SECTION A

Multiple Choices: This section comprises SIX questions. Choose the corresponding
letter of the correct response to each question below. Each question is worth 1 mark
1. An atom is said to be negatively charged when it gains one or more
(A)
Neutrons
(B)
Protons
(C)
Electrons
(D)
Magnetrons
2. What would be the colour code of a 3900 ohm resistor with a 5% tolerance?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

Yellow, white, yellow, gold

Yellow, grey, yellow, gold
Orange, white, red, gold
Orange, grey, orange, gold

3.

An electrician should always make sure that his tools are kept in good
condition because

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
4.

A good job cannot be done without perfect tools.

Tools that are in good condition require no care.
Defective tools may cause accidents.
Good tools make a good workman.
Which of the following should be done if a very acidic substance gets on the skin?
A.
B.
C.
D.

5.

In the event of a workshop fire, the FIRST thing to do is to

A.
B.
C.
D.

6.

Quickly wipe away the acidic substance

Dry then cover the area with clean dressing
Immediately, wash the skin with clean, running water
Dry the skin and cover the area with grease

call the fire brigade

raise an alarm
try to put fire out
tell the foreman

Andrew Brown, a co-worker is being shocked by electricity. What is the FIRST

thing you must do?
A.
B.
C.
D.

Pull him away from the electricity

Check for electric burns
Give him mouth to mouth breathing
Turn off the main switch

SECTION B
Short answer: This section comprises SIX questions. Do all questions
1.

List TWO (2) protective gears that can be used to protect your eyes. (2 marks)

2.

The flow of charged particulars in one direction is called?

(1 mark)

3.

The opposition to the flow of electric current is called?

(1 mark)

4.

State ohms law

(1mark)

5.

Name ONE (1) type of resistor?

(2 marks)

6.

A resistor which is coded Red, Orange, Red-Silver was measured to be 3 K

should this resistor be replaced? Why?
(3marks)

SECTION C
This section comprises TWO questions. Candidates MUST attempt ONE question
from this section.
1.

Complete the following table of colour coding of resistors. 2 marks each; 10 marks
First Band

Second Band

Third Band

Fourth Band

Resistor Value,
%
680 5%
1000 5%
18k 5%
330 20%
12 10%

2. For the following appliances calculate the cost of running them for a week at a rate of
$9.25 /KWH
a refrigerator rated at 110V and draws 25A
TV set rated at 110V and draws 7.5A
A radio rated at 110V and draws 5A