Question 1

What is the primary function of a surge suppressor?

Accepted Answer

To protect electrical devices from voltage spikes

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To increase electrical current

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To improve network speed

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To convert AC to DC

Question 2

What is the common measurement unit for the energy absorption capability of surge suppressors?

Accepted Answer

Joules

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Volts

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Watts

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Amperes

Question 3

How often should surge suppressors be replaced to ensure ongoing protection?

Accepted Answer

Every 3 to 5 years

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They never need replacement

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Every 10 to 15 years

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Every year

Question 4

What is the primary function of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)?

Accepted Answer

To provide backup power during an outage

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To cool electronic devices

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To enhance audio quality

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To increase internet speed

Question 5

Which component is most critical in determining the runtime of a UPS?

Accepted Answer

Battery capacity

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Physical size

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Input voltage

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Cooling fans

Question 6

Which type of load is NOT typically supported by a UPS?

Accepted Answer

High inductive loads

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Computers

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Printers

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Network equipment

Question 7

Which maintenance task is essential for prolonging the life of a UPS battery?

Accepted Answer

Regularly testing and replacing old batteries

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Updating software only

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Cleaning the exterior casing

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Adjusting voltage settings

Question 8

What is the main difference between a standby power supply and a generator?

Accepted Answer

Standby power supplies provide instant power, while generators may have a delay

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Generators are smaller than standby power supplies

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Generators are used only for residential applications

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Standby power supplies can run on gasoline

Question 9

What is the typical duration that a standby power supply can maintain power during an outage?

Accepted Answer

From a few minutes to several hours

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Continuous power indefinitely

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Less than a minute

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One day or more

Question 10

What is one effect of blackouts on businesses?

Accepted Answer

Disruption of operations

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Enhanced customer engagement

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Increase in employee productivity

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Improvement in data security

Question 11

What is the primary purpose of a blackout prevention plan?

Accepted Answer

To ensure continuity of power supply

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To increase energy tariffs

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To promote fossil fuel usage

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To decrease infrastructure investments

Question 12

What is a common cause of brownouts?

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High electricity demand during peak usage times

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Malfunctioning power plants

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Excessive rain causing flooding

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Foreign cyber attacks

Question 13

What is a brownout?

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A temporary reduction in electrical power supply

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A type of electrical surge

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An increase in electrical power supply

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A complete blackout of electrical systems

Question 14

How can brownouts affect electronic devices?

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They can cause damage or malfunction due to voltage fluctuations

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They have no effect on electronic devices

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They improve performance of devices

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They enhance battery life

Question 15

What is one typical sign of a brownout?

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Dimming or flickering lights

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Rapidly charging battery devices

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Increased appliance efficiency

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Complete power outage

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