Quiz on How alternators work

What component is this?

What type of electricity does an alternator produce?

• Alternating Current (AC)

• Direct Current (DC)

• Static Current (SC)

• Dynamic Current (DC)

What is the purpose of a rectifier in an alternator?

• Decrease Current

• Increase Voltage

• Convert DC to AC

• Convert AC to DC

What component is used to limit and maintain a near constant output voltage in an alternator?

• Diode

• Capacitor

• Transistor

• Regulator

What is the function of the pulley in an alternator?

• Provide Rotational Force

• Connect to Battery

• Generate Electricity

• Control Voltage

What type of current is used in most electrical components within a car?

• Dynamic Current (DC)

• Direct Current (DC)

• Static Current (SC)

• Alternating Current (AC)

What is the purpose of the brushes in an alternator?

• Control Voltage

• Generate Heat

• Store Energy

• Form Electrical Connection

How does an alternator recharge the car battery?

• By draining the battery

• By generating heat

• By converting AC to DC

• By using a rectifier