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101. An installation has a power factor of 74.8 and a kVAR rating of 42.3. What is the VA rating of the installation?
a.53.75KVA c.63.73KVA
b.153.75KVA d.74.8Kva
ANS: C
The KVAR is the capacitor size of the system which is the vertical of the right angle triangle. (OPP=KVAR)
We need to find the hypotenuse of the right angle triangle (VA). (HYP=VA)
There is only one way that we can solve this question. Power factor is equal to the inverse of cos. The inverse of Cos will
give us the degree of the angle between the horizontal and the hypontenuse which is in this case 41.58 degrees.
Once we figure out the angle then we use the SOH CAH TOA technique and take the Sin of the angle (Opposite over
Hypotenuse) to find the
Power Factor Angle = cos^-1 ( Power Factor )

= cos^-1(.748)
= 41.58 ^0
Sin (41.58^0) = .6636
So Sin theta= (OPP/HYP) and therefore

Hyp =(Opp/SinTheta).
Hyp = 42.3 (given) / .6636
Hyp= 63.73 kVA
Note:
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102. The metering equipment in a plant reads the following: Power Factor 863.2 and the kVAR’s 26.8. What would the
kVA and the kW rating of the installation be when the meter reads the above values?
a.39KVA c.25KVA
b.48.3KVA and 40.19KW d.13KVA
ANS: B
Power Factor Angle = cos^-1 Power Factor = cos^-1 .8632 = 33.69^0
Sin 33.69^0 = .5548
So Sin theta= (OPP/HYP) and therefore
Hyp =(Opp/SinTheta).
Hyp = 26.8 (given) / .5548
Hyp= 48.3 kVA
kW = kVA X Power Factor = 48.3 X .832 = 40.19 kW
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103. What is the maximum standard rating of a time delay fuse that can be used to protect a 30 HP, 600 V, 3- phase
squirrel-cage fan motor?
a.20A c.40A
b.30A d.50A
ANS: D
(from Code – Motor Currents) Motor FLA from T#44 = 32 amps
(from Code – Motor Overcurrent Protection) 28-200(a) & T#29 /T#13
Calculated Maximum Overcurrent Device = 32 X 1.75 = 56amps T#29
Standard Rating of time Delay Fuse – 50 A Table #13
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104. What is the maximum standard rating of a time delay fuse that can be used to protect a 30 HP, 600 V, 3-phase
synchronous motor for an alternator?
a.35A c.45A
b.25A d.50A
ANS: C
(from Code – Motor Overcurrent Protection) 28-200(a) & T#29 / Table 13
Calculated Maximum Overcurrent Device = 26 X 1.75 = 45.5 amps
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105. What is the maximum standard rating of a time delay fuse that can be used to protect a 30 HP, 600 V, 3- phase
refrigeration compressor?
a.60A c.90A
b.70A d.100A
ANS: C
(from Code – Hermit Equipment, Overcurrent Protection for) 28-708(1)
Calculated Maximum Overcurrent Device = 32 X3 = 96 amps
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106. If the time delay fuse in question #3 will not allow the motor to start, what is the maximum standard rating of
time delay fuse that can be used?
a.40A c.70A
b.50A d.80A
ANS: C

(from Code – Motor Overcurrent Protection) 28-200(d)(ii)
Calculated Maximum Overcurrent Device = 32 X 2.25 = 72 amps
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107. If the time delay fuse in question #4 will not allow the motor to start, what is the maximum standard rating of
time delay fuse that can be used?
a.25A c.45A
b.35A d.50A
ANS: D
(from Code – Motor Overcurrent Protection) 28-200(d)(ii)
Calculated Maximum Overcurrent Device = 26 X 2.25 = 58.5 amps
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108. If the time delay fuse in question #5 will not allow the compressor to start, what is the maximum standard
rating of time delay fuse that can be used?
a.90A c.125A
b.100A d.150A
ANS: C
(from Code – Hermetic Equipment, Overcurrent Protection for) 28-708(1)

Calculated Maximum Overcurrent Device = 32 X 6 X .65 = 124.8 amps
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109. You have been requested to do a Thermographic testing on process equipment, which of the following tools
would you use?
ultra violet radiation
a.spectrum analyzer c. ultra violet radiation sensor
b.infrared camera d. hand held light meter

ANS: B PTS: 1
110. What is the interrupting range of a magnetic circuit breaker protecting an AC motor?
a.250% c.600%
b.300% d.1300%
ANS: D
D-28-210(b) – Motor Circuit Interrupters. When asking
about range, the questions is about amperage range.
1300% of the FLA/FLC.
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111. What are the requirements for a mandatory emergency lighting circuit?
ANS: switch accessible to authorized persons only

46-206(1) – Emergency Systems
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112. What type of signal does a fiber optical cable carry?
a.digital c.high frequency
b.sinusoidal d.modulated light
ANS: D
56-100
Fiber Optics
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113. How is the dielectric test performed on a capacitor?
a.between the leads and the enclosure
ANS: A PTS: 1
114. Which of the following drawings is the correct wiring method for a three way switch?
a.A c.C
b.B d.D
ANS: D
Answer is D. The travelers are considered hot conductors.We need two travelers from one three way to the other. The feed
is where the arrow is (bottom three way switch). We a neutral from the feed to the two lights. We also need one return
from the three way one top to both lights. PTS: 1
115. What is the impedance of a coaxial cable?
a.infinity c.1 000 ohms
b.10 000 ohms d. 30 ohms
ANS: D
GTK
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116. Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is used for what process?
a.high-voltage circuit insulator breakers
ANS: A PTS: 1
117. A dielectric test is being done on a capacitor. What is the minimum length of time required for the dielectric
test to be completed?.
a.10 seconds c.40 seconds
b.30 seconds d.60 seconds
ANS: D PTS: 1
118. The full indication light on the dust collection system is not functioning properly. What device should be
replaced on the dust collecting system?
a. Differential temperature sensor c.humidity switch
b. differential pressure switch d.vacuum sensor
ANS: B PTS: 1

119. A 4-20 ma signal transmitter is converted to measure 0 to 1200 volts. What would the voltage measurement be
if the transmitter was putting out a signal of 7 ma?
a.150 volts c.375 volts
b.225 volts d.450 volts
ANS: B
Range of transmitter signal – 20 – 4 = 16 ma
Volts per ma – 1200 / 16 = 75 V
Signal ma – 7 – 4 = 3
Voltage at signal – 75 x 3 = 225 V
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120. What is the reason to place an end of line resistor at the end of a fire alarm zone?
b.supervision of the the circuit system
ANS: B PTS: 1
301. The maximum voltage that can be classed as “Voltage Extra Low” is:
a. 24 c. 36
b. 30 d. 750
ANS: B
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302. There are 48 #8 T.W. wires to be installed in a box. What is the minimum box that
can be used?
a. 4″ x 4″ x 4″ c. 8″ x 8″ x 4″
b. 6″ x 6″ x 4″ d. 10″ x 10″ x 4″
ANS: B
Using table 22, the volume for a #8 conductor is 45.1 ml.
Since we have 48 conductors, we need to multiply 48 X 45.1=2164.8 ml.
To convert to inch cubed, we multiply 2164.8 X .061=132 inch cubed.
A) 4 x 4 x 4=64 inch cubed-too small. B) 6 X 6 X 4=144 inch cubed-possible.
C) 8 x 8 x 4=256 inch cubed- not the minimum. D) 10 X 10 X 4=400 inch cubed-not the minimum.
303. The minimum allowable measurement of “B” in inches on the Pull Box shown below
a. 18 c. 32
b. 24 d. 36
ANS: C
This is a straight pull. There are 8 letters in the word straight. So straight is 8 X the
raceway or cable size. Therefore, 4 X 8 =32.
304. There are 40 amps in a circuit of copper wire in free air. What is the minimum size of conductor that can be
used?
a. #6 TW75 c. #10 TW75
b. #8 TW75 d. #12 TW75
ANS: B
Rule 8-104. Since the copper conductor is in free air, we divide 40 by 0.7 which is 57A.
Using table 1 since the copper is in free air and the 75 degree column since all the choices are
in 75 degree wire, we need a number 8 awg.
305. There are three conductors in a raceway carrying 120 amps each. What size of R90 copper conductors must
be installed?
a. #2 c. #6
b. #4 d. #8
ANS: A
When the load is given, it includes the 1.25.
Using Table 2, we need a #2 awg for a 120A load under the 90 degree column
box to box or pull point to pull point (such as a C fitting).
When we don’t apply rule 4-006 and apply the temperature of the conductor instead
when sizing conductors
If the termination temperature of the equipment is given.
Splitter to splitter
Aerially – conductors building to building
Box to box or pull point to pull point
Disc. Means to controller of a motor
Vertical runs
Class A 90 column- motors only
Underground maintenance vaults
Run of EMT means box to box
If this is not the case then use rule 4-006. Up to 100A, use the 60 column. Over 100A, use
the 75 column. If the wire is terminated on a circuit breaker is mentioned then use the 75
degree column.
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306. A conduit carries eight #8 AWG aluminum conductors, type TW75. What is the allowable ampacity of any
one of these conductors?
a. 28 c. 21
b. 24 d. 30
ANS: A
For allowable ampacity, we always ask whether we derate or don’t derate. In this case
we derate for conductors since we have 4 or more conductors. Using table 4, #8awg will
carry 40A. Using table 5C, we multiply 40A X .7=28A.
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307. Anti-short bushings are used to:
a. Make the armoured cable fit the c. conductors from over-box connector.
tightening of the connector.
b.Prevent the sheath of the cable d. Prevent abrasion from the
from contacting the box connector. sheath damaging the conductors.
ANS: D
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308. A motor is to be connected with 3/8″ flexible conduit. What is the maximum length
allowable?
a. 1 m c. 2.4 m
b. 1.5 m d. 3 m
ANS: B
12-1302 Use of liquid-tight flexible metal and non-metallic conduit (1) Liquid-tight flexible
conduit shall be permitted where a flexible connection is required in dry, damp, or wet
locations and where permitted by other Sections of this Code. (2) Runs of not more than
1.5 m of 12 trade size liquid-tight flexible conduit shall be permitted for the connection of
equipment.
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309. An equipment room of a non-hazardous nature communicates with a Class II

location. They should be separated by:
a.Fire-resisting, tight self-closing doors. c.Walls of substantial construction.
b. Such means as to insure the d. room will remain free from hazard.
Fire wall of non-combustible material.
ANS: D
Search the index for Hazardous Locations, Separation Of.. Rule 18-058 (1) (c)
310. What is the minimum number of threads to be engaged for a 155-trade size conduit in zone 1?
a. 3 c. 5
b. 4 d. 6
Answer- C
Zone 1 is considered a hazardous location. Search the index for Hazardous, zone system.
18-100 Equipment, Zone 1 locations (see Appendices B and F)
Electrical equipment installed in a Zone 1 location shall be in accordance with Table 18.
18-102 Wiring methods, Zone 1 (see Appendix B)
1) The wiring method shall be threaded rigid metal conduit or hazardous location cables with
associated cable glands suitable for the application.
2) Explosion-proof or flameproof “d” boxes, fittings, and joints shall be threaded for connection to
conduit and cable glands.
3) Threaded joints that are required to be explosion-proof or flameproof “d” shall be permitted to
be either tapered or straight and shall comply with the following:
a) tapered threads shall have at least 4-1/2 fully engaged threads, and running threads shall not
be used; and
b) metric straight threads shall have a tolerance class 6g/6H and shall have at least 5 fully
engaged threads.
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311. What is the requirement of a receptacle and cable rating for a 600V arc welder?
d. over-current device protecting them.
ANS: D
42-004 Receptacles and attachment plugs Where a welder is cord-connected, the rating of the receptacle and attachment
plug shall be permitted
to be less than the rating of the overcurrent devices protecting them, but not less than the ampacity of the supply cable
required for the welder.
Explanation:
Rule 42-004 Receptacles and attachment plugs
Portable welders are connected to the electrical supply by means of a receptacle and attachment plug.
Rule 14-600 requires that the maximum overcurrent protection of a receptacle not exceed the ampere
rating of the supply conductor. During start-up of the welding process, however, welders have a high
short-duration inrush current. To prevent nuisance tripping of the overcurrent protection during start-up,
Rule 42-004 permits
the overcurrent protection for a welder receptacle to exceed the branch circuit conductors’ rated
ampacity by a multiple determined by the type of welder. The ampacity of the welder’s branch circuit
conductors is the determining factor in selecting the current-carrying capacity of the receptacle.
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312. Where electrically conducting dust is present, the flexible connection to a

permanently located motor should be made with:
a. Standard flexible conduit. c. Extra hard usage cord.
b. Ventilated flexible cableway. d. Liquid-tight flexible conduit
ANS: C
Gtk.
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313. A circuit which controls another circuit through a relay or equivalent device is a
a. Low energy power circuit. c. Signal circuit
b. Low voltage power circuit d. Remote control circuit
ANS: D
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314. The minimum insulation resistance of a circuit supplying a 300 ampere load would be
a. 10,000 Ohm c. 50,000 Ohm
b. 25,000 Ohm d. 12,000 Ohm
ANS: B
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315. What type of enclosure is needed for a meter socket?
a.Type 1 c. Type 3R
b.Type 2 d.Type 4
ANS: C
A meter socket is the meter base. It protects from settling snow and wind blown dust.
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316. The secondary circuit illustrated below is a:
a. Single phase three wire. c. Single phase open delta.

b. Three phase delta. d. Three phase star.
ANS: A
Above is the transformer on the hydro pole feeding a house.
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317. The transformer connection illustrated below is a:
a. Delta-delta c. Star-delta
b. Delta-star d. Star-star
ANS: A
318. The minimum size of conductor which can be run in parallel is:
a. A.W.G. #00 c. A.W.G. #2
b. A.W.G. #0 d. A.W.G. #6
ANS: B
GTK- In appendix D page 768 displays one ott as the minimum size of conductor which
can be run in parallel.
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319. A dry core open ventilated 25 KVA transformer may be bolted to a stone wall
indoors providing it is mounted off the wall a minimum of:
a. 300 mm c. 25 mm
b. 12.5 mm d. 6 mm
ANS: D
When transformers are installed with brackets, they clear the wall by 6mm or 1/4 inch.
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320. When using Type 1 bituminized fibre and asbestos-cement conduits underground,
they must be:
a. Buried to a depth of 60 mm. c. Encased in 75 mm of sand.
b. Buried to a depth of 1m. d. Encased in 50 mm of concrete.
ANS: D
Search the index for Conductors, Protection of, underground. Rule 12-012 (3) (d).
321. The minimum size of A.W.G. ground wire that can be used without mechanical protection is:
a. A.W.G. #2 c. A.W.G. #6
b. A.W.G. #4 d. A.W.G. #8
ANS: C
#6awg can be run bare without mechanical protection.
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322. If due to a fault, one phase of a 600v, 3 phase, three wire system was grounded, the voltage of the remaining two
phases to ground should be:
a. 0 c. 345
b. 300 d. 600
ANS: D
On a delta transformer, when one phase is grounded, the system still operates and will
deliver 600V. If two phases were grounded, the output will be 0V. In a wye, a fuse will blow
if one phase was grounded.
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323. The conductors to be installed between the Motor Feeder Disconnect E and the
splitter H should have a minimum ampacity of:
a. 35 c. 60
b. 40 d. 100
ANS: B
The feeder conductor is ((1.25 X 20)+15)=40A
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324. The maximum size of time delay fuse, in amperes, to be installed in Disconnect G
should be:
a. 20 c. 30
b. 25 d. 35
ANS: D
Using table 29, we multiply (20 X 1.75)=35A. Since there is a 35A time delay fuse in table
13, then we stay.
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325. The maximum ampacity of the overload devices installed at F should be:
a. 20 c. 30
b. 23 d. 60
ANS: B
Search the index. Overload protection.
motors 28-300 to 28-312. Rule 28-306.
Since the service factor is missing (unmarked), we multiply 20A X 1.15=23A.
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a. 30 c. 80
b. 60 d. 70
ANS: D
Your answer is always based on your options. Appendix B- section 28. ((20 X
3))+15A=75A. Using Table 13, we use one size down for the fuse.
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327. On a 600 volt, three phase, four wire (wye) star connected system, the approximate
normal voltage to ground would be:
a. 0 c. 347
b. 220 d. 600
ANS: C PTS: 1
329. Prior to opening the switch on the primary of a high voltage distribution transformer, it is good practice to:
a. Unload the transformer. c. Open the primary fuses.
b. Ground the secondary. d. feeders.
ANS: A PTS: 1
330. Before removing an ammeter from the secondary circuit of a current transformer
on an energized circuit, it is necessary to:
a. Ground the secondary. c. Short the secondary.
b. Open the primary. d. Disconnect the primary.
ANS: C
If this is not done, we introduce very high voltages to the circuit.
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331. A characteristic of an auto-transformer is that it:

a. Has primary and secondary current sharing the same coil.
b.Isolates the secondary load resistance from the primary supply.
c.Only steps down the supply voltage.
d.Only steps up the supply voltage.
ANS: A
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332. Which of the drawings below is correct to control two lights from two different
locations?
a. Diagram A c. Diagram C
b. Diagram B d. Diagram D
ANS: A
The travelers are considered hot conductors.We need two travellers between the three
ways. One common from the feed and one common to the lights. We also need the
neutral from the feed to both lights.
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333. A mercury switch makes contact by:

a. The liquid mercury conducting when the contacts are immersed.
b. Conducting electrons through mercury vapour when the contacts close.
c. The toggle of the switch pushing the contacts together.
d. The grid going positive allowing conductance to the plate.
ANS: A
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334. In the single phase, three wire circuit illustrated below, the current flow in the neutral
a. 0 amperes c. 30 amperes
b. 15 amperes d. 45 amperes
ANS: B
This is the unbalanced load (30A-15A)=15A.
335. The term normally closed when referring to relay contacts means that the contacts are:
a. Open when the relay coil is de-energized.
B. Closed at all times.
c. Closed when the relay is de-energized
d. Open when the relay coil is energized.
ANS: C
We always look at shelf state when dealing with contacts. B is more correct than D.
336. What size breaker is needed for 10, 1A, 120V HID lighting that are located in a warehouse and 5 more lights that
draw 1.6A each.?
a. 15A. c. 25A.
b. 20A. d. 40A.
ANS: B
To find the breaker size, we need to find the conductor size first. The conductor will carry 10A for the HID lighting and
8A (5 x 1.6A) more for the other lights . 18A total.
To make the conductor Csa ok, we multiply (18A by 1.25) = 22.5A.
Using T2, 75 degree column, we need a #12awg conductor and
protect it by a 20A breaker. Rule 14-104.
14-104 Rating of overcurrent devices (see Appendix B)
2) Except as provided for by Subrule 1) c), the rating of overcurrent protection shall not exceed
a) 15 A for No. 14 AWG copper conductors;
b) 20 A for No. 12 AWG copper conductors; d) 15 A for No. 12 AWG aluminum conductors; and
c) 30 A for No. 10 AWG copper conductors; e) 25 A for No. 10 AWG aluminum conductors.
337. One of the major benefits of using relays or magnetic switches is that:
A. When heavy loads are connected, there is less disturbance to the system than would occur when using manual
switches.
B. Overcurrent devices may be eliminated.
C.It is possible to use compact actuating devices for any type or size of load.
D. Overload devices may be eliminated.
ANS: C

338. Shading coils are used with A.C. magnetic switches to:
a. Reduce Chattering. c. Provide faster action.
b. Reducing arcing. d.Maintain the switch in a closed position.
ANS: A
Shading coils are coils inserted in the magnetic contactor to reduce AC noise.
339. The most common application for a megger is for testing:

a. Low resistance. c. Current carrying capacity.
b. Low voltage. d. Insulation.
ANS: D
When using meggers, we test for opens and shorts.
340. What is the maximum cable size of an neutral supported cable NS90 AL with 3 insulated conductors for a
200A, 347/600V 3 phase system?
a. 1 awg. c. 3/0 awg.
b. 1/0. d. 250 Kcmil.
ANS: B
Search the index for Cable, Neutral Supported. Table 36A is for Aluminum.
347/600V means it is a quadruplex cable.
The table should be read top to bottom and left to right. We read down the NS90 column to the 200A and across to the left
to see which cable would carry the 200A. Answer 1/0
341. The main purpose of grounding the secondary of a 120/208V distribution transformer is to:
a. Prevent unbalanced current. c. Short out stray current and limit radio interference.
b. Limit short circuit current. d. Limit the phase to ground voltage of the system.
ANS: D PTS: 1
342. There is 600V on the primary of a transformer. On the secondary, the measured voltage is 570V.
What is to be done to correct the situation?
a. Raise the tap in the primary by +5%. c. Decrease the tap by 5%.
b. Lower the tap in the primary by -5%. d. Raising the line voltage.
ANS: A
The difference between 600 and 570 is 5%. ((600-570)/600) is 5%. so we increase the primary voltage by
30V on the primary to match the secondary.
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343. Which of the illustrations below is the correct method of terminating a wire on a screw terminal?
ANS: A
The conductor should be wrapped around the screw clockwise and 3/4 turn.
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344. Which of the illustrations below indicates a correctly installed terminal lug?
ANS: C
Choose the diagram with the conductor attached to it.
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345. What is the purpose of the centrifugal switch in a single phase motor?
a. It disconnects the start winding when the motor has almost reached running speed.
B. It allows the running winding to start after the motor is turning.
C.It acts as a governor after the motor is turning.
D. It starts the motor when the shaft is turned manually.
ANS: A PTS: 1
346. A capacitor start induction run motor must have the capacitor:
a.In series with the running winding. c. Across the line.
b. In series with the starting winding. d.In parallel with the starting winding.
ANS: B
modules on single phase motors.
347. To reverse the rotation of a three-phase motor:

a.Interchange any two of the supply lines. c.Interchange leads on starting windings.
b. Disconnect the leading phase. d. Move the brushes to 180º
ANS: A PTS: 1
348. A three-phase motor draws a full load current of 38 amps. The minimum size T.W.75
conductors that could be connected to the motor is:
a. # 6 A.W.G. copper c. # 10 A.W.G. copper
b. # 8 A.W.G. copper d. #12 A.W.G. copper
ANS: B
(38 X 1.25) = 47.5A. We multiply by 1.25 to make the installation Csa ok.
Using table 2, the 75 degree column indicate that we need a number 8 awg.
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349. The type of motor illustrated below is a:

a. D.C Compound long shunt c. D.C Shunt
b. D.C Series d. A.C – D.C Universal
ANS: C PTS: 1
350. The load requirement of a D.C. motor installation is for an extremely high starting
torque. If speed regulation is not important, the type of motor to use is a:
a.Cumulative compound wound c. D.C Shunt.
b. Differential compound wound d. D.C Series motor.
ANS: D PTS: 1
351. If a DC Shunt generator fails to build up voltage, it could be because of:
a.Field polarity opposite to that of the residual magnetism.
b. Too much residual magnetism.
c. Too high starting speed.
d. Incorrect polarity on the field rheostat.
ANS: B
352. The current needed to operate a soldering iron which has a rating of 600 Watts 100 Volts is:
a. 0.182 Amps c. 18.200 Amps
b. 6 Amps d. 66.000 Amps
ANS: B Simply divide (600w/100V)=6A.
353. The total resistance in a parallel circuit:

a. Increases as more resistances are added. c.Is less than the smallest resistor in the circuit.
b. Is greater than the largest resistor in the circuit. d. Stays the same.
ANS: C PTS: 1
354. For a right triangle ABC, where a = 5, b = 12:

a.Angle at A is greater than angle at B. C = 13 and angle at B is 67.4º. c.
b.Angle at A is 22.6º and angle at B is 67.4º. d. C = 12 and angle at B is 22.6º.
ANS: A
When we square root the 5 and add the square root of 12, we have 169. We need to take
the root of 169=13. Therefore A) is the answer.
355. What is used to perform thermographic testing of a motor starter?

a. Megger c. Infra Camera
b. Ammeter d. Thermocouple
ANS: C PTS: 1
356. What to do when performing a thermographic test?

a. Power on and wait 15 minutes for the equipment to cool down..
b. Power on and make sure all to cool down.
c.Shut off power, open panel and wait for a day.
d. Shut off power, open panel for it required load are connected (ON).
.
ANS: D
Thermographic test is done with an infra-red camera. The idea is to test when the switch
is running under normal condition and capture the heat that is trapped in it.
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357. What are checked during a scheduled maintenance for a DC motor?

a. Carbon brush, bearings, fans. c. Line voltage, output voltage, bearings.
b. Commutator, fans. d. Output voltage, fans.
ANS: A
During a scheduled maintenance we check carbon brush, bearings, fans.
358. After installing coaxial cable in a network, what instrument is required to test it?
a. Ohmmeter c. Voltmeter
b. LAN tester d. Megger testing
ANS: B This is network related, so we use a LAN tester.
359. An ohmmeter has a resistance of 300 ohm and a range of 3V, what resistance has
to be connected in series to make it to 150V?
a. 14700 ohm c. 20000 ohm
b. 15000 ohm d. 25000 ohm
ANS: A
3V FOR 300OHM THEN
150V FOR ?(X)
Therefore, X= ((300 X 150)/3)= 15000.
Resistance has to be connected in series so We will need to 14700 ohm(15000-300) to measure 150V.
360. A transformer has a line voltage of 13800V and a line current of 3.14A, what is the VA of the coil?
a. 17300 VA c. 46000 VA
b. 25000 VA d. 74964 VA
ANS: B
To find the VA on the line (P=VI), we multiply (13800 X 3.14)=43332VA.
To calculate the VA on the phase, we divide by 1.73 (root 3). This equals 25000VA.
361. 4-20 mA transmitter is calibrated to give 0-1200 PSI pressure. At 7ma, what will be the pressure?
a. 175 psi c. 350 psi
b. 225 psi d. 400 psi
ANS: B
We calculate the difference between 1200 and 0 to have a 1200 step scale. We calculate the difference between 20 and 4
to have a 16 step scale. To find the pressure, we divide the 1200 step scale by the 16 step scale. The answer is 75V/ma.
This indicates that the 1200 scale is 75 times bigger than the 16 scale. From the 4 th step to the 7th step is 3 steps so 3 X
75=225V.
362. What is required to into a confined space?

a. Take sample and monitor air. c. Wear safety glasses.
b. Wear environmental suit. d. Wear a mask.
ANS: A
A confined space is a space where the entrance is the exit such as a manhole. We need to take a
sample of the air inside the space and monitor the presence of oxygen and dangerous gases in the air
inside the confined space.
363. A drawing has a scale of 1:500, if the cable length on the drawing is 220mm, what is the actual length?
a. 220m c. 110m
b. 11m d. 22m
ANS: C
We multiply (220 X 500)=110,000mm. All the options are in m. Therefore, we divide by 1000 to convert.
(110,000/1000)=110m.
364. The time for dielectric test?

a. 1 sec c. 60 sec
b. 10 sec d. 40 sec
ANS: C Rule 70-130.
365. A weight transmitter has an input range of 0 Kg to 1000 Kg, using a standard output signal of 4 to 20 mA. If
the weight is at 850 Kg, what is the output signal?
a. 13.6 ma. c. 62.5 Kg.
b. 17.6 ma. d. 250 Kg.
ANS: B
The 0 Kg to 1000 Kg is a 1000 step scale. The 4 to 20 mA is a 16 step scale. We need to calculate the ratio
of the 16 step scale to the 1000 step scale since the unknown is on the 16 step scale. Therefore,
16/1000=.016. This means the 16 step scale is .016 times smaller than the 1000 step scale. So every time
we climb the 1Kg step scale by one step, we climb the 16 step scale by .016 steps. Since the difference on
the 1000 step scale from 850 Kg to 0Kg is 850Kg, we multiply .016 by 850Kg. the answer is 13.6 ma which is
the distance between 4 ma and the X (unknown).
Since the 4 to 20 ma scale starts at 4ma and not zero,the output signal would READ 13.6 ma plus 4 ma. The answer is
17.6 ma.
366. What is the minimum size of control conductor for escalator?

a. #14 c. #20
b. #18 d. #24
ANS: C
Rule 38-012. The control and operation of elevating devices as well as the associated lighting, emergency communication,
and various signalling devices, depend on travelling cables. To ensure safe operation, and in particular to prevent the car
from stopping between landings, subrule (1) specifies the minimum sizes of conductors for travelling cables. The intent is
to guard against electrical disturbances, such as voltage drops, that might cause a stall, false signals, or loss of lighting.
397. What is the minimum conductor size for escalators where flexibility is not a concern?
a. 14awg c. 18awg
b. 24awg d. 26awg
ANS: D
Rule 38-012 (2). When the wiring method used for conductors involves fastening them to the hoist way or to fixed pieces
of the elevating equipment or structure, vibration and flexing are not a concern, and the higher level of mechanical stength
provided by larger conductor sizes is not necessary. In this case subrule 2 allows the minimum size of conductor to be
reduced to No. 26 Awg.
367. An AC drive with a takogenerator to supply a feedback signal is used to control a conveyer belt. This is an
example of?
a. Open loop c. Remote control
b. Closed loop d. Position control
ANS: B PTS: 1
368. A direct acting proportional valve fails to close when fully forced. What is to be done to correct the situation?
a. Adjust to zero. c. Replace valve.
b. Adjust span. d. Replace actuator.
ANS: C
The answer is in the question. If the valve is the problem, then replace the valve.
369. PLC- if 00/01 is true, which combination is correct?

a. R is true & S is true c. R is false & S is true
b. R is true & S is false d. R is false & S is false
ANS: B
This is a toggle circuit. When the first line comes true, the second line opens.
370. PLC if 00/01 is ON 00/02 is OFF 00/03 is ON 00/05 is OFF then?

a. P01/01 & P01/03 ON c. P01/03 ON
b. P01/02 & P01/01 ON d. All outputs are ON
ANS: D PTS: 1
371. When should B3 be energized?
a. After B2 c. With M
b. With A d. With B1 & B2
ANS: A PTS: 1
372. In the circuit when is the lamp going to be ON?

a. After 10 seconds from the moment you push the start button c. When stop is ON
b. With T1 d. With M
ANS: A The timing switch at the bottom makes the 10s time delay possible.
373. What does the symbol indicate?
a. Filter c. Transmitter
b. Antenna d. Receiver
ANS: A PTS: 1
374. To change the polarity of a self excited DC generator, you would _______
a. Reverse prime mover. c. Reverse armature.
b. Reverse field. d. Reverse brushes.
ANS: C
This is a DC generator. You would A1 and A2 which are the armature leads.
375. What does the following circuit show?

a. Single line diagram c. Ladder diagram
b. Wiring diagram d. In line diagram
376. A load test of DC motor gives the follow curve. What is the type of the motor?
a. Differential compound c. DC Shunt
b. Flat compound d. DC Series
ANS: A PTS: 1
377. Refer to the diagram below, this motor would be speed controlled from zero to rated RPM by
varying the ___________?
a. Voltage to F1 and F2. c. Voltage to A1 and A2.
b. Voltage to A1 and A2. d. Voltage to S1 and S2.
ANS: B
This is a DC motor. The shunt winding or coil is the winding that is parallel to the armature. We
always reverse the armature leads A1 and A2.
378. What happens to the DC drive supply if you interchange the leads of the AC supply?
a. No effect c. It jogs forward
b. It reverses d. It will malfunction
ANS: A PTS: 1
379. What happens if C is disconnected?

a. More ripple c. No AC
b. Less ripple d. No DC
ANS: A PTS: 1
380. Your PLC and motor are fine but suddenly the motor stops. What do you do?
a. Check the input to the motor c. Check the PLC if it is in a programming mode
b. output voltage to the motor d. PLC Software corrupted
ANS: B PTS: 1
381. Given a 24V DC battery of 60 A/h. If we draw 200W from the battery, how much time
does the battery have to supply power before having to be recharged?
a. 6.1 hr c. 12 hr
b. 10 hr d. 7.2 hr
ANS: D
METHOD 1
We multiply (24v X 60)=1440W. Divide the (1440W/200W)=7.2Hr.
METHOD 2
I=200/24=8.33
=60/8.33
=7.2
382. For a NPN transistor, what is the right polarity of the transistor?
a. Emitter negative with respect to base c. Emitter positive with respect to collector
b. Collector negative with respect to Emitter d. Emitter neutral with respect to base
ANS: A Emitter negative with respect to base

383. From the truth table, what is the type of logic gate?
A B Y
0 0 0
0 1 0
1 0 0
1 1 1
a. NAND c. AND
b. OR d. NOR
ANS: C If both input are ON (1), then the output is ON, otherwise the output is off.
384. What material is used to make heat sink?
a. Aluminum c. Silver
b. Copper d. Brass
ANS: A Aluminum
385. What is the cause of more noise in a coaxial cable?

a. Open shield c. Broken cable
b. Closed shield d. Shorted cable
ANS: A Open shield
386. What equipment is used to test the inter-connecting and network cables?
a. LAN meter c. Multimeter
b. Wattmeter d. Ammeter
ANS: A LAN meter
387. You put a lead of a meter on the shield and the second lead on the conductor of coaxial cable, why is the meter
reading infinity resistance?
a. Conductor open to shield c. Shield to ground
b. Conductor short to shield d. Conductor to ground
ANS: A Conductor open to shiel
388. What is the meaning of the following symbol?
a. Antenna c. Cone
b. Filter d. Cell tower
ANS: A Antenna
389. What does the silver band represent in the resistor colour code?
a. 5% tolerance c. First digit
b. 10% tolerance d. Number of zeros
ANS: B
390. A capacitor is a part of a controller and when tested on board there was no voltage.
The problem was_____?
a. The capacitor is fully discharged c. Blown capacitor
b. The capacitor is fully charged d. Faulty board
ANS: A The capacitor is fully discharged
25X.8=20A
392. A distribution dry-type transformer has a high secondary output. How can this fault can be corrected?
a. lower the primary tap c. reduce the secondary current.
b. raise the primary tap d. increase the secondary current.
ANS: B PTS: 1
393. A punch press has a magnetic release type brake installed on the motor. The plant electrician was called to the
punch press because the magnetic release would not release allow the punch press motor to operate. What is the
probable cause of the magnetic release brake not allowing the motor to operate?
a. no power to the brake c. mechanically jammed
b. a blown fuse d. electrically jammed
ANS: A PTS: 1
394. A five step hoist controller will not work on the first step, what is the probable cause?
a. Loose connection in the controller c. No ground connection
b. Fuse blown d. No power to the controller
ANS: D PTS: 1
395. In the enclosure for a Motor Control Centre (MCC), a busbar bracket is found bent and twisted on a periodic
inspection. What is the most probable cause of the bent and twisted bracket?
a. busbar support not rated for fault current c. fuses oversized
b. bus bar not large enough for load current d. overloads oversized
ANS: A PTS: 1
396. You have been asked to install an isolating transformer on an installation for a Variable Frequency Drive
(VFD), what problem are you trying to avoid?
a. voltage spikes c. harmonics
b. heating d. frequency deviations
ANS: A PTS: 1
398. When a start button of the momentary contact type is installed, the magnetic contactor must have:
a. Holding contacts c. A low impedance solenoid
b. A mechanical interlock d. A fuse in the control circuit
ANS: A PTS: 1
399. A dielectric transformer has pink silicon on a breathing vent. What does this mean?
a. High pressure c. Oil venting

b. Low pressure d. High temperature
ANS: C PTS: 1
400. What is the bending radius of an armoured cable?

a. 6 times of the external diameter. c. 18 times of the external diameter.
b. 10.5 times of the internal diameter. d. 10.5 times of the external diameter.
ANS: A
Search the index for Cable, armoured. 12-614
12-614 Radii of bends in armoured cables
1)
Where armoured cables are bent during installation, the radius of the curve of the inner edge of
the bends shall be at least 6 times the external diameter of the armoured cable.
401. If you have a 100V AC applied to the circuit below, what DC voltage would you read across the resistor?
a. 45V c. 64V
b. 50V d. 90V
ANS: A
This is a half wave rectifier. The output will be 45% of the input-(100 Vac X .45 )=45V
PTS: 1
402. There is 30V on the anode side of the cathodic protection system. What is wrong and how do you fix it?
a. Replace anode c. Adjust to 12V

b. Replace resistors d. Adjust to 10V
ANS: D
PTS: 1
403. Optical fibres cable isolation voltage.
a. 12V c. 50V
b. 24V d. 100V
ANS: A
404. What size of TD fuse is needed for a capacitor bank that has a 65A of current? (TD means Time-Delay)
a. 81.25A c. 203.13A
b. 150A d. 74.75A
ANS: B
Search the index for Overcurrent protection, capacitor. Rule 26-210.
Ans. 65×2.5=162A
T13 and we are in the range so we go down one physical size to (150A)
26-210 Overcurrent protection (see Appendix B)
An overcurrent device, rated or set as low as practicable without causing unnecessary opening of the
circuit, but not exceeding 250% of the rated current of the capacitor, shall be provided in each
ungrounded conductor of a capacitor feeder or branch circuit, unless a deviation has been allowed in
accordance with Rule 2-030.
405. A hydraulic pump switches on and off too frequently. What is the problem?
a. Pressure switch need calibration c. Liquid level too high
b. Pressure switch needs to be changed d. Liquid level too low
ANS: A
406. The igniter in a forced air system turns on and then off. What is the problem?
a. Transformer c. Too much air in the furnace
b. Flame sensor faulty d. Gas valve shut off
ANS: B PTS: 1

407. An emergency unit equipment shall not be more than ______ from the receptacle.
a. 1m c. 2.5m
b. 1.5m d. 4.5m
ANS: B
Rule 46-304 (1). An emergency unit equipment shall not be more than 5 feet (1.5) from the receptacle
408. What is done when testing for insulation integrity?

a. Test insulation to ground c. Line to line
b. Line to ground d. Line to Neutral
ANS: A PTS: 1
409. Before going to a sewer system (wastewater collection system), what should you do?
a. Test air quality c. Get a work permission

b. Put a non-conductive ladder d. application
ANS: A
410. Before maintaining a high voltage, you should?

a. Get permission c. Energize & ground
b. Gloves d. Use a multimeter
ANS: A
411. What type of trip is used for molded case circuit breakers?
a. Fast and low c. Direct acting
b. High voltage and low voltage d. Inverse time
ANS: D PTS: 1
412. In a 50 HP 575V squirrel cage induction motor installation, the non time delay is blowing continuously. What
size TD fuse can we change it to?
a. 65A. c. 90A.
b. 208A. d. 200A.
ANS: C
Since we are changing the fuse type then we use T44 under the 575V column and reading across the 50HP row, the FLC
(Full Load Current) is 52A. Using T29, we multiply 52A by 1.75 and the sum is 91A. Using T13 and reading across the
range of 91-100A, we size down to 90A since we are in the range and we have a motor.
413. P.F. too low with an induction motor.

a. Change inductor motor c. Decrease the load
b. Increase the load d. Speed up inductor motor
ANS: B
p.f. is Power Factor.
414. 120/208 20A system is checked by a clamp on ammeter. If one phase is loose, what current do you have?
a. 0A c. 10A
b. 20A d. 15A
ANS: B
415. If an O/L is tripped and the N.C. contact does not open. What will happen?
a. Main CB in the disconnect trip c. Motor runs slow

b. Motor runs fast d. Motor stops
ANS: A
We trip the overload first then the over-current which is in this case the main circuit breaker.
PTS: 1
416. A DCS system has an error code 1234. What is the issue?
a. Communication cable is in parallel with power c. Com cable right angle with power cable
b. Need maintenance d. memory error
ANS: C
417. Power cable damaged by a forklift in an industrial plant. How do you fix this?
a.Stainless steel-bonding one end c. EMT-bonding one end

b. EMT-bonding to steel conduit two ends d.Steel-bonding two ends
ANS: A
418. Fire alarm is signaling in a furnace room. What is the most likely problem?
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a. Furnace pressure c. H.L.S.W
b. Pressure different in air tank d. Thermostat
ANS: B
419. PLC communication cable and power cable installed in same cabinet. How do you reduce interference?
a. Cross connection cable with connection cable c.GND control cabinet

b. Parallel com cable d. 50mm from power cable
ANS: D
420. What is the bending radii of a 5m corrugated AL 27mm in diameter cable.

a. 160mm c. 243mm
b. 270mm d. 240mm
ANS: B
Search the index cable, radii of bends Rule 12-712 (3) . This is for low voltage cable (highlight this in your index). These
two types of cables Aluminum Sheathed cable and Corrugated Sheathed cable are available in both low voltage and high
voltage (table 15)- 27×10=270mm. This question is referring to corrugated and not smooth. If the questions does not have
a voltage over 750V or the question mentions high voltage, then the cable is low voltage.
PTS: 1
421. High pressure sodium lamp fails to start. What is the problem?
a. Voltage ballast igniter cap c. Bump ballast igniter capacitor
b. Voltage igniter d. Voltage ballast igniter resister
ANS: B
422. A 75KV smooth AL sheathed cable has an overall diameter of 27.5mm. What is the bending radii?
a. 270.5mm c. 412.5mm
b. 330mm d. 490.5mm
ANS: C
cable (highlight this in your index). These two types of cables Aluminum Sheathed cable and Corrugated Sheathed cable
are available in both low voltage and high voltage (table 15)- 27.5×15=412.5mm. Use the middle column- the
multiplication factor is 15X.
PTS: 1
423. When performing a zero volt test, what should be done first?
a. Connect power source and check for voltage c.Check for voltage on a known source
b. Disconnect power source and check for amperage d.Disconnect power source and check for voltage
ANS: C PTS: 1
424. When handling a circuit breaker, what is important?

a. A/C rated load current c. Rated current
b. Rated voltage d. A/C
ANS: A
Circuit breakers are rated for current and interrupting current ( fault current).
PTS: 1
425. You checked a cable isolation and you get zero. This means__________.
a. Shorted cable c. Megger voltage is too high
b. Ground cable d. Faulty megameter
ANS: A PTS: 1
426. Given a 600VAC 40hp VFD on a 60A disconnect with 60A time-delay fuse. The VFD What is the reason?
a. Faulty breaks c. Wrong fuse size
b. The disconnect is too far d. Wrong fuse holder
ANS: C PTS: 1
427. A 3/4 HP-240V motor has an O/L setting of 4.255A. What size O/L is required?
a. 5 c. 4.255
b. 10 d. Do not need it
ANS: D
If the motor is a fractional HP motor and is continuously attended, there is no need for an
overload-for example (an overhead garage door operator)
PTS: 1
428. What voltage do we used in an industrial?

a. 120/208V c. 347/408V
b. 277/347V d. 480/600V
ANS: A PTS: 1

429. Which symbol is for a NO flow switch?
a. A c. C
b. B d. D
ANS: A
A) is a normally open flow switch,
B) is a normally closed flow switch,
C) is a normally open float switch and
D) is a normally closed float switch.
PTS: 1
430. Which logic is for an AND gate?

a. A c. C
b. B d. D
ANS: A PTS: 1
431. A motor with an FLA of 12A needs to be replaced. The only motor that is available has an FLA of 11A. What
do you do?
a. c.
overcurrent size conductor size
b. d.
overload settings frame size
ANS: B PTS: 1
432. In the figure below, what would be the correct meter readings?
A. Meters 1, 2, 4, 5 & 8 would read c. Meters 1, 5 & 8 would read zero
a. zero volts; meters 3, 6, & 7 would volts; meters 2, 3, 4, 6 & 7 would
read 120 volts. read 120 volts.
B. Meters 1, 2, 4, 5 & 8 would read d. Meters 1 & 8 would read zero

120 volts; meters 3, 6, & 7 would volts; meters 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7
read 7 volts. would read 120 volts.
ANS: A
This diagram is for a standard domestic oil burner control system. All normally open
connections on the multimeter will read a voltage of 120V. All normally closed
connections on the multimeter will read a voltage of 0V. Connections across the
multimeter leads would read 120V on 3,6 and 7 and the rest would read 0V.
PTS: 1
433. In the figure below, what problem is indicated by the readings on the voltmeters?
a. Fuse 3 is open c. There is no problem

b. Fuse 1 is open d. Fuse 2 is open
ANS: B
When reading across a fuse on the same phase and the bridge on the fuse is broken, we
will read a voltage. Therefore, fuse one is blown.
PTS: 1
434. In the figure below, what would happen if C1 is shorted?

a. Light would be off c. The circuit board would fry up
b. Light would be on d. Light would pulse on and off
ANS: B
This is a dimmer circuit. When a dimmer stops working, the light will be on but the
dimming function would not work. When the capacitor is shorted, the gate on the bi-
directional switch is always triggered and the light will stay on.
PTS: 1
435. In the figure below, which combination of meters will indicated that fuse L2 is
blown?
a. Combination no. 1 c. Combination no. 3
b. Combination no. 2 d. Combination no. 4
ANS: D
We read the voltmeter readings from Voltmeter W to Z (left to right). Voltmeter W reads
240V in all combinations which means the power is coming in on the lines. Voltmeter X is
reading across the two phases and should read 240V. This will eliminate combinations 1
and 3. Voltmeter Y is reading across phase- one lead is live and the other is dead,
therefore the voltmeter should read 0V. Combination number 4 is correct.
PTS: 1
436. What terminals would you interchange to reverse the direction of rotation for the motor illustrated below?
a. T3 & T6 c. T2 & T5
b. T1 & T4 d. L1 & L2
ANS: D
This is a 3 phase motor. It is indicated by 3 windings. T1 to T2. T3 to T4 and T5 to T6. We reverse L1 & L2.
437. What is the current flow in the neutral wire if the loads are as indicated below?
a. 60 amperes c. 40 amperes
b. 50 amperes d. 30 amperes
ANS: B
The neutral will carry the unbalanced load. To calculate we subtract the 1200W from the
7200W=(6000/120)=50A.
PTS: 1
438. In the diagram below, determine the dimension X as is indicated in the drawing.
a. 2.25m c. 0.563m
b. 1.125m d. 2m
ANS: B
We divide the width of the room (18m) by the number of light fixtures. So (18m/8)=2..25m. To find X, divide 2.25m by 2
PTS: 1
439. What is the name of the parts labeled?

a. Auxiliary contact c. Mechanical contacts
b. Auxiliary interlocks d. Mechanical interlocks
ANS: B
PTS: 1
440. Which diagram is correct?

ANS: A
When diagrams are drawn, we assume Emt/Rigid unless indicated. Look for the diagram
that has wire in the conduit. A) is the only diagram that has wires in the conduit. The
other conduits have wires missing from one of the conduits.
PTS: 1
441. Which transformer is correct for 120V output if the input is 480V and each coil is rated for 120V on the secondary?
ANS: B
PTS: 1
442. Which transformer is correct for 240V output if the input is 480V and each coil is rated for 120V on the secondary?
ANS: D
PTS: 1
443. Which transformer is delta-wye?

ANS: A PTS: 1
444. Which transformer is wye-delta?

445. Which transformer is delta-delta?
ANS: B PTS: 1
446. Which transformer is wye-wye?

ANS: C PTS: 1
447. How many wires at point Y?
a. 3 c. 5
b. 4 d. 8
ANS: B
We assume Emt/Rigid so there is no need for a bonding conductor. Three way switches
have three screws and four way switches have four screws. We need two travelers
between the three way on the left and the four way on the right, one neutral from the
feed to both lights, and one common coming back from the three way on top right hand
side. We need four wires in total.
PTS: 1
448. How many wires in conduit A?

a. 3 c. 5
b. 4 d. 6
ANS: B
PTS: 1
a. 3 c. 5
b. 4 d. 6
ANS: C
Count the number of Push Buttons plus one return- we need five.
PTS: 1

a. 5 c. 7
b. 6 d. 8
NS: C
Count the number of Push Buttons. One wire for each push button and one for return.
PTS: 1
a. 5m c. 15m
b. 10m d. 99m
ANS: C
GTK- 15m is the distance between the main disconnect and the junction box.
PTS: 1
452. What is the maximum to distance B?

a. 10m c. 30m
b. 20m d. 60m
ANS: D
Distance B is the highest number in the question.
PTS: 1
453. What is the box size in this diagram?

a. 4×4 c. 8×8
b. 6×6 d. 10×10
ANS: D
This is an angle pull- therefore it is 6 times the diameter of the cable or raceway. It is
easier to convert the 41mm to inches. (41/25)=1 inch and a half. Multiply 1.5 inches by
6=9. So we need a 9×9 box or 10×10 box.
PTS: 1
454. What type of pull is in this diagram?
a. U-pull c. Angle pull

b. Straight pull d. None of the above
ANS: C PTS: 1
455. Calculate B
a. 2.25 c. 1.33
b. 1.125 d. .67
ANS: A
B is the centre marks for the fluorescent light fixtures. We divide the room width by the
number of fixtures. (18m/8 lights)=2.25m
PTS: 1
56. Calculate A
a. 2.25 c. 1.125
b. 2.5 d. .67
ANS: C
A is the distance from the wall to the centre mark of the first fixture. A is half of B. Since B
was 2.25, then we divide 2.25m by 2= 1.125m.
PTS: 1
457. Calculate C where each fixture is 1200mm?

a. 2m c. 80mm
b. 1.8m d. .4m
ANS: B
The room width is 6m. The first step is to find the centre marks for the fixtures. (6/number
of fixtures)=(6/2)=3m. C would equal 3m or 3000mm minus the 600mm from either side
of the fixture. So 3000mm – 1200mm=1800mm or 1.8m.
PTS: 1
458. Calculate D
a. 2m c. .75m
b. .8m d. .9m
ANS: D
D is half of C. (1800mm/2)=900mm or .9m. For the 6m width, we add
(1200+1200+1800+900+900)=6000mm or 6m. Therefore, we verified our calculations.
PTS: 1
459. What is the voltage on the thermostat when the circuit is de-energized?
a. 24VDC c. 120VAC
b. 12VDC d. 0V
ANS: A
When the circuit is de-energized, the normally open contact would read 24V.
PTS: 1
460. What is the voltage on the normally closed switches in the control circuit if the circuit is de-energized?
a. 24V c. 120V
b. 12V d. 0V
ANS: D
461. You are replacing a connector on a piece of coaxial cable. When you are finished you do a continuity check
with the ohm meter only to find that the meter is showing infinity what do you do next ?
A. Cut back more of the outer insulation c. Shorten up the braided shield
b. Inform the supervisor d. Redo the connector
ANS: D
462. A three phase motor which is controlled by a contactor is still running even though the motor is supposedly off. What
is the problem?
A.The auxiliary contacts need to be looked at c. Coil needs to be replaced
b. Check for open start bottom d. Check for closed stop button
ANS: C
The problem is in the control circuit.
PTS: 1
463. A DC motor suddenly takes off. What is the problem?

a. Shunt field winding is open c. uncoupled from the motor
b. Series field winding is open d. Broken belt
ANS: A
The Shunt field is made up of thin wire. There is always a potential of breaking. If it does, the armature speed would
increase. To prevent armature over speed, we install a field loss relay in parallel with the Shunt for control.
PTS: 1
464. A 600A/240 volt delta wired transformer suddenly has one phase shorted to ground. What happens to the
transformer operation?
A. the transformer operates on one phase
ANS: A
If one phase in delta is shorted to ground, the system still operates normally.
If two phases are shorted to ground, the system malfunctions.
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465. There are two banks of lights supplied from 120/240 volt panel three wire feed. One of the banks of lights is
bright while the other is dim. What is the problem?
a. Blow a fuse c. One phase is grounded.
b. Three phases are grounded. d. Two phases are grounded.
ANS: C
Depending on the impedance of the circuit, the lights on the ground detection device will be dim on the phase that is
shorted to ground and bright on the other two phases that are not shorted to ground.
PTS: 1
466. In a DC motor when realigning the brushes, where is the proper position?
A. Just ahead of neutral plane
ANS: A
We align the brushes on the neutral plane to avoid sparks.
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467. Transformer tap changer will go down but not back up. What is the problem?
a. Replace the transformer c. Unbalanced load
b. Dissimilar metal d. Need to tighten hardware
ANS: D
This is a hardware problem. Transformer tap changers are changers that automatically change the tap on the transformer
in order to change the number of turns thereby changing the voltage and current ratios.
468. What is the first step to start maintenance on a motor?
A. Lock out and tag out power source. C. De-energize the starter.
B. Check for voltage and then lock out. b. Lock out power source.
ANS: C
Lock out and tag out power source is the most correct answer out of the given options.
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469. What are the required specifications for ordering an SCR (silicon-controlled rectifier)?
a. Voltage, current and P I V c. HP
b. Number of phases d. Peak Inverse Voltage
ANS: A
GTK- voltage, current and PIV (peak inverse voltage).
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470. What will happen to the voltage wave form when the capacitor opens?
a. Bigger ripple c. No change
b. Smaller ripple d. Square/saw tooth waves
ANS: A
The capacitor is normally open. We would get a bigger ripple.
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471. At which point is this induction motor at full speed?

a. At point A c. At point C
b. At point B d. At point D
ANS: A
Answer-use a reduced voltage starter. At point D the contacts are closed to reduce the inrush current. Then contacts C are
closed, then contacts B and then at A the motor will be at the highest speed.
472. A three phase system fuse has one phase of the thermal image showing red hot. What do you change?
a. Fuse clip c. The fuse
b. Fuse holder d. Retake the thermal image
ANS: C
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473. How do you service a lead acid battery?

a. Unserviceable-replace c. Add distilled water
b. Equalize the battery d. Add sulphuric acid
ANS: C
GTK
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474. Pink gel is coming out of vent on a liquid type transformer. What do you do?
a. Seal and label c. Transformer is functional
b. Silica gel in the transformer has d.Transformer overfilled crystallized
ANS: A
475. A transducer is showing 7ma at all loads. When first checked at 250 psi, it shows 7ma. After the sensor has
been changed to 800 psi, the transducer still shows 7ma. What is the cause?
a. Open Circuit. c. Short circuit.
b. Transducer is defective, replace. d. The cable is the wrong size.
ANS: B
476. A 3-digit binary (Thumb Wheel) BCD code switch is connected to a PLC, How many wires are needed?
a. 7 c. 11
b. 9 d. 13
ANS: D
Answer-each thumb wheel requires 4 wire (3X4=12) + 1 for return.
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477. Fluorescent lamps in several newly installed fixtures are showing signs of premature discoloration?
a. Bulbs are under-rated c. Excessive cold
b. Bulbs not seated d. Moisture
ANS: C
GTK
478. An underground conduit is damaged at the point of exit out of the ground. What should be done to repair?
a. Provide a split sleeve to repair. c. Repair with insulating tape.
B. Provide internal sleeve to give extra strength. D,Repair with non-insulating tape.
ANS: B
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479. How is the building grounding electrode installed?

a. Al. and barrel lug c. Copper and Thermit process
b. Al. and compress lug d. Copper and ground
ANS: C
The building grounding electrodes are installed permanently below grade. For permanent connections, we need thermit of
cadwelding.
PTS: 1
480. PLCs are designed as a replacement for__________.
a. Numeric control c. Analog controller

b. Micro computer d. Relay logic
ANS: D PTS: 1
481. The following figure shows a starter circuit and it is required to be completed. What will be the true
connection for that?
a. Y TO V, W TO Z, X TO L2 c. Y TO Z, W TO V, X TO L2
b. Y TO L1, V TO W, X TO Z d. Y TO L2, W TO Z, X TO V
ANS: B
Follow the diagram. The holding contact is in parallel with the start button and Y connects to line 1.
PTS: 1
482. When will zero sequence relay will operate?
d. When there is a ground fault
ANS: D
Zero sequence relay is connected on the mains to monitor for 0V condition. If there is a ground fault, it will trip the main
breakers.
PTS: 1
483. Thermal magnetic instantaneous circuit breaker has been designed to?
d. current (overload and over current protection).
ANS: D
Rule 28-210. GTK
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484. When you are taking the dielectric test, what should you do first?
a. Nothing c. Deenergize and charge
b. Energize and discharge d. Deenergize and discharge
ANS: D
485. A DC motor is to be controlled by the remote control, and the remote control should
be placed at 100 m, from the motor. What kind of conductor should be used?
a. CMP c. Unshielded cable
b. Power Cable d. Shielded cable
ANS: D
We use shielded cable so we can ground the supply and isolate the load. Any stray voltages that are induced into the
communication cables will be drained to ground.
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486. Which mode are the multi-meter leads checked?

a. Voltage mode. c. Resistance mode.
b. Current mode. d. Diode mode.
ANS: C GTK.
488. What does it mean when the trouble light for a supervised fire alarm system comes on?
A. that a fire has been detected in B. the end-of-line resistor is the

the building wrong value
B.the water valve switch has not D.that a wire has been broken or
been triggered a ground has occurred
ANS: D
Always check your options.
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489. The end-of-line device for a fire alarm system should be located in what area and under what circumstances?
a) at the end of the system,station terminals
b) at the beginning of the loop, terminated across the last station box
c) in a separate box just beyond the last station box
d) at any satisfactory location
ANS: B
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490. How do you determine the condition of a nickel-cadmium rechargeable battery, before use?
a. check the voltage at the each cell
b. check the specific gravity of terminals when it is being
c. check the voltage at the voltage output terminals when it is operating under normal load conditions
d. check the battery for the proper charged
ANS: D
491. What is the purpose of an ‘O’ ring when installed in an electrical fitting?
a. to maintain tightness of the outer jacket c. to prevent the infiltration of air

b. to seal out water when submersed d. to prevent shorting to ground
ANS: B
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492. What is the maximum time allowed for the first stage of a two stage fire alarm system?
a. 1 minute c. 4 minutes
b. 3 minutes d. 5 minutes
ANS: D
493. An emergency lighting system has a 7% voltage drop and a load of 3 A at 24 volts. The size of conductor being used
is a #12 AWG. What is the maximum permissible length of #12 AWG for the circuit?
a. 26.8 m c. 117.2 m
b. 53.6 m d. 125 m
ANS: B
Use table D4 in Appendix D. Calculate the length using the formula given in TD4.
Given V= 24V, P=7%, I=3, The size of conductor= #12
TD4 It= Lt=
L= ((24V/6)x(7/5)x(2.5/3)x11.5)
=(4×1.4x.833×11.5)
=53.65
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494. What is the maximum voltage drop allowed on an emergency circuit?

a. 2% c. 4 %
b. 3% d. 5%
ANS: D
GTK
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496. An overcurrent device is designed to protect____________.

a. A motor c. An overload
b. A conductor d. A switch
ANS: B
Overcurrent means fuse and circuit breaker sizes. It is designed to protect the conductor.
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497. What is distance between a communication cable and a power line of 240v?
a. 50mm. c. 300mm.
b. 100mm. d. 600mm.
ANS: A
Search the index for Communication, separation of.

Rule 60-308. Up to 300V, 50mm. Over 300V, 600mm.
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498. After installation a new pneumatic system, the motor runs perfectly but valve open partly and the pressure of
the pipe surges, what is the problem?
a. Filter c. High regulator pressure
b. Low regulator pressure d. Slider valve
ANS: B
Low regulator pressure-pressure problems, we normally check the regulator.
PTS: 1
499. A mercury vapour lamp is to be replaced , which type of lamp can be installed without changing
the ballast?
a. Low pressure sodium c. Compact Fluorescent
b. High pressure sodium d. Metal halide
Answer D – GTK. Before there were metal halide lamps, there was the mercury vapor lamp. In fact, the
mercury vapor lamp is the first type of HID (high-intensity discharge) lamp to exist.
Mercury vapor lamps offer a number of benefits, including a relatively long lamp life when compared to
traditional incandescents, as well as the capability of emitting very clear, intense white light. This has
made them valuable for a number of applications throughout the years, including overhead lighting in
big areas, like factories and sports arenas, and in areas where bright light adds an element of safety like
streetlights.
As with metal halide lamps, advancements in lighting technologies – mainly fluorescents and LEDs –
have begun to oust mercury vapor lamps from use as these new options many times offer longer-
lasting light, energy savings, and a more environmentally-friendly design.
500. A remote potentiometer is to be connected to a VFD. What can be done to avoid electromagnetic
interference?
a. Reduce the ampacity of the conductor. c. Enclose in a metallic raceway
b. Keep away from power circuits wires d. Direct bury the wires in a trench
ANS: B
A VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) is considered to be a communication device that is likely to be influenced by
electromagnetic interference coming from power circuits.
501. What colour should the commutator have for the best choice?
a. Brown chocolate c. Brown
b. Dull copper d. Black
ANS: B
Dull copper
502. If two #2 RW90 and one #2 TW wires are in a conduit, what is the ampacity of the wires?
a. 95 A c. 130 A
b. 115 A d. 145 A
ANS: A
TW has a temperature of 60 degrees. So we use the 60 degree column from table 2.
Rule 4-004 (14)
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503. The ceiling has a height of 3 meters in order to replace a broken fixture, what size ladder do you use?
a. 6 ft c. 10 ft
b. 8 ft d. 12 ft
ANS: A
3m means 10 feet. With height and reach of an electrician, a six foot ladder would be best choice.
PTS: 1
504. An EPROM program collapsed on an EPROM chip. What is to be done to the chip?
a. Reprogram. c. Restart and reseat.
b. Restart. d. Perform an antistatic test.
ANS: A
EPROM chips can not be erased. They need the program to be reloaded with a fresh copy.
ANS: C
The dashed lines are mechanical interlocks. They prevent the closing of contacts at the same time.
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506. When we push the start button the motor energizes but when we leave or release the push button, the motor
stops. What is the problem?
a. Holding contact defective c. Stop button
b. Control coil defective d. Overload
ANS: A
GTK-Holding contact
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507. On a scale of 1:200, what will be the value at 4 inches?

a. 66.6’ c. 400’
b. 200’ d. 50’
ANS: A
The answers are in feet. This scale indicates that the 4 inches on the prints in real life
would be 200 times bigger. Therefore, 4 X 200 = 800 inches. There are 12 inches in a foot.
Therefore, (800/12 inches)=66.6 feet.
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508. What is to be added in 120/240, 2000 ampere sub-service?
a. Ground fault protection c. Ground neutral device
b. Ground detection device d. HRCII switch
ANS: A
Ground fault protection (14-102)
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509. Pneumatic motor is not starting. What is the problem?

a. No air supply c. No current flow
b. No power d. Direction valve problem
ANS: A
Pneumatic systems used in industry are commonly powered by compressed air or
compressed inert gases. A centrally located and electrically powered compressor
powers cylinders, air motors, and other pneumatic devices. A pneumatic system
controlled through manual or automatic solenoid valves is selected when it provides a
lower cost, more flexible, or safer alternative to electric motors and actuators.
PTS: 1
510. In a variable frequency drive motor, the motor is making humming noises. If it is not started and the remote
frequency scale shows zero, what is the problem?
a. Remote potentiometer is set at zero. c. Winding are burnt
b. VFD is set to infinity d. No power
ANS: A
If the VFD is set too low or at 1 HZ, the motor will not run but hums.
PTS: 1
511. Which of the following is true for the exit sign?
ANS: A
Over current protection controlling the exit sign and it should be accessible to the authorized person only.
PTS: 1
512. While maintaining the electronic clutch circuit, the capacitor is testing in the circuit
the potential across the capacitor shows no voltage, then what does it indicate?
a. Open capacitor c. Faulty capacitor
b. Shorted capacitor d. Power is off
ANS: B
Shorted capacitor
513. The following shows the truth table required by the electronic circuit. What is the
type of gate that should be used?
a. OR c. NAND
b. AND d. NOR
ANS: B AND
PTS: 1
514. What is the minimum size of a conductor for the potential transformer?
a. 16 awg c. 14 awg
b. 18 awg d. 22 awg
ANS: A PTS: 1
515. A Hermetic motor/compressor has a locked rotor current of 140 A. If the fuse blows
during start up, then what value should the replaced fuse have?
a. 90A c. 40A
b. 60A d. 70A
ANS: A
Calculation:
See rule 28-708 according to that if the fuse not allowed motor compressor to start, and
then use 65% of the locked rotor current.
Hence,
1. Current carrying capacity of fuse = 65% of 140 amp

2. = .65×140
3. = 91 amp
4. = 90 amp (according to tab-13)
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516. Find the ampacity of the feeder supplying the 3 phase induction motor with 230 volt, 10, 5, 5, 15 hp motor.
a. 110A c. 20A
b. 120A d. 111A
ANS: D
Calculation:
* See rule 28 –
* Ampacity of feeder = 125% of FLA of largest motor + sum of FLA of all other motors (Go to table 44).
* 15Hp ——- 42A * 10Hp ——- 28A * 5Hp ——- 15.2A

* Ampacity = 42*1.25+28+15.2+15.2=110.9 Answer: 111 amps
517. What is the maximum size of over current protection used in the commercial luminaries?
a. 40A c. 20A
b. 15A d. 30A
ANS: A
Rule 30-104. 40 amp
As the voltage increases, the amperage decreases.
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518. A (SCIM) Squirrel cage induction motor, 50 HP 575V Non time delay fuse is blowing continuously.
What size of TD fuse we can use?
a. 65A c. 208A
b. 90A d. 200A
ANS: B
Search the index for Overcurrent protection then motors. Rule 28-200.
Since we are changing fuse type, we use T44 then T29 then T13.
52 (T44)×1.75(T29)=91A. (90A T13) since we are in the range, we go one size down for motors, hermetic and
capacitors.
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519. What method is used to clean the leads on a heavily corroded lead acid battery?
a. Isopropyl alcohol. c. Blower.
b. Soda with water. d. Brush.
ANS: D
We use a wire brush.
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520. What other equipment is to be used for changing 600v, 25 hp induction motor on the production line?
a. Padlock, wrench and tester c. Voltmeter, padlock, tag
b. Pliers, wrench, padlock d. Padlock, wrench, tag
ANS: A
Padlock, wrench and tester
521. For the coaxial cable when multi meter checked between conductor and shield ohmmeter shows infinity.
Which of the following is true?
a. Shorted c. Open shield to conductor
b. Shorted to ground d. Open shield to ground
ANS: C
Open shield to conductor
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522. The following figure shows a symbol of light installed in the center of the room. What kind of lamp does it
show?
a. Recessed incandescent lamp c. Flush mounted incandescent
b. Incandescent light d. Surface mounted incandescent
ANS: A
Recessed incandescent lamp
523. Ac drive system with a techno-generator is used to supply a feed back signal and it is used to control a
conveyer belt. This is an example of a?
a. Open loop system c. Feedback system
b. Loop system d. Closed loop control
ANS: D
Closed loop control
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524. The circuit breaker name plate is rated with type 1H2, 2000 KAIC. What is meant by 2000 KAIC?
a. 2000KA interrupting current c. 2000KA interrupting capacity
b. 2000KA interrupting amps d. 2000KA fault current
ANS: C
2000KA interrupting capacity
525. What is the difference between instant start and normal fluorescent tube?
a. Instant is faster c. Instant means rapid start
b. Instant has low interrupting current d. Open circuit voltage of the choke is high
ANS: D Open circuit voltage of the choke is high
526. When a clamp is on meter is used to check the panel meter, it shows the lower
reading of 35 amps than the panel meter. What will you do first?
a. Add a resistor c. Add a choke in series
b. Adjust the range of meter d. Add a choke in parallel
ANS: B
Adjust the range of meter
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527. In a VFD controlled motor, the motor runs intermittently or runs erratically. What is the cause?
a. Broken wire c. Shorted wire
b. Loose cord d. Shorted unit inside
ANS: B
Loose cord
528. In a closed loop circuit when changing the leads of A/C feedback generator. What will happen?
a. Nothing will happen, it will remain the same. c. The generator shorts
b. The generator reverses d. The generator speeds up
ANS: A
Nothing will happen, it will remain the same.
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529. What will happen when a load on a closed loop circuit with a DC drive suddenly increases?
a. High inrush c. High voltage
The speed will decrease and
b. the comparator voltage will d. High resistance
increase to compensate.
ANS: B
GTK
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530. After service and maintenance, the motor starter is replaced, and then also the
motor is tripping again and again. What will be the cause?
a. Check the overload setting of the motor c. Replace motor
b. Replace overload d. Replace VFD
ANS: A
Check the overload setting of the motor
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531. If the thermostat fails in the closed loop control, what type of unit is to be replaced?
a. Reverse wires c. Reprogram
b. Direct Acting d. Feedback resistor
ANS: B
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532. In the D.C. system, the shunt field winding opens while running, what will happen?
a. Speed will attempt to decrease c. Torque will attempt to increase
b. Current will attempt to increase d. Speed will attempt to increase
ANS: D
Speed will attempt to increase If we lose the shunt winding because it is made of thin
wire, the armature will speed up.
533. While checking the reverse magnetic starter, it is found to be chattering and there is
an excessive tear on the forward contact, what was the cause?
a. Shaded pole c. The motor is grounded
b. Broken shading coil d. Phase A is grounded
ANS: B Broken shading coil
ANS: B
535. A wound rotor crane has insufficient power to lift the load, and in the hoist condition,
one of the resistors in the starter circuit was found was hot. What is the cause?
a. Loose wires c. Loose brush on armature
b. Broken wires d. Too much torque
ANS: C
Loose brush on armature
PTS: 1
536. For the ceiling wiring, what will be the copper wire?
a. R75 c. R120
b. R60 d. R90
ANS: D
GTK-R90- ceiling fixture and motor run hot, so we use 90 degree wire or better.
PTS: 1
537. How is a signal transmitted in an optical fiber cable?

a. Highs and lows c. Frequency modulation light
b. Digital light source d. unmodulated light
ANS: B Digital light source
538. How do you run a fiber optic cable in a vertical raceway?
ANS: D
Totally non combustible conduit (see Rule 56-208)
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539. When you increase the volume of the paging system, what will happen?
a. Voltage increase c. Voltage increase and current increase
b.Voltage increase and current decrease d. Voltage decrease and current increase
ANS: C
Voltage increase and current increase
PTS: 1
540. While performing a thermograph test using infrared camera, it is found two white
and one black spot in two clips of fuse switch. What will be the reason?
a. Loose fuse clips c. Wrong fuse holder
b. Wrong fuse size d. Change the fuse
ANS: A
541. In a variable frequency drive to reach at full speed after 10 seconds, which parameter is to be require to set?
a. Deacceleration time c. Ramp down time
b. Acceleration time d. Ramp up time
ANS: B
Set acceleration time to 10 seconds
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542. In a DCS system(Distributed Control System) with thermocouple as shown in the drawing, control the range
from 0 to 2000° Fahrenheit. A thermocouple is k type with 0-45mv output. Now there is a problem in DCS system
it shows 1225F when the actual temperate is 1500F.
a. Encoder c. Control system
b. Thermocouple damage d. Display
ANS: B
GTK
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543. The fire from a burner is yellow and smokey. What could be the cause?
a. Less Oxygen c. Soot
b. Chemicals d. Temperature
ANS: C
The common distribution of a flame under normal gravity conditions depends on
convection, as soot tends to rise to the top of a flame (such as in a candle in normal
gravity conditions), making it yellow.
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544. A 4-20 ma signal transmitter is being used to monitor120-862V. What would the ma at 380V
a. 10.5ma c. 8.36ma
b. 380V d. 12.36ma
ANS: D
Digital 20ma-4ma=16ma
Analog 862-120=742
16/742=.022×380=8.36+4=12.36ma
545. When setting up a step ladder, which rung is the safest to step on before danger ensues?
a. 1st from top c. 3rd from top
b. 2nd from bottom d. 2nd from top
ANS: D
When setting up a step ladder, the second rung from the top is the safest to step on before danger ensues. The idea is to
have the top step level with your belt buckle.
546. How do you connect a T type thermocouple to a PLC?

a. Transmitter c. Analog board
b. Direct connection d. RTD
ANS: A
We need to connect a T type thermocouple to the Delta DTC 1000R first and then to the
PLC analog board. The Delta DTC 1000R is considered a transmitter. Google it.
547. Find the two resistor values if the resistor in the circuit has to be replaced with two
of the same. Here is your options.
V=12
V DROP =0.7
I=0.01
R1 AND R2 IN SERIES CONNECTION WITH SAME VALUE
FIND R1 OR R2
a. 2K c. .5K
b. 3K d. 10K
ANS: C
(12V-.7)=11.3V.
R=(V/10ma)=(11.3/.01)=1130 Ohms.
=1130/2
=565 (Each resistor value should be around the .5K or 500 Ohms.)
548. A variable speed silo pump is only working in low speed. What do you need to do to fix this?
a. Reverse the leads c.Loose connections on speed controller
b. Faulty speed controller d. Change the pump
ANS: C
Whenever we have a piece of electrical or electronic equipment working in one setting
and not the other, we will look for loose connections. In this case, on the speed controller.
549. Instrument transformer is being replaced where is the ground attached?

a. High leg c. Primary side
b. Center tap d. Secondary side
ANS: D
To assure safety and reliable operation, the neutral of the CT secondary should have a single ground location for each
circuit.
550. Where it is intended that conductors are to be drawn into a raceway, a run of raceway between
outlets or draw-in points shall not have more than the equivalent of ______, including the bends
located at an outlet or fitting.
a. 2 x 90 degree bends c. 1 x 60 degree bends plus 2 90s
b. 4 x 90 degree bends d. 1 x 60 degree bends plus 4 90s
ANS: B
Search the index for Raceways, Number of bends. Rule 12-942.
12-942 Maximum number of bends in raceways
Where it is intended that insulated conductors are to be drawn into a raceway, a run of raceway
between outlets or draw-in points shall not have more than the equivalent of four 90° bends, including
the bends located at an outlet or fitting.
551. 100A disconnect is being reused. The fuses are reused. 3 100A 100 KAIC fuses are
used for 600v 40 hp VFD. They are resized to protect what
a. Disconnect c. VFD
b. Contactor motor d. MCC
ANS: C
The VFD makes the power factor close to unity. However, code requires you to size the
fuses for whatever the drive input is rated for and not the motor. The instructions for the
drive will tell you this. Since a VFD is used, the input current for the drive will be less than
the motor, with that said, we could use the 100A fuse because the VFD will provide a soft
start
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552. On a PLC’s input card, one of the terminals is ON but the data verification reveals the relevant bit is
OFF. What could be the problem?
a. Addressed wrong point in program c. The input card is not adjusted properly.
ANS: A
This is a software issue and not a hardware issue. The other options are pointing to a hardware issue.
553. How to service an alternator?

a. Disconnect, lockout, tagout, replace guard and test. c. Test, lockout, tagout, replace guard,disconnect.
b.Lockout, tagout, test, disconnect, replace guard. d. Test,, replace guard, disconnect,lockout, tagout.
ANS: A
An alternator is a generator. The idea is to disconnect first. Disconnect, lockout, tagout, replace guard
and test. A is correct.
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554. When hooking a megger up to check the insulation on a motor, which leads do you use?
a. A1 A2 c. A1 To motor case
b. S1 S2 d. A1 S1
ANS: C
To check the isolation on a motor, hook one terminal from the Megger to your motor and
the other to the motor case.
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555. A 3 phase generator is not producing the required voltage. What can you do?
a. Adjust the prime mover c. Open Rotor windings
b. Excite the field d. Open Stator windings
ANS: A
556. You have a 1/2 inch EMT conduit through a wall. What size hole do you need?
a. 3/8 c. 7/8
b. 1/2 d. 1 inch
ANS: C
The difference between the inside and the outside of an EMT conduit is 1/4 of an inch. We
need 1/2 plus 1/4=3/4 inch hole. The closest answer this is the 7/8 hole.
PTS: 1
557. To check the thermal imaging on a switch gear or a panel that has been running
for an hour how do you do it?
a. Check it through the door while running
b. Shut it off at open the door and check right away
c. Open the door while running check right away
d. Open the door wait 15 mins then check
ANS: C
Since we are checking for heat, we need the maximum heat available and the thermal imaging works better with the door
open so we need to open the door while running and check right away.
558. When performing a megger test on cable, the meter starts out low and then slowly
moves to an acceptable range, it is____________.
a. Burnt c. Good
b. Wet d. Shorted
ANS: B PTS: 1
559. A transducer is a 4-20ma. If the output is 0 regardless of a change in pressure. What is wrong?
a. Wheatstone bridge c. Loose connections
b. Diaphragm d. 0 PSI
ANS: B
A pressure transducer is a device that generates an analog electrical signal as a function of the pressure applied. Although
there are various types of pressure transducers, one of the most common is the strain-gage base transducer. The
conversion of pressure into an electrical signal is achieved by the physical deformation of strain gages which are bonded
into the diaphragm of the pressure transducer and wired into a wheatstone bridge configuration. Pressure applied to the
pressure transducer produces a deflection of the diaphragm which introduces strain to the gages. The strain will produce
an electrical resistance change proportional to the pressure.
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560. Two 240V heaters, one is 2400w and the other is 1500w. What is the maximum distance away from a panel
board with #10 AWG?
a. 23.4m c. 58.2m
b. 46.8m d. 29.1m
ANS: B
We use Table D3 since the voltage is low and we are asked about the distance. On the second page of TD3, the
formula is L = (Lt X 3 X (Voltage given/120V)

where L is the length and Lt is the length from the table.
First we need to calculate the Lt and to do that we need to find the amperage. The total power is
(2400W+1500W)=3900W. To find the amperage, we divide the power by the voltage. So (3900/240)=
16.25A.
Using TD3, we need to cover the 16.25 A so we the 20A row and we read across to the number 10
Awg column and we conclude that a number 10 awg with 16.25A on it will take us one way from the panel to
7.8m.
Then, we use the above formula and insert the number in. (7.8 X 3 X (240/120))=46.8m
561. What is the minimum distance behind a vertical ladder when accessing a scaffold?
a. 1m c. 900mm
b. 150mm d. 1.5m
ANS: B PTS: 1
562. You are repairing a circuit breaker on a metal clad switch gear. What is the state in
which it is to be removed?
a. Tripped c. Closed
b. Open d. Charged
ANS: A PTS: 1
563. What are these devices monitoring?

a. Phase to phase c. Phase to ground
b. Ground to ground d. Unbalanced load
ANS: C PTS: 1
564. A 4 -16 ma transducer in monitoring 0 -15000 psi. What is the reading at 11587 psi ?
a. 6.6 c. 13.27
b. 8.6 d. 17.6
ANS: C
The difference between the 15000kg and 0kg is 15000. This scale has 15000 steps. The
difference between 16ma and 4ma is 12ma. This scale has 12 steps. Since the unknown
variable is on the 12 step scale, we divide the (12/15000)=.0008. This means that for every
step we go up on the 15000 step scale, we go up .0008 steps on the 12 step scale. So the
12 step scale is very small compared to the 15000 step scale. Therefore, to find what the
reading would be on the 12 step scale if the reading on the 15000 step scale is 11587, we
multiply the (.0008 X 11587)=9.27ma and since this scale starts at 4, we need to add
(4+9.27)=13.27ma
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565. A 4 -20 ma transducer in monitoring 0 -15000 psi. What is the reading at 11587 psi ?
a. 6.6 c. 16.36
b. 8.6 d. 17.6
ANS: C
The difference between the 15000kg and 0kg is 15000. This scale has 15000 steps. The
difference between 20ma and 4ma is 16ma. This scale has 16 steps. Since the unknown
variable is on the 16 step scale, we divide the (16/15000)=.001067. This means that for
every step we go up on the 15000 step scale, we go up .001067 steps on the 16 step scale.
So the 16 step scale is very small compared to the 15000 step scale. Therefore, to find
what the reading would be on the 16 step scale if the reading on the 15000 step scale is
11587, we multiply the (.001067 X 11587)=12.36ma and since this scale starts at 4, we need
to add (4+12.36)=16.36ma
566. A Cat5e cable has consistent noise. What is the cause?
a. cable is shielded c. Passing by another communication cable

b. cable is not shielded d. Wired incorrectly
ANS: B
Cat5e cable means Category 5 Enhanced. It is very reliable and known for its noise
rejection capability. We can buy them shielded and non shielded. If we install this cable
near a power line, we need to install shielded Cat5e cable and separate by at least a
foot depending on the level of noise and the installation.
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567. Where do you install a pull station?

a. Entrance c. Mechanical
b. Closet d. Storage room
ANS: A PTS: 1
568. The wire in a pull station needs to be replaced. What type can you use?
a. STO c. MI
b. LVT (Low Voltage Thermostat Wire) d. CM
ANS: B
Tables 11, 19 and D1 will give us the temperature rating, condition of use and the voltage
rating for any cable ever made. In this case, we use T19. The LVT cable is the Extra Low
Voltage Control Cable that we need. STO is a cord. The MI cable is the mineral insulated
cable with magnesium inside and a tough outer copper shell on the outside. CM means
general Communication cable such as CAT5 cable.
569. Two outdoor speakers have the same wattage. One is louder than the other. What is the cause?
a. Transformers on the speakers c. Transformer malfunction
are tapped the same
b. Transformers on the speakers d. One of the speakers is faulty
are tapped different
ANS: B
Speakers which are used in common areas in condos have a transformer in each speaker which has tapping in it to produce
the proper volume (wattage). They must be set to the same tapping to produce the same volume (70Db). If one of the
speakers is different than the other, this will be the scenario.
571. Between which terminals do you measure resistance in a cathodic protection system?
a. Anode to Cathode c. Anode to Ground
b. Cathode to Anode d. Cathode to Ground
ANS: C
Cathodic protection systems are designed to prevent corrosion to underground pipelines by producing a positive charge
that is created around the pipeline to match the positive charge of the pipeline and by doing so, this charge will repel the
negative charge that is normally found in the ground (soil) around the pipeline. There is a good video on YouTube. Type
(cathodic protection).
572. Where can joints or splices in conductors or cables within raceways be made?
a. Raceways c. Cellular floors
b. Cable Trays d. Panelboards
ANS: B
Rule 12-912 Joints or splices within raceways. There shall be no joints or splices in conductors or cables within raceways,
except in the case of busways, wireways, cable trays, and surface raceways with removable covers.
GTK: raceways generally mount on a wall in a room where power and communications cables are
terminated. Cable trays are usually overhead or under raised floors but carry open wiring. They are used to
distribute cables from the source to the point of use.
There are three types of common raceways.
1. galvanized steel (both flexible and rigid),
2. non-metallic conduit or PVC (both flexible and rigid),
3. flexible metal conduits.
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573. The hand signal used to instruct the crane operator to lower the boom is_______.
a. With arm extended downward,forefinger pointing down, move hand in small horizontal circles.
b. Arm extended downward hand making a fist.
c. Arm extended forward hand open at right angle pointing upward
d. Arm extended thumb down.
ANS: B
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574. The hand signal used to instruct the crane operator to raise the boom is_______.
a. With arm extended downward,forefinger pointing down, move hand in small horizontal circles.
b. Arm extended downward hand making a fist.
c. Arm extended forward hand open at right angle pointing upward
d. Arm extended thumb down.
ANS: C
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575. How does a UPS work?
A.Rectifier, battery, inverter, DC out C. Rectifier, battery, inverter, AC out
B.Rectifier, inverter, battery, AC out D. Inverter, battery, rectifier, AC out
ANS: C
1. A rectifier changes AC to DC (rectifier),

2. This is fed to a battery.
3. An inverter is what we use in solar panels to convert DC to AC.
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576. A welding machine cause arching on a “D” ring hitch attachment welding. What is the best way
to solve the problem?
a.Check if the welding machine is grounded. c. Ground the attachment.
b. Tighten the fasteners on attachment. d. Do nothing.
ANS: A
GTK.
Copy and paste the following link into your browser to learn more.
https://www.lincolnelectric.com/en-us/support/process-and-theory/Pages/grounding-safety-detail.aspx
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTIeUQ8OIb4 (https://www.youtube.com
577. Given-10 A / 240 Volts UPS. What is the output of the UPS if there is an open circuit
condition due to one cell failure ?
a. 2400VA c. 0V
b. 4800VA d. 1200V
ANS: C
The input to the primary winding of the transformer (TR1) is 240V. The secondary winding
can be raised up to 15 Volts if the value is at least 12 Volts running 2 amp. The fuse (FS1)
acts as a mini circuit breaker for protection against short circuits, or a defective battery
cell in fact. The presence of electricity will cause the LED 1 to light. The light of LED will set
off upon power outage and the UPS battery will take over.
The most common failure mode of a VRLA battery is an open circuit, due to cell dry-out.
One (1) open circuit condition in a SERIES connected battery system results in insufficient
voltage supply to the UPS DC bus. In a utility outage situation, this will cause the UPS to
shut down on DC under-voltage. Just one (1) cell failure is all it takes.
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578. How to replace a capacitor in capacitor bank ?

A. De-energize all power, discharge (bleed), replace
B. Discharge (bleed), de-energize all power, replace
C. Discharge (bleed), de-energize all power, replace
D. Replace, discharge (bleed), de-energize all power
ANS: C
581. What type of signal is the output signal of a 4-20ma transmitter?

a. Discrete c. S curve
b. Linear and proportional d. Analog
ANS: B
Current sensors monitor the current flowing to electrical equipment or buildings. The
magnitude of this current is then converted into a linear and proportional 4 to 20 mA
output signal, which can be monitored by your Building Management, DDC, or PLC
controller
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582. A 3 phase motor has 3 overloads. Two are rated at 36.5A and one is rated at 25.5A. Normally the
motor works on 19.5A and the full load ampacity is 26.5A. If the motor runs for 2 seconds at full load
and under the above conditions, what would happen to the motor?
a. Normal. c.36.5A overload will trip and the motor stop
b. 25.5A overload will trip and the motor stop. d. The motor would stop.
ANS: B
The motor has a 19.5A full load current. The overload can be set at either an extra 115% or 125%. The lowest
overload setting given by the question is 25.5A which is close to an extra 125% (19.5A x 1.25) of the FLA
which equals 24.38A. At 25.5A, the overload would trip and the motor would stop.
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583. Two 240V heaters, one is 1200w and the other is 1500w. What is the maximum
distance away from a panel board?
a. 37m c. 90m
b. 60m d. 29.4m
ANS: D
1200w+1500w=2700w
2700/240=11.25
11.25*1.25=14.06
T2, 90 Degrees= number 14 conductor
the formula is (Lt X 3 X (Voltage given/120V)=L
Lt from TD3 =4.9 (we can not use the 10a (this is lower than 11.25A) so we use the 12.5A and reading across the row
to match the number 14 Awg wire,)
(4.9 X 3 X (240/120))=29.4m
If we add 1200w + 1500w, the total is 2700w. The current is equal to (2700 divided by 240)=11.25A. To find the
conductor size, we multiply the 11.25 by 1.25=14A so we need a number 14 conductor (T2, 90 degrees). We use Table
D3 since the voltage is low and we are asked about the distance. On the second page of TD3, the formula is (Lt X 3 X
(Voltage given/120V)=L where L is the length and Lt is the length from the table. First we need to calculate the Lt and to
do that we need to find the amperage. Using TD3, we can not use the 10a (this is lower than 11.25A) so we use the 12.5A
and reading across the row to match the number 14 Awg wire, we conclude that a number 14 awg with 12.5A on it will
take us one way from the panel to 4.9m. Then, we use the above formula and insert the number in. (4.9 X 3 X
(240/120))=29.4m
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584. An electrical motor keeps blowing NTD fuses. What is the new multiplier?
a. 400% c. 200%
b. 300% d. 250%
ANS: A
585. An electrical motor keeps blowing TD fuses. What is the new multiplier?
a. 400% c. 225%
b. 300% d. 175%
ANS: C
Search the index under Overcurrent, Motor. Rule 28-200 explains what happens when the motor does not start and it is
protected by Non Time Delay fuses. 28-200 Branch circuit overcurrent protection Each ungrounded conductor of a motor
branch circuit shall be protected by an overcurrent device complying with the following:
(a) a branch circuit supplying a single motor shall be protected, except as permitted by Item (c), by using an
overcurrent device of rating not to exceed the values in Table 29 using the rated full load current of the motor;
(b) notwithstanding Item (a), an overcurrent device having a minimum rating or setting of 15 A shall be permitted even
though it exceeds the values specified in Table 29;
(c) instantaneous-trip (magnetic only) circuit interrupters shall be permitted where applied in accordance with
Rule 28-210;
(d) where the overcurrent devices as determined in Item (a) will not permit the motor to start, the rating or
setting of the overcurrent device shall be permitted to be increased as follows:
(i) a non-time-delay fuse:
(A) not in excess of 400% of the motor full load current for fuses rated up to 600 A;
(B) not in excess of 300% of the motor full load current for fuses rated 601 to 6000 A;
(ii) a time-delay fuse to a maximum of 225% of the motor full load current
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586. You are getting a liquid to liquid freeze up in a refrigeration circuit. Where would you
install a device to stop this from happening?
a. Compressor c. Fan
b. Evaporator d. Expansion Valve
ANS: A
The vapor-compression uses a circulating liquid refrigerant as the medium which
absorbs and removes heat from the space to be cooled and subsequently rejects that
heat elsewhere. Figure 1 depicts a typical, single-stage vapor-compression system. All
such systems have four components: a compressor, a condenser, a thermal expansion
valve (also called a throttle valve), and an evaporator. Circulating refrigerant enters the
compressor in the thermodynamic state known as a saturated vapor[2] and is
compressed to a higher pressure, resulting in a higher temperature as well. The hot,
compressed vapor is then in the thermodynamic state known as a superheated vapor
and it is at a temperature and pressure at which it can be condensed with either cooling
water or cooling air. That hot vapor is routed through a condenser where it is cooled and
condensed into a liquid by flowing through a coil or tubes with cool water or cool air
flowing across the coil or tubes. This is where the circulating refrigerant rejects heat from
the system and the rejected heat is carried away by either the water or the air
(whichever may be the case).
The condensed liquid refrigerant, in the thermodynamic state known as a saturated
liquid, is next routed through an expansion valve where it undergoes an abrupt reduction
in pressure. That pressure reduction results in the adiabatic flash evaporation of a part
of the liquid refrigerant. The auto-refrigeration effect of the adiabatic flash evaporation
lowers the temperature of the liquid and vapor refrigerant mixture to where it is colder
than the temperature of the enclosed space to be refrigerated.
The cold mixture is then routed through the coil or tubes in the evaporator. A fan
circulates the warm air in the enclosed space across the coil or tubes carrying the cold
refrigerant liquid and vapor mixture. That warm air evaporates the liquid part of the cold
refrigerant mixture. At the same time, the circulating air is cooled and thus lowers the
temperature of the enclosed space to the desired temperature. The evaporator is where
the circulating refrigerant absorbs and removes heat which is subsequently rejected in
the condenser and transferred elsewhere by the water or air used in the condenser.
To complete the refrigeration cycle, the refrigerant vapor from the evaporator is again a
saturated vapor and is routed back into the compressor.
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587. A CT transformer with a value of 0-3A is faulty.You have a 0-9A one on hand. What
do you need to do?
a. Nothing. It is good c. Wrap the wire 9 times
b. Wrap the wire around 3 times d. Wrap the wire 12 times
ANS: B
To decrease the value of a CT by one third, wrap the wire around three times.
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588. What is needed to be done when entering confined spaces?
a. Use a safety line c. Use a harness
b. Check air quality d. Can not enter confined spaces
ANS: B
Examples of confined spaces include silos, vats, hoppers, utility vaults, tanks, sewers,
pipes, access shafts, truck or rail tank cars, aircraft wings, boilers, manholes, manure pits
and storage bins.
The air within the confined space should be tested from outside of the confined space
before entry into the confined space
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589. A motor is rotating at 375 rpm and has a frequency of 25Hz. How many pairs of poles does it have?
a. 2 c. 6
b. 4 d. 8
ANS: B
The key word in this question is how many pair of poles and not how many poles. The
formula is RPM=(120*f)/P. RPM is the speed. f is the frequency. P is the number of poles.
Therefore, we rearrange the formula to solve for P. P=((120f/RPM))=((120×25)/375))=8
poles. The number of pair of poles would be (8/2)=4 poles.
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590. An alternator is not producing voltage. The alternator is now running at proper
speed but still not producing voltage. What is the problem?
a. Out of phase c. Changing direction of leads
b. Loss of excitation d. Brushes
ANS: B PTS: 1
automatic voltage regulator (AVR)
591. What size circuit breaker would you need for a mogul base lighting that does not exceed 347V?
a. 15A c. 30A
b. 20A d. 40A
ANS: B
Rule 30-104. 20 amp
As the voltage increases, the amperage decreases. Rule 30-104 is illustrated by the line that you see in the explanation and
all the numbers are up to.
In this case up to 347 volts is 20 amps so if the question mentions anything about HID lighting, commercial mall or
347 then use the line otherwise the answer will be 15 amps.
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592. During synchronization of an AC generator, abrupt shake occurred. What is the
cause of this?
a. Phase to phase short c. The prime mover
b. Over excitation d. Phase relay failed
ANS: A
In an alternating current electric power system, synchronization is the process of matching the speed and frequency of a
generator or other source to a running network.
An AC generator cannot deliver power to an electrical grid unless it is running at the same frequency as the network. If
two segments of a grid are disconnected, they cannot exchange AC power again until they are brought back into exact
synchronization. A DC generator can be connected to a power network by adjusting its open-circuit terminal voltage to
match the network voltage by either adjusting its speed or its field excitation.
593. There are existing 9 conductors in the system, 3 conductors per phase 500 MCM TW75 AWG. You replaced 2
conductors in the system with 500 MCM RW90 XLPE, What will be the current rating of the system?
a. 380A c. 3450A
b. 3420A d. 395A
ANS: B
T2 500AWG AND 75 = 380A 9 conductors TW75 will be rated at (9x380A)=3420A.
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594. Convert 5F hexadecimal to binary.
a. 1011111 c. 10111
b. 101111 d. 1111101
ANS: A
The answer is A. 1011111. A 1 means ON. A 0 means OFF. Read the numbers right to left and
turn ON or OFF the numbers that will add to 95. There are 7 digits. 64 32 16 8 4 2 1. So if we
turn on 64 16 8 4 2 1 and left 32 off, we will get 95.
Another method is to use the scientific calculator given to us on the exam and choose HEX. input 5F and then press BIN
(binary) and the result will be 1011111.
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595. What is the maximum size of conductors you can lay in surface raceway?
a. 500 KCMIL c. 350 KCMIL
b. 2000 KCMIL d. 200 KCMIL
ANS: B
Search the index under Raceways- Surface. Rule 12-1606 subrule (3) points to rule 12-
910(4) which in turn points to T10A. The largest conductor size is 2000 KCMIL OR AWG. and minimum is 14
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596. What is the maximum current for 4 conductors RW90 Aluminum run in metal rigid conduit?
a. 504A c. 1220A
b. 560A d. 1150A
ANS: A
In table 4, the largest conductor is 2000KCMIL. Reading the 90 degree column the ampacity would be 630A.
We using table 5C so we multiply 630A by 80 percent. The answer is 504A.
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597. What is the distance of a number 12 conductor one way from the panel if it is carrying 10A at 240V?
a. 12m c. 19m
b. 16m d. 24m
ANS: C
the formula is (Lt X 1 X (Voltage given/120V)=L
Lt from TD3 =9.8 (we can not use the 10a (this is lower than 11.25A) so we use the 10A and reading across the row
to match the number 12 Awg wire,)
(9.8 X 1 X (240/120))=19.6m
From the given choices, C is correct.
Since we are asked about the distance, we can not use tables 1,2,3,4. We need to use
table D3 since the voltage is a low voltage- 240V and table D3 takes the distance into
to the length from the table (Lt) multiplied by voltage drop (same as the table since it is
not given-1%) and then multiplied by (the voltage given divided by 120 always). When we
multiply by the 1%, we only multiply by 1. We do not use the percentage. The formula
translated is L=((LtX1X(240V/120V)). Using table D3 specifically the 10A row, we cross
horizontally to the number 12 conductor and the table indicates that the number 12 will
carry 10A to 9.8m.
Therefore, L=(9.8x1x2)=19.6m. From the given choices, C is correct.
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598. What is the proper way to service a photo switch?

a.Clean window with cloth/soap/water c. Clean with detergent
b. Replace d. No service required
ANS: A
GTK PTS: 1
599. In a HID lighting installation a bulb is extra bright, what is the cause?
a. Wrong bulb c. Capacitor

b. Line voltage d. Broken Neutral
ANS: D
GTK PTS: 1
600. How many overload coils are required for a 240V single phase motor?
a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4
ANS: A
One overload per phase. Since we have a single phase, we need one overload. If the question asks for a set of contacts, we
would look at voltage. For 120V, it is two sets of contacts. For 240V, it is four sets of contacts.
601. A lead acid battery has a low electrolyte. What should you do?
a. Add sulfuric acid c. Do specific gravity test
b. Add distilled water d. Replace battery
ANS: B
GTK PTS: 1
602. When replacing a stud mounted SCR, you should_____________
a. Apply dielectric paste and use nonconductive washer
b. Apply thermal paste and torque to spec
c. Apply dielectric paste and torque to spec
d. Apply thermal paste and use nonconductive washer
ANS: B
silicon-controlled rectifier (SCR)
To replace a stud mounted SCR in the Conversion Module, proceed as follows:
1. Open all electrical circuits to the case in which the Conversion Module is located.
2. Remove Conversion Module from case.
3. Remove fan bracket and fan from module, if a fan is supplied.
4. Remove the front cover from the module.
5. Remove printed circuit card cover from heatsink assembly.
6. Take heatsink assembly from its’ mounting bracket.
7. Remove the 2 nuts securing the heatsink with the failed SCR.
8. Remove the failed SCR from the heatsink.
9. Clean the heatsink at the SCR mounting surface with a lint-free cloth.
10. 1. Apply a thin coat of thermal compound to the replacement SCR mounting surface.
11. 1. Install SCR with the same orientation of its’ leads as in the original assembly. Tighten the SCR stud nut with a
torque wrench to 30 in. lbs.
12. 1. Reassemble the module and reinstall it in the case.
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603. What happens when the gate of an SCR is disconnected?

a. Opens up c. Commutates at 45 degrees
b. Continues to conduct d. Commutates at 90 degrees
ANS: B
Once the SCR is turned on, removing the positive voltage at the gate can not turn it off. The current flowing through the
SCR causes it to remain on. This is called holding current. The only way to turn the SCR off is to reduce the holding
current, which can be done by disconnecting the forward biased voltage with a switch.
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604. What are the output terminals on this circuit?
a. 1 and 3 c. 3 and 4
b. 1 and 2 d. 2 and 4
ANS: C
In electronics (/wiki/Electronics), an opto-isolator, also called an optocoupler, photocoupler, or optical isolator, is a
component that transfers electrical signals between two isolated circuits by using light. Read the diagram from left to right
and follow the arrow.
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605. What can you replace an air flow switch with to gain more accurate control?
a. Damper Control c. Pressure switch
b. Proxy switch d. Differential pressure switch
ANS: D
Air flow switches detect flowing air conditions in ducts, pipes, tubes and spaces and provide discrete electrical outputs to
control systems.
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606. What size 240V RW90 wire gauge that must be used for a pump that is submersed in a wet well and carrying
10A? The fused disconnect is 90m away.
a. 12 c. 8
b. 10 d. 6
ANS: B
Go to table D3 in appendix D. On the exam, they can ask you about the distance or the wire size. If asked about the
distance, then L is missing. If asked about the wire size, then Lt is missing. L is the length. Lt is the length from the table.
The formula is (Lt X 3 X (Voltage given divided by 120))=Length.
Since we are asked about the wire size, Lt is missing.
Substituting in the formula, (Lt X 3 X (240 divided by 120))=90m. Therefore,
6Lt=90. Lt=(90 divided by 6)=15m.
Using the 10A row from table D3, we read across to 15.5m which will be using wire size 10 awg.
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607. What must be added to PPE when adding a bus plug to a bus duct?
a) Cotton clothes, safety glasses, Harness, bump cap
b) Face shield, rubber gloves, insulated tools
c) cotton gloves
d) Polyester shirt
ANS: B
PPE is Personal Protection Equipment. A metal fabricating plant may use Square 800
amp bus duct to distribute power throughout an open manufacturing area where they
have machines they move around from time to time. Part or the whole process may be
rearranged depending on the product at the time. A Square D 100 amp bus may feed a
100 amp welding plug or the power and control compartment of a milling machine.
There might be 25 or more bus plugs on the bus duct . And they could easily add new
bus duct and new bus plugs to accommodate expansion. Another example might be a
very large open area or high bay facility for heavy manufacturing using a 2000 amp
Square D bus duct with over a hundred bus plugs on it. The bus plugs provide building
power to power panels and lighting panels and to production equipment and process
equipment.
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608. During a substation inspection, you see a glow and hear a crackling sound. What is this called?
a. Corona c. Short circuit
b. Flashover d. Breakdown
ANS: A
High voltage electrical equipment has the potential to cause corona phenomenon.
Corona activity in high-voltage switchgear is the main source of degradation and
ultimate failure of insulation. Failure of insulating components on switchgear is a
problem many utilities have. Statistics indicating that electrical insulation
deterioration causes up to 90% of electrical failures of certain high voltage equipment.
In order to avoid electrical failure on high-voltage switchgear, routine corona
inspection is needed. One simple method to detect corona activity is by listen its
sound. Corona noise can be described as
crackling or hissing sounds.
609. In the following diagram, which is true?
a. Zero=y, Span=x-y c. Zero=x, Span=x-y

b. Zero=y, Span=y-x d. Zero=x, Span=y-x
ANS: D
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610. To connect any instrumentation device to a computer RS232 port, which port would we use on a computer?
a. VGA c. Serial
b. Parallel d. Usb
ANS: C
The RS232 port is the serial port.
611. What is the maximum distance between a motor and a motor disconnecting means?
a. 9m c. within sight and 9m
b. within sight and 3m d. 3m
ANS: C
The disconnecting means for hermetic equipment is within sight and 3m.
The disconnecting means for all except hermetic equipment is within sight and 9m. So Transformers, capacitors and air
make up units, are all within sight and 9m.
Motors for air conditioning and refrigeration equipment are special-purpose motors called “hermetic,”
meaning they're sealed. They're sealed because they're in the same housing as the compressor and
are operating in refrigerant
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612. What is the maximum distance between an a/c equipment and a disconnecting means?
a. 9m c. within sight and 9m
b. within sight and 3m d. 3m
ANS: B
a/c stands for air condition. Therefore, Hermetic. If the a/c is written like this ac, the answer will be c.
This means it is an ac equipment.
613. What is the minimum clearance required to be kept in front of a main disconnecting switch?
a. 1m. c. 2m.
b. 1.5m. d. 2.5m.
ANS: A
Search the index for working space. Rule 2-308 (1). This is a low voltage horizontal space. 1m.
PTS: 1
614. Conductive optical fibre cables shall be permitted in the same raceway with
a.Conductors with the same temperature rating c. Conductors 30 V or more
b. Class 2 conductors d. Conductors 30 V or less
ANS: B
A Class 2 transformer has a power rating of 100v while a class 1 transformer has a power rating of 1000v. Class 1
transformer needs more safety pre-cautions. So we can only run class 2 conductors with fibre optic cables.
Class 1: Solid conductors,
Class 2: Stranded conductors,
Class 5: Flexible conductors,
Class 6: Conductors with flexibility more than Class 5.
615. Which of the following diagram is correct for a fire alarm signal circuit?
a. a c. c
b. b d. d
ANS: D
Signal circuits are output circuits like bells, chimes, horns and strobes. They also have diodes in the circuit. D is the
answer.
PTS: 1
616. Circuit________is incorrect for supervised fire alarm system signal devices.
a. a c. c
b. b d. d
ANS: C
The answer is C. The diode is pointing in the wrong direction.
PTS: 1
617. What is the voltage rating of a festoon cable?

a. 120V c. 600V
b. 300V d. 1000V
ANS: C
Tables 11, 19 and D1 in Appendix D indicate voltage rating, temperature rating and condition of use for any cable ever
made.
Festoon cable is in table 11.
PTS: 1
618. Low voltage protection is a_______wire circuit.

a. 2 c. 4
b. 3 d. 5
ANS: B
3 wire circuit. One for start, one for stop and one for return.
619. The term used to describe a control circuit that operates on the failure of voltage to
cause and maintain the interruption of power to the main circuit is called
a. Low-voltage protection c. Two-wire control
b. Low-voltage release d. Category 2 control
ANS: A
See section 0 for the definition of low voltage protection. Contactors is the device that causes and maintains the
interruption of power to the main circuit. Contactors are voltage sensitive devices. They open the circuit and keep it open
when there is a voltage sag or power outage, until the operator pushes the start button. It is a three wire control
circuit.
620. A recently replaced drive belt on a motor pulley is badly worn on one side. What should be done?
a. Replace the worn belt c. Replace the belt with the next larger size
b. Replace the belt and align the pulley d. Replace the motor
ANS: B
Replace the belt and align the pulley
621. When setting up a step ladder, which rung is the safest to step on before danger ensues?
a. 1st from top c. 3rd from top
b. 2nd from bottom d. 2nd from top
ANS: D
When setting up a step ladder, the second rung from the top is the safest to step on before danger ensues. When setting up
a step ladder, the second step from the top is the safest to step on before danger ensues.
622. What is required for a person’s protection when using band saws or similar equipment?
a. Low voltage release c. 2 wire control
b. Low voltage protection d. Category 2
ANS: B
Low voltage protection to protect the worker. This is a start-stop station.
PTS: 1
623. What is the minimum ratio for a ladder to be away from a wall?
a. 1:4 c. 1:5
b. 1:3 d. 1:6
ANS: B PTS: 1
624. What is the maximum ratio for a ladder to be away from a wall?
a. 1:4 c. 1:5
b. 1:3 d. 1:6
ANS: A PTS: 1
Maximum ratio = (Vertical height / 4)
625. A conveyor belt is worn on one side, what do you do?

a. Adjust pulley ratio c. Upgrade to the next size of belt
b. Change Pulley d. Belt Lubricant
ANS: B
Out of these choices, changing the pulley is the best choice.
626. What is the total volts/Amps hour for this set of bank of batteries?
a. 6V 400A c. 24V 200A
b. 6V 800A d. 48V 800A
ANS: C
6V 6V 6V 6V 24V 100AH
V
24V 200AH
6V 6V 6V 6V
V
24V 100AH
The diagram illustrates two battery banks consisting of 4 batteries.

The batteries in the top bank is in series with each other so
The current is the same (100 Ah) and the voltages add (6Vx4)=24V. The same will be for the
bottom battery bank.
The two battery banks are in parallel with each other. In parallel circuits, the voltage is
the same so we total 24V and add the currents of the top and the bottom battery bank
(100Ah+100Ah)=200A. The total is 24V 200AH.
PTS: 1
627. The drive belts are connected, one belt from pulley A to B, one belt from pulley B to
C and one belt from pulley C to D. If the belt between pulley A and B breaks. Which
belt should be replaced?
a. Only the belt from pulley A to B c. Only the belt from pulley C to D
b. Only the belt from pulley B to C d. Replace all belts
ANS: D
When there is more than one pulley, we change all belts- part of preventive maintenance.
PTS: 1
628. There are two dry cell battery banks. Each bank has three dry cell batteries rated at
1.5V at 30AH. What is the total capacity of both banks?
a. 1.5V, 30AH c. 3V, 60AH
b. 1.5V, 60AH d. 4.5V, 60AH
ANS: D
We calculate the bank of three batteries in series first and then in parallel. In series, the
current is the same and the voltage is a divider. Therefore, for the first top branch the
total current is 30AH and the voltage is (3×1.5V)=4.5V. The top and the bottom branches
are in parallel so the voltage is the same and the current is the divider. Therefore, the
total voltage is 4.5V and the total current is 60AH.
PTS: 1
629. What are the correct voltages, if fuse 2 is blown?
a. 240,240,0,240 c. 0,240,240,0
b. 240,0,240,240 d. 0,0,240,240
ANS: A
If fuse 2 is blown, we know V1 is 240V. This will eliminate c) and d) as possible answers. V2
is also 240V. This will eliminate b). Therefore, the answer is A. Refer to troubleshooting
notes from the modules..
PTS: 1
630. In the figure below, what problem is indicated by the readings on the voltmeters?
a. Fuse 3 is open c. There is no problem
b. Fuse 1 is open d. Fuse 2 is open
ANS: B
When troubleshooting, if we read 0V on the same phase, the fuse is good since the
power flows through the fuse and not the voltmeter . If we read a voltage and in this
case it is 208V, the power would flow through the voltmeter and the voltage would be
208V. V1 indicates that the fuse is blown.
PTS: 1
631. What is the current flow in the neutral wire if the loads are as indicated below?
a. 60A c. 50A
b. 40A d. 30A
ANS: C
We would subtract the 7200W from the 1200W load and divide by 120. So 6000W divided
by 120 is 50A.
PTS: 1
632. Which 3 way diagram is correct?

a. A c. C
b. B d. D
ANS: D
Examining diagram D, there are two device boxes with one three way switch in each
controlling two lights. The feed is at the bottom device box. Each three way switch has
three screws (two travelers and one common). The travelers are considered hot
conductors. This is indicated by the short slash mark. The neutral is indicated by the
long slash mark. So there are three hot conductors from the three way switch at the top
of the diagram (two travelers and one common). There are two hot conductors from the
bottom device box to the first light and one neutral to feed both lights. There are three
hot conductors between the lights and one neutral.
Note- the arrow indicates the feed (home run) from the power source.
PTS: 1
633. Fire alarm stranded conductors with more than 7 strands shall be __________ in compression connectors.
a. Bunch-tinned or terminated c. Mechanical
b. Compression fitting d. Terminated
ANS: A PTS: 1
634. In which cable would a short damage the conductor while terminating?
a. Armoured Cable c. Mineral insulated cable
b. Coaxial Cable d. Teck
ANS: D
The key word is damage. Teck90 is an armoured high voltage cable rated for 5000V. Mineral insulated has 2 conductors
separated by magnesium oxide so it can not be the answer. Armoured is low voltage. Coaxial is extra low voltage so the
damage is not possible.
PTS: 1
635. One room in a big building has its temperature lower than the set point. What should be checked first?
a. Room reheating device c. Air supply system of building
b. Temperature sensor d. Air mixed system of building
ANS: B PTS: 1
636. How do you increase the speed of a synchronous motor?
a. Increase voltage in rotor c. Increase voltage in stator
b. Increase frequency d. Increase current in rotor
ANS: B PTS: 1
637. The power factor of a synchronous motor drops suddenly from 95% to 75%. What is the problem?
a. Inductance increase c. Overexcited
b. capacitor increase d. Underexcitation
ANS: D PTS: 1
638. What is the best way to upgrade a computer firewall?

a. Network Supplier c. Web
b. Attachment d. Manufacturer or supplier website
ANS: D
PTS: 1
639. A servo motor is being used in a complex industrial control circuit to control a robotic arm. The
robotic arm is moving slowly back and forth (oscillating) instead of moving to its next position.
What is the cause?
a. Dirty hydraulic filter. c. Faulty program.

b. Low oil level. d. Bi-directional valve.
ANS: C
The question asks about the cause of this problem and not what to do about it. So we troubleshoot the
servo motor to make sure it is finding it’s Position to eliminate hardware issues then if need be
reprogram the unit to deal with software issues and the possibility of a faulty program based on the
options given.
PTS: 71020
640. What is the fastest way for a PLC in terms of processing?

a. Inputs in parallel c. Outputs in parallel
b. Inputs in series d. Outputs in series
ANS: A
It is inputs, process, outputs. Since inputs come before the processing, inputs in parallel
will increase the processing.
641. When changing a module in a photovoltaic system, which parameter is important?

a. Frequency c. impedance
b. Voltage d. Expansion and contraction
ANS: B
The module voltage is affected most of all by the module temperature. This can amount to 10V in the summer and more
than +10V in the winter. The change in voltage when several modules are connected together in series can amount to
100V and perhaps exceed the voltage resistance of the downstream devices.
PTS: 1
642. After the completion of maintenance work on a machine, what shall be the procedure to take to
put the machine back into service?
a.Apply guarding, inform the people c. Inform the people effected, remove
effected, remove locks, switch on the locks, apply guarding, switch on the
machine. machine.
b.Apply guarding, remove locks, inform d. Apply guarding, inform the

the people effected, switch on the people effected, switch on the machine.
machine.
ANS: A
PTS: 1
643. What is the value of R?
a. 1.2 Ohms c. 12K Ohms
b. 12000 Mhos d. 1200 Ohms
ANS: C
Change the 10ma (milli amp) to decimal which is 10 divided by 1000 which equals .01. To calculate R divide the Voltage
by the Amperage.
So R=(V divided by A)=(120/10ma)=12K ohms.
644. What kind of conductor is used for the pull station?

a. LVT c. FAS
b. ELC d. CFC
ANS: C
FAS stands for Fire Alarm Signal cable from table 19.
LVT stands for Extra-low-voltage control cable
ELC stands for Extra-low-voltage cable
CFC stands for Communication Flat Cable
PTS: 1
645. A computer is connected to the internet router via Ethernet, but is not surfing. What could be the reason?
a. Ethernet pairs are reversed c. Cable is not shielded
b. Problem with router. d. Cable is shielded
ANS: B
The router is the gateway to the internet. We always check power and data as a minimum.
646. One of the phases of a 3 phase 3 wire delta connected transformer is shorted to ground. How will the system
work?
a. Normal. c. Unbalanced load.
b. Works on two phases. d. Will not work.
ANS: A
In a Delta system, if any of the 3 phases touches the ground, the system works normal. If more than one phase touches the
ground then we will have nothing.
PTS: 1
647. The water treatment plant shows static temperature. Which of the following could be the problem?
a. TL1 c. TL3
b. TL2 d. Material Flow
ANS: D
Material flow would be the most likely problem in this water treatment system. Electrode- type sensors work well in
relatively clean water, but lose accuracy if coated by dirt or fouling contaminants, which interfere with the flow of current.
PTS: 1
648. The circuit breaker, after maintenance needs to be brought into service. What to be done?
a. Test and Rest. c. Reset and power
b. Set and power. d. Retest and set.
ANS: B
We set the breaker into its position inside the panel and power.
649. A wound rotor motor fails to start but will run when the 3 slip rings are short circuited. This would
indicate that the trouble is
a. A short circuit in the rotor. c. An open circuit in the rotor.
b. An open circuit in the starter. d. An open circuit in the rheostat.
ANS: D
GTK. The slip rings are connected and controlled by the rheostat. To troubleshoot if the rheostat is defective, we short the
slip rings and if the motor runs, this means the rheostat is defective.
Rheostat
650. What is the acceptable splicing method for the installation of system grounding conductors?
a. Bolted clamp. c. Thermite welded joints.
b. CSA split bolts. d. Silver solder joints.
ANS: C
For permanent connection, we need a thermite welded joints.
PTS: 1
651. What is the mode of file transfer in a PLC?

a. Ethernet. c. File transfer.
b. Hyper text. d. Work group.
ANS: A
Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) communicate using one of several possible open or proprietary
protocols, such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Sinec H1, Profibus, CANopen, DeviceNet or FOUNDATION Fieldbus.
The idea to use standard Ethernet makes these systems more interoperable.
PTS: 1
652. Direct current motors are better suited than alternating current motors for?
a. Accurate speed control. c. Economical installation.

b. Split phase applications. d. Heavy loads.
ANS: C
DC motors are economically better from an installation point of view since we can change the
connection in the motor enclosure and the motor behaves different. We can not do that in AC
motors. They have to be replaced.
653. With an AC installation that requires a motor having variable speed characteristics, the type to use
would be a _______?
a. Squirrel cage motor. c. Synchronous motor.
b. Shaded pole motor. d. Wound rotor induction motor.
ANS: D
A wound rotor induction motor is a variable speed motor such as a floor polisher. Please see your notes
from the 12 modules on 3 phase motors.
PTS: 1
654. How can failure of a function key on a DCS (Distributed Control System) interface unit due to excessive use be
temporarily corrected?
a. By reprogramming to another output device. c. By cleaning the unit with solvent.
b. By reprogramming to another function key. d. By rebooting the system.
ANS: B
PTS: 1
655. A 600V 3 phase motor is not achieving the rated speed. On checking further, one of the supply
conductors is disengaged from the terminal. What is the problem?
a. Motor single phasing. c. Voltage sag.
b. System voltage is low. d. Voltage under The motor load.
ANS: A
The motor needs all 3 phases A B and C. It is receiving only 2 of the phases. This is called single phasing.
656. A 15 HP synchronous motor operating on line voltage has its rotor excited by?
a. Reduced AC voltage. c. AC line voltage.
b. Induced magnetic field. d. DC current.
ANS: D GTK. Please see your notes from the 12 modules on 3 phase motors.
657. While working in the motor control centre (MCC) of a plant, the 600 V magnetic
component requires repairing?
a. Shading coil. c. Main contacts.
b. Overloads. d. Contactor coil.
ANS: A PTS: 1
658. A direct acting proportional valve fails to close properly when fully forced. What
should be done?
a. Adjust zero c. Replace the valve
b. Adjust span d. Replace the actuator
ANS: A
Consider a direct-acting proportional flow controller that is maintaining flow rate at a value that is offset from the
controller set point. If the controller’s gain is increased, the controllers offset will decrease and the controller’s
proportional band will decrease.
659. A shop has 6 rows of lighting, each with 42 fixtures. During a lighting retrofit it takes 2 electricians 70 minutes
to change 1 fixture. How many electricians are required to change all of the fixtures in a 40 hour time period?
a. 5 c. 15
b. 10 d. 13
ANS: C
OPTION -1
6 rows of lighting, each with 42 fixtures will give us 252 fixtures. Since it takes 2 electricians 70 minutes to install one
fixture, then we multiply the 252 by 70 and by 2 to get 35280. In a 40 hour period, there is 40 multiplied by 60 minutes to
get 2400 minutes. So to find the number of electricians required simply divide the 35280 by 2400. We will need 15
electricians.
OPTION -2
6 X 42 = 252 nos total fixture
takes 2 electricians 70 minutes to change 1 fixture.
Need to complete in 40 hour (40 X 60 = 2400 Minutes)
2400/70=34.28
34.28 FICTURES / 2 ELCTRICIAN
252 FIXTURE / ?
=(252 X 2)/34.28 =14.7
660. A static switch on a UPS is used ___________?
a. For inverter maintenance. c. To charge the batteries.
b. To by-pass the power. d. To transfer AC to DC.
ANS: B
661. When checked with an ohmmeter, a capacitor reads 0. What is the capacitor’s condition?
a. Short-circuited. c. Serviceable.
b. Open-circuited. d. Grounded.
ANS: A
Capacitors are made up of two plates. One holds more charge than the other due to the surface area. Normally the
Ohmmeter would read infinity. If the plates are touching, the capacitor is shorted. GTK
PTS: 1
662. The speed of a DC shunt motor is increased above full load speed by inserting a_______?
a. Rheostat in series with the shunt field. c.Rheostat in series with the series armature.
b.Rheostat in series with the series field. d. Rheostat in parallel with the line.
ANS: A
The shunt field acts like a gas pedal. By pressing (adding resistance) the rheostat in series with the shunt field, the speed
increases.
663. An old timing module in a starter needs to be replaced with an electronic timing module. How will it be
installed?
a. Cut-out should be the same. c. The wiring should be of the same length.
b. Power should be the same. d. The wiring should be the same.
ANS: B
Power which includes voltage and current is very important.
664. How to perform a battery test?
a. Fill and check specific gravity. c. Fill, charge and check voltage.
b. Check specific gravity and fill. d. Unload, fill and check float voltage.
ANS: C
We need to fill the battery, charge it then check the voltage.
PTS: 1
665. A DP Transmitter for level control is calibrated but still failing. What to do?
a. Change Transmitter. c. Check Air Supply.
b. Change PLC. d. Change level sensor.
ANS: A
A DP transmitter means differential pressure which is a pressure-measuring gauge or an electrical
device that uses two elements to measure the differences of pressure in a sealed container such as a
pipe. DP transmitters will have. – A primary element. – A secondary element. – An electronics housing.
666. What is the allowed ampacity of each conductor when 6 copper conductors with an ampacity of 200 A each
are installed in a single raceway?
a. 200 A c. 140 A
b. 160 A d. 120 A
ANS: B
Since we have 6 copper conductors, we need to de-rate the 200A ampacity by 80 percent to 160A according to table 5C..
667. Where are the overload relays for a size one magnetic starter physically placed?
a. At the contactor. c. At the distribution panel.
b. At the motor. d. At the starter station
ANS: A PTS: 1
668. What will most thermal relays do when the unit is using too much current?
a. burn out c. close the starting circuit
b. nothing d. open the circuit
ANS: D PTS: 1
669. What instrument should be used to check for a short circuit?

a. a wattmeter c. a voltmeter
b. an ammeter d. an ohmmeter
ANS: D PTS: 1
670. When you measured water you found the water with PH that is low. This means the water is?
a. normal c. alkaline
b. acidic d. ammonia
ANS: B
Pure water has a PH very close to 7. Less than 7 means acidic. Greater than 7 means basic or alkaline.
671. What is the minimum support for an EMT conduit in a 29.5m run where the diameter of the conduit is
27mm?
a. 14 c. 17
b. 15 d. 20
ANS: B
29.5/2 = 14.75
12-1010 Maximum spacing of conduit supports (see Appendix B)
1) All rigid metal conduit of one size shall be securely attached to hangers or to a solid surface with the maximum spacings of
the points of support not greater than
a) 1.5 m for 16 and 21 trade size conduit;
b) 2 m for 27 and 35 trade size conduit; and
c) 3 m for 41 trade size conduit and larger.
29.5-2=27.5_27.5/2=13.75_13.75+2=15.75
(This is true for EMT conduit only and not Rigid. So we subtract 2m ( 1m from each box) from 29.5m and we get 27.5m
then divide the 27.5m by 2m then add the 2 supports that we took out from either side of the box and we get 15.75
supports. We drop the decimals always. The answer is 15 supports. )
PTS: 1
672. An out of service motor is used for outdoors. We need to use it again. After checking the motor insulation, the
insulation test is low. What to do to reduce the insulation fault that will not damage the motor?
a. apply low DC current c. run for a while and test again
b. apply high DC current d. tape the leads
ANS: C
The insulation is low but it is still there. So we run the motor for a while and retest the insulation again.
PTS: 1
673. How to test the insulation in an armature?

a. A1 to S1 c. F1 to motor frame
b. A1 to motor frame d. Line to line
ANS: B
A1 is the lead from the armature. We test from A1 to the motor frame.
674. The UVPROM is corrupted. What is the cause?
a. over exposure to ambient light module c. shorted input and output

b. over exposure to UV light d. excessive input voltage
ANS: B
An “electrically programmable read-only-memory,” or EPROM, can be electrically 7 written, and can be erased by
ultraviolet light. EPROMs are very commonly used, since they are cheap and their timing standards are familiar.
EPROMs are also referred to as UVPROMs.
PTS: 1
675. After replacing the circuit breaker, what is marked on it?
a. Maximum current capacity. c. Maximum power.
b. Voltage rating. d. Overload current.
ANS: A
A 15A circuit breaker rated for 100% will pass 15A then trip. A 15A circuit breaker that is unmarked for continuous
rating will pass 12A (80% of 15A) then trip.
PTS: 1
676. How to connect a K-type thermocouple to PLC?
A.using Transmitter then connect to 4-20ma analog module of the PLC

c. using transmitter connect to 12 analog module to PLC
B.using Transmitter then connect to 24 DC discrete module of the PLC
D.using transmitter then connect to 24v DC analog PLC card
ANS: A
GTK. We connect the thermocouple to the transmitter and then connect to 4-20ma analog module of the PLC.
PTS: 1
677. What is written on the handle of a circuit breaker?

a. Average ampere c. Interrupting current capacity
b. Continuous ampere d. Residual current
ANS: C
There are two ratings- the rating of the circuit breaker and the interrupting current capacity to interrupt the fault currents.
PTS: 1
678. A 240 V UPS has 10A in each of the 3 parallel banks. A cell in each of the 2 banks is
open. What is the total VA of the UPS?
a. 2400 c. 4800
b. 3600 d. 7200
ANS: A
240/10= 24 KVA (2400VA)
The answer is 240 times 10A which is 2400VA since the 3 banks are in parallel and one of the banks is active.
PTS: 1
679. A black and white thermal image on a knife switch with a balanced load is showing two contacts
being white. What does this indicate?
a.Clips contacts are getting weakened. c. Fuses need to be replaced.
b. Clips contacts are good. d. Fuses are good.
ANS: A
GTK. The white spots are the hot spots.
680. How is the speed control for the engine generator connected?
a. governor to exciter c. current sensor to shaft

b. governor to shaft d. voltage sensor to exciter
ANS: B
Constant-speed propeller governors keep engine rpm constant by varying the propeller blade pitch.
681. A newly repaired engine generator has excessive vibration. How is that fixed?
a. Adjust the shaft to prime mover c. An inertia anti-block
b. Use Vibration non-isolators d. Flexible connections
ANS: A GTK.
PTS: 1
682. In a caustic process with a fully calibrated PH meter measured high. What is the cause?
a. low alkaline c. process gone base
b. process gone acidic d. dilute system not functioning
ANS: C Low means acidic. High means basic or alkaline.
683. In measuring the insulation of a plant generator, the meter goes low and then to normal reading. What is the
status of the insulation?
a. Good c. Shorted
b. Wet d. Dry
ANS: A
As the chart moves toward the X, the insulation becomes dry.
684. In what condition you should change a high voltage circuit breaker?
a. Open c. Closed
b. De-energized d. Tripped
ANS: D
A breaker is not considered a mechanical device such as a handle so we trip a breaker not close it.
685. A capacitor is charged with 100V. What is the voltage after twice discharge?
a. 13.6V c. 88V
b. 60V d. 100V
ANS: A
capacitor are charged with 100V what is the voltage after twice discharge. Capacitors charge at an exponential rate.
Capacitors discharge curve.
Capacitors charge and discharge at an exponential rate. The curve is divided into 5 time constants and during each
constant the voltage changes by an amount equal to 63.2% of the maximum amount that it can change.
1) At the end of the first constant, the voltage will decrease by 63.2% of 100.
That is (100V x .632)= 63.2V.
100V - 63.2V = 36.8V.
2) At the end of the second constant, the voltage will decrease by 63.2% of 36.8V.
That is (36.8V x .632)= 23.26V.
36.8V - 23.26 = 13.54.
At the end of the second time constant, the voltage will drop to 13.6V.
PTS: 1
687. What is the size of T90 supply conductor that can be used for a 3 phase 100hp 460V Class F continuous duty
motor?
a. 1 awg c. 00
b. 0 d. 000
ANS: C
Answer is C. Use Table 44, the FLA is 124A. We multiply 124A X 1.25 = 155A.
We ask ourselves, does it say anywhere in the question EMT/RIGID or Class A? If it does, we use
the 90 degree column. Since it does not, then we use the 75 degree column from table 2.
the answer would be 2/0
PTS: 1
688. A DC motor draws more current with a mechanical load applied to its shaft because the___
A. Counter EMF is reduced with speed c. Applied voltage decreases
b. Voltage differential decreases d. Applied voltage increases
ANS: A
Answer is A. As the motor speed increases the eddy currents and the resulting counter
EMF also increase. When the motor reaches its maximum operating speed, counter emf
will be generated at a constant rate. When a load is applied, the speed of the motor is
reduced, which reduces the counter emf and hence increases current in the motor. If the
load stops the motor from moving then the current may be high enough to burn out the
motor coil windings.
Generally, the load slows the armature down and so the current increases as the
counter emf is decreased. This produces an increase in current and torque to cope with
the increased load.
689. The resistance of a series diverted motor should be__________

a. A high value c. A low value
b. Equal to the resistance of the series field d. A variable resistor
ANS: D
We install a diverter in series with the series coil (winding) so we can vary the resistance.
690. Under compounding is achieved by ___________

A. Adding more turns to the series field c. Adding turns to the shunt field
B.Removing turns from the shunt field d.Removing turns from the series field
ANS: D
The DC compound motor is a combination of the series motor and the shunt motor. It
has a series field winding that is connected in series with the armature and a shunt field
that is in parallel with the armature. The combination of series and shunt winding allows
the motor to have the torque characteristics of the series motor and the regulated
speed characteristics of the shunt motor. To under compound, we would remove turns
from the series field.
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691. The load requirements of a particular DC motor installation requires an extremely

high torque. If speed regulation is not a factor, which motor would you use?
a. Series motor c. Compound motor
b. Shunt motor d. Differential compound motor
ANS: A
The series field winding is connected in series with the armature to produce torque (muscle) to lift dead weights- half a
ton street car, cranes, hoists.
692. A separately excited DC generator has the field connected_________

a. In parallel to the armature c. To an external voltage supply
b. In series with the armature d. In series with the series field
ANS: C
A separately excited DC generator needs an external voltage supply.
693. A rotor or commutator is black during motor inspection. What do you do?
a. Stone the motor c. Check wire insulation
b. Change the brushes d. Adjust brush spring tension
ANS: D
While de-energized, rotate the armature by hand to see if the brushes are free to ride on
the commutator and there’s adequate spring tension to keep them hugging the
commutator. A good brush should have a polished surface which indicates that it has
been seated properly. Check the brush connections to ensure they are tight and clean.
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694. If a distribution breaker trips on a ground fault, where do you test first?
a. Line side line to line c. Load side line to line
b. Line side line to ground d. Load side line to ground
ANS: A
Ground Fault means that the hot conductor has touched the ground. We check on the
line side- line to line so to make sure there is no presence of power after the breaker has
tripped.
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695. A motor is controlled by a VFD and does not have enough torque at low speed.
What parameters do you change?
a. Voltage/Hertz ratio c. Acceleration
b. Minimum frequency d. Deceleration
ANS: A
We would lower the V/H ratio to have enough torque at low speed.
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696. The correct action to take if a motor trips out on thermal overload is to_________?
a. Allow a cooling period then reset. c. Install new overloads.
b. Reset the overload immediately. d. Change the fuse.
ANS: A
The overloads are bi-metallic and they heat up and open the contacts in the starter circuit due to the
increase of the current flow. They can only be reset after they cool down.
697. Given a Wye (Star) 4 wire 600V system. One phase is shorted to ground. How does the system operate?
a. normally c. on two phase
b. unbalanced d. Will not work
ANS: B.
698. How do you repair a damaged cable in a combustible dust environment?
A.Run conductors in a rigid conduit c.Replace with an extra hard usage cord
B.Run conductors in an Emt conduit d.Replace with conductors in Rigid PVC
ANS: C
We replace with a cord to control the combustible dust from entering the process.
699. What is the minimum size of a TW90 cable needed to feed a delta load 100A if the
ambient temperature is 65c?
a. 100A c. 2 awg
b. 125A d. 00
ANS: D
We need a conductor to feed a 100A load after it has been derated due to the given
ambient temperature of 65 degrees Celsius. The conductor should carry an extra 125% of
the load. So we multiply (100 X 1.25)=125A. From table 5A, the derating factor is .65. So we
must to take into consideration the extra derating factor. So we would divide 125A by .65
which is equal to 192A. So now the ampacity of the conductors inside the cable is 192A.
Using table 2 and the 90 degree column, the minimum size is 2/00. The reason why we
used the 90 degree column and not rule 4-006 is because the question mentions (to
feed) a delta load (ungrounded load) which means box to box .
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700. The fire from a burner is yellow and smoky. What could be the cause?
a. Less Oxygen c. Soot
b. Chemicals d. Temperature
ANS: C
The common distribution of a flame under normal gravity condition depends on
convection, as soot tends to rise to the top of a flame (such as in a candle in normal
gravity conditions), making it yellow.
701. Convert the binary coded decimal 00100011 to binary.
a. 10100 c. 10111
b. 10101 d. 11000
ANS: C
Decimal
0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1
2 2 1
2 3
23
Binary
1 0 1 1 1
16 4 2 1
23
The digit 1 means ON. The digit 0 means OFF. We would divide the digits to four blocks at
a time. From right to left, the pattern is 0011. From right to left the remaining pattern is
0010. We use the 8421 encoding which means for 0011, only the first two digits are turned
ON so we add them (3). For 0010, only the second digit is turned ON so it is number 2 in
the 8421 encoding. So the real number is 23. To convert 23 to binary, we would have a
single string of digital number using the 8421 encoding method of 10111 which means
turning ON from right to left numbers 1, 2, 4 and 16 for a pattern of 64 32 16 8 4 2 1. Adding
1 plus 2 plus 4 plus 16 would give us 23.
702. What size of a hole is needed for half inch conduit leading to a box for a differential pressure system?
a. Half an inch c. One inch
b. Three quarter of an inch d. 2 inches
ANS: B
Always add an extra quarter of an inch.
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703. The temperature sensor of the compressor in an AC system is needed to be

changed. The new sensor would be installed at:
a. The Compressor c. The Condenser
b. The Evaporator d. The Fins
ANS: A
The temperature sensor of the compressor is at the compressor.
Thermistor Locations & Functions
Refrigerator Section: The refrigerator may have one or two thermistors located in different areas to
monitor the temperature in the refrigerator section. These sensors send their signal to the main control
board, which may turn on/off the compressor or evaporator fan motor, or open/close the air damper to
let more or less cold air into the refrigerator compartment. When one of these sensors fails, it can cause
the temperature to be off or even cause the refrigerator not to run (not very common).
Freezer Section: The freezer section has one thermistor sensor, not including the thermistor on the
evaporator coil. This sensor sends its signal to the main control board which may turn the compressor
on/off or turn the evaporator fan motor on/off. When this sensor fails, it can cause the temperature to be
off or even cause the refrigerator not to run (not very common).
Evaporator Coil: The evaporator coil (located behind the back panel in the freezer section) has one
thermistor sensor attached to the top side of the evaporator coil. The control board monitors this
thermistor and uses it to know when to go in and out of the automatic defrost cycle. Some people ref
er
to this thermistor as the defrost sensor. This is the most common sensor to fail because it is subject to
extreme temperature changes and moisture. When this sensor fails it can cause the refrigerator to not
go through the automatic defrost cycle properly. When replacing this sensor, you must first manually
defrost the evaporator coil to get it caught back up for the refrigerator to continue to work properly
going forward.
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704. An infrared detector has a problem. It is checked and is now working normally.
What is the reason?
a. Too low stack c. Too high ultraviolet light
b. Too high stack d.Transmitter & detector are not in line.
ANS: C
Answer- Too high ultraviolet light. An infrared detector is a detector that reacts to infrared (IR) radiation. The sun emits
all of the different kinds of electromagnetic radiation, 99% of its rays are in the form of visible light, ultraviolet rays, and
infrared rays (also known as heat). IR detectors are effected by sun light rays which are ultraviolet.
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705. A capacitor is checked and found blown. Why?

a. Reverse polarity. c. Bleed and replace.
b. Oversized. d. Undersized.
ANS: A
The issue with electrolytic capacitors is that they have a polarity associated with their
plates or leads and they also need to be conditioned over time to maintain the dielectric
the plates is reversed, the Al2O3 layer will quickly break down, the electrolyte will conduct
high amounts of current, and with the heat the electrolyte will eventually vaporize into a
gas. The metal containers of electrolyte capacitors are manufactured to fail with a split
in the can, hopefully venting the gas in a controlled manner.
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706. What is the colour of a thermocouple negative wire?

a. Green c. White
b. Yellow d. Red
ANS: D
White for positive and Red for negative
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707. Why use a ground fault grounding detector?

a. To detect phase to ground. c. To zero sequence.
b. To detect phase to neutral. d. To detect phase to phase.
ANS: A
To detect phase to ground.
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708. How to clean an infrared camera?

a. 75% isopropyl alcohol c. Damp cloth
b. Emery cloth d. Wet cloth
ANS: A
If the lens is still noticeably dirty, then the lens should be cleaned according to the
following procedure: use 75% isopropyl alcohol and lens tissue, and use light wiping
motions. Use a fresh section of tissue with each swipe so as not to drag dust or dirt
particles back over the lens surface.
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709. When replacing a smoke detector that is a part of a fire alarm system, what is important?
a. Voltage c. Amperage
b. Sensitivity d. Size
ANS: A
Since smoke detectors on the same circuit have the same voltage, we must match the voltage.
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710. Without considering how a feed generator work, what should we check after
scheduling a preventive maintenance?
a. Replacing Brushes c. Checking battery condition
b. Replacing air filter d. Check fuel
ANS: C
Weak or undercharged starting batteries are a common cause of standby power

system failures. The battery must be kept fully charged and well-maintained to avoid
dwindling by regular testing and inspection to know the current status of the battery
and avoid any start-up hitches of the generator. They must also be cleaned; and the
specific gravity and electrolyte levels of the battery checked frequently.
Testing batteries: Merely checking the output voltage of the batteries is not
indicative of their ability to deliver adequate starting power. As batteries age,
their internal resistance to current flow goes up, and the only accurate measure
of terminal voltage must be done under load. On some generators, this indicative
test is performed automatically each time the generator is started. On other
generator sets, use a manual battery load tester to attest the condition of each
starting battery.
Cleaning batteries: Keep the batteries clean by wiping them with a damp cloth
whenever dirt appears excessive. If corrosion is present around the terminals,
remove the battery cables and wash the terminals with a solution of baking soda
and water (¼ lb baking soda to 1 quart of water). Be careful to prevent the solution
from entering the battery cells, and flush the batteries with clean water when
finished. After replacing the connections, coat the terminals with a light
application of petroleum jelly.
Checking specific gravity: In open-cell lead-acid batteries, use a battery
hydrometer to check the specific gravity of the electrolyte in each battery cell. A
fully charged battery will have a specific gravity of 1.260. Charge the battery if the
specific gravity reading is below 1.215.
Checking electrolyte level: In open-cell lead-acid batteries, verify the level of the
electrolyte at least every 200 hr of operation. If low, fill the battery cells to the
bottom of the filler neck with distilled water.
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711. For controlling environment, a PFL meter does not work well, what should we do?
a. Recalibrate it with known liquid pressure c.Recalibrate it with known

b. Recalibrate it with known voltage d. Replace with a new one
ANS: A
A PFL meter is a Precision Flow meter.
Precision Flow Meters for fuel, oil and chemical injection.

– Capable of measuring low flows down to 0.005 cc/min
– Able to measure over a wide range of up to 2000:1
– Suitable for the intermittent flow of injection systems
– Delivering high accuracy within +/-0.2% of reading
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712. If an electrician installs a lock and tag on a piece of equipment, who is allowed to
remove the lock and tag?
a. Operator c. Supervisor
b. The electrician d. The person using it.
ANS: B
For your safety, hold on to your key for your lock.
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713. In a DC motor, there is excess vibration. How should it be repaired?
a. Reduce the load c. Replacing the bearings
b. Lubricating the bearings d. Replacing the brushes
ANS: C
Prior to disconnecting the motor and sending it to the shop or a repair facility for
maintenance, a noise and vibration inspection should be conducted. This requires the
motor to be connected to its driven load, energized and operated normally (if possible).
The existence of mechanical noises or vibrations can indicate a variety of problems,
such as mechanical and/or electrical imbalances, misalignments, brush chattering, bad
bearings, bent shafts, mechanically loose windings (shaken lose by excessive vibrations,
for instance) or simply a loose cooling fan or something stuck inside the vents or shroud.
If the windings are loose, after it is disassembled, check for insulation and lead damage.
Vibrations can also be the root cause for excessive heat and brush sparking.
Noises and vibrations are not limited to mechanical problems or imbalances; electrical
imbalances, such as open or shorted windings or uneven airgaps, can cause noises or
vibrations. The easy way to troubleshoot an electrical from a mechanical imbalance is
to first power up the motor, then disconnect power. If the noise/vibration exists while it is
unpowered, the problem is mechanical; if the noise stops while power is disconnected,
the problem is usually electrical.
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714. To test a 600V cables before direct burial and after installation use a(n):
a. ammeter c. 1000V megger
b. amprobe d. 600V megger
ANS: C
600V/.707=848V peak voltage. Therefore we need a 1000V megger
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715. Sometimes a thermostat goes up by 10 degrees Celsius. What should be adjusted?

a. Integral c. Temperature
b. Deviated d. Heat anticipator
ANS: D
The heat anticipator is an electrical resistor device mounted in the center of many
mechanical thermostats that fine tunes the point at which the thermostat turns off the
furnace burners. It anticipates the flywheel effect of a space heating up and turns off the
burners a short period of time before the space reaches the desired temperature.
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716. There is a feedback on a paging system in a manufacturing plant. What can be

done to stop this problem at this location?
a. Increase the voltage tap of the c. Move the speaker closer to the
transformer microphone
b. Move the microphone away d. Decrease the voltage tap of the
from the speaker transformer
ANS: D
A PA system means a Public Address system. The microphone is not close to the
speakers. This is a typical setup at Cayuga speedway. When connecting an 8 Ohm
amplifier and four 2 Ohm speakers, the amplifier is to be in series with the four 2 Ohm
speakers. Mixing speaker Ohm rating (impedance) will produce a lot of interference and
distortion. Decreasing the voltage tap of the transformer which is built on the speaker,
will reduce the feedback.
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717. What kind of material should be used when cleaning high voltage leads?
a. Soap and water c. Acetone
b. Mineral oil d. Isopropyl alcohol
ANS: D
Solvent cleaners are used on electrical cables to remove contaminants that could
provide a path over the insulation for tracking. Insulation shield residue, semi-
conducting coating, inhibitor contamination, and other grime from handling are
commonly removed.
Frequently, a failed splice is opened to reveal tracking that follows a “fingerprint pattern”
of contaminants left during handling. An effective cleaning solvent removes such
contaminants to eliminate any electrical path. The solvent itself, of course, must
completely evaporate and not leave any residue of its own.
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718. A sensor works in a damp and polluted environment. What kind of sensor we can use?
a. Inductive proximity sensors c. Integral
b. Anti humidity d. Professional
ANS: A
Answer A- Inductive proximity sensors work well in dirty environment where photo sensors do not work.
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719. Fire alarm is signaling in a furnace room. What is the most likely problem?
a. Carbonation in the air c. Plugged detector
b. Plugged sensor d. Faulty detector
ANS: A
A carbon dioxide sensor or CO2 sensor is an instrument for the measurement of carbon
dioxide gas. The most common principles for CO2 sensors are infrared gas sensors
(NDIR) and chemical gas sensors. Measuring carbon dioxide is important in monitoring
indoor air quality.
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720. When new materials are received on a job site, what is to be done with the material
safety data sheet (MSDS)?
a. Read and fold c. Give it to your manager

b. Send it to Csa for evaluation d. folder
ANS: D
MSDS sheet must be centralized in a folder on the job site so everyone has access to it that needs the information.
721. What is the minimum distance that a ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacle
must be from the water’s edge of a permanently installed swimming pool?
a. 1.5 m c. 5 m
b. 3 m d. 7.5 m
ANS: B
GFCI receptacle is 3m away from the pool wall.

GFCI PROTECTED receptacle is 1.5m away from the pool wall.
722. A Cat 5e cable is to be pulled in a raceway in a plenum rated ceiling and to be connected to two
panels. What is the Csa type designation?
a. CMP. c. AC90.
b. LVT. d. SOV.
ANS: A
Csa type designations are the names given to the cables and cords by CsaPlenum rated ceilings need
cables that do not produce poisonous gas. These cables are refered to. as plenum rated cables. Tables
T11, T19, TD1 list the Csa type designations for all cables and cords ever made in electrical and 1)
temperature rating 2) voltage rating and 3) condition of use. This will be listed in T19.
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723. When communication conductors are directly-buried in a trench with other

directly-buried system and the communication cables do not have a metal sheath,
the minimum separation between the communication cables and the other system
must be
a. 300 mm c. 900 mm
b. 600 mm d. 1 m
ANS: A
300mm. Search the index, communication conductors-underground. Rule 60-600
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724. A motor has been running for over an hour and suddenly tripped. Upon
investigation, it was discovered that the overloads had not tripped and power was still
on the control circuit. What is the most likely cause of the problem?
a. Faulty E-Stop c. Faulty starter coil
b. Faulty Overload d. Faulty holding contact
ANS: A
A motor circuit is made up of a power circuit and a control circuit. The starter is a part of the power
circuit. The other 3 options are in the control circuit. It can not be the overload because the question
indicates that it has not tripped. The holding contact is a dry type of contact and most likely is not the
cause. The only option left is the Emergency Stop button (mushroom button) being faulty thereby
changing state from normally closed to normally open and not allowing the power to go through the
control circuit.
StarStart Stt Stop 3 Phase Motop 3 Phase Motor Staror Starter Wiringter Wiring
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725. How can we have twice the speed for a motor that is controlled by a VFD?
a. Increase Hz to 120 in VFD c. Increase Voltage
b. Increase Hz to 60 in VFD d. Increase Resistance
ANS: A
This is an AC motor. The speed is controlled by the frequency and the number of poles.
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726. The hand signal used to instruct the crane operator to lower the boom is_______.
ANS: B
We use the left hand for SLOW. So we extend the right arm with thumb down to lower the boom.
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727. Where should the holding contact be placed in relation to the coil?
a. Series c. Series with the Start button
b. Parallel d. Parallel with the Stop button
ANS: A
A1 and A2 are the connection points for the coil which is in series with the holding
contacts.
728. A 40 HP 575V 3 phase motor used a 50A fuse which is burnt. What is the maximum size of TD fuse
required to start the motor?
a. 70A. c. 90A.
b. 80A. d. 100A
ANS: C
When a motor has a 50A fuse that blew, we always assume that the person that installed the fuse used
T44 then T29 then T13 to calculate the size of the fuse. Since the fuse blew, we need to go to the index
and search Overcurrent protection then motor branch circuits. Rule 28-200 which indicates that for Time
Delay (TD) fuses, we multiply the current from T44 which is (42A X 2.25)=94.5A. Using T13, we read across
the 91-100 row and go one size down to 90A.
729. How far should transformers be located away from the inside of an in ground swimming pool?
a. 1m c. 2m
b. 1.5m d. 3m
ANS: D
68-062 Transformers and transformer enclosures (see Appendix B)

(1) Transformers shall not be located within 3 m of the inside wall of the pool unless suitably separated from the pool area
by a fence, wall,
730. What should be done when replacing type K thermocouple with type J thermocouple?
a.Parallel a resistance with J thermocouple c. Monitor temperature from input
b. Monitor voltage from input d. Recalibrate thermostat
ANS: B
Thermocouples are the most widely used temperature sensors. They are low cost,
interchangeable, robust and can measure a wide range of temperatures.
Thermocouples basically consist of two dissimilar metals/alloys that when junctioned,

that will generate a small EMF signal if there is a temperature difference between the hot
junction, (measuring junction) and the cold junction or the (reference junction).
The EMF signal will be dependent only on the temperature difference and as such a
thermocouple cannot be tested properly while both junctions are at the same
temperature unless you use a thermocouple indicator.
Although almost any two types of metal can be used to make a thermocouple, a
number of standard types are used because they possess predictable output voltages
and large temperature gradients.
It is essential for the wiring from the thermocouple (cold junction) to the measuring
instrument be in compensating or extension grade material of the same calibration as
errors.
The law of intermediate metals states that a third metal, inserted between the two
dissimilar metals of a thermocouple junction will have no effect provided that the two
junctions are at the same temperature. This law is also important in the construction of
thermocouple junctions. It is acceptable to make a thermocouple junction by soldering
the two metals together as the solder will not affect the reading. In practice,
thermocouple junctions are made by welding the two metals together; this ensures that
the performance is not limited by the melting point of solder.
Thermocouples are available either as bare wire ‘bead’ thermocouples which offer low
cost and fast response times, built into probes or mineral insulated metal sheath (MIMS)
sensors.
A wide variety of probes are available, suitable for different measuring applications
(industrial, scientific, food temperature, medical research etc).
When choosing a thermocouple consideration should be given to both the
thermocouple type, insulation and probe construction. All of these will have an effect on
the measurable temperature range, accuracy and reliability of the readings.
Type K (Chromel / Alumel)
Type K is the ‘general purpose’ thermocouple. It is low cost and, owing to its popularity, it
is available in a wide variety of probes. Thermocouples are available in the -200°C to
+1350°C range. Sensitivity is approx. 41uV/°C. Use type K unless you have a good reason
not to.
Type J (Iron / Constantan)
permanent decalibration.
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731. In a lighting system installation where fluorescent luminaries are used as a

raceway, what type of conductors are used?
a. W75 c. TW
b. RW75 d. TEW
ANS: D
TEW is rated for 105C 600V according to table 11. We need 90 degree wire or better. It is
classified as equipment wire.
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732. A standby generator is in need of repair. What is to be done?

a. Lock utility disconnect and lock generator disconnect
b. Notify utility operation and then lock utility disconnect and lock
c. Lock generator disconnect
d. Lock utility transfer switch prime mover
ANS: B
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733. What size TW conductor is required for a capacitor bank that has 33A?
a. 10 c. 6
b. 8 d. 4
ANS: C
For capacitors, we multiply 33 x 1.35 = 44.55 A. So using table 2, 60 degree column, we
need a number 6.
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734. In a ground fault condition, which breaker trips.

a. A c. C
b. B d. D
ANS: A
Normally, there’s is a control relay monitoring the lines and when there is an unbalanced load, the relay would trip the
main circuit breakers. GTK.
735. What is the lockout procedure for an emergency power generator?

a. c.
Lock out utility disconnect and generator disconnect Lock out generator disconnect and prime mover
b. d.
Lock out utility disconnect and transfer switch Lock out the positive battery terminal
ANS: C
Prime Mover-Driven. A generator approved by the authority
having jurisdiction must have means to automatically start the prime mover when the
normal service fails. We need to lock out generator disconnect and prime mover
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736. What type of sensing device is associated with an automatic transfer switch (ATS) and where?
a. c.
Voltage sensing device on utility Current sensing device on utility
side side
b. d.
Voltage sensing device on Current sensing device on
backup side backup side
ANS: C
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737. How to prevent automatic switching on an ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch) during
short power interruptions?
a. Put a timer on voltage sensing device c. Put a timer on the load side
B.Put a timer on current sensing device d. Put a timer on the resistance sensing device
ANS: B
Since we install a current sensing device on the utility side, we install a timer on the
same current sensing device.
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738. Where it is intended that conductors are to be drawn into a raceway, a run of
raceway between outlets or draw-in points shall not have more than the equivalent
of ______, including the bends located at an outlet or fitting.
a. 2 x 90 degree bends c. 1 x 60 degree bends plus 2 90s
b. 4 x 90 degree bends d. 1 x 60 degree bends plus 4 90s
ANS: B
Search the index for Raceways, Number of bends. Rule 12-942.
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739. Where should you put a normally closed contact on a PLC rung to increase scan rate?
a. Left side c. Middle
b. Right side d. At the end bottom
ANS: A
PLCs also differ in how rungs are processed. In an A-B PLC-5 rungs are scanned left to
right, top to bottom. Assume a rung of several series contacts and an output: The first
FALSE contact found will make the entire rung FALSE. So, if there are five contacts and the
first is found FALSE the remaining contacts become irrelevant and the processor skips to
the output element. If only one contact is FALSE and it’s the last in the series the same
thing happens at the output but the processor spent some time checking the other four
elements. In order to save some scan time (µs) you can arrange the elements so that
the ones most likely to be FALSE are on the left side of the rung.
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740. Boiler’s burner goes off just after the ignition starts. What’s the cause?
a. Fuel pump faulty c. No air supply
b. Ignition faulty d. Exhaust fan faulty
ANS: A
It can not be igniter faulty because the burner will not ignite. No air supply option is
possible if it is installed in a space where air supply is not enough or the air supply is
blocked by snow or debris. 90% of the time, it would be a flame sensor but it is not an
option. Exhaust fan faulty will definitely will not be a proper option. Out of these options,
fuel pump is faulty.
741. Why should a record be kept in a file after maintenance work has been done?
a. To save time next time c. Just record what to do
b. Because of MSDS d. Guarantee
ANS: A
With constant use, your equipment is prone to wear and tear. Performing routine
inspections allow you to see and repair small damages before they become a big
problem. Documenting these inspections and small repairs help you keep track of all the
maintenance work that your equipment has undertaken, ensuring that each machine is
in tip-top shape before putting them to work.
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742. What additional safety equipment is required when working on a scaffold 10m above ground?
a. Safety belt c. Safety bar
b. Fall arrest d. Coveralls and safety glasses
ANS: B
GTK
743. Before using a multi-tester, what should be done?

A.After selecting Ohms, two leads contact each other c. Check the voltage line to ground
b. Check the line to line voltage d. Check the voltage primary and secondary line
ANS: A
After selecting Ohms, two leads contact each other
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744. At the beginning, the temperature was 7 degrees and still 7 degrees even though
psi was increased. What should be the next step in maintenance?
a. Replace transmitter c. Check temperature
b. Recalibrate transmitter d. Check psi
ANS: B
The next step would be to recalibrate transmitter and if the problem is not fixed then
replace.
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745. A psi gauge has been calibrated three times but the readings are all different. What should be done?
a. Replace c. Adjust psi
b. Recalibrate d. Adjust temperature
ANS: A
After calibration, we replace.
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746. What is the cause of soot?

a. Nozzle c. Igniter
b. Dirty filter d. Combustion
ANS: D
Soot as an airborne contaminant in the environment has many different sources, all of
which are results of some form of pyrolysis. They include soot from coal burning,
internal-combustion engines, power-plant boilers, hog-fuel boilers, ship boilers, central
steam-heat boilers, waste incineration, local field burning, house fires, forest fires,
fireplaces, and furnaces.
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747. A 347 V three gang box has been destroyed. What should it be replaced with?
ANS: B
If a 347 V three gang box has been destroyed, it should be replaced with the same plus dividers.
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748. What is to be done before entering a sump pump pit?

a. Use a ladder c. Install a light
b. Check air quality d. Use a Digital multimeter
ANS: B
Radon and other gases can enter a sump pump pit from many places, including floor
cracks, holes in the walls and floor drains. Use an air quality monitor to check for at least
23% oxygen.
PTS: 1
749. What prevents a scaffold from collapsing?

a. Cross braces c. Toe boards
b. Out riggers d. Hand rails
ANS: B
Stability is the issue. We use outriggers to prevent collapse. We use cross braces to
prevent sway.
PTS: 1
750. Which of these conductors are used for luminaries?

a. RW75 c. TEW
b. TW d. RA75
ANS: C
We need a 90 wire or better. RW75 and RA75 are rated for 75 degrees and do not qualify.
TW is knob and Tube (wiring in old houses) and rated for 60 degrees. Answer is TEW
since it is an equipment wire rated higher than 90 degrees according to table 11.
PTS: 1
751. During a maintenance check in a MCC, a motor panel was found to have one 90 NTD fuse and two
90 TD fuses. To conform with regulations, what is the right course of action to take?
a. Replace the one 90A NTD with a 90 TD fuse. c. Leave it as is
b.Replace the 2 90A TD with 2 90A NTD fuses d. Replace all fuses with 90A TD fuse
ANS: C
If it is not broke, do not fix it.
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752. What is the minimum length of conductor that must be left at each outlet?
a. 100 mm c. 200 mm
b. 150 mm d. 300 mm
ANS: B. Rule 12-3000.
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753. How far does a receptacle have to be from a bath tub or shower?
a. 300 mm c. 1 m
b. 500 mm d. 1.5 m
ANS: C. Rule 26-720 (g)

754. What is the maximum height for a stove receptacle?
a. 100 mm c. 150 mm
b. 130 mm d. 300 mm
ANS: B. Rule 26-744.
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755. How far away from a box can a strap be placed for nonmetallic-sheathed cable?
a. 100 mm c. 200 mm
b. 150 mm d. 300 mm
ANS: D. Rule 12-510
PTS: 1
756. How far from a recessed light should a junction box be located?
a. 300 mm c. 450 mm
b. 350 mm d. 1 m
ANS: A.
Rule 30-910 (4) (b)
757. How close to a Jacuzzi can you locate a GFCI?

a. 500 mm c. 1.5 m
b. 1 m d. 3 m
ANS: C. Rule 68-404 (1) (2)
PTS: 1
758. What is the minimum height for a fixed lamp before guards are required?
a. 1 m c. 2.5 m
b. 2.1 m d. 3 m
ANS: B. Rule 30-314 (1)
759. What is the maximum voltage drop permitted on a branch circuit?
a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 5
ANS: C. Rule 8-102 (1)
760. What is the minimum number of split receptacles that has to be installed in an average home?
a. 2 c. 4
b. 3 d. 5
ANS: A . Rule 26-724 (d) (iii).
761. What is the symbol of a surge suppressor?

a. A c. C
b. B d. D
ANS: D
GTK
762. Three five-ohm resistors are connected in a triangle. What is the resistance across any two junctions?
a. 10 Ohms. c. 5 Ohms.
b. 7.5 Ohms. d. 3.3 Ohms. R1=5 ohms R2=5 ohms
ANS: D
=1 / ((1/(R1+R2)) + 1/R3)
=1/(1/10 + 1/5)
=1/(0.1+0.2)
=1/0.3 R3=5 ohms
=3.33
3.33 ohms
763. What is the value of R1?

a. 10 Ohms. c. 40 Ohms.
b. 100 Ohms. d. 50 Ohms.
ANS: A
The 100 V source forms a series circuit with the zener diode and R1. In a series circuit, the current is the same and the
voltage divides. 100 V minus 40 V will yield 60 V at R1.
To find R1, we will use Ohms law. R1 equals V1 divided by I1. R1 equals 60 V divided by 6 A.
Therefore R1 equals 10 ohms.
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764. Zeners are used to:

a. Protect against under voltage. c. Protect against over voltage.
b. Provide signal amplification. d. Rectify AC to DC.
ANS: C Gtk.
765. The value of R1 is:

a. 10 c. 12
b. 6 d. 24
ANS: B
The 5 ohm resistor on top has a 2A of current flowing through it and it is in series with the 7 ohm resistor which means
the 7 ohm resistor has the same current.
Next we find the voltage across the 7 ohm resistor of 14 V by multiplying the 7 ohms by 2 A. The voltage
across the top 2 resistors is 24V (10 V plus 14 V). Since the top two resistors are in parallel with the bottom 2 row of
resistors, they would have the same voltage source of 24 V.
The 2 ohm resistor at the bottom has 6 V dropped on it (3 A x 2 ohms).
To find the voltage across R1, we subtract 24 V from 6 V which yields 18 V.
We know that R1 has 18 V and 3A across it, then by dividing 18 V by 3A, the value of R1 would be 6 ohms.
767. What will be the output DC voltage for a half-wave rectifier shown in the diagram?
a. 30 V c. 90 V
b. 45 V d. 100 V
ANS: B
Half wave rectifiers always produce 45 percent of the input voltage. Therefore, 100 V x .45 equals 45 V.
PTS: 1
768. When IN 00/01 becomes true, what will be true for the following?
a. R is false and S is false. c. R is true and S is false.
b. R is true and S is true. d. R is false and S is false.
ANS: C
IN 00/01 is the input on the top row and if it becomes true then R is true. The bottom row will toggle to open making S
false.
PTS: 1
769. A tapped-primary fixed-secondary transformer’s output voltage is low. This fault can be corrected by:
a. Changing the primary to a higher voltage tap.
b. Changing the primary to lower voltage tap.
c. Reducing the secondary load.
d. Raising the line voltage.
ANS: A
By lowering the physical tap, we are adding many turns which increases the voltage.
770. How far away from the edge of a wooden stud should nonmetallic-sheathed cable
feeding a distribution panel be kept?
a. 13 mm. c. 32 mm.
b. 25 mm. d. 50 mm.
ANS: C
771. What is considered an input on a PLC?

a. Limit switch. c. Led.
b. Solenoid. d. Pilot light.
ANS: A
A limit switch is considered an input. The rest are outputs.
772. The minimum size AWG single conductor aluminum sheath or mineral insulated cable that may be used for
services is:
a. 3 c. 8
b. 4 d. 6
ANS: A
Search the index for Cable, Aluminum sheath. 6-304 (1) (b). The rule mentions larger than No. 4 which is 3 awg.
773. What is the maximum overcurrent protection on a 13.7Kv high voltage potential transformer?
a. 1A c. 5A
b. 3A d. 10A
ANS: B
1) Except under the conditions of Subrules 2) and 3), instrument voltage transformers shall have primary fuses rated not
more than
a) 10A for low-voltage circuits; and
b) 3A for high-voltage circuits.
774. Connecting a 200 A lighting panel to a 600 A splitter requires:

a. A conduit nipple and conductors with 600 A rating.
b. Conductors that are less than 25 feet long.
c. Over current protection on supply side of panel.
d. Conductors not less than 1/4 the rating of the feeders.
ANS: C Gtk.
775. What is the maximum number of conductors allowed in a conduit between distribution panel and a terminal
panel?
a. 50 c. 150
b. 100 d. 200
ANS: D
Using table 6A, we can see the maximum number of conductors allowed in a conduit is 100.
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776. The minimum size of conductor that may be used to ground a 200 A AC service is:
a. 8 c. 1
b. 6 d. 2
ANS: B
Last rule in section 10. Up to 750 V or 800 A, we use number 6 for grounding.
PTS: 1
777. A 600 V underground NMWU cable is requested to be installed between the main building distribution panel
and a smaller load centre in an out-building on site. When there is no mechanical protection and the cables are
traveling through a brown rocky field, what is the minimum cover depth the cables have to be?
a. 750 mm. c. 600 mm.
b. 900 mm. d. 1200 mm.
ANS: C
Using table 53, we read across the first row to non-vehicular areas, low voltage.
PTS: 1
778. To prevent overheating of single conductor cables of over 200 A that enter metal
boxes through separate openings:
a. Use double locknuts. c. Use insuliners.
b. Space the cables far apart. d. Use a non-ferrous plate.
ANS: D
Non-ferrous means aluminum.
779. Rock bottom is exposed when preparing a trench for direct burial of underground
service conductors. Assuming that there will be no vehicular traffic in the area, what
is the minimum permissible depth that conductors can be installed under these
conditions?
a. 1 m. c. 600 mm.
b. 450 mm. d. 300 mm.
ANS: B
Using table 53, second row first column, the minimum depth would be 450 mm.
PTS: 1
780. The minimum size of TW75 copper conductor and conduit for a three-phase, three-
wire, 600 V, 200 A feeder is:
a. 00 cable and a 53 mm conduit. c. 000 cable and a 53 mm conduit.
b. 000 cable and a 63 mm conduit. d. 0000 cable and a 53 mm conduit.
ANS: C
T2 For a 200 A three phase service, we use a 000 cable.
Table 6J, (603.19 mm2)
Table 9G we need a 53 mm conduit.
781. The main purpose of grounding the secondary of a 120/208 distribution transformer is to:
a. Prevent unbalanced current. c. Limit the phase to ground voltage of the system.
d. Short out the stray current and limit b. Limit short circuit current. radio interference.
ANS: C
This is one of the 5 reasons for grounding.
10-116 Installation of grounding conductors (see Appendix B)
1) The grounding conductor shall be electrically continuous throughout its length.
2) Where necessary, devices to control the effects of stray earth current shall be permitted to be
connected in series with the grounding conductor.
3) A grounding conductor shall be protected from damage
a) mechanically; or
b) by location.
4) Raceways or sleeves constructed of magnetic materials used to enclose grounding conductors shall
be connected to the grounding conductor at both ends.
5) A grounding conductor installed in the same raceway with service conductors shall be insulated,
except that an uninsulated grounding conductor shall be permitted where the length of the
raceway
a) does not exceed 15 m between pull points; and
b) does not contain more than the equivalent of two 90° bends between pull points
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782. If a 130 V rated incandescent lamp is used on a 110 V supply, which of the following would increase
a. Lamp efficiency. c. Lamp life cycle.
b. Lamp heat. d. Light intensity.
ANS: C Gtk.
783. On a 600 V, three-phase, four wire (wye) star connected system, the approximate normal voltage to ground
would be:
a. o c. 347
b. 220 d. 600
ANS: C
=600/√3=346.31
Line to line is 600 V. Neutral to phase is 347 V.
784. A hydrometer reading taken from a lead acid battery indicates a specific gravity of
1.150. What is the condition of the battery?
a. Fully charged. c. 80 % charged.
b. Half charged. d. Fully drained.
ANS: D
A specific gravity of 1.150 is always taken to indicate that a battery is discharged, and a
specific gravity of 1.280 that a battery is charged.
These two values of specific gravity
indicate a discharged and charged condition of the battery ONLY WHEN THE PROPORTION
OF ACID IN THE ELECTROLYTE IS CORRECT.
785. When troubleshooting this circuit, what can we assume regarding the diode if the voltmeter reads 100 V?
a. Diode is good. c. Diode is shorted.
b. Diode is open. d. Diode is reverse biased.
ANS: C
If the diode is good, there would be a 0.7 V forward biased voltage.
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786. Which combination of voltmeters confirm fuse A is blown?

a. V1 and V2. c. V3 and V4.
b. V2 and V3. d. V2 and V4.
ANS: D
If fuse A is blown, V1 and V3 would measure 240 V.

V2 and V4 would measure 0 V. Therefore V2 and V4 would indicate fuse A is blown.
PTS: 1
787. A hydraulic push arm and position indicator are replaced. The arm is extending 150mm more than
at the stop position. What should be done?
a. Set the home position. c. Reprogram.
b. Replace the cylinder. d. Increase the electrical signal.
ANS: A
GTK.
788. What is the starting characteristics of a single phase motor?

a. High resistance low inductance. c. Low resistance and low inductance.
b. Low resistance high inductance d. High resistance and high inductance.
ANS: A
The question is asking about starting and not running characteristics of a single phase motor. High
resistance to reactance (inductance) ratio. Increasing the resistance means that the auxiliary winding
can only be used during starting, otherwise, it would overheat. The start windings are made up of few
turns, thin wire which will produce high resistance, low current and that is a desirable starting
characteristics.
PTS: 1
789. When troubleshooting a synchronous motor, you can correct a lagging power factor by:
a. Adding a capacitor. c. Removing some load.

b. Under exciting the field. d. Over exciting the field.
ANS: D
Review three phase motors in your full membership.
PTS: 1
790. In a residence with a properly grounded and fused interior wiring system,
accidental contact between an ungrounded branch circuit conductor and its metal
enclosure will cause the:
a. Circuit fuse to blow. c. Main fuse to blow
b. Neutral fuse to blow. d. Neutral wire to become energized.
ANS: A
We always fuse the hot conductor (ungrounded).
PTS: 1
791. When troubleshooting an alternator, it does not build voltage. A possible cause is:
a. Rheostat shorted. c. Open field winding.
b. Exciter drained. d. Shorted diode.
ANS: D
Gtk.
PTS: 1
792. When troubleshooting a generator, we flash the field to:
a. Check the diode bridge. c. Establish field polarity.

b. Establish ground potential. d. Defeat residual magnetism.
ANS: C
Gtk.
PTS: 1
793. Identify the symbol.

a. Compressed gases. c. Combustible materials.
b. Flammable effects. d.Materials causing other toxic
ANS: A GTK from WHMIS training.

794. There are three ammeters of a three-phase circuit, two read 200 A, the other 70 A. This indicates:
a. A faulty ammeter. c. A ground fault.

b. An unbalanced system. d. A normal system.
ANS: B
Gtk.
PTS: 1
795. If the voltmeter in the diagram had a zero reading, it would indicate that:
a. L1 fuse is blown. c. L3 fuse is blown.
b. L2 fuse is blown. d. The system is grounded.
ANS: B
If we read across phase and both leads are live then we read the line to line voltage
otherwise if one lead is dead, then we read zero.
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796. To disconnect an ammeter from a current transformer, you must:

a. Short the ammeter. c. Short the primary.
b. Short the secondary on the CT. d. Ground the secondary.
ANS: B
Gtk.
PTS: 1
797. Identify the symbol.

a. Compressed gases. c. Materials causing other toxic effects.
b. Flammable and combustible materials. d. Radioactive.
ANS: B
Flammable and combustible materials found on gas trucks.
PTS: 1
798. What is the total impedance Z when trouble shooting a resistor connected to 50 V, 60 Hz source, drawing two
A, and has a coil with an inductance of 0.2 henries and negligible resistance connected in series?
a. 6304.13 c. 75.36
b. 79.4 d. 25
ANS: B
To calculate the total impedance (Z) of the circuit, we need to consider the resistive component and the inductive component. The total
impedance (Z) can be found using the formula:
Z = √(R^2 + XL ^2)
Given:
Voltage (V) = 50 V
Current (I) = 2 A
Frequency (f) = 60 Hz
Inductance (L) = 0.2 H
First, let's calculate the inductive reactance (XL) using the formula:
XL = 2πfL
XL = 2π * 60 * 0.2
XL = 75.398 ohms
To find R, we can use Ohm's Law:
R=V/I
R = 50 V / 2 A
R = 25 ohms
Now we can substitute the values into the equation:
Z = √(R^2 + XL ^2)
Z = √(25^2 + 75.398^2)
Z = √(625 + 5676.819604)
Z = √6301.819604
Z ≈ 79.37 ohms (rounded to two decimal places)
799. What is the maximum distance between straps for armoured cable?
a. 300 mm c. 1.5 m
b. 1 m d. 3 m
ANS: C
Search the index for Cable, Armoured. Rule 12-510. Romex, BX and flex have the same strapping at 1.5 m.
800. How far apart can common support brackets be when used to support two 16 mm., one 38 mm and one 53 mm
PVC rigid conduit?
a. 750 mm c. 1.5 m
b. 1.2 m d. 1.8 m
ANS: A
Search the index for Conduit, Supports. Rule 12-1114 is for PVC rigid conduit. We always strap for the smallest conduit.
801. PIV stands for:
a. Power In Vector c. Peak Inverse Voltage
b. Power In Version d. Polarity In Volume
ANS: C
Gtk.
PTS: 1
802. Special care must be taken when soldering transistors because:

a. They are easily damaged by sunlight. c. They are easily damaged by heat.
B. They are easily damaged when touched. d. All of the above
ANS: C
GTK
803. The function of a binary-to-decimal converter is:
a. To change binary to decimals. c. To change binary to Hex.

b. To change decimals to binary. d. All of the above.
ANS: A PTS: 1
804. A ______ uses an oscillator to generate an alternating current.

a. Signal generator. c. Load voltage drop.
b. Collector current. d. All of the above.
ANS: A PTS: 1

805. What is a voltage divider used for?
a. To lower the power supply to c. To maintain the power supply to
what is needed by the load. what is needed by the load.
c. To multiply the power supply to d. To raise the power supply to
what is needed by the load. what is needed by the load.
ANS: A
A series circuit is considered a voltage divider circuit.
PTS: 1
.
806. Which of the logic gates are known as the basic gates?
a. NAND and NOR c. AND and OR
b. OR and EOR d. None of the above
ANS: C PTS: 1
807. The components of a microcomputer are:
Address control and data

a. Cpu. c.buses.
b. Input/Output. d. All of the above.
ANS: D PTS: 1

808. A transistor is used to control:
a. Current flow in the circuit. c. Decrease resistance.
b. Voltage regulation. d. All of the above.
ANS: A PTS: 1
809. The diode junction is the place where two semiconductors are:
a. Disconnected. c. Welded
b. Joined d. None of the above
ANS: B PTS: 1
810. In an industrial system, the communication signal is being distributed by a power cable because
a. Communication cable runs in parallel to the power cable.
b. Communication cable runs 90 degree to power cable.
c. Harmonics cause problems.
d. Communication cable has a weak insulation.
ANS: A
PTS: 1
811. What is the minimum voltage required to power an average LED?

a. 2 V c. 3 V
b. 1.6 V d. 5 V
ANS: B PTS: 1
812. Which transistor parts are used at the input of a common-base circuit?
a. Emitter and base form the output of the common-base circuit.
b. Emitter and base form the input of the common-base circuit.
c. Emitter and common-base form the input of the common-base circuit.
d. None of the above.
ANS: A PTS: 1
813. An OR-gate operation can be explained as:

a. If either or both inputs are a logic 0 the output will be logic 1.
c. If either or both inputs are a logic 1 the output will be logic 1.
b. If only both inputs are a logic 1 the output will be logic 1.
c. d. If either or both inputs are a logic 1 the output will be logic 0.
ANS: C PTS: 1
814. Convert binary to decimal for 100110.
a. 38 c. 33 + 6
b. 101 d. 38000
ANS: A
We have six digits. Starting from right to left 32 16 8 4 2 1.
The digit 1 activates the corresponding number. We need to add the activated numbers.
In this case what is activated is 2, 4, and 32. Answer 38.
815. An RS flip flop can be made using:

a. Two OR gates. c. Two NOR gates and one AND.
b. Two AND gates. d. Two NAND gates.
ANS: D
816. Serial data speed is expressed as the number of bits transmitted per second or
__baud per second_____. This often referred to as the __baud_____ rate.
a. Modem, hub. c. Async, MR.
b. bps, baud. d.Synchronous per second, data radiant.
ANS: B PTS: 1
817. If both inputs are a logic 1, the output is a logic 1. The output is a logic 0 for all other
pairs of the logic inputs. This statement describes:
a. OR gates. c. AND gates.
b. NOR gates. d. NAND gates.
ANS: C
818. An NPN transistor is made of:

a.P-type semiconductor sandwiched between two pieces of N- type.
b.N-type semiconductor sandwiched between two pieces of P- type.
c. P-type semiconductor sandwiched between two pieces of O- type.
d. None of the above.
ANS: A PTS: 1
819. A reverse-biased diode showing a low resistance on the ohmmeter means:

a. The diode is good. c.The diode will allow current to flow in either direction.
b. The diode is bad. d. The diode is bad and will allow current to flow in either direction.
ANS: D
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820. A lighting switch is to be installed in a Class 1, Division 1 location. The distance

a. 150 mm c. 300 mm
b. 450 mm d. 600 mm
ANS: B
821. The maximum ampacity of the overload devices installed at F with a 1.15 service factor should be:
a. 20 c. 30
b. 25 d. 60
ANS: B
Since the service factor is 1.15, we multiply by 1.25 (an extra 25 percent). So 20 x 1.25 =25 A.
PTS: 1
823. The minimum size of conduit at 15 A motor should be:
a. 16 mm c. 53 mm
b. 27 mm d. 63 mm
ANS: A
T2 -60 degree We will use number 12 wires.
Using T6A, 34.74mm2 area
T9G - 16 mm conduit will carry up to 80.73mm2 area for 3 conductors.
824. Given a power factor is 85% and apparent power is 3200 find the true power.
a. 3200 c. 3300
b. 3764 d. 2720
ANS: D
Power Factor = True Power / Apparent Power

=3200 x 0.85
=2720 watts
825. Rigid metal conduit is being installed in a Class 1, Division 1 location. The minimum number of tapered
threads that must be fully engaged in each threaded joint is:
a. 4 c. 5
b. 4.5 d. 8
ANS: B
Rule 18-102. Tapered threads are 4.5. Straight threads are 5.
PTS: 1
826. Where electrically conducting dust is present, the flexible connection to a

permanently located motor should be made with:
a. Standard flexible conduit. c. Extra hard usage cord.
b. Ventilated flexible cableway. d. Liquid-tight flexible conduit.
ANS: C
Rule J18-122 in Appendix J. Extra hard usage is rated for 600 V. In hazardous locations,
flexible cord prevents explosions.
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827. What size of RW90 wire would be required to feed a motor with a FLA rating of 82 A?
a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4
ANS: B
When sizing motor conductors, always ask. Does it say anywhere in the question Class
A? If it does, use the 90 degree column from table 2 otherwise use the 75 degree column
in table 2.
We will multiply the 82 A by 1.25 which is 102.5 A and use the 75 degree column in table 2. Answer is number 2.
PTS: 1
828. What is the minimum distance recessed lamps should be from combustible material?
a. 12 mm c. 19 mm
b. 13 mm d. 75 mm
ANS: B
PTS: 1
829. What is the colour code for a three-phase AC circuit?

a. Red, Black, Blue. c. Red, Blue, White.
b. Red, Blue, Black. d. Red, Orange, Yellow.
ANS: A PTS: 1
830. Assuming that all conductors are joined in a box at the 20 A motor, the minimum
size of standard box should be (5 wire connectors):
a. 4 x 1-1/2 Octagonal. c. 4-11/16 x 1-1/2 Square.
b. 4 x 1-1/2 Square. d. 4-11/16 x 2-1/8 Square.
ANS: C
When asking about a box size, we add. Therefore, we need 3 conductors coming to the junction box from the feed and 3
more joined to them from the motor, a total of 6 plus 2 more A total of 8. We divide the 6 by 2 because every 2 wire
joints are considered a space of one conductor. So 8 plus 3 is 11 conductors.
(20 x 1.25 equals 25A and using the 60 degree column from table 2, we can see that we can use number 10 wire).
We need a box that will have 11 #10 in it.
Using table 23, 4-11/16 x 1-1/2 Square is a perfect fit.
PTS: 1
831. The maximum size of non-time delay fuse in 20 amperes for the motor-feeder disconnect E should be:
a. 30 c. 70
b. 60 d. 100
ANS: C
Section 28, Appendix B. To calculate the feeder overcurrent, we multiply the largest Fla by
3 and add the rest. So ( 3 x 20 ) plus 15 which is 75A. Using table 13, we 70A since 75A is
not available.
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832. The number of circuits in the conduit at the motor switch is:
a. 2 c. 4
b. 3 d. 6
ANS: B
This is a 3 phase circuit. We need three phases to feed the switch. The splitter is only
used in 3 phase.
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833. In the motor circuit, what size EMT must be between the main breaker and the splitter?
a. 16 mm c. 27 mm
b. 21 mm d. 35 mm
ANS: C
We need to calculate the feeder conductor size first. See Section 28, Appendix B. We take
the largest FLA and multiply it by 1.25 plus the rest. So ((30 x 1.25) plus 22 plus 15)) equal
74.5A. Using table 2, we need a number 6 wire. Using table 6A, we need a 27 mm to carry
3 number 6 wires.
PTS: 1
834. If a 200 A service has two ground rods, and the water system is fed to the house in
plastic pipe, we must bond the water system with a minimum of:
a. 4 c. 8
b. 6 d. None of the above.
ANS: B
Up to 750V/800A, we use #6 awg.
PTS: 1
835. A motor is to be connected with 3/8 in. flexible conduit. What is the maximum length allowable?
a. 1 m c. 2 m
b. 1.5 m d. 3 m
ANS: B
PTS: 1
836. The conductors to be installed between the motor-feeder disconnect E and the
splitter H should have a minimum ampacity of:
a. 35 c. 60
b. 40 d. 100
ANS: B
Using Section 28, Appendix B, the feeder conductor ampacity is calculated by
multiplying the largest FLA by 1.25 plus the rest. So ((20 A x 1.25) plus 15 A)) equal 40 A.
PTS: 1
837. The maximum size of plug fuse to be used for protection of the circuits enclosed in
conduit at the 15 A motor should be:
a. 15 A c. 25 A
b. 20 A d. 30 A
ANS: C (T29 AND T13)
A plug fuse is a time delay fuse. So we multiply 15 A by 1.75 (table 29) which equals 26.25
A. Using table 13, we are in the range of 26 and 30 so we need to down size to 25A.
PTS: 1
838. The following diagram is an example of what kind of motor?
a.2 pole 4 parallel winding c. 4 pole 4 parallel winding
connected delta. connected wye.
b. 4 pole 2 parallel winding d. 4 pole parallel winding

connected delta. connected delta.
ANS: B
Every pole is a winding with 2 parallel winding connected in a delta form.
PTS: 1
839. What is the maximum size of main fuse for these motors?
a. 40 A c. 50 A
b. 45 A d. 60 A
ANS: D
Using Section 28, Appendix B, to calculate the time delay fuse in the main disconnect, we
need to calculate the feeder overcurrent.
So we multiply the largest FLA by 1.75 plus the rest. Therefore from table 44, ((27 x 1.75) plus 17 plus 6.1 A)) which
equals 70.35A. Using
table 13, we stay at 70A but it is not an option. So the next best answer is 60A.
PTS: 1
840. A 150 kVA 600/208 dry transformer has a rated impedance of 3%. What is the maximum primary fusing?
a. 150 A c. 200 A
b. 175 A d. 225 A
ANS: B
The rated impedance have nothing to do with this question.
To calculate the primary fusing, we divide the power by 600 v times root 3. So ((150,000 by 1039 )) which equals 144.
P=VI X 1.732
I=P/(V X 1.732)
P=150KVA = 150000 VA
V=600
=150000 / 1039
= 144
Dry type transformers fusing should be multiplied by 1.25. Therefore, 144 times 1.25 is 180 A.
144 X 1.25 = 180
Using table 13, the 180 A is in the range of 176 and 200. We read across this range and the answer is 175A.

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