt), 5 Plug Points (100 Watt). If power per circuit is 800 Watt, what is
the maximum current in the circuit? Consider supply voltage is 230 V, Factor of
safety is 2.

A : 5A

B : 16.28A

C : 10.42A

D : 8A

Q.no 59. Which of the following correctly represents the sequence of operations
of isolator, circuit breaker and earthing switch while opening a circuit

A : Close earthing switch - open circuit breaker open isolator

B : Open isolator - close circuit breaker - open earthing switch

C : Open circuit breaker - open isolator - close earthing switch

D : Close circuit breaker - close isolator - open earthing switch.

Q.no 60. The current of 100 to 200 mA passing through the body may result in

A : instant death due to heart failure

B : perceptible,no pain.

C : Tolerable ,not painful


D : severe burns,sever chest muscles clamp-down

Q.no 1. In single core cables , armouring is not done to__

A : Avoid damage to the cables

B : Ease of laying

C : Avoid excessive sheath loss

D : Armour is not part of single core cable construction

Q.no 2. For all types of voltage levels which of the following configuration is
costliest?

A : Underground Cable

B : Overhead Line

C : Aerial Bunched Cable

D : It depends upon the voltage level

Q.no 3. A transformer oil must be free from

A : sludge

B : odour

C : gases

D : moisture

Q.no 4. The process which can minimize unwanted events or accidents is called

A : Hazards

B : Safety

C : accident

D : incident

Q.no 5. Cost of Overhead Line installation is ____than underground cabling


system.

A : Lower

B : Higher
C : same

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 6. If the length of the cable increases, its insulation resistance

A : Increases

B : Decreases

C : Remains Constant

D : Increases maximum upto double value

Q.no 7. The dielectric strength of transformer oil is expected to be

A : 33 kV/mm

B : 1 kV/mm

C : 100 kV/mm

D : 330 kV/mm

Q.no 8. The operating voltage of high tension cables is up to

A : 1-11 Kv

B : 11-20kV

C : 11-33kV

D : Above 33kV

Q.no 9. What is the effect of the presence of moisture and impurities in oil ?

A : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil and also reduces the insulation
resistance of the transformer

B : reduces the insulation resistance of the transformer

C : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil

D : increases the dielectric strength of the oil and increases the insulation resistance of
the transformer

Q.no 10. Stored oil should be checked continuously for

A : impurities in the oil


B : oil levels

C : oil reactions

D : oil moisture content

Q.no 11. Increase in the working temperature by One-degree Celsius machine life
reduces by ………

A : 0.5

B : 0.4

C : 0.15

D : 0.1

Q.no 12. The frequency of inspection schedule depends on ………… of machine

A : Maintenance Schedule

B : Delay time

C : Duty cycle

D : Condition

Q.no 13. All electrical equipment before use must be

A : cleaned

B : inspected

C : labelled

D : Organized

Q.no 14. Which material is used for indoor bus bar?

A : Copper

B : Aluminium

C : Silver

D:

Q.no 15. Grounding transformer is used where neutral .........available

A : is
B : is not

C:

D:

Q.no 16. Published price from which volume and other discounts are deducted
and to which handling, shipping, taxes, and other charges are added

A : Price List

B : Rate Card

C : Price Catalogue

D : Bill of Material

Q.no 17. Factors affecting life of transformer are

A : Presence of oxygen only

B : Moisture only

C : Stacks of winding only

D : Presence of oxygen, Moisture and stacks of winding

Q.no 18. One of the three generally recognized hazards of electrical work is

A : Cuts

B : Arc Flash

C : Falls

D : Concussion

Q.no 19. Greater the power factor the ________________ is the volume of copper
required.

A : Greater

B : Smaller

C : both are equal

D : depends on level of transmission

Q.no 20. Which is the most expensive bus bar scheme ?


A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : double bus bar double breaker

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 21. Avoid working in

A : Cold condition

B : dry condition

C : sunny condition

D : wet condition

Q.no 22. Pole mounted sub stations are used for............ distribution

A : Primary

B : Secondary

C : Both Primary and Secondary

D:

Q.no 23. Which workers can repair exposed electrical equipment

A : any person

B : persons protected by PPE

C : qualified and trained persons protected by PPE

D : unqualified

Q.no 24. Which calculation is not the part of the cable sizing calculation?

A : Voltage Drop

B : Short Circuit Temperature Rise

C : Short Circuit Current Carrying Capacity

D : Dielectric Absorption Ratio

Q.no 25. AC electrical power is transmitted at high voltages


A : to safeguard against pilferage

B : to minimize transmission losses

C : to reduce cost of generation

D : to make system reliable

Q.no 26. Single bus-bar arrangement in substations is used for voltage is less
than............

A : 11kV

B : 33kV

C : 132kV

D : 220kV

Q.no 27. Isolators are used to disconnect a circuit when

A : line is on full load

B : line is energized

C : circuit breaker is not open

D : there is no current in the line.

Q.no 28. Premier organisation of Government of India which publishes SOR is__

A : Load Dispatch Center

B : Ministry of Power

C : Central Electricity Authority

D : Central Public Works Department

Q.no 29. 630V is _____Voltage in India.

A : LT

B : MV

C : HT

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 30. The Dielectric Absorption ratio is defined as


A : 30 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

B : 60 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

C : 90 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

D : 90 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

Q.no 31. For Class A Insulation, Polarisation Index should be greater than …....

A : 1.5

B:2

C : 2.5

D:3

Q.no 32. What are the different methods of purifying and drying out transformer
oils ?

A : Filter press

B : Centrifugal oil purifier

C : Streamline filter

D : Filter press,Centrifugal oil purifier and Streamline filter

Q.no 33. ________ caution when working near electricity

A : Rarely use

B : never use

C : Always use

D : Sometimes use

Q.no 34. ____wiring is recommended for temporary installations.

A : PVC

B : Cleat

C : Metal

D : Conduit
Q.no 35. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible dust are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 36. Factor affecting Preventive maintenance schedule are

A : Overload working condition

B : Age of the Machine

C : Position of the machine in the plant

D : Cost of machine

Q.no 37. Gloves used for electrical protection must be electrically tested every

A : 3 months

B : 12 months

C : 8 months

D : 6 months

Q.no 38. The effect of smoke, acid and alkali is negligible on ___wires

A : TRS Wire

B : VIR Wire

C : Flexible wire

D : Lead sheathed wire

Q.no 39. For the same conductor length, same amount of power, same losses and
maximum voltage to earth, which system requires minimum conductor area?

A : 3 wire ac

B : 2 wire ac.

C : 2 wire dc.
D : single phase

Q.no 40. Stored Transformer oil should be checked continuously for

A : Impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil moisture content

D : oil reactions

Q.no 41. Which type of fault is not located by using loop test in underground
cables?

A : Earth fault

B : Short-circuit fault

C : Both earth fault and short-circuit fault

D : Open circuit facult

Q.no 42. Which component connects the substation to the area where power is to
be distributed?

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D : Distributor, service mains and feeder

Q.no 43. For a healthy insulating paper, degree of Polymerization (DP) is

A : between 100 to 400

B : between 900 to 1400

C : between 50 to 100

D : between 2000 to 3000

Q.no 44. Manufacturing expenditure of the product is Rs.100 per product. The
profit considered on the same is 5 % per product. The cost per product is

A : 100

B : 105
C : 95

D : In the range of 95 to 100

Q.no 45. The most economical area of conductor is that for which the total annual
cost of transmission line is minimum. Which law states this?

A : Lenz’s law

B : Kelvin’s law

C : Faraday’s law

D : Ohm’s law

Q.no 46. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible fibers are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 47. Classification of labours in India is done on the basis of _

A : Education

B : Skill

C : Location

D : Past Experience

Q.no 48. Gas is usually not liberated due to dissociation of transformer oil unless
the oil temperture exceeds

A : 150 deg Celcius

B : 100 deg Celcius

C : 80 deg.Celcius

D : 50 deg.Celcius

Q.no 49. What is the main drawback of overhead system over underground
system?
A : Surge problem

B : High initial cost.

C : Higher charging current.

D : Underground system is more flexible than overhead system.

Q.no 50. Varley loop tests are performed over Murray loop test because

A : Varley loop test can locate open circuit fault

B : Varley loop test provides measurement of total loop resistance

C : Varley loop test gives higher accuracy

D : Varley loop test can locate earth fault

Q.no 51. Assertion (A): Transmission of electrical power by dc is economical than


that with ac. Reason (R): In case of dc transmission, there is no charging current
which contributes to the continuous load, even on no load.

A : Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

B : Both A and R are true and R is not the explanation of A

C : A is true but R is false

D : A is false but R is true.

Q.no 52. Which sequence is followed first while closing a circuit breaker?

A : Close the isolator

B : Open earthing switch

C : Close circuit breaker

D:

Q.no 53. Bushing insulators are required when

A : tapping is done near the neutral end

B : tapping is done at the line ends

C : tapping is done

D : they are not required


Q.no 54. Which of the following correctly presents the sequence of operations of
isolator circuit breaker and earthing switch while closing a circuit

A : Ensure circuit breaker is closed - close isolator - open earthing switch

B : Ensure circuit breaker is open - close isolator - open earthing switch if any- close
circuit breaker

C : Ensure circuit breaker is open - open isolator - open earthing switch if any - close
circuit breaker.

D:

Q.no 55. The dielectric strength of transformer oil should be greater than

A : 20kV with 2.0 mm standard gap

B : 30k V with 2.5 mm standard gap

C : 30k V with 2.0 mm standard gap

D : less than 20 kv with 2.0 standard gap

Q.no 56. For rated voltage 6.6 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 229 mm

B : 175mm

C : 330mm

D : 431mm

Q.no 57. An industrial consumer has a load pattern of 2000 kW, 0.8 lag for 12
hours and 1000 kW UPF for 12 hours. What is its load factor?

A : 10.5

B : 0.75

C : 0.6

D:2

Q.no 58. For good transformer oil the acidity should be

A : less than 0.5 mg/gram of oil

B : less than 1 mg/gram of oil


C : less than 2.5 mg/gram of oil

D : less than 3 mg/gram of oil

Q.no 59. With the same maximum voltage to earth, which among the following ac
systems with 0.8 pf will need more copper compared to 2 wire system?

A : Single phase, 2 wire

B : Single phase, 3 wire

C : Three phase, 3 wire

D : Three phase, 4 wire

Q.no 60. For rated voltage 400 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 1219 mm

B : 1473mm

C : 5750mm

D : 2368mm

Q.no 1. Earthing is necessary to give protection against

A : Danger of electric shock

B : Voltage fluctuation

C : Overloading

D : High temperature of the conductors

Q.no 2. In equipment grounding, the enclosure is connected to ...........wire

A : ground

B : neutral

C : phase

D : either ground or neutral

Q.no 3. A list in a contract setting out the staff, labour and plant hire rates etc that
a contractor will use for pricing cost reimbursable work is

A : Bill of Material
B : Bill of Quantity

C : Schedule of Rates

D : Detailed Project Report

Q.no 4. Which type of distribution is preferred in residential areas?

A : Single phase, two wire.

B : Three phase, three wire

C : Three phase, four wire

D : Two phase, four wire

Q.no 5. Which instrument is used to measure the vibrations of induction motor?

A : accelerometer

B : RTD

C : Megger

D : Vibrometer

Q.no 6. Which distribution system is energized by two or more generating stations


or substations?

A : Radial systems.

B : Interconnected systems.

C : Ring main systems

D:

Q.no 7. The process which can minimize unwanted events or accidents is called

A : Hazards

B : Safety

C : accident

D : incident

Q.no 8. What is the highest possible transmission voltage in India?

A : 675kV
B : 765kV

C : 132kV

D : 440kV

Q.no 9. In single core cables , armouring is not done to__

A : Avoid damage to the cables

B : Ease of laying

C : Avoid excessive sheath loss

D : Armour is not part of single core cable construction

Q.no 10. Name the cable which connects the distributor to the consumer
terminals

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D:

Q.no 11. Predictive maintenance is also known as a

A : Routine Maintenance

B : Condition based maintenance

C : Preventive maintenance

D : Breakdown maintenance

Q.no 12. Ambient temperature of the transformer to be checked

A : Hourly .

B : Two hourly

C : Six hourly

D : Eight hourly

Q.no 13. For all types of voltage levels which of the following configuration is
costliest?
A : Underground Cable

B : Overhead Line

C : Aerial Bunched Cable

D : It depends upon the voltage level

Q.no 14. In case of transformer tapping is done at

A : primary only

B : primary or secondary side

C : secondary only

D : on both primary as well as secondary sides

Q.no 15. A transformer oil must be free from

A : sludge

B : odour

C : gases

D : moisture

Q.no 16. Cost of Overhead Line installation is ____than underground cabling


system.

A : Lower

B : Higher

C : same

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 17. Which solution is used for acidity test of transformer oil ?

A : HCL

B : NaOH

C : KOH

D : FeOH

Q.no 18. Noise of bearings of rotating machine is to be checked


A : Daily

B : Weekly

C : Quarterly

D : Monthly.

Q.no 19. The operating voltage of high tension cables is up to

A : 1-11 Kv

B : 11-20kV

C : 11-33kV

D : Above 33kV

Q.no 20. Greater the power factor the ________________ is the volume of copper
required.

A : Greater

B : Smaller

C : both are equal

D : depends on level of transmission

Q.no 21. Published price from which volume and other discounts are deducted
and to which handling, shipping, taxes, and other charges are added

A : Price List

B : Rate Card

C : Price Catalogue

D : Bill of Material

Q.no 22. Which workers can repair exposed electrical equipment

A : any person

B : persons protected by PPE

C : qualified and trained persons protected by PPE

D : unqualified
Q.no 23. Which material is used for indoor bus bar?

A : Copper

B : Aluminium

C : Silver

D:

Q.no 24. AC electrical power is transmitted at high voltages

A : to safeguard against pilferage

B : to minimize transmission losses

C : to reduce cost of generation

D : to make system reliable

Q.no 25. Factors affecting life of transformer are

A : Presence of oxygen only

B : Moisture only

C : Stacks of winding only

D : Presence of oxygen, Moisture and stacks of winding

Q.no 26. Which bus bar scheme offers the lowest cost ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : Breaker and a half scheme

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 27. Testing and recording activity is covered under which maintenance?

A : Preventive maintenance

B : Prdective maintenance

C : Breakdown maintenance

D : Planned Maintenance
Q.no 28. 630V is _____Voltage in India.

A : LT

B : MV

C : HT

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 29. Single bus-bar arrangement in substations is used for voltage is less
than............

A : 11kV

B : 33kV

C : 132kV

D : 220kV

Q.no 30. With the increase in preventive maintenance cost, breakdown


maintenance cost will

A : Increase

B : Decrease

C : Remain same

D : 10% increase

Q.no 31. Connection between pole and consumer premises is called_

A : Input supply

B : Feeder

C : Distributor

D : Service Mains

Q.no 32. In a substation the equipment used to limit short circuit current level is

A : Series reactor

B : Coupling capacitor

C : Lightning switch
D : Isolator.

Q.no 33. The voltage rating of the transformer in a pole-mounted Sub Station
is.............

A : 11 KV / 400 V

B : 11 KV / 240 V

C : 33 KV / 400 V

D:

Q.no 34. Which equipment is used for EHV lines to improve power
transferability?

A : Shunt capacitor

B : Shunt reactor

C : Series capacitor

D:

Q.no 35. What is the permissible limit of voltage variations allowed in the
distribution systems?

A:±2%

B:±5%

C : ± 10 %

D:±6%

Q.no 36. Premier organisation of Government of India which publishes SOR is__

A : Load Dispatch Center

B : Ministry of Power

C : Central Electricity Authority

D : Central Public Works Department

Q.no 37. The appliance filled with a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda is
called

A : water extinguisher
B : Soda acid extinguisher

C : dry powder extinguisher

D : carbon tetrachloride extinguisher.

Q.no 38. Which factors reduces the breakdown strength of transformer oil?

A : Acidity only

B : Sludge only

C : Moisture only

D : Acidity, Sludge,Moisture and Temperature

Q.no 39. Isolators are used to disconnect a circuit when

A : line is on full load

B : line is energized

C : circuit breaker is not open

D : there is no current in the line.

Q.no 40. Fault can be easily identified in ___wiring

A : Open

B : PVC

C : Casing Capping

D : Cleat

Q.no 41. The most suitable practical value of primary distribution is?

A : 66kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 230V/400V

D : 22kV

Q.no 42. For Class A Insulation, Polarisation Index should be greater than …....

A : 1.5
B:2

C : 2.5

D:3

Q.no 43. The effect of smoke, acid and alkali is negligible on ___wires

A : TRS Wire

B : VIR Wire

C : Flexible wire

D : Lead sheathed wire

Q.no 44. The most economical area of conductor is that for which the total annual
cost of transmission line is minimum. Which law states this?

A : Lenz’s law

B : Kelvin’s law

C : Faraday’s law

D : Ohm’s law

Q.no 45. Which type of fault is not located by using loop test in underground
cables?

A : Earth fault

B : Short-circuit fault

C : Both earth fault and short-circuit fault

D : Open circuit facult

Q.no 46. The Dielectric Absorption ratio is defined as

A : 30 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

B : 60 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

C : 90 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

D : 90 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

Q.no 47. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible fibers are classified as:
A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 48. Which component connects the substation to the area where power is to
be distributed?

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D : Distributor, service mains and feeder

Q.no 49. What is the main drawback of overhead system over underground
system?

A : Surge problem

B : High initial cost.

C : Higher charging current.

D : Underground system is more flexible than overhead system.

Q.no 50. Stored Transformer oil should be checked continuously for

A : Impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil moisture content

D : oil reactions

Q.no 51. By increasing the transmission voltage double of its original value, the
same power can be despatched keeping the line losses

A : Equal to its original value.

B : Half of its original value.

C : Double the original value.

D : One - fourth of the original value.


Q.no 52. Domestic installation has 3 fans (60 Watt), 6 lights (60 Watt), 4 Tube
Lights (40 Watt), 5 Plug Points (100 Watt). If power per circuit is 800 Watt, what is
the maximum current in the circuit? Consider supply voltage is 230 V, Factor of
safety is 2.

A : 5A

B : 16.28A

C : 10.42A

D : 8A

Q.no 53. 500kVA Distrbution transformer connected to 11kV Line is loaded at


1000A. Calculate percentage overloading.

A : 75

B : 60

C : 50

D : 45

Q.no 54. The temperature at which vapour above an oil surface ignites
spontaneously is term as

A : Fire Point

B : Flash Point

C : Thermal stress

D : Sludging

Q.no 55. Thermograph or Thermogram is known as

A : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into heat

B : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Light

C : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Voltage

D : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into current

Q.no 56. The rated voltage of lightning arrestor at 11kV Overhead line is

A : 11kV

B : 6.6kV
C : 5kV

D : 9kV

Q.no 57. Dissolved gas contents of oil need to be observed for

A : dissolved oxygen

B : dissolved gases from outside air

C : dissolved gases from arcs occurring in the transformer

D : all dissolved gases

Q.no 58. The current of 100 to 200 mA passing through the body may result in

A : instant death due to heart failure

B : perceptible,no pain.

C : Tolerable ,not painful

D : severe burns,sever chest muscles clamp-down

Q.no 59. Areas where flammable gases or vapors are or may be present in the air
in sufficient quantities to be explosive or ignitable are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 60. Which of the following correctly represents the sequence of operations
of isolator, circuit breaker and earthing switch while opening a circuit

A : Close earthing switch - open circuit breaker open isolator

B : Open isolator - close circuit breaker - open earthing switch

C : Open circuit breaker - open isolator - close earthing switch

D : Close circuit breaker - close isolator - open earthing switch.

Q.no 1. Increase in the working temperature by One-degree Celsius machine life


reduces by ………

A : 0.5
B : 0.4

C : 0.15

D : 0.1

Q.no 2. What is the effect of the presence of moisture and impurities in oil ?

A : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil and also reduces the insulation
resistance of the transformer

B : reduces the insulation resistance of the transformer

C : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil

D : increases the dielectric strength of the oil and increases the insulation resistance of
the transformer

Q.no 3. Pole mounted sub stations are used for............ distribution

A : Primary

B : Secondary

C : Both Primary and Secondary

D:

Q.no 4. Which is the most expensive bus bar scheme ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : double bus bar double breaker

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 5. Grounding transformer is used where neutral .........available

A : is

B : is not

C:

D:

Q.no 6. All electrical equipment before use must be


A : cleaned

B : inspected

C : labelled

D : Organized

Q.no 7. Stored oil should be checked continuously for

A : impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil reactions

D : oil moisture content

Q.no 8. The dielectric strength of transformer oil is expected to be

A : 33 kV/mm

B : 1 kV/mm

C : 100 kV/mm

D : 330 kV/mm

Q.no 9. Which calculation is not the part of the cable sizing calculation?

A : Voltage Drop

B : Short Circuit Temperature Rise

C : Short Circuit Current Carrying Capacity

D : Dielectric Absorption Ratio

Q.no 10. If the length of the cable increases, its insulation resistance

A : Increases

B : Decreases

C : Remains Constant

D : Increases maximum upto double value

Q.no 11. One of the three generally recognized hazards of electrical work is
A : Cuts

B : Arc Flash

C : Falls

D : Concussion

Q.no 12. Earthing is necessary to give protection against

A : Danger of electric shock

B : Voltage fluctuation

C : Overloading

D : High temperature of the conductors

Q.no 13. The frequency of inspection schedule depends on ………… of machine

A : Maintenance Schedule

B : Delay time

C : Duty cycle

D : Condition

Q.no 14. Avoid working in

A : Cold condition

B : dry condition

C : sunny condition

D : wet condition

Q.no 15. The operating voltage of high tension cables is up to

A : 1-11 Kv

B : 11-20kV

C : 11-33kV

D : Above 33kV

Q.no 16. A transformer oil must be free from


A : sludge

B : odour

C : gases

D : moisture

Q.no 17. Predictive maintenance is also known as a

A : Routine Maintenance

B : Condition based maintenance

C : Preventive maintenance

D : Breakdown maintenance

Q.no 18. Ambient temperature of the transformer to be checked

A : Hourly .

B : Two hourly

C : Six hourly

D : Eight hourly

Q.no 19. Name the cable which connects the distributor to the consumer
terminals

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D:

Q.no 20. For all types of voltage levels which of the following configuration is
costliest?

A : Underground Cable

B : Overhead Line

C : Aerial Bunched Cable

D : It depends upon the voltage level


Q.no 21. Cost of Overhead Line installation is ____than underground cabling
system.

A : Lower

B : Higher

C : same

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 22. Published price from which volume and other discounts are deducted
and to which handling, shipping, taxes, and other charges are added

A : Price List

B : Rate Card

C : Price Catalogue

D : Bill of Material

Q.no 23. The process which can minimize unwanted events or accidents is called

A : Hazards

B : Safety

C : accident

D : incident

Q.no 24. Which distribution system is energized by two or more generating


stations or substations?

A : Radial systems.

B : Interconnected systems.

C : Ring main systems

D:

Q.no 25. In single core cables , armouring is not done to__

A : Avoid damage to the cables

B : Ease of laying

C : Avoid excessive sheath loss


D : Armour is not part of single core cable construction

Q.no 26. What are the different methods of purifying and drying out transformer
oils ?

A : Filter press

B : Centrifugal oil purifier

C : Streamline filter

D : Filter press,Centrifugal oil purifier and Streamline filter

Q.no 27. Gas is usually not liberated due to dissociation of transformer oil unless
the oil temperture exceeds

A : 150 deg Celcius

B : 100 deg Celcius

C : 80 deg.Celcius

D : 50 deg.Celcius

Q.no 28. Factor affecting Preventive maintenance schedule are

A : Overload working condition

B : Age of the Machine

C : Position of the machine in the plant

D : Cost of machine

Q.no 29. Gloves used for electrical protection must be electrically tested every

A : 3 months

B : 12 months

C : 8 months

D : 6 months

Q.no 30. Single bus-bar arrangement in substations is used for voltage is less
than............

A : 11kV

B : 33kV
C : 132kV

D : 220kV

Q.no 31. Manufacturing expenditure of the product is Rs.100 per product. The
profit considered on the same is 5 % per product. The cost per product is

A : 100

B : 105

C : 95

D : In the range of 95 to 100

Q.no 32. For a healthy insulating paper, degree of Polymerization (DP) is

A : between 100 to 400

B : between 900 to 1400

C : between 50 to 100

D : between 2000 to 3000

Q.no 33. Varley loop tests are performed over Murray loop test because

A : Varley loop test can locate open circuit fault

B : Varley loop test provides measurement of total loop resistance

C : Varley loop test gives higher accuracy

D : Varley loop test can locate earth fault

Q.no 34. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible dust are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 35. Which bus bar scheme offers the lowest cost ?

A : Single bus bar scheme


B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : Breaker and a half scheme

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 36. In a substation the equipment used to limit short circuit current level is

A : Series reactor

B : Coupling capacitor

C : Lightning switch

D : Isolator.

Q.no 37. Connection between pole and consumer premises is called_

A : Input supply

B : Feeder

C : Distributor

D : Service Mains

Q.no 38. 630V is _____Voltage in India.

A : LT

B : MV

C : HT

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 39. With the increase in preventive maintenance cost, breakdown


maintenance cost will

A : Increase

B : Decrease

C : Remain same

D : 10% increase

Q.no 40. Classification of labours in India is done on the basis of _

A : Education
B : Skill

C : Location

D : Past Experience

Q.no 41. Testing and recording activity is covered under which maintenance?

A : Preventive maintenance

B : Prdective maintenance

C : Breakdown maintenance

D : Planned Maintenance

Q.no 42. ____wiring is recommended for temporary installations.

A : PVC

B : Cleat

C : Metal

D : Conduit

Q.no 43. ________ caution when working near electricity

A : Rarely use

B : never use

C : Always use

D : Sometimes use

Q.no 44. For the same conductor length, same amount of power, same losses and
maximum voltage to earth, which system requires minimum conductor area?

A : 3 wire ac

B : 2 wire ac.

C : 2 wire dc.

D : single phase

Q.no 45. The appliance filled with a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda is
called
A : water extinguisher

B : Soda acid extinguisher

C : dry powder extinguisher

D : carbon tetrachloride extinguisher.

Q.no 46. Isolators are used to disconnect a circuit when

A : line is on full load

B : line is energized

C : circuit breaker is not open

D : there is no current in the line.

Q.no 47. For Class A Insulation, Polarisation Index should be greater than …....

A : 1.5

B:2

C : 2.5

D:3

Q.no 48. Fault can be easily identified in ___wiring

A : Open

B : PVC

C : Casing Capping

D : Cleat

Q.no 49. Which type of fault is not located by using loop test in underground
cables?

A : Earth fault

B : Short-circuit fault

C : Both earth fault and short-circuit fault

D : Open circuit facult

Q.no 50. The most suitable practical value of primary distribution is?
A : 66kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 230V/400V

D : 22kV

Q.no 51. An industrial consumer has a load pattern of 2000 kW, 0.8 lag for 12
hours and 1000 kW UPF for 12 hours. What is its load factor?

A : 10.5

B : 0.75

C : 0.6

D:2

Q.no 52. For rated voltage 6.6 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 229 mm

B : 175mm

C : 330mm

D : 431mm

Q.no 53. With the same maximum voltage to earth, which among the following ac
systems with 0.8 pf will need more copper compared to 2 wire system?

A : Single phase, 2 wire

B : Single phase, 3 wire

C : Three phase, 3 wire

D : Three phase, 4 wire

Q.no 54. For good transformer oil the acidity should be

A : less than 0.5 mg/gram of oil

B : less than 1 mg/gram of oil

C : less than 2.5 mg/gram of oil

D : less than 3 mg/gram of oil


Q.no 55. For rated voltage 400 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 1219 mm

B : 1473mm

C : 5750mm

D : 2368mm

Q.no 56. The dielectric strength of transformer oil should be greater than

A : 20kV with 2.0 mm standard gap

B : 30k V with 2.5 mm standard gap

C : 30k V with 2.0 mm standard gap

D : less than 20 kv with 2.0 standard gap

Q.no 57. Assertion (A): Transmission of electrical power by dc is economical than


that with ac. Reason (R): In case of dc transmission, there is no charging current
which contributes to the continuous load, even on no load.

A : Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

B : Both A and R are true and R is not the explanation of A

C : A is true but R is false

D : A is false but R is true.

Q.no 58. 500kVA Distrbution transformer connected to 11kV Line is loaded at


1000A. Calculate percentage overloading.

A : 75

B : 60

C : 50

D : 45

Q.no 59. The rated voltage of lightning arrestor at 11kV Overhead line is

A : 11kV

B : 6.6kV
C : 5kV

D : 9kV

Q.no 60. Domestic installation has 3 fans (60 Watt), 6 lights (60 Watt), 4 Tube
Lights (40 Watt), 5 Plug Points (100 Watt). If power per circuit is 800 Watt, what is
the maximum current in the circuit? Consider supply voltage is 230 V, Factor of
safety is 2.

A : 5A

B : 16.28A

C : 10.42A

D : 8A

Q.no 1. Factors affecting life of transformer are

A : Presence of oxygen only

B : Moisture only

C : Stacks of winding only

D : Presence of oxygen, Moisture and stacks of winding

Q.no 2. Stored oil should be checked continuously for

A : impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil reactions

D : oil moisture content

Q.no 3. Grounding transformer is used where neutral .........available

A : is

B : is not

C:

D:

Q.no 4. Noise of bearings of rotating machine is to be checked

A : Daily
B : Weekly

C : Quarterly

D : Monthly.

Q.no 5. Which material is used for indoor bus bar?

A : Copper

B : Aluminium

C : Silver

D:

Q.no 6. All electrical equipment before use must be

A : cleaned

B : inspected

C : labelled

D : Organized

Q.no 7. AC electrical power is transmitted at high voltages

A : to safeguard against pilferage

B : to minimize transmission losses

C : to reduce cost of generation

D : to make system reliable

Q.no 8. Which solution is used for acidity test of transformer oil ?

A : HCL

B : NaOH

C : KOH

D : FeOH

Q.no 9. The dielectric strength of transformer oil is expected to be

A : 33 kV/mm
B : 1 kV/mm

C : 100 kV/mm

D : 330 kV/mm

Q.no 10. Increase in the working temperature by One-degree Celsius machine life
reduces by ………

A : 0.5

B : 0.4

C : 0.15

D : 0.1

Q.no 11. What is the effect of the presence of moisture and impurities in oil ?

A : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil and also reduces the insulation
resistance of the transformer

B : reduces the insulation resistance of the transformer

C : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil

D : increases the dielectric strength of the oil and increases the insulation resistance of
the transformer

Q.no 12. Which type of distribution is preferred in residential areas?

A : Single phase, two wire.

B : Three phase, three wire

C : Three phase, four wire

D : Two phase, four wire

Q.no 13. Greater the power factor the ________________ is the volume of copper
required.

A : Greater

B : Smaller

C : both are equal

D : depends on level of transmission


Q.no 14. A list in a contract setting out the staff, labour and plant hire rates etc
that a contractor will use for pricing cost reimbursable work is

A : Bill of Material

B : Bill of Quantity

C : Schedule of Rates

D : Detailed Project Report

Q.no 15. What is the highest possible transmission voltage in India?

A : 675kV

B : 765kV

C : 132kV

D : 440kV

Q.no 16. Which workers can repair exposed electrical equipment

A : any person

B : persons protected by PPE

C : qualified and trained persons protected by PPE

D : unqualified

Q.no 17. In case of transformer tapping is done at

A : primary only

B : primary or secondary side

C : secondary only

D : on both primary as well as secondary sides

Q.no 18. Which is the most expensive bus bar scheme ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : double bus bar double breaker

D : Main and transfer scheme.


Q.no 19. Which instrument is used to measure the vibrations of induction motor?

A : accelerometer

B : RTD

C : Megger

D : Vibrometer

Q.no 20. Pole mounted sub stations are used for............ distribution

A : Primary

B : Secondary

C : Both Primary and Secondary

D:

Q.no 21. In equipment grounding, the enclosure is connected to ...........wire

A : ground

B : neutral

C : phase

D : either ground or neutral

Q.no 22. Which distribution system is energized by two or more generating


stations or substations?

A : Radial systems.

B : Interconnected systems.

C : Ring main systems

D:

Q.no 23. The process which can minimize unwanted events or accidents is called

A : Hazards

B : Safety

C : accident

D : incident
Q.no 24. Earthing is necessary to give protection against

A : Danger of electric shock

B : Voltage fluctuation

C : Overloading

D : High temperature of the conductors

Q.no 25. Cost of Overhead Line installation is ____than underground cabling


system.

A : Lower

B : Higher

C : same

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 26. Which equipment is used for EHV lines to improve power
transferability?

A : Shunt capacitor

B : Shunt reactor

C : Series capacitor

D:

Q.no 27. The Dielectric Absorption ratio is defined as

A : 30 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

B : 60 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

C : 90 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

D : 90 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

Q.no 28. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible fibers are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III
D : Hazardous

Q.no 29. The voltage rating of the transformer in a pole-mounted Sub Station
is.............

A : 11 KV / 400 V

B : 11 KV / 240 V

C : 33 KV / 400 V

D:

Q.no 30. Gloves used for electrical protection must be electrically tested every

A : 3 months

B : 12 months

C : 8 months

D : 6 months

Q.no 31. Premier organisation of Government of India which publishes SOR is__

A : Load Dispatch Center

B : Ministry of Power

C : Central Electricity Authority

D : Central Public Works Department

Q.no 32. Which factors reduces the breakdown strength of transformer oil?

A : Acidity only

B : Sludge only

C : Moisture only

D : Acidity, Sludge,Moisture and Temperature

Q.no 33. The most economical area of conductor is that for which the total annual
cost of transmission line is minimum. Which law states this?

A : Lenz’s law

B : Kelvin’s law
C : Faraday’s law

D : Ohm’s law

Q.no 34. Factor affecting Preventive maintenance schedule are

A : Overload working condition

B : Age of the Machine

C : Position of the machine in the plant

D : Cost of machine

Q.no 35. Manufacturing expenditure of the product is Rs.100 per product. The
profit considered on the same is 5 % per product. The cost per product is

A : 100

B : 105

C : 95

D : In the range of 95 to 100

Q.no 36. Gas is usually not liberated due to dissociation of transformer oil unless
the oil temperture exceeds

A : 150 deg Celcius

B : 100 deg Celcius

C : 80 deg.Celcius

D : 50 deg.Celcius

Q.no 37. What are the different methods of purifying and drying out transformer
oils ?

A : Filter press

B : Centrifugal oil purifier

C : Streamline filter

D : Filter press,Centrifugal oil purifier and Streamline filter

Q.no 38. Which component connects the substation to the area where power is to
be distributed?
A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D : Distributor, service mains and feeder

Q.no 39. Single bus-bar arrangement in substations is used for voltage is less
than............

A : 11kV

B : 33kV

C : 132kV

D : 220kV

Q.no 40. What is the main drawback of overhead system over underground
system?

A : Surge problem

B : High initial cost.

C : Higher charging current.

D : Underground system is more flexible than overhead system.

Q.no 41. What is the permissible limit of voltage variations allowed in the
distribution systems?

A:±2%

B:±5%

C : ± 10 %

D:±6%

Q.no 42. Stored Transformer oil should be checked continuously for

A : Impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil moisture content

D : oil reactions
Q.no 43. The effect of smoke, acid and alkali is negligible on ___wires

A : TRS Wire

B : VIR Wire

C : Flexible wire

D : Lead sheathed wire

Q.no 44. Connection between pole and consumer premises is called_

A : Input supply

B : Feeder

C : Distributor

D : Service Mains

Q.no 45. The appliance filled with a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda is
called

A : water extinguisher

B : Soda acid extinguisher

C : dry powder extinguisher

D : carbon tetrachloride extinguisher.

Q.no 46. For the same conductor length, same amount of power, same losses and
maximum voltage to earth, which system requires minimum conductor area?

A : 3 wire ac

B : 2 wire ac.

C : 2 wire dc.

D : single phase

Q.no 47. For a healthy insulating paper, degree of Polymerization (DP) is

A : between 100 to 400

B : between 900 to 1400

C : between 50 to 100
D : between 2000 to 3000

Q.no 48. ________ caution when working near electricity

A : Rarely use

B : never use

C : Always use

D : Sometimes use

Q.no 49. Which bus bar scheme offers the lowest cost ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : Breaker and a half scheme

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 50. Which type of fault is not located by using loop test in underground
cables?

A : Earth fault

B : Short-circuit fault

C : Both earth fault and short-circuit fault

D : Open circuit facult

Q.no 51. The current of 100 to 200 mA passing through the body may result in

A : instant death due to heart failure

B : perceptible,no pain.

C : Tolerable ,not painful

D : severe burns,sever chest muscles clamp-down

Q.no 52. Which sequence is followed first while closing a circuit breaker?

A : Close the isolator

B : Open earthing switch

C : Close circuit breaker


D:

Q.no 53. The temperature at which vapour above an oil surface ignites
spontaneously is term as

A : Fire Point

B : Flash Point

C : Thermal stress

D : Sludging

Q.no 54. An industrial consumer has a load pattern of 2000 kW, 0.8 lag for 12
hours and 1000 kW UPF for 12 hours. What is its load factor?

A : 10.5

B : 0.75

C : 0.6

D:2

Q.no 55. Bushing insulators are required when

A : tapping is done near the neutral end

B : tapping is done at the line ends

C : tapping is done

D : they are not required

Q.no 56. Thermograph or Thermogram is known as

A : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into heat

B : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Light

C : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Voltage

D : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into current

Q.no 57. Which of the following correctly represents the sequence of operations
of isolator, circuit breaker and earthing switch while opening a circuit

A : Close earthing switch - open circuit breaker open isolator

B : Open isolator - close circuit breaker - open earthing switch


C : Open circuit breaker - open isolator - close earthing switch

D : Close circuit breaker - close isolator - open earthing switch.

Q.no 58. Which of the following correctly presents the sequence of operations of
isolator circuit breaker and earthing switch while closing a circuit

A : Ensure circuit breaker is closed - close isolator - open earthing switch

B : Ensure circuit breaker is open - close isolator - open earthing switch if any- close
circuit breaker

C : Ensure circuit breaker is open - open isolator - open earthing switch if any - close
circuit breaker.

D:

Q.no 59. Areas where flammable gases or vapors are or may be present in the air
in sufficient quantities to be explosive or ignitable are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 60. For rated voltage 6.6 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 229 mm

B : 175mm

C : 330mm

D : 431mm

Q.no 1. The frequency of inspection schedule depends on ………… of machine

A : Maintenance Schedule

B : Delay time

C : Duty cycle

D : Condition

Q.no 2. Predictive maintenance is also known as a


A : Routine Maintenance

B : Condition based maintenance

C : Preventive maintenance

D : Breakdown maintenance

Q.no 3. Ambient temperature of the transformer to be checked

A : Hourly .

B : Two hourly

C : Six hourly

D : Eight hourly

Q.no 4. A transformer oil must be free from

A : sludge

B : odour

C : gases

D : moisture

Q.no 5. Published price from which volume and other discounts are deducted and
to which handling, shipping, taxes, and other charges are added

A : Price List

B : Rate Card

C : Price Catalogue

D : Bill of Material

Q.no 6. One of the three generally recognized hazards of electrical work is

A : Cuts

B : Arc Flash

C : Falls

D : Concussion

Q.no 7. Noise of bearings of rotating machine is to be checked


A : Daily

B : Weekly

C : Quarterly

D : Monthly.

Q.no 8. Name the cable which connects the distributor to the consumer terminals

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D:

Q.no 9. In single core cables , armouring is not done to__

A : Avoid damage to the cables

B : Ease of laying

C : Avoid excessive sheath loss

D : Armour is not part of single core cable construction

Q.no 10. Which calculation is not the part of the cable sizing calculation?

A : Voltage Drop

B : Short Circuit Temperature Rise

C : Short Circuit Current Carrying Capacity

D : Dielectric Absorption Ratio

Q.no 11. If the length of the cable increases, its insulation resistance

A : Increases

B : Decreases

C : Remains Constant

D : Increases maximum upto double value

Q.no 12. Avoid working in


A : Cold condition

B : dry condition

C : sunny condition

D : wet condition

Q.no 13. The operating voltage of high tension cables is up to

A : 1-11 Kv

B : 11-20kV

C : 11-33kV

D : Above 33kV

Q.no 14. Grounding transformer is used where neutral .........available

A : is

B : is not

C:

D:

Q.no 15. Stored oil should be checked continuously for

A : impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil reactions

D : oil moisture content

Q.no 16. For all types of voltage levels which of the following configuration is
costliest?

A : Underground Cable

B : Overhead Line

C : Aerial Bunched Cable

D : It depends upon the voltage level

Q.no 17. Factors affecting life of transformer are


A : Presence of oxygen only

B : Moisture only

C : Stacks of winding only

D : Presence of oxygen, Moisture and stacks of winding

Q.no 18. Pole mounted sub stations are used for............ distribution

A : Primary

B : Secondary

C : Both Primary and Secondary

D:

Q.no 19. Which solution is used for acidity test of transformer oil ?

A : HCL

B : NaOH

C : KOH

D : FeOH

Q.no 20. A list in a contract setting out the staff, labour and plant hire rates etc
that a contractor will use for pricing cost reimbursable work is

A : Bill of Material

B : Bill of Quantity

C : Schedule of Rates

D : Detailed Project Report

Q.no 21. Which distribution system is energized by two or more generating


stations or substations?

A : Radial systems.

B : Interconnected systems.

C : Ring main systems

D:
Q.no 22. AC electrical power is transmitted at high voltages

A : to safeguard against pilferage

B : to minimize transmission losses

C : to reduce cost of generation

D : to make system reliable

Q.no 23. Which instrument is used to measure the vibrations of induction motor?

A : accelerometer

B : RTD

C : Megger

D : Vibrometer

Q.no 24. What is the highest possible transmission voltage in India?

A : 675kV

B : 765kV

C : 132kV

D : 440kV

Q.no 25. The process which can minimize unwanted events or accidents is called

A : Hazards

B : Safety

C : accident

D : incident

Q.no 26. Varley loop tests are performed over Murray loop test because

A : Varley loop test can locate open circuit fault

B : Varley loop test provides measurement of total loop resistance

C : Varley loop test gives higher accuracy

D : Varley loop test can locate earth fault


Q.no 27. For Class A Insulation, Polarisation Index should be greater than …....

A : 1.5

B:2

C : 2.5

D:3

Q.no 28. Which factors reduces the breakdown strength of transformer oil?

A : Acidity only

B : Sludge only

C : Moisture only

D : Acidity, Sludge,Moisture and Temperature

Q.no 29. The Dielectric Absorption ratio is defined as

A : 30 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

B : 60 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

C : 90 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

D : 90 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

Q.no 30. The voltage rating of the transformer in a pole-mounted Sub Station
is.............

A : 11 KV / 400 V

B : 11 KV / 240 V

C : 33 KV / 400 V

D:

Q.no 31. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible fibers are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III
D : Hazardous

Q.no 32. The most suitable practical value of primary distribution is?

A : 66kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 230V/400V

D : 22kV

Q.no 33. Which equipment is used for EHV lines to improve power
transferability?

A : Shunt capacitor

B : Shunt reactor

C : Series capacitor

D:

Q.no 34. Factor affecting Preventive maintenance schedule are

A : Overload working condition

B : Age of the Machine

C : Position of the machine in the plant

D : Cost of machine

Q.no 35. In a substation the equipment used to limit short circuit current level is

A : Series reactor

B : Coupling capacitor

C : Lightning switch

D : Isolator.

Q.no 36. ____wiring is recommended for temporary installations.

A : PVC

B : Cleat

C : Metal
D : Conduit

Q.no 37. Fault can be easily identified in ___wiring

A : Open

B : PVC

C : Casing Capping

D : Cleat

Q.no 38. Manufacturing expenditure of the product is Rs.100 per product. The
profit considered on the same is 5 % per product. The cost per product is

A : 100

B : 105

C : 95

D : In the range of 95 to 100

Q.no 39. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible dust are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 40. Gloves used for electrical protection must be electrically tested every

A : 3 months

B : 12 months

C : 8 months

D : 6 months

Q.no 41. Isolators are used to disconnect a circuit when

A : line is on full load

B : line is energized
C : circuit breaker is not open

D : there is no current in the line.

Q.no 42. Gas is usually not liberated due to dissociation of transformer oil unless
the oil temperture exceeds

A : 150 deg Celcius

B : 100 deg Celcius

C : 80 deg.Celcius

D : 50 deg.Celcius

Q.no 43. 630V is _____Voltage in India.

A : LT

B : MV

C : HT

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 44. Premier organisation of Government of India which publishes SOR is__

A : Load Dispatch Center

B : Ministry of Power

C : Central Electricity Authority

D : Central Public Works Department

Q.no 45. The most economical area of conductor is that for which the total annual
cost of transmission line is minimum. Which law states this?

A : Lenz’s law

B : Kelvin’s law

C : Faraday’s law

D : Ohm’s law

Q.no 46. Testing and recording activity is covered under which maintenance?

A : Preventive maintenance
B : Prdective maintenance

C : Breakdown maintenance

D : Planned Maintenance

Q.no 47. Classification of labours in India is done on the basis of _

A : Education

B : Skill

C : Location

D : Past Experience

Q.no 48. With the increase in preventive maintenance cost, breakdown


maintenance cost will

A : Increase

B : Decrease

C : Remain same

D : 10% increase

Q.no 49. Stored Transformer oil should be checked continuously for

A : Impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil moisture content

D : oil reactions

Q.no 50. What are the different methods of purifying and drying out transformer
oils ?

A : Filter press

B : Centrifugal oil purifier

C : Streamline filter

D : Filter press,Centrifugal oil purifier and Streamline filter

Q.no 51. With the same maximum voltage to earth, which among the following ac
systems with 0.8 pf will need more copper compared to 2 wire system?
A : Single phase, 2 wire

B : Single phase, 3 wire

C : Three phase, 3 wire

D : Three phase, 4 wire

Q.no 52. Assertion (A): Transmission of electrical power by dc is economical than


that with ac. Reason (R): In case of dc transmission, there is no charging current
which contributes to the continuous load, even on no load.

A : Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

B : Both A and R are true and R is not the explanation of A

C : A is true but R is false

D : A is false but R is true.

Q.no 53. By increasing the transmission voltage double of its original value, the
same power can be despatched keeping the line losses

A : Equal to its original value.

B : Half of its original value.

C : Double the original value.

D : One - fourth of the original value.

Q.no 54. Dissolved gas contents of oil need to be observed for

A : dissolved oxygen

B : dissolved gases from outside air

C : dissolved gases from arcs occurring in the transformer

D : all dissolved gases

Q.no 55. For rated voltage 400 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 1219 mm

B : 1473mm

C : 5750mm
D : 2368mm

Q.no 56. The rated voltage of lightning arrestor at 11kV Overhead line is

A : 11kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 5kV

D : 9kV

Q.no 57. Domestic installation has 3 fans (60 Watt), 6 lights (60 Watt), 4 Tube
Lights (40 Watt), 5 Plug Points (100 Watt). If power per circuit is 800 Watt, what is
the maximum current in the circuit? Consider supply voltage is 230 V, Factor of
safety is 2.

A : 5A

B : 16.28A

C : 10.42A

D : 8A

Q.no 58. The dielectric strength of transformer oil should be greater than

A : 20kV with 2.0 mm standard gap

B : 30k V with 2.5 mm standard gap

C : 30k V with 2.0 mm standard gap

D : less than 20 kv with 2.0 standard gap

Q.no 59. 500kVA Distrbution transformer connected to 11kV Line is loaded at


1000A. Calculate percentage overloading.

A : 75

B : 60

C : 50

D : 45

Q.no 60. For good transformer oil the acidity should be

A : less than 0.5 mg/gram of oil


B : less than 1 mg/gram of oil

C : less than 2.5 mg/gram of oil

D : less than 3 mg/gram of oil

Q.no 1. A transformer oil must be free from

A : sludge

B : odour

C : gases

D : moisture

Q.no 2. Published price from which volume and other discounts are deducted and
to which handling, shipping, taxes, and other charges are added

A : Price List

B : Rate Card

C : Price Catalogue

D : Bill of Material

Q.no 3. Noise of bearings of rotating machine is to be checked

A : Daily

B : Weekly

C : Quarterly

D : Monthly.

Q.no 4. The dielectric strength of transformer oil is expected to be

A : 33 kV/mm

B : 1 kV/mm

C : 100 kV/mm

D : 330 kV/mm

Q.no 5. Which workers can repair exposed electrical equipment

A : any person
B : persons protected by PPE

C : qualified and trained persons protected by PPE

D : unqualified

Q.no 6. Greater the power factor the ________________ is the volume of copper
required.

A : Greater

B : Smaller

C : both are equal

D : depends on level of transmission

Q.no 7. One of the three generally recognized hazards of electrical work is

A : Cuts

B : Arc Flash

C : Falls

D : Concussion

Q.no 8. Ambient temperature of the transformer to be checked

A : Hourly .

B : Two hourly

C : Six hourly

D : Eight hourly

Q.no 9. Cost of Overhead Line installation is ____than underground cabling


system.

A : Lower

B : Higher

C : same

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 10. Which material is used for indoor bus bar?


A : Copper

B : Aluminium

C : Silver

D:

Q.no 11. All electrical equipment before use must be

A : cleaned

B : inspected

C : labelled

D : Organized

Q.no 12. The frequency of inspection schedule depends on ………… of machine

A : Maintenance Schedule

B : Delay time

C : Duty cycle

D : Condition

Q.no 13. Predictive maintenance is also known as a

A : Routine Maintenance

B : Condition based maintenance

C : Preventive maintenance

D : Breakdown maintenance

Q.no 14. In case of transformer tapping is done at

A : primary only

B : primary or secondary side

C : secondary only

D : on both primary as well as secondary sides

Q.no 15. Which type of distribution is preferred in residential areas?


A : Single phase, two wire.

B : Three phase, three wire

C : Three phase, four wire

D : Two phase, four wire

Q.no 16. What is the effect of the presence of moisture and impurities in oil ?

A : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil and also reduces the insulation
resistance of the transformer

B : reduces the insulation resistance of the transformer

C : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil

D : increases the dielectric strength of the oil and increases the insulation resistance of
the transformer

Q.no 17. Which is the most expensive bus bar scheme ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : double bus bar double breaker

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 18. In equipment grounding, the enclosure is connected to ...........wire

A : ground

B : neutral

C : phase

D : either ground or neutral

Q.no 19. Earthing is necessary to give protection against

A : Danger of electric shock

B : Voltage fluctuation

C : Overloading

D : High temperature of the conductors


Q.no 20. Increase in the working temperature by One-degree Celsius machine life
reduces by ………

A : 0.5

B : 0.4

C : 0.15

D : 0.1

Q.no 21. Avoid working in

A : Cold condition

B : dry condition

C : sunny condition

D : wet condition

Q.no 22. Which instrument is used to measure the vibrations of induction motor?

A : accelerometer

B : RTD

C : Megger

D : Vibrometer

Q.no 23. Which calculation is not the part of the cable sizing calculation?

A : Voltage Drop

B : Short Circuit Temperature Rise

C : Short Circuit Current Carrying Capacity

D : Dielectric Absorption Ratio

Q.no 24. A list in a contract setting out the staff, labour and plant hire rates etc
that a contractor will use for pricing cost reimbursable work is

A : Bill of Material

B : Bill of Quantity

C : Schedule of Rates
D : Detailed Project Report

Q.no 25. Which distribution system is energized by two or more generating


stations or substations?

A : Radial systems.

B : Interconnected systems.

C : Ring main systems

D:

Q.no 26. Which bus bar scheme offers the lowest cost ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : Breaker and a half scheme

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 27. The appliance filled with a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda is
called

A : water extinguisher

B : Soda acid extinguisher

C : dry powder extinguisher

D : carbon tetrachloride extinguisher.

Q.no 28. ________ caution when working near electricity

A : Rarely use

B : never use

C : Always use

D : Sometimes use

Q.no 29. For Class A Insulation, Polarisation Index should be greater than …....

A : 1.5

B:2
C : 2.5

D:3

Q.no 30. For a healthy insulating paper, degree of Polymerization (DP) is

A : between 100 to 400

B : between 900 to 1400

C : between 50 to 100

D : between 2000 to 3000

Q.no 31. Single bus-bar arrangement in substations is used for voltage is less
than............

A : 11kV

B : 33kV

C : 132kV

D : 220kV

Q.no 32. Which type of fault is not located by using loop test in underground
cables?

A : Earth fault

B : Short-circuit fault

C : Both earth fault and short-circuit fault

D : Open circuit facult

Q.no 33. For the same conductor length, same amount of power, same losses and
maximum voltage to earth, which system requires minimum conductor area?

A : 3 wire ac

B : 2 wire ac.

C : 2 wire dc.

D : single phase

Q.no 34. Which component connects the substation to the area where power is to
be distributed?
A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D : Distributor, service mains and feeder

Q.no 35. What is the permissible limit of voltage variations allowed in the
distribution systems?

A:±2%

B:±5%

C : ± 10 %

D:±6%

Q.no 36. Varley loop tests are performed over Murray loop test because

A : Varley loop test can locate open circuit fault

B : Varley loop test provides measurement of total loop resistance

C : Varley loop test gives higher accuracy

D : Varley loop test can locate earth fault

Q.no 37. What is the main drawback of overhead system over underground
system?

A : Surge problem

B : High initial cost.

C : Higher charging current.

D : Underground system is more flexible than overhead system.

Q.no 38. Connection between pole and consumer premises is called_

A : Input supply

B : Feeder

C : Distributor

D : Service Mains
Q.no 39. The effect of smoke, acid and alkali is negligible on ___wires

A : TRS Wire

B : VIR Wire

C : Flexible wire

D : Lead sheathed wire

Q.no 40. 630V is _____Voltage in India.

A : LT

B : MV

C : HT

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 41. Isolators are used to disconnect a circuit when

A : line is on full load

B : line is energized

C : circuit breaker is not open

D : there is no current in the line.

Q.no 42. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible dust are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 43. Fault can be easily identified in ___wiring

A : Open

B : PVC

C : Casing Capping

D : Cleat
Q.no 44. ____wiring is recommended for temporary installations.

A : PVC

B : Cleat

C : Metal

D : Conduit

Q.no 45. The Dielectric Absorption ratio is defined as

A : 30 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

B : 60 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

C : 90 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

D : 90 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

Q.no 46. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible fibers are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 47. In a substation the equipment used to limit short circuit current level is

A : Series reactor

B : Coupling capacitor

C : Lightning switch

D : Isolator.

Q.no 48. Classification of labours in India is done on the basis of _

A : Education

B : Skill

C : Location

D : Past Experience
Q.no 49. Stored Transformer oil should be checked continuously for

A : Impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil moisture content

D : oil reactions

Q.no 50. Gas is usually not liberated due to dissociation of transformer oil unless
the oil temperture exceeds

A : 150 deg Celcius

B : 100 deg Celcius

C : 80 deg.Celcius

D : 50 deg.Celcius

Q.no 51. Which of the following correctly represents the sequence of operations
of isolator, circuit breaker and earthing switch while opening a circuit

A : Close earthing switch - open circuit breaker open isolator

B : Open isolator - close circuit breaker - open earthing switch

C : Open circuit breaker - open isolator - close earthing switch

D : Close circuit breaker - close isolator - open earthing switch.

Q.no 52. Bushing insulators are required when

A : tapping is done near the neutral end

B : tapping is done at the line ends

C : tapping is done

D : they are not required

Q.no 53. Thermograph or Thermogram is known as

A : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into heat

B : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Light

C : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Voltage
D : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into current

Q.no 54. An industrial consumer has a load pattern of 2000 kW, 0.8 lag for 12
hours and 1000 kW UPF for 12 hours. What is its load factor?

A : 10.5

B : 0.75

C : 0.6

D:2

Q.no 55. Which of the following correctly presents the sequence of operations of
isolator circuit breaker and earthing switch while closing a circuit

A : Ensure circuit breaker is closed - close isolator - open earthing switch

B : Ensure circuit breaker is open - close isolator - open earthing switch if any- close
circuit breaker

C : Ensure circuit breaker is open - open isolator - open earthing switch if any - close
circuit breaker.

D:

Q.no 56. Areas where flammable gases or vapors are or may be present in the air
in sufficient quantities to be explosive or ignitable are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 57. The temperature at which vapour above an oil surface ignites
spontaneously is term as

A : Fire Point

B : Flash Point

C : Thermal stress

D : Sludging

Q.no 58. Which sequence is followed first while closing a circuit breaker?
A : Close the isolator

B : Open earthing switch

C : Close circuit breaker

D:

Q.no 59. The rated voltage of lightning arrestor at 11kV Overhead line is

A : 11kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 5kV

D : 9kV

Q.no 60. For rated voltage 6.6 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 229 mm

B : 175mm

C : 330mm

D : 431mm

Q.no 1. Which solution is used for acidity test of transformer oil ?

A : HCL

B : NaOH

C : KOH

D : FeOH

Q.no 2. Pole mounted sub stations are used for............ distribution

A : Primary

B : Secondary

C : Both Primary and Secondary

D:

Q.no 3. The dielectric strength of transformer oil is expected to be


A : 33 kV/mm

B : 1 kV/mm

C : 100 kV/mm

D : 330 kV/mm

Q.no 4. Factors affecting life of transformer are

A : Presence of oxygen only

B : Moisture only

C : Stacks of winding only

D : Presence of oxygen, Moisture and stacks of winding

Q.no 5. The process which can minimize unwanted events or accidents is called

A : Hazards

B : Safety

C : accident

D : incident

Q.no 6. Noise of bearings of rotating machine is to be checked

A : Daily

B : Weekly

C : Quarterly

D : Monthly.

Q.no 7. The operating voltage of high tension cables is up to

A : 1-11 Kv

B : 11-20kV

C : 11-33kV

D : Above 33kV

Q.no 8. In single core cables , armouring is not done to__


A : Avoid damage to the cables

B : Ease of laying

C : Avoid excessive sheath loss

D : Armour is not part of single core cable construction

Q.no 9. Grounding transformer is used where neutral .........available

A : is

B : is not

C:

D:

Q.no 10. Published price from which volume and other discounts are deducted
and to which handling, shipping, taxes, and other charges are added

A : Price List

B : Rate Card

C : Price Catalogue

D : Bill of Material

Q.no 11. If the length of the cable increases, its insulation resistance

A : Increases

B : Decreases

C : Remains Constant

D : Increases maximum upto double value

Q.no 12. A transformer oil must be free from

A : sludge

B : odour

C : gases

D : moisture

Q.no 13. Stored oil should be checked continuously for


A : impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil reactions

D : oil moisture content

Q.no 14. What is the highest possible transmission voltage in India?

A : 675kV

B : 765kV

C : 132kV

D : 440kV

Q.no 15. Name the cable which connects the distributor to the consumer
terminals

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D:

Q.no 16. For all types of voltage levels which of the following configuration is
costliest?

A : Underground Cable

B : Overhead Line

C : Aerial Bunched Cable

D : It depends upon the voltage level

Q.no 17. AC electrical power is transmitted at high voltages

A : to safeguard against pilferage

B : to minimize transmission losses

C : to reduce cost of generation

D : to make system reliable


Q.no 18. In equipment grounding, the enclosure is connected to ...........wire

A : ground

B : neutral

C : phase

D : either ground or neutral

Q.no 19. Which calculation is not the part of the cable sizing calculation?

A : Voltage Drop

B : Short Circuit Temperature Rise

C : Short Circuit Current Carrying Capacity

D : Dielectric Absorption Ratio

Q.no 20. A list in a contract setting out the staff, labour and plant hire rates etc
that a contractor will use for pricing cost reimbursable work is

A : Bill of Material

B : Bill of Quantity

C : Schedule of Rates

D : Detailed Project Report

Q.no 21. One of the three generally recognized hazards of electrical work is

A : Cuts

B : Arc Flash

C : Falls

D : Concussion

Q.no 22. Which material is used for indoor bus bar?

A : Copper

B : Aluminium

C : Silver

D:
Q.no 23. Ambient temperature of the transformer to be checked

A : Hourly .

B : Two hourly

C : Six hourly

D : Eight hourly

Q.no 24. Cost of Overhead Line installation is ____than underground cabling


system.

A : Lower

B : Higher

C : same

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 25. Avoid working in

A : Cold condition

B : dry condition

C : sunny condition

D : wet condition

Q.no 26. Gloves used for electrical protection must be electrically tested every

A : 3 months

B : 12 months

C : 8 months

D : 6 months

Q.no 27. The appliance filled with a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda is
called

A : water extinguisher

B : Soda acid extinguisher

C : dry powder extinguisher


D : carbon tetrachloride extinguisher.

Q.no 28. For a healthy insulating paper, degree of Polymerization (DP) is

A : between 100 to 400

B : between 900 to 1400

C : between 50 to 100

D : between 2000 to 3000

Q.no 29. Premier organisation of Government of India which publishes SOR is__

A : Load Dispatch Center

B : Ministry of Power

C : Central Electricity Authority

D : Central Public Works Department

Q.no 30. Testing and recording activity is covered under which maintenance?

A : Preventive maintenance

B : Prdective maintenance

C : Breakdown maintenance

D : Planned Maintenance

Q.no 31. The most suitable practical value of primary distribution is?

A : 66kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 230V/400V

D : 22kV

Q.no 32. Manufacturing expenditure of the product is Rs.100 per product. The
profit considered on the same is 5 % per product. The cost per product is

A : 100

B : 105

C : 95
D : In the range of 95 to 100

Q.no 33. For Class A Insulation, Polarisation Index should be greater than …....

A : 1.5

B:2

C : 2.5

D:3

Q.no 34. Which equipment is used for EHV lines to improve power
transferability?

A : Shunt capacitor

B : Shunt reactor

C : Series capacitor

D:

Q.no 35. Single bus-bar arrangement in substations is used for voltage is less
than............

A : 11kV

B : 33kV

C : 132kV

D : 220kV

Q.no 36. What are the different methods of purifying and drying out transformer
oils ?

A : Filter press

B : Centrifugal oil purifier

C : Streamline filter

D : Filter press,Centrifugal oil purifier and Streamline filter

Q.no 37. Factor affecting Preventive maintenance schedule are

A : Overload working condition

B : Age of the Machine


C : Position of the machine in the plant

D : Cost of machine

Q.no 38. With the increase in preventive maintenance cost, breakdown


maintenance cost will

A : Increase

B : Decrease

C : Remain same

D : 10% increase

Q.no 39. The voltage rating of the transformer in a pole-mounted Sub Station
is.............

A : 11 KV / 400 V

B : 11 KV / 240 V

C : 33 KV / 400 V

D:

Q.no 40. Which factors reduces the breakdown strength of transformer oil?

A : Acidity only

B : Sludge only

C : Moisture only

D : Acidity, Sludge,Moisture and Temperature

Q.no 41. Which bus bar scheme offers the lowest cost ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : Breaker and a half scheme

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 42. ________ caution when working near electricity

A : Rarely use
B : never use

C : Always use

D : Sometimes use

Q.no 43. The most economical area of conductor is that for which the total annual
cost of transmission line is minimum. Which law states this?

A : Lenz’s law

B : Kelvin’s law

C : Faraday’s law

D : Ohm’s law

Q.no 44. Which type of fault is not located by using loop test in underground
cables?

A : Earth fault

B : Short-circuit fault

C : Both earth fault and short-circuit fault

D : Open circuit facult

Q.no 45. ____wiring is recommended for temporary installations.

A : PVC

B : Cleat

C : Metal

D : Conduit

Q.no 46. What is the permissible limit of voltage variations allowed in the
distribution systems?

A:±2%

B:±5%

C : ± 10 %

D:±6%

Q.no 47. Isolators are used to disconnect a circuit when


A : line is on full load

B : line is energized

C : circuit breaker is not open

D : there is no current in the line.

Q.no 48. Connection between pole and consumer premises is called_

A : Input supply

B : Feeder

C : Distributor

D : Service Mains

Q.no 49. In a substation the equipment used to limit short circuit current level is

A : Series reactor

B : Coupling capacitor

C : Lightning switch

D : Isolator.

Q.no 50. Stored Transformer oil should be checked continuously for

A : Impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil moisture content

D : oil reactions

Q.no 51. Which of the following correctly represents the sequence of operations
of isolator, circuit breaker and earthing switch while opening a circuit

A : Close earthing switch - open circuit breaker open isolator

B : Open isolator - close circuit breaker - open earthing switch

C : Open circuit breaker - open isolator - close earthing switch

D : Close circuit breaker - close isolator - open earthing switch.


Q.no 52. For rated voltage 400 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 1219 mm

B : 1473mm

C : 5750mm

D : 2368mm

Q.no 53. Assertion (A): Transmission of electrical power by dc is economical than


that with ac. Reason (R): In case of dc transmission, there is no charging current
which contributes to the continuous load, even on no load.

A : Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

B : Both A and R are true and R is not the explanation of A

C : A is true but R is false

D : A is false but R is true.

Q.no 54. By increasing the transmission voltage double of its original value, the
same power can be despatched keeping the line losses

A : Equal to its original value.

B : Half of its original value.

C : Double the original value.

D : One - fourth of the original value.

Q.no 55. For good transformer oil the acidity should be

A : less than 0.5 mg/gram of oil

B : less than 1 mg/gram of oil

C : less than 2.5 mg/gram of oil

D : less than 3 mg/gram of oil

Q.no 56. Domestic installation has 3 fans (60 Watt), 6 lights (60 Watt), 4 Tube
Lights (40 Watt), 5 Plug Points (100 Watt). If power per circuit is 800 Watt, what is
the maximum current in the circuit? Consider supply voltage is 230 V, Factor of
safety is 2.

A : 5A
B : 16.28A

C : 10.42A

D : 8A

Q.no 57. Dissolved gas contents of oil need to be observed for

A : dissolved oxygen

B : dissolved gases from outside air

C : dissolved gases from arcs occurring in the transformer

D : all dissolved gases

Q.no 58. The dielectric strength of transformer oil should be greater than

A : 20kV with 2.0 mm standard gap

B : 30k V with 2.5 mm standard gap

C : 30k V with 2.0 mm standard gap

D : less than 20 kv with 2.0 standard gap

Q.no 59. The current of 100 to 200 mA passing through the body may result in

A : instant death due to heart failure

B : perceptible,no pain.

C : Tolerable ,not painful

D : severe burns,sever chest muscles clamp-down

Q.no 60. With the same maximum voltage to earth, which among the following ac
systems with 0.8 pf will need more copper compared to 2 wire system?

A : Single phase, 2 wire

B : Single phase, 3 wire

C : Three phase, 3 wire

D : Three phase, 4 wire

Q.no 1. Greater the power factor the ________________ is the volume of copper
required.
A : Greater

B : Smaller

C : both are equal

D : depends on level of transmission

Q.no 2. Increase in the working temperature by One-degree Celsius machine life


reduces by ………

A : 0.5

B : 0.4

C : 0.15

D : 0.1

Q.no 3. In case of transformer tapping is done at

A : primary only

B : primary or secondary side

C : secondary only

D : on both primary as well as secondary sides

Q.no 4. Pole mounted sub stations are used for............ distribution

A : Primary

B : Secondary

C : Both Primary and Secondary

D:

Q.no 5. The frequency of inspection schedule depends on ………… of machine

A : Maintenance Schedule

B : Delay time

C : Duty cycle

D : Condition

Q.no 6. Earthing is necessary to give protection against


A : Danger of electric shock

B : Voltage fluctuation

C : Overloading

D : High temperature of the conductors

Q.no 7. What is the effect of the presence of moisture and impurities in oil ?

A : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil and also reduces the insulation
resistance of the transformer

B : reduces the insulation resistance of the transformer

C : decreases the dielectric strength of the oil

D : increases the dielectric strength of the oil and increases the insulation resistance of
the transformer

Q.no 8. Which distribution system is energized by two or more generating stations


or substations?

A : Radial systems.

B : Interconnected systems.

C : Ring main systems

D:

Q.no 9. Which workers can repair exposed electrical equipment

A : any person

B : persons protected by PPE

C : qualified and trained persons protected by PPE

D : unqualified

Q.no 10. Which type of distribution is preferred in residential areas?

A : Single phase, two wire.

B : Three phase, three wire

C : Three phase, four wire

D : Two phase, four wire


Q.no 11. All electrical equipment before use must be

A : cleaned

B : inspected

C : labelled

D : Organized

Q.no 12. Predictive maintenance is also known as a

A : Routine Maintenance

B : Condition based maintenance

C : Preventive maintenance

D : Breakdown maintenance

Q.no 13. Which instrument is used to measure the vibrations of induction motor?

A : accelerometer

B : RTD

C : Megger

D : Vibrometer

Q.no 14. Which solution is used for acidity test of transformer oil ?

A : HCL

B : NaOH

C : KOH

D : FeOH

Q.no 15. Which is the most expensive bus bar scheme ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : double bus bar double breaker

D : Main and transfer scheme.


Q.no 16. Noise of bearings of rotating machine is to be checked

A : Daily

B : Weekly

C : Quarterly

D : Monthly.

Q.no 17. Published price from which volume and other discounts are deducted
and to which handling, shipping, taxes, and other charges are added

A : Price List

B : Rate Card

C : Price Catalogue

D : Bill of Material

Q.no 18. AC electrical power is transmitted at high voltages

A : to safeguard against pilferage

B : to minimize transmission losses

C : to reduce cost of generation

D : to make system reliable

Q.no 19. Ambient temperature of the transformer to be checked

A : Hourly .

B : Two hourly

C : Six hourly

D : Eight hourly

Q.no 20. What is the highest possible transmission voltage in India?

A : 675kV

B : 765kV

C : 132kV

D : 440kV
Q.no 21. Grounding transformer is used where neutral .........available

A : is

B : is not

C:

D:

Q.no 22. Which calculation is not the part of the cable sizing calculation?

A : Voltage Drop

B : Short Circuit Temperature Rise

C : Short Circuit Current Carrying Capacity

D : Dielectric Absorption Ratio

Q.no 23. One of the three generally recognized hazards of electrical work is

A : Cuts

B : Arc Flash

C : Falls

D : Concussion

Q.no 24. In equipment grounding, the enclosure is connected to ...........wire

A : ground

B : neutral

C : phase

D : either ground or neutral

Q.no 25. A list in a contract setting out the staff, labour and plant hire rates etc
that a contractor will use for pricing cost reimbursable work is

A : Bill of Material

B : Bill of Quantity

C : Schedule of Rates

D : Detailed Project Report


Q.no 26. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible fibers are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 27. What is the main drawback of overhead system over underground
system?

A : Surge problem

B : High initial cost.

C : Higher charging current.

D : Underground system is more flexible than overhead system.

Q.no 28. Gloves used for electrical protection must be electrically tested every

A : 3 months

B : 12 months

C : 8 months

D : 6 months

Q.no 29. For the same conductor length, same amount of power, same losses and
maximum voltage to earth, which system requires minimum conductor area?

A : 3 wire ac

B : 2 wire ac.

C : 2 wire dc.

D : single phase

Q.no 30. Which component connects the substation to the area where power is to
be distributed?

A : Distributors

B : Service mains
C : Feeders

D : Distributor, service mains and feeder

Q.no 31. Fault can be easily identified in ___wiring

A : Open

B : PVC

C : Casing Capping

D : Cleat

Q.no 32. 630V is _____Voltage in India.

A : LT

B : MV

C : HT

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 33. Classification of labours in India is done on the basis of _

A : Education

B : Skill

C : Location

D : Past Experience

Q.no 34. Varley loop tests are performed over Murray loop test because

A : Varley loop test can locate open circuit fault

B : Varley loop test provides measurement of total loop resistance

C : Varley loop test gives higher accuracy

D : Varley loop test can locate earth fault

Q.no 35. Premier organisation of Government of India which publishes SOR is__

A : Load Dispatch Center

B : Ministry of Power
C : Central Electricity Authority

D : Central Public Works Department

Q.no 36. The appliance filled with a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda is
called

A : water extinguisher

B : Soda acid extinguisher

C : dry powder extinguisher

D : carbon tetrachloride extinguisher.

Q.no 37. For a healthy insulating paper, degree of Polymerization (DP) is

A : between 100 to 400

B : between 900 to 1400

C : between 50 to 100

D : between 2000 to 3000

Q.no 38. The effect of smoke, acid and alkali is negligible on ___wires

A : TRS Wire

B : VIR Wire

C : Flexible wire

D : Lead sheathed wire

Q.no 39. Testing and recording activity is covered under which maintenance?

A : Preventive maintenance

B : Prdective maintenance

C : Breakdown maintenance

D : Planned Maintenance

Q.no 40. Gas is usually not liberated due to dissociation of transformer oil unless
the oil temperture exceeds

A : 150 deg Celcius


B : 100 deg Celcius

C : 80 deg.Celcius

D : 50 deg.Celcius

Q.no 41. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible dust are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 42. The Dielectric Absorption ratio is defined as

A : 30 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

B : 60 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

C : 90 Sec IR reading to 60 sec IR reading

D : 90 Sec IR reading to 30 sec IR reading

Q.no 43. What are the different methods of purifying and drying out transformer
oils ?

A : Filter press

B : Centrifugal oil purifier

C : Streamline filter

D : Filter press,Centrifugal oil purifier and Streamline filter

Q.no 44. Which bus bar scheme offers the lowest cost ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : Breaker and a half scheme

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 45. Stored Transformer oil should be checked continuously for


A : Impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil moisture content

D : oil reactions

Q.no 46. Manufacturing expenditure of the product is Rs.100 per product. The
profit considered on the same is 5 % per product. The cost per product is

A : 100

B : 105

C : 95

D : In the range of 95 to 100

Q.no 47. In a substation the equipment used to limit short circuit current level is

A : Series reactor

B : Coupling capacitor

C : Lightning switch

D : Isolator.

Q.no 48. Which type of fault is not located by using loop test in underground
cables?

A : Earth fault

B : Short-circuit fault

C : Both earth fault and short-circuit fault

D : Open circuit facult

Q.no 49. ____wiring is recommended for temporary installations.

A : PVC

B : Cleat

C : Metal

D : Conduit
Q.no 50. The voltage rating of the transformer in a pole-mounted Sub Station
is.............

A : 11 KV / 400 V

B : 11 KV / 240 V

C : 33 KV / 400 V

D:

Q.no 51. Bushing insulators are required when

A : tapping is done near the neutral end

B : tapping is done at the line ends

C : tapping is done

D : they are not required

Q.no 52. Thermograph or Thermogram is known as

A : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into heat

B : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Light

C : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Voltage

D : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into current

Q.no 53. The temperature at which vapour above an oil surface ignites
spontaneously is term as

A : Fire Point

B : Flash Point

C : Thermal stress

D : Sludging

Q.no 54. 500kVA Distrbution transformer connected to 11kV Line is loaded at


1000A. Calculate percentage overloading.

A : 75

B : 60

C : 50
D : 45

Q.no 55. An industrial consumer has a load pattern of 2000 kW, 0.8 lag for 12
hours and 1000 kW UPF for 12 hours. What is its load factor?

A : 10.5

B : 0.75

C : 0.6

D:2

Q.no 56. The rated voltage of lightning arrestor at 11kV Overhead line is

A : 11kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 5kV

D : 9kV

Q.no 57. Which sequence is followed first while closing a circuit breaker?

A : Close the isolator

B : Open earthing switch

C : Close circuit breaker

D:

Q.no 58. Which of the following correctly represents the sequence of operations
of isolator, circuit breaker and earthing switch while opening a circuit

A : Close earthing switch - open circuit breaker open isolator

B : Open isolator - close circuit breaker - open earthing switch

C : Open circuit breaker - open isolator - close earthing switch

D : Close circuit breaker - close isolator - open earthing switch.

Q.no 59. Dissolved gas contents of oil need to be observed for

A : dissolved oxygen

B : dissolved gases from outside air


C : dissolved gases from arcs occurring in the transformer

D : all dissolved gases

Q.no 60. The dielectric strength of transformer oil should be greater than

A : 20kV with 2.0 mm standard gap

B : 30k V with 2.5 mm standard gap

C : 30k V with 2.0 mm standard gap

D : less than 20 kv with 2.0 standard gap

Q.no 1. Name the cable which connects the distributor to the consumer terminals

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D:

Q.no 2. Cost of Overhead Line installation is ____than underground cabling


system.

A : Lower

B : Higher

C : same

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 3. A transformer oil must be free from

A : sludge

B : odour

C : gases

D : moisture

Q.no 4. The dielectric strength of transformer oil is expected to be

A : 33 kV/mm

B : 1 kV/mm
C : 100 kV/mm

D : 330 kV/mm

Q.no 5. If the length of the cable increases, its insulation resistance

A : Increases

B : Decreases

C : Remains Constant

D : Increases maximum upto double value

Q.no 6. Factors affecting life of transformer are

A : Presence of oxygen only

B : Moisture only

C : Stacks of winding only

D : Presence of oxygen, Moisture and stacks of winding

Q.no 7. Greater the power factor the ________________ is the volume of copper
required.

A : Greater

B : Smaller

C : both are equal

D : depends on level of transmission

Q.no 8. Stored oil should be checked continuously for

A : impurities in the oil

B : oil levels

C : oil reactions

D : oil moisture content

Q.no 9. Avoid working in

A : Cold condition

B : dry condition
C : sunny condition

D : wet condition

Q.no 10. For all types of voltage levels which of the following configuration is
costliest?

A : Underground Cable

B : Overhead Line

C : Aerial Bunched Cable

D : It depends upon the voltage level

Q.no 11. The operating voltage of high tension cables is up to

A : 1-11 Kv

B : 11-20kV

C : 11-33kV

D : Above 33kV

Q.no 12. In single core cables , armouring is not done to__

A : Avoid damage to the cables

B : Ease of laying

C : Avoid excessive sheath loss

D : Armour is not part of single core cable construction

Q.no 13. Which material is used for indoor bus bar?

A : Copper

B : Aluminium

C : Silver

D:

Q.no 14. The process which can minimize unwanted events or accidents is called

A : Hazards

B : Safety
C : accident

D : incident

Q.no 15. Which is the most expensive bus bar scheme ?

A : Single bus bar scheme

B : Ring bus bar scheme

C : double bus bar double breaker

D : Main and transfer scheme.

Q.no 16. Increase in the working temperature by One-degree Celsius machine life
reduces by ………

A : 0.5

B : 0.4

C : 0.15

D : 0.1

Q.no 17. In equipment grounding, the enclosure is connected to ...........wire

A : ground

B : neutral

C : phase

D : either ground or neutral

Q.no 18. Which solution is used for acidity test of transformer oil ?

A : HCL

B : NaOH

C : KOH

D : FeOH

Q.no 19. A list in a contract setting out the staff, labour and plant hire rates etc
that a contractor will use for pricing cost reimbursable work is

A : Bill of Material
B : Bill of Quantity

C : Schedule of Rates

D : Detailed Project Report

Q.no 20. All electrical equipment before use must be

A : cleaned

B : inspected

C : labelled

D : Organized

Q.no 21. Grounding transformer is used where neutral .........available

A : is

B : is not

C:

D:

Q.no 22. Which distribution system is energized by two or more generating


stations or substations?

A : Radial systems.

B : Interconnected systems.

C : Ring main systems

D:

Q.no 23. In case of transformer tapping is done at

A : primary only

B : primary or secondary side

C : secondary only

D : on both primary as well as secondary sides

Q.no 24. Noise of bearings of rotating machine is to be checked

A : Daily
B : Weekly

C : Quarterly

D : Monthly.

Q.no 25. The frequency of inspection schedule depends on ………… of machine

A : Maintenance Schedule

B : Delay time

C : Duty cycle

D : Condition

Q.no 26. For Class A Insulation, Polarisation Index should be greater than …....

A : 1.5

B:2

C : 2.5

D:3

Q.no 27. Connection between pole and consumer premises is called_

A : Input supply

B : Feeder

C : Distributor

D : Service Mains

Q.no 28. The appliance filled with a solution of water and bicarbonate of soda is
called

A : water extinguisher

B : Soda acid extinguisher

C : dry powder extinguisher

D : carbon tetrachloride extinguisher.

Q.no 29. Classification of labours in India is done on the basis of _

A : Education
B : Skill

C : Location

D : Past Experience

Q.no 30. Which equipment is used for EHV lines to improve power
transferability?

A : Shunt capacitor

B : Shunt reactor

C : Series capacitor

D:

Q.no 31. Which factors reduces the breakdown strength of transformer oil?

A : Acidity only

B : Sludge only

C : Moisture only

D : Acidity, Sludge,Moisture and Temperature

Q.no 32. The most economical area of conductor is that for which the total annual
cost of transmission line is minimum. Which law states this?

A : Lenz’s law

B : Kelvin’s law

C : Faraday’s law

D : Ohm’s law

Q.no 33. 630V is _____Voltage in India.

A : LT

B : MV

C : HT

D : Insufficient information

Q.no 34. With the increase in preventive maintenance cost, breakdown


maintenance cost will
A : Increase

B : Decrease

C : Remain same

D : 10% increase

Q.no 35. Single bus-bar arrangement in substations is used for voltage is less
than............

A : 11kV

B : 33kV

C : 132kV

D : 220kV

Q.no 36. For a healthy insulating paper, degree of Polymerization (DP) is

A : between 100 to 400

B : between 900 to 1400

C : between 50 to 100

D : between 2000 to 3000

Q.no 37. For the same conductor length, same amount of power, same losses and
maximum voltage to earth, which system requires minimum conductor area?

A : 3 wire ac

B : 2 wire ac.

C : 2 wire dc.

D : single phase

Q.no 38. Gloves used for electrical protection must be electrically tested every

A : 3 months

B : 12 months

C : 8 months

D : 6 months
Q.no 39. Which component connects the substation to the area where power is to
be distributed?

A : Distributors

B : Service mains

C : Feeders

D : Distributor, service mains and feeder

Q.no 40. What is the main drawback of overhead system over underground
system?

A : Surge problem

B : High initial cost.

C : Higher charging current.

D : Underground system is more flexible than overhead system.

Q.no 41. Premier organisation of Government of India which publishes SOR is__

A : Load Dispatch Center

B : Ministry of Power

C : Central Electricity Authority

D : Central Public Works Department

Q.no 42. What is the permissible limit of voltage variations allowed in the
distribution systems?

A:±2%

B:±5%

C : ± 10 %

D:±6%

Q.no 43. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible fibers are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II
C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 44. Factor affecting Preventive maintenance schedule are

A : Overload working condition

B : Age of the Machine

C : Position of the machine in the plant

D : Cost of machine

Q.no 45. Fault can be easily identified in ___wiring

A : Open

B : PVC

C : Casing Capping

D : Cleat

Q.no 46. The most suitable practical value of primary distribution is?

A : 66kV

B : 6.6kV

C : 230V/400V

D : 22kV

Q.no 47. ________ caution when working near electricity

A : Rarely use

B : never use

C : Always use

D : Sometimes use

Q.no 48. Varley loop tests are performed over Murray loop test because

A : Varley loop test can locate open circuit fault

B : Varley loop test provides measurement of total loop resistance


C : Varley loop test gives higher accuracy

D : Varley loop test can locate earth fault

Q.no 49. Isolators are used to disconnect a circuit when

A : line is on full load

B : line is energized

C : circuit breaker is not open

D : there is no current in the line.

Q.no 50. Areas that are considered hazardous because of the presence of
combustible dust are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 51. 500kVA Distrbution transformer connected to 11kV Line is loaded at


1000A. Calculate percentage overloading.

A : 75

B : 60

C : 50

D : 45

Q.no 52. Areas where flammable gases or vapors are or may be present in the air
in sufficient quantities to be explosive or ignitable are classified as:

A : Class I

B : Class II

C : Class III

D : Hazardous

Q.no 53. The current of 100 to 200 mA passing through the body may result in

A : instant death due to heart failure


B : perceptible,no pain.

C : Tolerable ,not painful

D : severe burns,sever chest muscles clamp-down

Q.no 54. For rated voltage 400 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 1219 mm

B : 1473mm

C : 5750mm

D : 2368mm

Q.no 55. By increasing the transmission voltage double of its original value, the
same power can be despatched keeping the line losses

A : Equal to its original value.

B : Half of its original value.

C : Double the original value.

D : One - fourth of the original value.

Q.no 56. Thermograph or Thermogram is known as

A : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into heat

B : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Light

C : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into Voltage

D : Thermal image processing which converts infra- red energy into current

Q.no 57. For good transformer oil the acidity should be

A : less than 0.5 mg/gram of oil

B : less than 1 mg/gram of oil

C : less than 2.5 mg/gram of oil

D : less than 3 mg/gram of oil

Q.no 58. Bushing insulators are required when


A : tapping is done near the neutral end

B : tapping is done at the line ends

C : tapping is done

D : they are not required

Q.no 59. With the same maximum voltage to earth, which among the following ac
systems with 0.8 pf will need more copper compared to 2 wire system?

A : Single phase, 2 wire

B : Single phase, 3 wire

C : Three phase, 3 wire

D : Three phase, 4 wire

Q.no 60. For rated voltage 6.6 kV r.m.s the minimum clearance between phase in
air is

A : 229 mm

B : 175mm

C : 330mm

D : 431mm

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