Electrical Switches Quiz

What is the main purpose of a switch in an electrical circuit?

• To regulate the flow of current

• To generate electricity

• To amplify electrical signals

• To store electrical energy

What are the two essential components used to define variations of switch contact?

• Voltage and Current

• Pole and Throw

• Wire and Cable

• Resistor and Capacitor

How many circuits are controlled by a switch?

• Four

• One

• Three

• Two

What is the main difference between SPST and SPDT switches?

• Number of terminals

• Number of circuits controlled

• Current carrying capacity

• Voltage rating

Which type of switch is used to control a light from two different locations?

• SPST

• Three-way switch

• SPDT

• DPST

How many circuits can a DPST switch control at a time?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What is the main function of a four-way switch?

• Control multiple circuits simultaneously

• Control a single circuit from three or more locations

• Control a single circuit from two locations

• Regulate the flow of current in a circuit

Which type of switch is commonly used in industrial applications and can control higher-demand appliances?

• Double-pole switch

• Three-way switch

• Four-way switch

• Single-pole switch

Which type of switch is commonly used for control applications on the front panel of instruments or other electronic equipment?

• Slide switch

• Toggle switch

• Rotary switch

• Push button switch

What is the most familiar type of switch used for wall switches in homes?

• Rotary switch

• Slide switch

• Toggle switch

• Push button switch