Chapter 16 - Basic Electronics

Basic Electronics

Quiz

 

1. Which of the following components is used to store electrical energy in an electric field?
   1.   Resistor
   2.   Capacitor
   3.   Inductor
   4.   . Diode
2. • The basic function of a resistor in an electrical circuit is to:
   1.   . Store electrical energy
   2.   . Change the direction of current flow
   3.   Limit or control the flow of current
   4.   . Amplify the signal
3. • Which component allows current to flow in only one direction?
   1.   Capacitor
   2.   Resistor
   3.   Diode
   4.   . Transistor
4. • A device that can amplify electrical signals is called a:
   1.   . Diode
   2.   . Transistor
   3.   . Capacitor
   4.   . Inductor
5. In a simple circuit, what is the function of a fuse?
   1.   To increase the voltage
   2.   To protect the circuit by breaking the connection if the current is too high
   3.   . To store electrical energy
   4.   . To convert AC to DC
6. The symbol for a capacitor in an electrical circuit diagram is
   1.   A straight line
   2.   . Two parallel lines
   3.   . A circle with a cross
   4.   . A zigzag line
7. • Which of the following components is used to resist the flow of current and convert electrical energy into heat?
   1.   . Diode
   2.   . Inductor
   3.   . Resistor
   4.   Capacitor
8. • What is the function of an inductor in a circuit?
   1.   . To store electrical energy in a magnetic field
   2.   . To store electrical energy in an electric field
   3.   . To allow current to flow in only one direction
   4.   . To convert AC to DC
9. • The component used to convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) is called a:
   1.   . Transformer
   2.   . Rectifier
   3.   . Oscillator
   4.   . Amplifier
10. • The electronic component used to stabilize voltage in a circuit is:
    1.   . Transistor
    2.   . Capacitor
    3.   Voltage regulator
    4.   . Diode