ASVAB Electronics Information Practice Test 198031 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 How would you connect 6 [6V 10A] batteries to achieve a combined power output of 18V 30A?
67% Answer Correctly
series
perpendicular
orthogonal
series-parallel

Solution

Connecting the 6 batteries in series multiplies their voltage while keeping their current the same yielding a 36V 10A configuration. Connecting the 6 batteries in parallel multiplies their current while keeping their voltage the same yieleding a 6V 60A configuration. Using a series-parallel connection, 3 batteries can be connected in series and 3 can be connected in parallel resulting in a 18V 30A configuration.


2

Which of the following will increase the magnetic field produced by the electric current in a wire?

68% Answer Correctly

construct the wire from conductive material

wind the wire into a coil

wrap the wire around a ceramic core

construct the wire from insulative material


Solution

A moving electric current produces a magnetic field proportional to the amount of current flow. This magnetic field can be made stronger by winding the wire into a coil and further enhanced if done around an iron containing (ferrous) core.


3

Which of the following is not a purpose of a resistor in an electrical circuit?

70% Answer Correctly

multiply the current in the circuit

limit the current in the circuit

control the voltage in the circuit

moderate the heat in the circuit


Solution

Resistors can be chosen in a wide variety of values to control the voltage in a circuit, limit the current, or moderate the heat produced by the components in the circuit.


4

A transistor to an electronic circuit is like a _______________ to a house?

68% Answer Correctly

no trespassing sign

gate

driveway

safe


Solution

A transistor works by allowing a small amount of current applied at the base to control general current flow from collector to emitter through the transistor. A transistor acts as a gate or switch for electronic signals.


5

This circuit component symbol represents a(n):

67% Answer Correctly

inductor

transformer

diode

transistor


Solution

The transistor is the foundation of modern electronic devices. It is made entirely from semiconductor material (making it a solid state device) and can serve many different functions in a circuit including acting as a switch, amplifier, or current regulator. A transistor works by allowing a small amount of current applied at the base to control general current flow from collector to emitter through the transistor.