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Electrical Systems
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10 Questions

1. In a circuit diagram, this symbol represents a

A cell B light bulb

C ammeter D switch

2. Which light bulb(s) would not light up?

A B, C, D B None

C A, B, C, D D A

3. What is used to measure electric current?

A Voltmeter B pH meter

C Ammeter
4. What type of circuit is this?

A Series B Simple

C Parallel

5. In a series circuit, how is the brightness of a light bulb affected when another bulb
is connected?

A It stays the same B It gets brighter

C It gets dimmer D It goes out

6. Why are household appliances connected in parallel?

It is cheaper. If an appliance is faulty, the other

A B
appliances will keep working.

C It uses less electricity

7. An appliance requires 27 A of current to function properly. What should the rating

of the fuse to be fitted in the appliance?

A 25 A B 50 A

C 27 A D 30 A

8. The power ratings and duration of daily usage of an oven

and air-conditioner is shown. Calculate the total amount
of electrical energy used in kWh by the oven and the air-
conditioner daily.

A 45300 B 755

C 300 D 45000
 9. This is an electrical hazard which can lead to a fire.
Which statement best explains why overloading may
cause a fire?

A The total voltage will increase. B There will be a short circuit.

C The fuse will blow. D The current flowing is too large.

10. An electric hot plate uses 2000 J of energy in 5 s. What is the power?

A 5 B 400

C 10000 D 2000