Electrical Materials and Supplies Quiz

What is the purpose of a lamp holder?

• To cover live and open wires

• To join wires together

• To connect to a convenience outlet

• To protect incandescent and compact fluorescent lamps

What is a male plug used for?

• To cover live and open wires

• To join wires together

• To connect to a convenience outlet

• To hold and protect lamps

What is the utility box used for?

• To join wires together

• To protect and cover live and open wires

• To connect and disconnect electric current

• To attach convenience outlets and switches

What is the purpose of a junction box?

• To connect and disconnect electric current

• To protect and cover live and open wires

• To attach convenience outlets and switches

• To join wires together

What is the function of a switch?

• To protect and cover live and open wires

• To join wires together

• To connect and disconnect electric current

• To attach convenience outlets and switches

What is the use of electrical tape?

• To hold and protect lamps

• To connect to a convenience outlet

• To protect and cover live and open wires

• To join wires together

What is a flat cord commonly used for?

• For temporary wiring installation

• To join wires together

• To protect and cover live and open wires

• To connect and disconnect electric current

What is the difference between stranded and solid wire?

• Solid wire is made of multiple strands joined together

• Solid wire is used as a passage of waters for protection and insulation

• Stranded wire is made of single strand of copper or aluminum wire

• Stranded wire is used for temporary wiring installation

What is the purpose of electrical conduits or pipes?

• To protect and cover live and open wires

• To connect and disconnect electric current

• To join wires together

• To serve as a passage of wires for protection and insulation

What is the main function of an electrical wire or conductor?

• To connect and disconnect electric current

• To serve as a passage of wires for protection and insulation

• To protect and cover live and open wires

• To join wires together