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1. In an oscillating LC circuit, the total stored energy is U and the

maximum charge on the capacitor is Q. When the charge on the
capacitor is Q/2, the energy stored in the inductor is:
(EE - Sept. 2023)

A. U/2
B. U/4
C. (4/3)U
D. 3U/4

2. The simplest form of electronic communication is one-way

communication, where information is transmitted in one direction
and not back, also referred to as __________.
A. Amplifier
B. Duplex
C. Multiplex
D. Simplex

3. One - way communications is called (EE - Sept. 2023)

A. Half Duplex
B. Full Duplex
C. Monocomm
D. Simplex

4. This form of electronic communication allows for simultaneous two-

way communication, or both parties can talk at the same time.
A. Full duplex
B. Multiplex
C. Samuel Morse
D. Diplex

5. Simultaneoues two-way communications is called

A. Half Duplex
B. Full Duplex
C. Monocomm
D. Simplex

6. The process of transmitting two or more information signals

simultaneously over the same channel is called (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Multiplexing
B. Telemetry
C. Detection
D. Modulation

7. The process of modifying a high frequency carrier with the

information to be transmitted is called
A. Multiplexing
B. Telemetry
C. Detection
D. Modulation

8. The original electrical information signal to be transmitted is

called
A. Modulating Signal
B. Carrier
C. Baseband Signal
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D. Source Signal

9. Transmission of graphical information over the telephone network is

accomplished by
A. Television
B. CATV
C. Videotext
D. Facsimile

10. Measuring physical conditions at some remote location and

transmitting this da ta for analysis is the process of
A. Telemetry
B. Instrumentation
C. Modulation
D. Multiplexing

11. Recovering information from a carrier is known as

A. Demultiplexing
B. Modulation
C. Detection
D. Carrier Recovery

12. Continuous voice or video signals are referred to as being

A. Baseband
B. Analog
C. Digital
D. Continuous waves

13. Receiving electromagnetic emissions from stars is called

A. Astrology
B. optical astronomy
C. radio astronomy
D. space surveillance

14. A personal communications hobby for individual is

A. Ham radio
B. electronic bulletin board
C. CB radio
D. cellular radio

15. Radar is based upon

A. Microwaves
B. a water medium
C. the directional nature of radio signals
D. reflected radio signals

16. Radio signals are made up of

A. Voltages and currents
B. electric and magnetic fields
C. electrons and protons
D. noise and data
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17. Another name for signals in the HF range is

A. Microwave
B. RF waves
C. shortwaves
D. Millimeter waves

18. Television broadcasting occurs in which ranges?

A. HF
B. EHF
C. VHF
D. UHF

19. For a given bandwidth signal, more channel space is available

for signals in the range of

A. VHF
B. UHF
C. SHF
D. EHF

20. Electromagnetic waves produced primarily by heat are called

A. Infrared rays
B. Microwaves
C. shortwaves
D. x-rays

21. A micron is
A. one millionth of a foot
B. one millionth of a meter
C. one thousandth of a meter
D. one ten thousandth of an inch

22. Which of the following is not used for communications?

A. X rays
B. millimeter waves
C. infrared
D. microwaves

23. Which of the following statements about induction motors is

FALSE? (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. They are used to increase the line power factor.
B. They have no slip rings, no brushes, and no excited field
current
C. They have no commutators and no windings on the armature.
D. Squirrel-cage induction motors operate at essentially constant
speeds.

24. A DC system can be protected from lightning by including a

thyrite tube in the circuit that connects the high-voltage line
with the ground. Which of the following is FALSE regarding a
thyrite tube? (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. It maintains a very high resistance at or below the system
operating voltage.
B. Its resistance becomes low at very high voltages.
C. It has a very fast recovery time with regard to voltage change.
D. Its fusable link melts at high voltages.
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25. Which of the following is not a source of noise?

(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Another communications signal
B. Atmospheric effects
C. Manufactured electrical systems
D. Thermal agitation in electronic components

26. A capacitor in an LC oscillator has a maximum potential

difference of 15V and a maximum energy of 360 μJ. At a certain
instant the energy in the capacitor is 40 μJ. At that instant what
is the emf induced in the inductor? (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. zero
B. 5V
C. 10V
D. 15V

27. A 6000 volts line supplying three loads A, B and C. If the loads
are located 4, 6 and 10 km respectively away from the supply having
a resistance of 0.05 ohm per km and currents IA = 50 A, IB = 75 A
and IC = 100 A. What is the voltage delivered in load A?(EE - Sept.
2023)
A. 5955 volts
B. 5975 volts
C. 5970 volts
D. 5962 volts

Solution:

VA VB VC

45 V 17.5 V 20 V
V

6000 −( ) = (50 + 75 + 100 )(4 0.05 Ω / )

= 6000 − (50 + 75 + 100 )(4 0.05 Ω / )

∴ = (Answer)

28. A relay that can detect an overload in the line.

(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Fuses
B. Differential relay
C. Overcurrent relay
D. Magnetic Switch
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29. A three-phase, 345-kV transmission line has a series impedance

of (4.0 + j60.0) Ω and a shunt admittance of j 2.0 x 10-3 S. Using
100 MVA and the line voltage as base values, calculate the per-unit
shunt admittance of the line.
(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. j 2.38 pu
B. j 3.57 pu
C. j 4.76 pu
D. j 5.95 pu

Solution:

Note: Shunt admittance in transmission line is basically a

capacitive element due to potential difference between conductors.

Now,

1
Y = j 2.0 x 10 − 3 S → Z =
j 2.0 x 10 − 3 S

Z = −j 500 Ω

Then,

(345 kV)
MVA =
−j 500 Ω

MVA = j 238.05 MVA

Finally,

j 238.05 MVA
Per unit value =
100 MVA

= . (Answer)

30. What is the unit for relative permeability? (EE - Sept. 2023)

A. H-m
B. H/m
C. H2/m
D. Unitless

31. If the torque angle continuously increases, system will become .

. . (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Stable
B. Unstable
C. Oscillatory stable
D. Asymptotic stable
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32. The resistance of a rod does NOT depend on:

A. its temperature
B. its material
C. its length
D. the shape of its (fixed) cross-sectional area

33. Resistance of a conductor increases when

A. Diameter / area of cross-section increases and the length decreases
B. Diameter / area of cross-section decreases and the length increases
C. Temperature decreases
D. None of the above

34. What is the allowable rating for branch circuit overload protection if
fuse is used for a hermetic motor compressor with a rated load current of
25 A?
A. 35 A
B. 15 A
C. 20 A
D. 30 A

35. Which of the following relays are used for phase fault on long line?
A. Impedance relays
B. Reactance relays
C. Mho relays
D. Over-current relays

36. A car battery has an open-circuit terminal voltage of 12.6 V. The

terminal voltage drops to 10.8 V when the battery supplies 240 A to a
starter motor. What is the Thevenin equivalent resistance for this
battery? (EE - Sept. 2023)
Answer: 7.5 milliohms

Solution:

12.6 = 10.8 + 240(RTh)

. .
= → = .

37. Three resistors A, B and C are connected in series to a 120-V

supply. If the resistor A is 50 ohms and the voltage across
resistor B is 40 V when the current is ½ A, what is the resistance
of resistor C in ohms? (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. 105
B. 90
C. 110
D. 100

Solution:
Total power equivalence:
120(1/2) = 50(1/2)2 + 40(1/2) + RC (1/2)2
As calculated:
RC = 110 ohms (Answer)
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38. A series circuit consists of three resistors R1, R2 and R3 which are
connected to a 240-V source. If the voltage drop across R1 is 60-V when
the current is 4A and R2 = 1.5R3, what is the ohmic resistance R3? (EE -
Sept. 2023)
A. 15
B. 18
C. 27
D. 28

Solution:
Total power equivalence:
240(4) = 60(4) + R2(4)2 + R3(4)2
240(4) = 60(4) + 1.5R3(4)2 + R3(4)2
As calculated:
R3 = 18 ohms (Answer)

39. Why is why connected system is better than delta connected?

(EE - Sept. 2023)

40. Which of the following is not a purpose for grounding?

(EE - Sept. 2023)

A. If the system is not required to be grounded, there is no requirement

for the equipment associated with the ungrounded system to be
grounded.
B. Even though the system is not grounded, grounding the enclosure
provides a path for over-voltages to flow to the earth
C. Even though the system is not grounded, bonding the enclosures
together provides a path for fault current to flow over.
D. Even though the system is not grounded, metallic enclosures for the
system conductors must be grounded and bonded to protect against
shock hazards.

41. Which of the following is not a consideration in surge arrester?

(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Arrester class
B. Current rating
C. Voltage rating
D. Insulation coordination

42. Two coils having inductance L1=0.5H, L2=0,3H. At one instant, I1=12A
and I2=5A. What is the total energy stored when the coefficient of
coupling is M=-0.45H? (EE - Sept. 2023)

Solution:

Let Wtotal be the total energy stored:

1
= [ ( ) + ( ) ]− ∗ ∗
2

= [(0.5)(12) + (0.3)(5) ] − (−0.45)(12)(5) = . (Answer)

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43. Tall growing plants refer to plants, vines and other plant species
which grow or have potential to grow more than ____ meters in height from
the ground. (EE - Sept. 2023)

A. Two (2)
B. Three (3)
C. Five (5)
D. Seven (7)

44. Calculate the total resistance of 11-33kΩ resistors connected in

parallel. (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. 1 kΩ
B. 11 kΩ
C. 3 k
D. 3.3 kΩ

Solution:
For the total resistance of parallel connected identical resistors

Resistance value of each resistor

Total resistance =
Total number parallel resistor branches

Now,
Total resistance = = (Answer)

45. Is a critical piece of safety equipment designed and regulated to

enhance the visibility of workers at night or low light.
(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Safe overall
B. Jacket
C. Safety vest
D. Coverall

46. Regarding Thevenin's equivalent, which of the following is not

correct? (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. The voltage source in the Thevenin equivalent circuit is the open
circuit voltage of the network when load is disconnected.
B. The Thevenin equivalent resistance (impedance) is the resistance
(impedance) of the network when all voltage sources are short circuited.
C. Thevenin equivalent resistance is calculated when all voltage sources
are open circuited.
D. Thevenin equivalent is the voltage equivalent of the network.

47. Regarding Norton's equivalent which of the following is not correct?

A. Norton's equivalent is the voltage equivalent of the network.
B. Norton's equivalent is the current equivalent of the network.
C. Norton's equivalent resistance is the same as the Thevenin equivalent
resistance.
D. The load is connected in parallel to the Norton equivalent resistance
and Norton's equivalent source.

48. If an electrical network having one or more than one voltage source,
is transformed into equivalent electrical network with a single voltage
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source (which is short circuit current of previous circuit) with parallel

internal resistance of the network with all current source replaced by
their internal resistance. The above illustration is called
A. Thevenin's theorem
B. Reciprocity theorem
C. Norton's theorem
D. Superposition theorem

49. The superposition theorem requires as many circuits to be solved as

there are
A. meshes
B. nodes
C. sources
D. all of the above

50. Which of the following colors identifies the grounded conductor of a

branch circuit?
A. Green
B. Black
C. White
D. Blue

51. A circuit conductor that is intentionally grounded is known as

__________
A. Grounding electrode conductor
B. Grounding conductor
C. Ground electrode
D. Grounded conductor

52. A conductor used to connect the grounded circuit of a system to a

grounding electrode or electrodes is known as __________
A. Equipment grounding conductor
B. Grounded conductor
C. Grounding conductor
D. Main bonding jumper

53. Conductor used to connect the non-current carrying metal parts of

equipment, raceways, and other enclosures to the system grounded
conductor, the grounding electrode conductor, or both at the service
equipment or at the source of a separately derived system is called as
A. Grounded conductor
B. Equipment grounding conductor
C. Grounding conductor
D. Main bonding jumper

54. Conductor used to connect the grounding electrode to the equipment

grounding conductor, the grounded conductor, or both is referred as
____________
A. Ground electrode
B. Equipment grounding conductor
C. Main bonding jumper
D. Grounding electrode conductor

55. ______________ is an unspliced connection used to connect the

equipment grounding conductor and the service disconnect
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A. Main bonding jumper

B. Main bonding jumper
C. Equipment grounding conductor
D. Ground electrode

56. ____________ a conductor or body of conductors in intimate contact

with the earth for the purpose of providing a connection with the ground.
A. Equipment grounding conductor
B. Grounding conductor
C. Grounded conductor
D. Ground electrode

57. Earth resistance depends on

A. Type of soil
B. Moisture content
C. Temperature
D. All of these

58. Earth resistance of __________Ω is adequate for residential and

small commercial buildings
A. 10
B. 25
C. 5
D. 15

59. For large buildings and facilities that house sensitive loads, a
resistance value should be of _____________ Ω.

A. 10
B. 15
C. 5
D. 20

60. A ____ is a protective device for limiting surge voltages by

discharging or bypassing surge current, and it also prevents continued
flow of follow current while remaining capable of repeating these
functions.

A. Surge arrester
B. Automatic fuse
C. Fuse
D. Circuit breaker

61. A _____ conductor is one having one or more layers of non-conducting

materials that are not recognized as insulation.
A. Bare
B. Covered
C. Insulated
D. Wrapped

62. A current limiting overcurrent protective device is a device which

will ___ the current flowing in the faulted circuit.
A. Reduce
B. Increase
C. Maintain
D. None of these

63. A current limiting device is a ____

(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Current limiting resistor
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B. Current limiter
C. Current limiting circuit breaker
D. Current limiting protection device

64. During which season the load on a power system is maximum?

A. Autumn
B. Rainy
C. Summer
D. Winter

65. Which of the following statements regarding load curve is true?

A. The area under the curve gives average demand
B. The ratio of area under the load curve to the total area of the
rectangle in which it is contained gives the load factor for the day
C. The area of the load curve divided by the number of hours gives the
load factor
D. The area of the load curve divided by the number of hours gives the
demand factor

66. In a load duration curve for an integrated power system, the uppermost
crest represents the energy contributed by which one of the following?
A. Base power stations
B. Major thermal stations
C. Peaking hydro or gas turbine stations
D. Non-conventional power stations

67. The voltage of a bus can be controlled by controlling the

A. phase angle
B. reactive power of the bus
C. active power of the bus
D. phase angle and the reactive power

68. During load shedding

A. system voltage is reduced
B. system frequency is reduced
C. system loads are switched off
D. system power factor is changed

69. For a nuclear power plant, the useful life is expected to be about
A. 10 years
B. 30 years
C. 60 years
D. 80 years

70. The maximum demand of a power station is

A. sum of the maximum demands of all its consumers
B. greatest average load in a specified time
C. peak value of load in a specified time
D. all of the above

71. Demand factor is defined as the ratio of

A. average load to maximum demand
B. maximum demand to connected load
C. connected load to maximum demand
D. maximum demand to average load

72. The load factor is equal to

A. average load/peak load
B. peak load/average load
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C. average load/connected load

D. average load/base load

73. Diversity factor is the ratio of

A. sum of maximum demands of consumers ÷ system maximum demand.
B. maximum demand of consumers ÷ average demand.
C. demand of all consumers ÷ average demand.
D. none of the above.

74. Plant capacity factor is

A. actual energy produced ÷ maximum possible energy that could have been
produced (based on installed capacity)
B. actual energy produced ÷ plant capacity hours for which the plant has
been in operation
C. energy generated in a given period ÷ (maximum demand x hours of
operation in given period).
D. none of the above.

75. Utilization factor is defined as the ratio of

A. average demand to rated capacity of the power plant
B. maximum demand on the power plant to the rated capacity of the power
plant
C. rated capacity of the power plant to the maximum demand
D. none of the above

76. Spinning reserve is

A. the reserve generating capacity which is available for service but not
in operation
B. the reserve generating capacity which is connected to the bus and is
ready to take load
C. the reserve generating capacity which is in operation but is not in
service
D. none of the above

77. The power which must be available ever under emergency conditions is
known as
A. spinning reserve
B. cold reserve
C. firm reserve
D. hot reserve

78. Low power factor has the drawback(s) of

A. increased transmission and distribution losses.
B. poor voltage regulation.
C. high cost of equipment for a given load.
D. all of the above.

79. The current in an electrical circuit will take which of the following
paths to return to its source? (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. the path of least resistance
B. all available paths
C. the path of most resistance
D. only the Earth

80. An unintentional, electrically conducting connection between an

ungrounded conductor of an electrical circuit and the normally non-
current-carrying conductor, metallic enclosures, metallic raceways,
metallic equipment of Earth best defines the following
A. short circuit
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B. an overload condition
C. overcurrent condition
D. a ground fault

81. If a circuit is capable of delivering 22,000 amps of fault current,

what is the minimum short circuit current rating required for the
equipment, including any overcurrent devices installed in the equipment?
A. 10,000 amps
B. 22,000 amps
C. 42,000 amps
D. 5,000 amps

82. The load (current) on a circuit breaker is generally not permitted to

exceed what percentage of the rating of the circuit breaker?
A. 100%
B. 125%
C. 150%
D. 80%

83. The sun generates 1 KW/m^2 when used as a source for solar collectors.
A collector with an area of 1 mm^2 heats water. The flow rate is 30
liters/min. What is the temperature rise in the water? The specific heat
of water is 4200 J / kg - °C. (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. 4.8 °C
B. 0.48 °C
C. 0.50 °C
D. 0.84 °C

Solution:

Note: 1 liter of water = 1 kg of water

So,
1 1
30 = 0.50 /
1 60

Then,

1000 1 /
1 1 = 1000 /
1 1

Now,

1000 = 0.50 4200 ∆

−℃

Thus,
∆ = . ℃ (Answer)

84. A generator delivers a load through a pair of wires, each of which

has a resistance of 0.06 Ω. If the load voltage and power are,
respectively, 120 volts and 4.8 kW, calculate the generator voltage.
(EE - Sept. 2023)

Solution:
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120 +2 (0.06 Ω) = . (Answer)

85. A load consists of a resistance R in parallel with a capacitor of

reactance X. The load is fed from a single phase supply through a line
of impedance 8.4 + j11.2 ohms. The rms voltage at the load terminal is
1200 at 0 degrees V rms, and the load is taking 30 kVA at 0.8 power
factor leading. Find the supply voltage.
(EE - Sept. 2023)

A. 1.2 – j0.35 kV
B. 1.536 – j0.098 kV
C. 1.2 + j0.35 kV
D. 1.536 – j0.098 kV

Solution:

30,000
= 1,200∠0° + ∠ cos 0.8 (8.4 + j11.2)
1,200

= , + (Answer)

86. A load consists of a resistance R in parallel with a capacitor of

reactance X. The load is fed from a single phase supply through a line
of impedance 8.4 + j11.2 ohms. The rms voltage at the load terminal is
1200 at 0 degrees V rms, and the load is taking 30 kVA at 0.8 power
factor leading. Find the values of R and X.
(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. R = 60 Ω ; X = 90 Ω
B. R = 60 ; X = 80
C. R = 80 Ω ; X = 90 Ω
D. R = 90 Ω ; X = 60 Ω

Solution:

Analysis:

1 1
+ = ∠ + cos ( ) → + = ∠ + cos ( )
− ( )

Application:
1 1 30000 1 1 1 1
+ = ∠ + cos (0.8) → + = +
(1200) 60 80

Thus,
= (Answer) ; = (Answer)

87. The speed of a 4-pole 60 Hz synchronize machine will be. . .

(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. 1800 rpm
B. 3000 rpm
C. 2400 rpm
D. 3600 rpm
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Solution:
∗ 120
= → =
120
Then,
( )
= = (Answer)

88. The growth rate of the energy consumption in our country is 6.9%. In
how many years will the energy be quadrupled?
A. 16 years
B. 20 years
C. 22 years
D. 18 years

Solution:
∗
= ∗

Then,

. ∗
4 = ∗
. ∗
4 ∗
=

. ∗ ( )
4 = → = .
= . (Answer)

89. A straight conductor 100 cm long and carrying a current of 40 A lies

perpendicular to a magnetic field of 1.5 Wb/m². What is
the mechanical power in watts required to move the conductor at a uniform
speed of 5m/s? (EE - Sept. 2023)

A. 390 W
B. 300 W
C. 330 W
D. 360 W

Solution:

1. = ∗ ∗ ∗ sin ( )

2. = ∗

Now,
Wb 1 m
= 1.5 ∗ 100 ∗ ∗ 5 ∗ sin(90°) = 7.5
m⇢ 100 s
Then,

= 7.5 ∗ 40 = (Answer)
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90. A single-phase motor runs a duty cycle; 20 kW for 10 s, 40 kW for 10 s, 60 kW

for 5s, 80 kW for 10s, and idle for 10s. What is the rating of the motor? (EE -
Sept. 2023)
A. 45.6 hp
B. 63.8 hp
C. 12.9 hp
D. 55.2 hp

Solution:
( ) ∗ +( ) ∗ + ( ) ∗ +⋯+( ) ∗
=
+ + +⋯+

Now,

(20) ∗ 10 + (40) ∗ 10 + (60) ∗ 5 + (80) ∗ 10 + (0) ∗ 10

= = 47.61
10 + 10 + 5 + 10 + 10

Then,
= 47.61 ∗ .
= . (Answer)

91. Which of the following will take least time in starting from cold
condition to full load operation.(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Gas turbine plant
B. Nuclear power plant
C. Hydro-electric power plant
D. Thermal power plant

92. Given the following phase currents: Ia = 3.5 + j3.5; Ib = -j3; and Ic =
-2.6 + j1.5. Determine the negative sequence current for phase A. (EE -
Sept. 2023)
A. 0.313 + j0.678
B. -0.313 - j0.678
C. -0.313 + j0.678
D. 0.313 - j0.678

Solution:

1
= [ + (1∠240°) + (1∠120°)]
3
Now,

1
= [(3.5 + j3.5) + (−j3) (1∠240°) + (1∠120°)(−2.6 + j1.5)]
3

= . + . (Answer)

93. Which of the following cannot have a single unit of 100 MW?
A. Hydro power plant
B. Steam power plant
C. Diesel power plant
D. Nuclear power plant

94. A 3-ph, 4-wire system is commonly used for

A. primary distribution
B. secondary distribution
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C. primary transmission
D. secondary transmission

95. The rated voltage of a 3-ph power system is given as

A. rms phase voltage
B. peak phase voltage
C. rms line to line voltage
D. peak line to line voltage

96. Which of the following distribution systems is preferred for good

efficiency and high economy
A. Single-phase, 2-wire system
B. 2-ph, 3-wire system
C. 3-ph, 3-wire system
D. 3-ph, 4-wire system

97. ACSR conductors have

A. All conductors made of aluminum
B. Outer conductors made of aluminum
C. Inner conductors made of aluminum
D. No conductors made of aluminum

98. The function of steel wire in an ACSR conductor is to

A. Compensate for skin effect
B. Take care of surges
C. Provide additional mechanical strength
D. Reduce inductance

99. The material used for the manufacture of ground wire is

A. Aliminium
B. Galvanized steel
C. Cast iron
D. Stainless steel

100. Guy wire is employed for

A. Providing protection against surges
B. Providing emergency earth route
C. Supporting the pole
D. All of the above

101. Effect of temperature rise in overhead lines is to

A. Increase the sag and decrease the tension
B. Decrease the sag and increase the tension
C. Increase both
D. Decrease both

102. Transposition of transmission line is done to

A. Reduce line loss
B. Reduce skin effect
C. Balance line voltage drop
D. None of the above

103. Series capacitor is used in a transmission line to

A. Compensate the voltage drop
B. Reduce line loss
C. Limit short circuit current
D. Improve load power factor

104. Advantage of the improved power factor are

A. Increase in operating efficiency of the power system
B. Improvement in voltage regulation
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C. Reduction in overall cost per unit

D. Better utilization of kw capacities of prime movers, transformers,
switchgear and the lines

105. Static capacitors are rated in terms of

A. kVAR
B. kW
C. kVA
D. kWh

106. The primary reason for low power factor is owing to installation of
A. Synchronous motors
B. Dc motors
C. Induction motors
D. Commutator furnaces

107. A generator delivers a load through a pair of wires, each of which

has a resistance of 0.06 Ω. If the load voltage and power are,
respectively, 120 volts and 4.8 kW, calculate the power loss in the
line wires. (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. 96 W
B. 198 W
C. 192 W
D. 99 W

Solution:

.
2∗ (0.06 Ω) = (Answer)

108. A motor is supplying 60 N-m of torque to its load. If the motor’s

shaft is turning at 1,800 rpm, what is mechanical power to the load in
horsepower? (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. 9.2
B. 11.4
C. 7.6
D. 15.2

Solution:

2 ∗ ∗
=
60
Now,

2 ∗ 1800 ∗ 60
= = 11309.73
60

Then,
= 11309.73 ∗ = . (Answer)

109. The resistance of a copper wire at 30°C is 50Ω. If the temperature

coefficient of copper at 0°C is 0.00427, what is the resistance at100°C?
(EE - Sept. 2023)
a. 72.26 Ω
b. 52.25 Ω
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c. 63.24 Ω
d. 58.15 Ω

Solution:

1. =

2. =

Now,

At t = 0°C ; = 0.00427

Solving for T:

1 1
= → = −
+

1
= − 0 = 234.192 °C
0.00427

Then,

+ +
= → =
+ +

Finally

.
= 50 .
= . (Answer)

110. A 69kV three-phase transposed line is composed of one ACSR 336,400

cmil, 26/7 linnet conductor per phase with a horizontal configuration of
D12 = 5 ft. D23 = 5 ft, and D13 = 10 ft. The the conductors have a diameter
of 0.72 inch and a GMR of 0.0243ft. Find the inductance per phase per
kilometer of the line. (EE - Sept. 2023)
A.) 1.0963 mH/km
B.) 1.1116 mH/km
C.) 1.1505 mH/km
D.) 1.1233 mH/km

Solution:

= 0.20 ln
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Now,
(5 ft)(5 ft)(10 ft)
L = 0.20 ln = . /
0.0243 ft

111. Heating value of a coal largely depends on. . .

(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. Ash content
B. Moisture content
C. Volatile matter
D. Size of coal particles

112. The executive officer of the board of electrical engineering is

A. NLEP
B. LEP
C. PRC Commissioner
D. Chairman of the board of EE

113. Two resistors, each of 30 ohms are connected in series. When a

resistor R is connected in parallel in one of them, the total
resistance is 40 ohms. What is the value of R in ohms?
(EE - Sept. 2023)
A. 15
B. 10
C. 20
D. 30

Solution:

1 1
30 + + = 40
30

1 1
30 + + − 30 = 40 − 30
30

1 1 1 1 1
+ = 10 → + =
30 30 10

= − → = (Answer)

114. A 10-turn square coil of side 200 mm is mounted on a cylinder 200 mm

in diameter. The cylinder rotates at 1800 rpm in a uniform 1.1 T field.
Determine the maximum value of the voltage induced in the coil.
(EE - Sept. 2023)

Answer: 82.94 V.

Solution:
=

Now,
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1
= ∗ = (1.1 ) 200 ∗ = 0.044
1000

Then,

2 1
= (0.044 ) ∗ 1800 ∗ ∗ = 8.294 /
1 60

Finally,
= (10 )(8.294 / ) = . (Answer)

115. A 115 V, dc shunt motor has armature current of 75 A and armature

resistance of 0.2 ohm. Find the armature current in amperes during
starting. Assume a 2 V brush drop. (EE - Sept. 2023)
A. 545
B. 575
C. 585
D. 565

Solution:
115 = I (0.2) + 2 → I = = (Answer)
.

116. A 15 HP, 230 v 1800 rpm shunt motor has an efficiency of 90% at full
load. The resistance of the field is 440 ohms. What is the full-load
armature current? (EE - Sept. 2023)

A. 54.75 A
B. 51.26 A
C. 53.54 A
D. 56.02 A

Solution:

For DC shunt motor:

I = I +I → I = I −I

Then,

I :
746 watts
P 15 hp ∗ / 0.90
1 hp
I = = → I = 54.06 amperes
V 230 V

I :

V 230 volts
I = = → I = 0.52 ampere
R 440 ohms

Finally,

I = I −I
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I = 54.06 − 0.52 → I = . (Answer)

117. Which of the following generating stations has the minimum operating
cost? (EE - Sept. 2023)

A. Nuclear plant
B. Hydro-electric plant
C. Steam plant
D. Diesel plant

“ Ating isa-isip lagi na ang “board exam” ay hindi lang tagisan ng talino
kundi isa itong hamon at oportunidad sa lahat ng sinumang magti-‘take’ na
maipamalas pa natin ‘yung “very best” natin. Kaya sa araw ng examinasyon,
ibuhos sana natin lahat ang lagpas pa sa abot ng ating makakaya “as if” ito
na ‘yung kahuli-hulihang pasulit na ating iti-‘take’ sa buong buhay natin.
May kasabihan nga sa ingles na: Always give your best shot in life!”
- Engr. Arvin Irag