5.6B STAAR Released Questions

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What is a circuit?

Back

A circuit is a closed path through which electric current flows.

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What are switches used for in a circuit?

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Switches are used to open or close a circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

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What happens when a switch is open?

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When a switch is open, the circuit is incomplete, and electricity cannot flow.

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What happens when a switch is closed?

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When a switch is closed, the circuit is complete, and electricity can flow.

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What is a lightbulb in a circuit?

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A lightbulb is a device that converts electrical energy into light energy.

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What is an LED?

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An LED (Light Emitting Diode) is a semiconductor device that emits light when current flows through it.

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What does it mean for lights to be 'on' in a circuit?

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Lights are 'on' when electricity is flowing through the circuit and powering the lightbulbs.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a type of circuit where there are multiple paths for electricity to flow.

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a type of circuit where all components are connected in a single path.

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How do you determine which switches can be open in a circuit?

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You can determine which switches can be open by analyzing the circuit's layout and the connections.