ASVAB Electronics Information Practice Test 512445 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.62
Score 0% 72%

Review

1 Use Ohm's Law to calculate the value of resistance in this circuit if voltage is 180 volts and current is 2 amps.
80% Answer Correctly
90 Ω
30 Ω
45 Ω
91 Ω

Solution

Ohm's law specifies the relationship between voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R) in an electrical circuit: V = IR.

Solved for resistance, R = \( \frac{V}{I} \) = \( \frac{180}{2} \) = 90 Ω


2

This circuit component symbol represents a(n):

70% Answer Correctly

diode

resistor

capacitor

fuse


Solution

Fuses are thin wires that melt when the current in a circuit exceeds a preset amount. They help prevent short circuits from damaging circuit components when an unusually large current is applied to the circuit, either through component failure or spikes in applied voltage.


3

What is the frequency of most household electrical systems?

59% Answer Correctly

60MHz

60Hz

110V

110Hz


Solution

Electricity is delivered from power stations to customers as AC because it provides a more efficient way to transport electricity over long distances. Most households use electricity with a frequency of 60Hz.


4

This circuit component symbol represents a(n):

72% Answer Correctly

potentiometer

capacitor

inductor

resistor


Solution

Resistors are used to limit voltage and/or current in a circuit and can have a fixed or variable resistance.  Variable resistors (often called potentiometers or rheostats) are used when dynamic control over the voltage/current in a circuit is needed, for example, in a light dimmer or volume control.


5

What type of current flows in only one direction in a circuit?

82% Answer Correctly

direct

parallel

series

alternating


Solution

Direct current flows in only one direction in a circuit, from the negative terminal of the voltage source to the positive. A common source of direct current (DC) is a battery.