by hoconner
Electrical safety is paramount in both residential and industrial settings. Understanding the mechanisms that protect electrical systems can prevent hazards and ensure smooth operation. This quiz will challenge your knowledge on various electrical protection devices and principles. Good luck!
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Electrical Protection Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary function of a circuit breaker?
To amplify electrical signals
To interrupt current flow in case of overload
To store electrical energy
To convert AC to DC
2. Which of the following is a type of fuse?
Thermal fuse
Magnetic fuse
Optical fuse
Chemical fuse
3. What does GFCI stand for?
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
General Fuse Circuit Integrator
Grounded Fuse Circuit Interrupter
General Fault Circuit Integrator
4. Which device is used to protect electrical equipment from voltage spikes?
Surge protector
Circuit breaker
GFCI
Thermal fuse
5. What is the purpose of grounding in electrical systems?
To increase voltage
To provide a path for electrical current to the earth
To reduce electrical noise
To store electrical energy
6. Which component is used to limit the current in an electrical circuit?
Resistor
Capacitor
Inductor
Transformer
7. What is the main difference between a fuse and a circuit breaker?
Fuses can be reset, circuit breakers cannot
Fuses are reusable, circuit breakers are not
Circuit breakers can be reset, fuses cannot
Circuit breakers are single-use, fuses are not
8. Which of the following is NOT a type of circuit breaker?
Thermal-magnetic circuit breaker
Hydraulic-magnetic circuit breaker
Solid-state circuit breaker
Chemical circuit breaker
9. What does an RCD (Residual Current Device) protect against?
Overvoltage
Undervoltage
Earth faults
Overcurrent
10. What is the function of an isolation transformer?
To step up voltage
To step down voltage
To isolate circuits for safety
To convert AC to DC
11. Which standard is commonly used for electrical wiring in residential buildings?
IEEE 802.3
NEC (National Electrical Code)
ISO 9001
IEC 60950
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