A) Tell someone you're working on it. B) Gather your tools. C) Wear rubber gloves. D) Turn off the power at the breaker box.
A) Multimeter. B) Non-contact voltage tester. C) Pliers. D) Screwdriver.
A) Latex gloves. B) Rubber insulated gloves rated for the voltage. C) Leather gloves. D) Gardening gloves.
A) Wrap it with aluminum foil. B) Replace the entire wire or section. C) Ignore it if it's small. D) Tape it up tightly.
A) To make the electricity stronger. B) To provide a safe path for electricity in case of a fault. C) To save energy. D) To prevent lights from flickering.
A) Black. B) White. C) Green or bare copper. D) Red.
A) Ground Frequency Conductivity Indicator. B) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. C) General Fuse Current Indicator. D) General Failure Current Indicator.
A) Bedrooms, living rooms, hallways. B) Attics and basements only. C) Bathrooms, kitchens, outdoors. D) Garages only.
A) It increases the voltage. B) It trips and cuts off the power. C) It makes a buzzing sound. D) It starts to glow red.
A) Pliers. B) Wire strippers. C) Screwdriver. D) Knife.
A) Allen wrench. B) Phillips and flathead. C) Robertson. D) Torx.
A) To measure the voltage in a wire. B) To insulate a single wire. C) To connect two or more wires together. D) To attach a wire to a screw terminal.
A) Just barely touching. B) Snug but not overtightened. C) As tight as possible. D) Very loose.
A) The type of insulation on the wire. B) The color of the wire. C) The amount of current the circuit will carry. D) The length of the wire.
A) New England Contractors. B) National Energy Council. C) North American Electric Company. D) National Electrical Code.
A) Ignore the problem. B) Consult a qualified electrician. C) Ask a friend who is not an electrician. D) Try to figure it out yourself.
A) To hold wires together temporarily. B) To insulate and protect electrical connections. C) To add color to wires. D) To mark the polarity of wires.
A) Seek immediate medical attention. B) Ignore it if it's mild. C) Lie down and rest. D) Drink a glass of water.
A) A surge protector. B) A type of light bulb. C) A safety switch. D) A dangerous release of energy caused by an electrical fault.
A) Use insulated tools. B) Wear safety glasses. C) Double-check your work. D) Work in wet conditions.
A) To dim lights. B) To store electricity. C) To protect circuits from overcurrent. D) To increase voltage.
A) To make wires glow. B) To amplify electrical signals. C) To protect and route electrical wiring. D) To reduce electrical resistance.
A) Regularly inspect wiring and appliances. B) Use extension cords as permanent wiring. C) Ignore flickering lights. D) Overload circuits with too many devices.
A) Class B extinguisher. B) Water extinguisher. C) Class A extinguisher. D) Class C or ABC fire extinguisher.
A) Black or red. B) White. C) Green. D) Gray.
A) Red. B) Green. C) White. D) Black.
A) A safety device. B) A type of wire insulation. C) A wire stripping tool. D) A short wire used to connect multiple wires to a single terminal.
A) Depends on the circuit's amperage and the devices' wattage. B) Unlimited. C) Ten. D) Always five.
A) Consistent power supply. B) Burning smell. C) Flickering lights. D) Warm outlets or switches.
A) Match the amperage rating and wiring configuration. B) The brand of the outlet. C) The color of the outlet. D) Any outlet will do. |