Multiple Choice Exam: Terminations and Connections

What is the purpose of doubling over cable ends?

• To increase the length of the cable

• To ensure low contact resistance

• To make the cable look neat

• To prevent electrical shocks

What should be done after making a termination?

• Paint the cable

• Perform a visual inspection

• Cut the cable shorter

• Wrap the cable in tape

What test may be required after securing a termination?

• Voltage test

• Continuity or insulation resistance test

• Temperature test

• Pressure test

What tool is recommended for stripping single-core conductors?

• Automatic wire strippers

• Manual wire strippers

• Scissors

• Knife

What is a potential consequence of using incorrectly set wire strippers?

• The cable will be too long

• The conductor could be damaged

• The insulation will be too thick

• The cable will be too short

What type of cable is commonly used in portable electrical appliances?

• Single-core cable

• Flexible cable

• PVC/PVC flat profile cable

• Fibre optic cable

Which tool can be used to remove the outer sheath of flexible cables?

• Hammer

• Ringing tool

What should be avoided when terminating flexible cables?

• Using a stripping knife

• Loose strands or 'cat’s whiskers' outside the connection

• Using a ringing tool

• Bending the cable

Where is PVC/PVC flat profile cable mainly used?

• Industrial plants

• Domestic dwellings

• Underwater installations

• Aircraft wiring

How much of the outer sheath should remain within the accessory when terminating PVC/PVC flat profile cable?

• 5–10mm

• 10–15mm

• 15–20mm

• 20–25mm