Quiz on Safety and Testing of Electronic Components

What should you do before attaching power to a circuit?

• Use any tools available

• Check the circuit is off

• Ignore the circuit

• Attach power immediately

What is a good practice when handling electronic components?

• Wear metallic jewelry

• Use bare hands for hot parts

• Keep your work area clean and dry

• Work in a poorly ventilated area

What does it mean if the tester pointer does not deflect when testing a resistor?

• The resistor is open

• The resistor is good

• The resistor is leaky

• The resistor is shorted

What should you do if a capacitor is shorted?

• Test it again

• Use it as is

• Replace it immediately

• Ignore it

Which of the following is a sign of a leaky diode?

• Resistance reading is zero

• Resistance reading does not deflect

• Resistance reading deflects but does not return

• Resistance reading deflects and returns

What is the first step in testing electronic components?

• Inspect the physical appearance

• Prepare an inventory sheet

• Test all components

• Segregate the components

What should you do if the cable is damaged?

• Repair it with insulating tape

• Change it

• Ignore it

• Use it as is

What is a good practice when working with high voltage?

• Alter interlocks

• Use both hands when connecting

• Use an isolation transformer

• Work with high voltage on

What should you do if the tester pointer deflects and then returns to its initial position when testing a capacitor?

• The capacitor is shorted

• The capacitor is good

• The capacitor is leaky

• The capacitor is open

What is the purpose of using personal protective equipment?

• To look professional

• To ensure safety while working

• To avoid using tools

• To impress others