ABYC Electrical Exam Questions with 100% Correct Answers

Which tool is most approprite to clean battery connections? A. B. C. D. Correct Answer Baking Soda The minimum amp circuit breaker that should be used to protect 120V water heater circuit with a 1600-watt element would be rated at _________ amps. A. 15 B. 10 C. 20 D. 30 Correct Answer A. 15 When testing for excessive EMF emissions near a conductor or appliance, the tool of choice is a(an): A. Ohmmeter B. DVOM C. Gauss meter D. infrared sensor Correct Answer C. Gauss meter The primary problem with using a series circuit to supply multiple loads is that: A. voltage drop will be excessive B. the capacitance will be excessive C. amperage draw will be multiplied D. the overcurrent protection device may not work Correct Answer A. voltage drop across each load will be excessive The most common electrical circuit problem in a marine application is: A. short circuits B. too much continuity C. unwanted open D. intercircuit short Correct Answer C. unwanted open The primary by-product of excessive electrical resistance is: A. increased amperage B. increased voltage C. reduced ambient temperature D. heat Correct Answer D. heat One horsepower equals ______. A. 1000 watts