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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE II

Final Examination

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
 Any form of cheating means a failing grade in this examination.
 Read and follow the directions carefully.
 Do not write or put markings in the test questionnaire.
 Write your answers neatly in your answer sheet. NO ERASURES.

I. On ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND TOOLS

IDENTIFY each of the following tools/materials.

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II. On ELECTRICAL LIGHTING SYSTEMS, AUXILIARY OUTLETS AND LIGHTING FIXTURES

Read the following statements carefully. CHOOSE the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer
in CAPITAL LETTER.

8. This is usually bare solid or stranded conductor used for overhead transmission lines and ground
wires.
A. Copper or aluminum conductor
B. Non-metallic sheathed cable (type NM)
C. Thermoplastic covered fixture wire (type TF)
D. Copper or aluminum PE insulated line wire

9. This is a flame retardant, moisture resistant wire used for building wiring installation in dry or wet
locations.
A. Thermoplastic Portable cords (types SJT & ST)
B. Thermoplastic wire (type TW)
C. Control cable (braided type)
D. Flat Cord (type SPT)

10. A wire commonly used for wiring motorized engines and appliances with high temperature, and
for switch board wiring.
A. Temperature wire (type HI)
B. Control cable (braided type)
C. Asbestos covered nickel cord (Rockbestos)
D. Steel tape armored power cable with ground wire (Copper)

11. This is a multi-conductor cable generally used for interior wiring installations in dry and wet
locations.
A. Power cable
B. Nonmetallic sheathed cable (type NMC)
C. Royal cable
D. Submersible pump cable

12. What is the equivalent diameter size of number 10 AWG wire in millimeter (mm)?
A. 2.05mm C. 3.26mm
B. 2.59mm D. 3.11mm

13. What is the equivalent diameter size of number 8 AWG wire in millimeter (mm)?
A. 2.05mm C. 3.26mm
B. 2.59mm D. 3.11mm

14. It is a type of flexible armored cable that has rubber insulation and a lead sheath between the
conductor and the armor.
A. type AC C. type ACV
B. type ACT D. type ACL

15. The appropriate tool used in cutting flexible armored cable.

A. Pliers C. Hacksaw
B. Backsaw D. Knife

16. What do you call a plastic or metal material that is used for mounting of convenient outlets and
switches on walls?
A. Junction Box B. Frames
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C. Utility Box D. Fitting

17. It is used for branching conductors and enclosing splices.

A. Utility Box C. Junction Box
B. Fastening Device D. Adhesive

18. What is the safety device which automatically cuts off current that exceeds the circuit rating?
A. Circuit C. Conduit
B. Circuit Breaker D. Galvanic Reaction

19. It is a conduit fitting used to make a 90 degree change in direction of the conduit run to a quarter
bend.
A. Coupling C. Nipples
B. Offset D. Elbow

20. It is a process of removing sharp edges or burrs left after cutting the pipe.
A. shaping C. finishing
B. reaming D. smoothing

21. How many degrees in the direction of conduit run does a quarter angle bend provides?
A. 45 degrees C. 135 degrees
B. 90 degrees D. 180 degrees

22. It is the maximum recommended number of 8.0mm (no.8 AWG) wires a 20mm (3/4 inch) diameter
conduit can accommodate.
A. 6 C. 10
B. 8 D. 12

23. What size of conduit can accommodate at least ten (10) 8.0mm (No.8AWG) wires?
A. 3/8 C. 3/4
B. 1/2 D. 1 ¼

24. It is a type of fitting which is used to change direction.

A. connector C. adaptor
B. coupling D. elbow

25. It is a short length conduit or tubing which is used to extend a conduit system and also used
between conduit and tubing such as boxes or enclosures between two boxes.
A. connector C. nipple
B. coupling D. condulets

III. On THE PREPARATION OF ELECTRICAL POWER AND HYDRAULIC TOOLS

Write only the letter of your choice on your answer sheet.

26. It is a machine used to bore holes on thin metals.

A. portable electric drill C. pneumatic
B. portable grinder D. hammer drill

27. It uses pressurized fluid oil to accomplish a work.

A. motor C. hydraulic
B. electric D. pneumatic
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28. It is a tool used to bend rigid metallic conduits more than 1” in diameter.
A. pneumatic motor C. hydraulic knockout
B. hydraulic pump D. hydraulic pipe bender

29. It is a picture symbol intended to alert you to, and or instruct you on how to avoid a potentially
hazardous condition.
A. motor C. sign
B. warning icon D. symbol

30. It is the preferred size of extension cord for portable grinder.

A. # 5.5mm2 C. # 3.5mm2
B. # 1.0mm2 D. #2.0mm2

31. The purpose of turning the drill on before attempting to drill a hole is to ___________.
A. check if the power cord is good
B. make sure the chuck key has been removed
C. see if the drill bit is running true
D. see if the drill operates

32. What should the operator do to prevent seizing when drilling?

A. Reduce the rpm’s of the portable electric drill.
B. Lubricate the drill bit.
C. Use a high speed drill bit.
D. See if the drill operates.

33. What is the purpose of pilot hole when drilling?

A. To allow the final hole to be drilled at a faster revolution per minute (rpm) to finish smoothly.
B. To reduce the feed pressure needed to drill a hole.
C. To make the final drilling operation and achieve a more accurate place hole.
D. To make a final hole drilling operation easier.

34. What type of drill speed is needed for wood drilling operations?
A. high C. low
B. medium D. low-medium

35. What type of drill speed is needed for most metal drilling operations?
A. low C. medium-high
B. medium-low D. high

36. What kind of pressure should be applied to a drill during a drilling operation?
A. light, even C. moderate, even
B. medium, even D. heavy, even

37. What will likely happen if a large capacity portable drill bit jams during the drilling operation?
A. The hole will become badly distorted.
B. The drill will likely stall out and overheat.
C. The drill will rotate in the opposite direction to the bit causing injury to the user’s wrists.
D. The bit will break.
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38. The purpose of moving the drill and the bit up and down often while drilling deep holes is to ____.
A. reduce overheating in the drill bit
B. help keep the hole centered
C. give the drill operator better drilling leverage
D. ream the hole slightly larger.

39. What personal protective equipment should be worn when operating the portable disc grinder?
A. safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and respirator
B. safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves
C. safety glasses, and hearing protection
D. safety glasses

40. When operating the portable disc grinder, the grinding disk should be positioned so that the sparks
and grit are thrown ________.
A. away from the operator
B. away from the operator and others in the work area
C. up to avoid hitting others
D. down to avoid hitting others

41. Grinding with a portable disc grinder should not be done in an area which ________.
A. is enclosed
B. has windows
C. is clean
D. contains flammables or combustible gases

42. The grinding disc should be replaced when worn out and reduced to ________ of its original
diameter.
A. ¼ C. 5/8
B. ½ D. ¾

43. Hands and arms should be protected by wearing ________ when using the portable disc grinder.
A. long sleeved leather gloves C. long sleeved leather jacket
B. long sleeved shirt D. gloves

44. What may possibly happen when the wire brush attachment is used on the portable disc grinder?
A. The grinder may be thrown out from the user’s grip.
B. The grinder stays steady on the material being brushed.
C. The grinder moves back and forth.
D. The grinder performs well.

45. When the portable disc grinder is laid down, it should be positioned ________.
A. with the disc down
B. on its left side
C. on its right side
D. on the tool rest with the grinding disc facing up
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46. What is the minimum size of the electrical extension cord used with the portable disc grinders?
A. # 2.0mm2 C. # 5.5mm2
B. # 3.5mm2 D. # 8.0mm2

47. Which of the following injuries will be caused by compressed air if used to clean clothes, hands or
body soiled with a flammable cleaning solvent?
A. apron C. burn
B. blood poisoning D. pimples

48. Which of the following solvents should not be used as a cleaning solution for it poses hazards to
health?
A. water
B. carbon tetrachloride
C. kerosene
D. gasoline

49. As a safety precaution, which of the following safety devices should be worn in electrical wiring?
A. face shield C. apron
B. rubber gloves D. face mask

50. Which of the following should we use to keep a flammable cleaning solvent?
A. closed tin container
B. aluminum basin
C. plastic pail
D. fire ball

ABARAGUER/October2017