4.3 Mastery Check

Which of the following statements are true?

• Series circuit has components connected end-to-end

• Parallel circuit has components connected in more than one pathway

• Series circuit has components connected in more than one pathway

• Parallel circuit has components connected end-to-end

Which circuit type can have both series and parallel components?

• Series circuit

• Parallel circuit

• Series and parallel circuit

• None of the above

What is the purpose of learning basic circuit notation?

• To understand complex circuits

• To draw circuits accurately

• To memorize circuit types

• To avoid using circuits

What does a voltmeter measure in a circuit?

• Current

• Resistance

• Voltage drop

• Power

In which type of circuit is a voltmeter used?

• Series circuits

• Parallel circuits

• Open circuits

• Closed circuits

Match the symbol in circuit diagrams to their parts?

• Ammeter

• 
• Switch

• 
• Voltmeter

• 
• Resistor

• 
• Lightbulb

• 

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What type of circuit is shown in the example?

• Series circuit

• Parallel circuit

• Mixed circuit

• Open circuit

Where is the voltmeter placed in the circuit shown in the example?

• Across the batteries

• On one of the branches

• Across the switch

• Across both light bulbs

In the example, how are the light bulbs arranged in the circuit?

• In series

• In parallel

• In a loop

• In a grid

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Which component in the circuit is responsible for stopping and starting the flow of electricity?

• Battery

• Light bulb

• Voltmeter

• Switch