INSTITUTE OF INTEGRATED ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS OF THE PHILIPPIES

Albay-Legazpi Chapter
Legazpi City

RME Refresher _____

Multiple Choice. Select the correct answer for each of the following questions. Mark only one answer for each item
by shading the box corresponding to the letter of your choice on the answer sheet provided.

1. For straight pulls, the length of the pull box shall NOT less than ____ times the outside diameter of the largest
non-shielded conductor or cable.
a.) 42 c.) 32
b.) 48 d.) 30
2. A transverse metal raceway for electrical conductors, furnishing access to predetermined cells of a precast
cellular concrete floor, which permits installation of conductors from a distribution center to the floor cells is called
_______.
a.) an underfloor raceway c.) a cellular raceway
b.) a header cuct d.) a mandrel
3. Communication conductors shall have a vertical clearance of NOT less than ____ from all points of roofs above,
which they pass.
a.) 2,500 mm c.) 2,400 mm
b.) 2,000 mm d.) 2,200 mm
4. Conductors passing from windows, doors, porches, fire escapes or similar locations shall maintain a horizontal
clearance of _____.
a.) 1,000 mm c.) 1,500 mm
b.) 1,800 mm d.) 1,200 mm
5. The floor of transformer vaults in contact with the earth shall be concrete NOT less than ___ thick.
a.) 100 mm c.) 300 mm
b.) 200 mm 4.) 400 mm
6. Feeders should be of such size that the voltage drop up to the final distribution panel should NOT exceed.
a.) 2 ½ % c.) 3%
b.) 4 ½ % d.) 6%
7. Angle pull dimensional requirements apply to junction boxes only when the size of conductor is equal to or larger
than ______.
a.) #0 c.) #3/0
b.) #4 d.) #6
8. Which of the following instruments can be used to measure wire diameters?
a.) wire gauge c.) megger
b.) micrometer d.) multitester
9. The minimum spacing between bare metal of opposite polarity where mounted on the same surface shall be
____ for voltages rated not over 250 V nominal.
a.) 26 mm c.) 30 mm
b.) 32 mm d.) 28 mm
10. When computing the service load with the standard method, a 20 kW electric space heating unit is computed at
____ percent.
a.) 80 c.) 90
b.) 100 d.) 125
11. For a portable motor rated ____ horsepower or less, the controller shall be permitted to be an attachment plug
and receptacle.
a.) 0.25 c.) 0.125
b.) 0.33 d.) 0.50
12. To determine if the raceway is truly vertical an electrician would use a ______.
a.) plumb bob c.) square
b.) transit level d.) level
13. A single electrode consisting of rod, pipe or plate shall have a resistance to ground of ____ or less.
a.) 20 ohms c.) 25 ohms
b.) 15 ohms d.) 30 ohms
14. Members of the Board of Electrical Engineering are appointed by _______.
I. the President of the Philippines
II. the Professional Regulation Commission
III. the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Phils.
a.) III c.) II
b.) I d.) I & II
15. Where conductors are adjusted to compensate for voltage drop, equipment grounding conductors, where
required, shall be adjusted proportionally according to ________.
a.) diameter c.) circular mil area
b.) cross section area d.) circumference
16. A fluorescent lamp that blinks “on” and “off” repeatedly may in time ______.
a.) cause the fuse to blow c.) cause the wire to melt
b.) cause the switch to wear out. d.) result in damage to the ballast
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17. Each resistance welder shall have an overcurrent device rated or set at not more than ____ percent of the
conductor rating.
a.) 300 c.) 175
b.) 250 d.) 150
18. The walls and roofs of transformer vaults shall be constructed of materials that have adequate structural
strength for the condition with a minimum fire resistance of _____ hours.
a.) 1.5 c.) 2.5
b.) 2.0 d.) 3.0
19. For all single phase motors, to protect them from short circuits and ground faults, a multiplying factor of ____ of
its full load current rating shall be used the protective device selected is a non-time delay fuse and ___ if the
protective device is a time delay fuse.
a.) 300%, 175% c.) 250%, 175%
b.) 300%, 150% d.) 250%, 150%
20. Direct burial cables or conductors with a nominal voltage of 600V or less and passes under airport runways
including adjacent areas where trespassing is prohibited, shall have a minimum cover distance of ____.
a.) 460 mm c.) 600 mm
b.) 500 mm d.) 300 mm
21. A wiring method using knobs, tubes, and flexible non-metallic tubing for the protection and support of single
insulated conductors concealed in hollow spaces of walls and ceilings of buildings.
a.) open wiring c.) concealed knob and tube wiring
b.) opoen wiring with knobs, tubes, etc. d.) knob and tube wiring
22. A generator set used for standby power systems shall have a time delay feature permitting a ____ - minute
setting to avoid retransfer in case of short time reestablishment of the normal source.
a.) 10 c.) 12
b.) 8 d.) 15
23. Fuses shall be plainly marked with _____
I. ampere rating II. Voltage rating III. Interrupting rating where other than 10,000 amperes.
a.) I only c.) I & III only
b.) I and II only d.) I, II & III
24. For direct current motors, the multiplying factor to be used in selecting the size of overcurrent device using an
inverse time circuit breaker shall be ____ percent of its full load current.
a.) 125 c.) 175
b.) 150 d.) 200
25. What is the allowable voltage drop from the main circuit breaker to the farthest lamp load?
a.) 10% c.) 2%
b.) 5% d.) 3%
26. A unit or assembly of units or sections and associated fittings, forming a rigid structural system used to support
cables.
a.) cable tray c.) wire way
b.) cable bus d.) busway
27. Which of the following is preferred test used to check switch gear insulation?
a.) dc high potential test c.) ac high potential test
b.) Megohmeter test d.) Varley loop test
28. To increase the range of an AC ammeter which one of the following is most commonly used?
a.) a current transformer c.) an inductance
b.) a condenser d.) a straight shunt (not U-shaped)
29. For 800 A circuits, the minimum insulation resistance shall be ____.
a.) 12,000 ohms c.) 5,000 ohms
b.) 6,000 ohms d.) 8,000 ohms
30. The allowable ampacities of conductors rated from 0 to 2,000 volts, 60˚C to 90˚C and not more than three of
them in raceway, cable or earth is based on an ambient temperature of
a.) 35 ˚C c.) 25 ˚C
b.) 40 ˚C d.) 30 ˚C
31. Where circuit breakers are used to protect the primary side of a transformer over 600V nominal, their
continuous current rating shall NOT exceed _____ of the rated primary current.
a.) 250% c.) 175%
b.) 300% d.) 200%
32. Electrical diagram showing the control components rearranged to simplify the tracing of the circuit.
a.) Ladder diagram c.) wiring diagram
b.) schematic diagram d.) Pneumatic diagram
33. The computed load for branch circuit installed to supply exterior signs and outline lighting shall be computed at
a minimum of how much volt-amperes?
a.) 1,200 c.) 1,800
b.) 1,500 d.) 1,000
34. A type of cable protected by a spiral metal cover is called _____ in the field.
a.) BX c.) sealtight
b.) Greenfield d.) Romex
35. The chasis grounding terminal of the battery shall be bonded to the vehicle chassis with a copper conductor of
___ size or its equivalent.
a.) 5.5 mm2 c.) 8.0 mm2
b.) 3.5 mm 2
d.) 2.0 mm2

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36. If the setting of the overcurrent device in a circuit ahead of the equipment is 60A, the minimum equipment
grounding conductor using copper shall be ______.
a.) 5.5 mm2 c.) 2.0 mm2
b.) 3.5 mm 2
d.) 8.0 mm2
37. Cartridge fuses and fuse holders shall have a maximum operating voltage of ____.
a.) 150 V c.) 300 V
b.) 500 V d.) 250 V
38. The minimum radius of the inside of a bend for a ¾ “ flexible metallic tubing used for flexing is ____ inches.
a.) 17 ½ c.) 10
b.) 12 ½ d.) 5
39. Line and ground connecting conductors to surge arresters shall NOT be smaller than _____ copper or ______
aluminum.
a.) 2.0 mm2, 2.0 mm2 c.) 3.5 mm2, 3.5 mm2
b.) 3.5 mm , 2.0 mm
2 2
d.) 2.0 mm2, 3.5 mm2
40. How many sets of the complete electrical plans and specifications signed and sealed by a PEE shall be
submitted, as one of the requirements in filling for an electrical permit?
a.) 5 c.) 3
b.) 4 d.) 2
41. Raceways on the outside of buildings shall be _____.
a.) watertight and arranged to drain c.) raintight and arranged to drain
b.) weatherproof d.) rainproof and guarded
42. When using compressed air to clean electrical equipment the air pressure should not exceed 50 pounds. The
main reason is higher pressures ______.
a.) may loosen insulating tape c.) introduce a personal hazard to the user
b.) may blow dust to surrounding equipment d.) may rupture the air hose
43. The maximum electrical trade size of electrical metallic tubing shall be _______.
a.) 125 mm c.) 100 mm
b.) 150 mm d.) 200 mm
44. A motor control circuit _____
I. carries electric signals to the controller, and carries the main power
II. does not carry electric signals to the controller, but carries the main power
III. carries the electric signals to the controller, but does not carry main power.
a.) I only c.) III only
b.) II only d.) none of these
45. Service drop conductors passing over residential property and driveways and those commercial areas not
subject to truck traffic shall have a vertical clearance of
a.) 4,600 mm c.) 3,700 mm
b.) 5,500 mm d.) 4,800 mm
46. For ranges of 8.75 kW or more in rating, the minimum branch circuit rating shall be _____.
a.) 30 A c.) 50 A
b.) 40 A d.) 60 A
47. In locations where flammable anesthetics are employed, the entire area shall be considered hazardous location
which shall extend upward to a level ____ above the floor.
a.) 1,000 mm c.) 1,800 mm
b.) 1,300 mm d.) 1,500 mm
48. Boxes intended to enclose flush devices shall have an internal depth of NOT less than ______.
a.) 24 mm c.) 16 mm
b.) 20 mm d.) 28 mm
49. Where the overload relay selected using the factor 125% is not sufficient to start the motor or to carry the load,
the multiplying factor shall be increased but shall NOT exceed ____ percent.
a.) 130 c.) 150
b.) 140 d.) 125
50. In hospitals, the general lighting load required shall be _____
a.) 24 VA/m2 c.) 16 VA/m2
b.) 12 VA/m 2
d.) 28 VA/m2

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 INSTITUTE OF INTEGRATED ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS OF THE PHILIPPIES
Albay-Legazpi Chapter
Legazpi City

RME Refresher _____

Multiple Choice. Select the correct answer for each of the following questions. Mark only one answer for each item
by shading the box corresponding to the letter of your choice on the answer sheet provided.

1. For straight pulls, the length of the pull box shall NOT less than ____ times the outside diameter of the largest
non-shielded conductor or cable.
a.) 42 c.) 32
b.) 48 d.) 30
2. A transverse metal raceway for electrical conductors, furnishing access to predetermined cells of a precast
cellular concrete floor, which permits installation of conductors from a distribution center to the floor cells is called
_______.
a.) an underfloor raceway c.) a cellular raceway
b.) a header cuct d.) a mandrel
3. Communication conductors shall have a vertical clearance of NOT less than ____ from all points of roofs above,
which they pass.
a.) 2,500 mm c.) 2,400 mm
b.) 2,000 mm d.) 2,200 mm
4. Conductors passing from windows, doors, porches, fire escapes or similar locations shall maintain a horizontal
clearance of _____.
a.) 1,000 mm c.) 1,500 mm
b.) 1,800 mm d.) 1,200 mm
5. The floor of transformer vaults in contact with the earth shall be concrete NOT less than ___ thick.
a.) 100 mm c.) 300 mm
b.) 200 mm 4.) 400 mm
6. Feeders should be of such size that the voltage drop up to the final distribution panel should NOT exceed.
a.) 2 ½ % c.) 3%
b.) 4 ½ % d.) 6%
7. Angle pull dimensional requirements apply to junction boxes only when the size of conductor is equal to or larger
than ______.
a.) #0 c.) #3/0
b.) #4 d.) #6
8. Which of the following instruments can be used to measure wire diameters?
a.) wire gauge c.) megger
b.) micrometer d.) multitester
9. The minimum spacing between bare metal of opposite polarity where mounted on the same surface shall be
____ for voltages rated not over 250 V nominal.
a.) 26 mm c.) 30 mm
b.) 32 mm d.) 28 mm
10. When computing the service load with the standard method, a 20 kW electric space heating unit is computed at
____ percent.
a.) 80 c.) 90
b.) 100 d.) 125
11. For a portable motor rated ____ horsepower or less, the controller shall be permitted to be an attachment plug
and receptacle.
a.) 0.25 c.) 0.125
b.) 0.33 d.) 0.50
12. To determine if the raceway is truly vertical an electrician would use a ______.
a.) plumb bob c.) square
b.) transit level d.) level
13. A single electrode consisting of rod, pipe or plate shall have a resistance to ground of ____ or less.
a.) 20 ohms c.) 25 ohms
b.) 15 ohms d.) 30 ohms
14. Members of the Board of Electrical Engineering are appointed by _______.
I. the President of the Philippines
II. the Professional Regulation Commission
III. the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Phils.
a.) III c.) II
b.) I d.) I & II
15. Where conductors are adjusted to compensate for voltage drop, equipment grounding conductors, where
required, shall be adjusted proportionally according to ________.
a.) diameter c.) circular mil area
b.) cross section area d.) circumference
16. A fluorescent lamp that blinks “on” and “off” repeatedly may in time ______.
a.) cause the fuse to blow c.) cause the wire to melt
b.) cause the switch to wear out. d.) result in damage to the ballast
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17. Each resistance welder shall have an overcurrent device rated or set at not more than ____ percent of the
conductor rating.
a.) 300 c.) 175
b.) 250 d.) 150
18. The walls and roofs of transformer vaults shall be constructed of materials that have adequate structural
strength for the condition with a minimum fire resistance of _____ hours.
a.) 1.5 c.) 2.5
b.) 2.0 d.) 3.0
19. For all single phase motors, to protect them from short circuits and ground faults, a multiplying factor of ____ of
its full load current rating shall be used the protective device selected is a non-time delay fuse and ___ if the
protective device is a time delay fuse.
a.) 300%, 175% c.) 250%, 175%
b.) 300%, 150% d.) 250%, 150%
20. Direct burial cables or conductors with a nominal voltage of 600V or less and passes under airport runways
including adjacent areas where trespassing is prohibited, shall have a minimum cover distance of ____.
a.) 460 mm c.) 600 mm
b.) 500 mm d.) 300 mm
21. A wiring method using knobs, tubes, and flexible non-metallic tubing for the protection and support of single
insulated conductors concealed in hollow spaces of walls and ceilings of buildings.
a.) open wiring c.) concealed knob and tube wiring
b.) opoen wiring with knobs, tubes, etc. d.) knob and tube wiring
22. A generator set used for standby power systems shall have a time delay feature permitting a ____ - minute
setting to avoid retransfer in case of short time reestablishment of the normal source.
a.) 10 c.) 12
b.) 8 d.) 15
23. Fuses shall be plainly marked with _____
I. ampere rating II. Voltage rating III. Interrupting rating where other than 10,000 amperes.
a.) I only c.) I & III only
b.) I and II only d.) I, II & III
24. For direct current motors, the multiplying factor to be used in selecting the size of overcurrent device using an
inverse time circuit breaker shall be ____ percent of its full load current.
a.) 125 c.) 175
b.) 150 d.) 200
25. What is the allowable voltage drop from the main circuit breaker to the farthest lamp load?
a.) 10% c.) 2%
b.) 5% d.) 3%
26. A unit or assembly of units or sections and associated fittings, forming a rigid structural system used to support
cables.
a.) cable tray c.) wire way
b.) cable bus d.) busway
27. Which of the following is preferred test used to check switch gear insulation?
a.) dc high potential test c.) ac high potential test
b.) Megohmeter test d.) Varley loop test
28. To increase the range of an AC ammeter which one of the following is most commonly used?
a.) a current transformer c.) an inductance
b.) a condenser d.) a straight shunt (not U-shaped)
29. For 800 A circuits, the minimum insulation resistance shall be ____.
a.) 12,000 ohms c.) 5,000 ohms
b.) 6,000 ohms d.) 8,000 ohms
30. The allowable ampacities of conductors rated from 0 to 2,000 volts, 60˚C to 90˚C and not more than three of
them in raceway, cable or earth is based on an ambient temperature of
a.) 35 ˚C c.) 25 ˚C
b.) 40 ˚C d.) 30 ˚C
31. Where circuit breakers are used to protect the primary side of a transformer over 600V nominal, their
continuous current rating shall NOT exceed _____ of the rated primary current.
a.) 250% c.) 175%
b.) 300% d.) 200%
32. Electrical diagram showing the control components rearranged to simplify the tracing of the circuit.
a.) Ladder diagram c.) wiring diagram
b.) schematic diagram d.) Pneumatic diagram
33. The computed load for branch circuit installed to supply exterior signs and outline lighting shall be computed at
a minimum of how much volt-amperes?
a.) 1,200 c.) 1,800
b.) 1,500 d.) 1,000
34. A type of cable protected by a spiral metal cover is called _____ in the field.
a.) BX c.) sealtight
b.) Greenfield d.) Romex
35. The chasis grounding terminal of the battery shall be bonded to the vehicle chassis with a copper conductor of
___ size or its equivalent.
a.) 5.5 mm2 c.) 8.0 mm2
b.) 3.5 mm 2
d.) 2.0 mm2

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36. If the setting of the overcurrent device in a circuit ahead of the equipment is 60A, the minimum equipment
grounding conductor using copper shall be ______.
a.) 5.5 mm2 c.) 2.0 mm2
b.) 3.5 mm 2
d.) 8.0 mm2
37. Cartridge fuses and fuse holders shall have a maximum operating voltage of ____.
a.) 150 V c.) 300 V
b.) 500 V d.) 250 V
38. The minimum radius of the inside of a bend for a ¾ “ flexible metallic tubing used for flexing is ____ inches.
a.) 17 ½ c.) 10
b.) 12 ½ d.) 5
39. Line and ground connecting conductors to surge arresters shall NOT be smaller than _____ copper or ______
aluminum.
a.) 2.0 mm2, 2.0 mm2 c.) 3.5 mm2, 3.5 mm2
b.) 3.5 mm , 2.0 mm
2 2
d.) 2.0 mm2, 3.5 mm2
40. How many sets of the complete electrical plans and specifications signed and sealed by a PEE shall be
submitted, as one of the requirements in filling for an electrical permit?
a.) 5 c.) 3
b.) 4 d.) 2
41. Raceways on the outside of buildings shall be _____.
a.) watertight and arranged to drain c.) raintight and arranged to drain
b.) weatherproof d.) rainproof and guarded
42. When using compressed air to clean electrical equipment the air pressure should not exceed 50 pounds. The
main reason is higher pressures ______.
a.) may loosen insulating tape c.) introduce a personal hazard to the user
b.) may blow dust to surrounding equipment d.) may rupture the air hose
43. The maximum electrical trade size of electrical metallic tubing shall be _______.
a.) 125 mm c.) 100 mm
b.) 150 mm d.) 200 mm
44. A motor control circuit _____
I. carries electric signals to the controller, and carries the main power
II. does not carry electric signals to the controller, but carries the main power
III. carries the electric signals to the controller, but does not carry main power.
a.) I only c.) III only
b.) II only d.) none of these
45. Service drop conductors passing over residential property and driveways and those commercial areas not
subject to truck traffic shall have a vertical clearance of
a.) 4,600 mm c.) 3,700 mm
b.) 5,500 mm d.) 4,800 mm
46. For ranges of 8.75 kW or more in rating, the minimum branch circuit rating shall be _____.
a.) 30 A c.) 50 A
b.) 40 A d.) 60 A
47. In locations where flammable anesthetics are employed, the entire area shall be considered hazardous location
which shall extend upward to a level ____ above the floor.
a.) 1,000 mm c.) 1,800 mm
b.) 1,300 mm d.) 1,500 mm
48. Boxes intended to enclose flush devices shall have an internal depth of NOT less than ______.
a.) 24 mm c.) 16 mm
b.) 20 mm d.) 28 mm
49. Where the overload relay selected using the factor 125% is not sufficient to start the motor or to carry the load,
the multiplying factor shall be increased but shall NOT exceed ____ percent.
a.) 130 c.) 150
b.) 140 d.) 125
50. In hospitals, the general lighting load required shall be _____
a.) 24 VA/m2 c.) 16 VA/m2
b.) 12 VA/m 2
d.) 28 VA/m2

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