Electrical principles and processes 1

When carrying out a continuity test would you expect:

• A very high reading

• No reading at all

• A variable reading

• A very low reading

A fault in an electric circuit can be caused by:

• Low load

• Heavy load

• Over load

• Limited load.

Test probes on a multimeter must have a maximum exposed tip of:

• 1mm

• 2mm

• 3mm

• 4mm

When working on a system that has had a section of pipework removed, which of the following should be used?

• Permanent polarity bonding

• Permanent earth continuity bonding

• Temporary polarity bonding

• Temporary earth continuity bonding.

A radiator fitted near to a shower in a bathroom could require:

• Supplementary bonding

• Main bonding

• Minor bonding

• Additional bonding.

Where is an MCB fitted?

• Consumer unit

• Outside socket

• Extension lead

• Electric shower

The design, installation and testing of electrical systems is covered by:

• BS6700

• BS1212

• BS7671

• BS7176.

What is the British Standard that offers guidance on the design, installation and testing of domestic electrical circuits?

• BS EN 806 Parts 1-5

• BS6700

• BS7671

• BS EN 8558

What approved document covers the requirements for electrical installations?

• Building Regulations Part L

• Building Regulations Part H

• Building Regulations Part J

• Building regulations Part P

A lighting circuit is normally installed by using what cross sectional twin and earth?

• 10.0 mm

• 1.5 mm

• 2.5 mm

• 6.0 mm