Physics questions and answers

Physics Questions and Answers

If you want to learn more about the nature and properties of matter and energy or you're simply preparing for a Physics exam, these Physics past questions and answers are ideal for you.

2,281.

On an a.c generator, which of the following does not apply?

A.

field magnet

B.

commutator

C.

armature

D.

slip rings

E.

carbon brushes

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,282.

In a D.C. circuit, a 10 microfarad (mf) capacitor is placed in series with a 10 ohm resistor. The total resistance of the combination is

A.

10 ohms

B.

1 ohms

C.

zero

D.

20 ohms

E.

infinite

Correct answer is E

Capacitor has an infinite resistance to D.C.

2,283.

In order to convert a galvanometer into an ammeter

A.

a low resistance shunt is connected in parallel

B.

a low resistance shunt is connected in series

C.

a medium resistance shunt is connected in series

D.

a high resistance shunt is connected in parallel

E.

a high resistance shunt is connected in series

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,284.

A magnet is moved through a coil of wire. The e.m.f. produced in the wire depends on

A.

the number of turns in the coil

B.

the strength of the magnet

C.

the speed at which the magnet is moved

D.

all of the above

E.

none of the above

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,285.

If NEPA charges 5k per kWhr, what is the cost of operating for 24 hours a lamp requiring 1A on a 200V line?

A.

24k

B.

55k

C.

40k

D.

26k

E.

32k

Correct answer is A

Energy (kWhr) = 1 x 200 x 24 x 10-3

= 4.8kWhr

1 kWhr. cost 5k

4.8kwhr. will cost (5 x 4.8)k

= 24 kobo