Single-Pole Switch Quiz

What is the function of a single-pole switch in a circuit?

• It controls the flow of power in a circuit.

• It increases the voltage in a circuit.

• It decreases the current in a circuit.

• It changes the frequency of the circuit.

How many screw terminals does a single-pole switch have?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What color is the wire that is always connected to one side of the switch?

• Red

• Green

• Black

• Blue

What should be done to the white wire at the end of a circuit?

• Wrap it with red tape

• Wrap it with black tape

• Wrap it with green tape

• Wrap it with blue tape

What is the purpose of the grounding wire in a single-pole switch?

• To increase power

• To provide a path to ground

• To decrease voltage

• To change frequency

What is the first step in wiring a middle-of-run single-pole switch?

• Connect the black wires

• Join the white wires with a wire connector

• Attach the switch to the box

• Connect the grounding wire

What tool is NOT listed as necessary for wiring a single-pole switch?

• Insulated screwdriver

• Long-nose pliers

• Hammer

• Cable ripper

What happens when the internal switch of a single-pole switch is closed?

• The circuit is open

• The circuit is complete

• The power is off

• The voltage decreases

What is attached to the ground screw on the switch?

• Black wire

• White wire

• Grounding pigtail

• Red wire

What is the role of the black wires in a single-pole switch?

• They are used for grounding

• They connect to the two screw terminals on the switch

• They are used for decoration

• They are not used in single-pole switches