Master DC Circuits: A Comprehensive Guide for Automotive Electrical Systems

Question 1

Identify the unit of measurement for electrical current:

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Amperes

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Volts

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Ohms

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Watts

Question 2

In an electrical circuit, what is the primary function of a fuse?

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Provide a safe path for excessive current to flow, preventing damage.

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Control the flow of current within the circuit.

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Store electrical energy for later use.

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Convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC).

Question 3

Which of the following is not considered a type of DC circuit?

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Alternating current (AC) circuit

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Series circuit

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Parallel circuit

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Mixed circuit

Question 4

Describe the key difference between a conductor and an insulator:

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Conductors facilitate electron flow, while insulators hinder it.

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Conductors hinder electron flow, while insulators facilitate it.

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Conductors consist of metal, while insulators consist of plastic.

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Conductors have high resistance, while insulators have low resistance.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a voltmeter in electrical circuits?

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Measure electrical voltage

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Measure electrical current

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Measure electrical resistance

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Generate electrical power

Question 6

In an electrical circuit, what is the primary function of a diode?

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Allow current to flow in only one direction

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Store electrical energy

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Convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC)

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Regulate the flow of current

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of a capacitor in an electrical circuit?

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Store electrical energy

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Filter out electrical noise

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Regulate electrical current

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Generate electrical voltage

Question 8

Which of the following is the SI unit of electric current?

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Ampere

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Ohm

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Volt

Question 9

In a series circuit, the combined resistance is:

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Equal to the sum of the resistances of all the resistors

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Less than the resistance of any single resistor

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Greater than the resistance of any single resistor

Question 10

Which material is a good conductor of electricity?

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Copper

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Rubber

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Plastic

Question 11

What is the primary function of a fuse in an electrical circuit?

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To protect the circuit from overcurrent

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To regulate the flow of current

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To store electrical energy

Question 12

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of a DC circuit?

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Current flows in one direction only

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Voltage and current are continuously changing

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Power is transmitted wirelessly

Question 13

Which formula calculates the resistance of a resistor?

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R = V/I

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R = I/V

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R = V^2/I

Question 14

Which tool is used to measure electric current?

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Ammeter

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Voltmeter

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Ohmmeter

Question 15

When calculating the total resistance in a parallel circuit, which formula should you use?

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Total resistance equals (R1 multiplied by R2) divided by (R1 plus R2)

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Total resistance equals the sum of R1 and R2

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Total resistance equals R1 minus R2

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Total resistance equals R1 divided by R2

Question 16

Which of the following statements about DC circuits is NOT true?

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They can be used to power AC motors.

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Current flows in one direction.

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Voltage remains constant.

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Ohm's Law applies to DC circuits.

Question 17

In a series circuit, the overall resistance (RT) is calculated as:

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RT = R1 + R2

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RT = R1 - R2

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RT = R1 / R2

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RT = R2 / R1

Question 18

Which tool is used to measure DC voltage?

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Voltmeter

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Ammeter

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Ohmmeter

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Capacitance meter

Question 19

In a parallel circuit, the total current (IT) is calculated as:

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IT = I1 + I2

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IT = I1 - I2

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IT = I1 * I2

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IT = I2 / I1

Question 20

Which of these is NOT a safety precaution when working with DC circuits?

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Touch bare wires with bare hands.

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Disconnect the circuit before making changes.

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Wear eye protection.

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Use insulated tools.

Question 21

What is the primary function of a fuse in a DC circuit?

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To protect against excessive current.

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To control voltage.

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To measure current.

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To store electrical charge.

Question 22

Identify the SI unit of electrical resistance.

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Ohm

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Ampere

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Volt

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Watt

Question 23

Which equation represents Ohm's Law?

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V = IR

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I = VR

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V = R

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I = R

Question 24

During troubleshooting of DC circuits, which approach is generally NOT recommended?

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Trial-and-error methods

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Visual inspection

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Voltage measurement

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Resistance measurement

Question 25

In a DC circuit, the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance is expressed by:

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V = IR

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I = VR

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R = VI

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V/I = R

Question 26

In a series circuit, the total resistance is:

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Equal to the sum of the individual resistances

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Less than the highest individual resistance

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Greater than the lowest individual resistance

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Equal to the average of the individual resistances

Question 27

The primary function of a fuse in a DC circuit is:

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Protection from overcurrent

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Voltage regulation

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Overload protection

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Energy storage

Question 28

Which measuring device is used to determine voltage in a DC circuit?

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Voltmeter

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Ammeter

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Ohmmeter

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Capacitance meter

Question 29

The common voltage level found in automotive DC electrical systems is:

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12 volts

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6 volts

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24 volts

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36 volts

Question 30

Identify the type of circuit that does NOT exist in DC circuits.

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Alternating Current (AC)

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Parallel

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Series

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Mixed

Question 31

In a parallel DC circuit, how does the current flowing through each branch compare to the total current?

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Equal to the total current

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Less than the total current

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Greater than the total current

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Dependent on the resistance of the branch

Question 32

What is the primary function of a voltmeter in electrical circuits?

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Measuring voltage

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Measuring current

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Measuring resistance

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Measuring power

Question 33

When troubleshooting a DC circuit, which step should typically be performed first?

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Checking the continuity

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Checking the voltage

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Checking the resistance

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Replacing the parts

Question 34

What is the main purpose of a fuse in a DC circuit?

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Protecting the circuit from excessive current

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Increasing current flow

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Decreasing current flow

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Regulating voltage

Question 35

Which of the following best describes the function of a battery?

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Converting chemical energy into electrical energy

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Converting electrical energy into chemical energy

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Storing electrical energy

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Generating electrical energy

Question 36

When measuring voltage in a DC circuit, which voltmeter terminal should be connected to the positive battery terminal?

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The positive terminal.

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The negative terminal.

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It doesn't matter.

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Both terminals should be connected to the positive terminal.

Question 37

Which fundamental parameter in a DC circuit represents the driving force that propels electrons through the circuit?

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Voltage

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Current

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Resistance

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Power

Question 38

In a DC circuit, which component primarily impedes the flow of current?

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Resistor

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Battery

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Switch

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Capacitor

Question 39

Express the mathematical relationship between voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R) in a DC circuit.

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V = I * R

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I = V * R

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R = V + I

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I = R / V

Question 40

For measuring current in a DC circuit, which type of meter is appropriate?

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Ammeter

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Voltmeter

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Ohmmeter

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Multimeter

Question 41

In a DC circuit, what is the primary function of a fuse?

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Providing a path for excess current

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Protecting the circuit from excessive voltage

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Regulating the flow of current

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Storing electrical energy

Question 42

Which circuit configuration features only one current path?

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Series circuit

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Parallel circuit

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Combination circuit

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Open circuit

Question 43

In a DC circuit, what is the effect of connecting resistors in series?

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Total resistance increases

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Total resistance decreases

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Total voltage increases

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Total current decreases

Question 44

Which troubleshooting technique involves isolating circuit components to identify the faulty one?

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Isolation testing

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Voltage drop testing

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Continuity testing

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Resistance testing

Question 45

In a DC circuit, what is the primary function of a diode?

Accepted Answer

Allowing current to flow in only one direction

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Regulating voltage

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Storing electrical energy

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Measuring current

Question 46

The SI unit of electric current is:

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Ampere

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Volt

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Ohm

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Coulomb

Question 47

In a DC circuit, the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance is described by:

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Ohm's Law

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Faraday's Law

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Kirchhoff's Voltage Law

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Kirchhoff's Current Law

Question 48

Which type of resistor can have its resistance adjusted?

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Variable Resistor

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Carbon Resistor

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Ceramic Resistor

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Metal Film Resistor

Question 49

The primary function of a capacitor in a DC circuit is to:

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Store electrical energy

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Provide electrical isolation

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Control the flow of current

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Amplify electrical signals

Question 50

The main purpose of a fuse in a DC circuit is to:

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Protect against excessive current

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Amplify electrical signals

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Control voltage levels

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Store electrical energy

Question 51

In a DC circuit with constant resistance, what happens to current when voltage is increased?

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Increased current

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No change in current

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Decreased current

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Voltage does not affect current