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39727_construction Construction Electrician - Exam Simulation

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Question 1 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

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Which of the following is non-protective eyewear?

a. Hand shield A hand shield is Class 4 protective eyewear used by welders.

b. Goggles
c. Spectacles
d. Monocle

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
Monocle

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of the various classes of protective eyewear.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 1 – Types of PPE – Eye protection
Name: Z94.3.1 Details: ***Change reference to Z94.3.1*** Clause 12 - Classification of eye and face protectors
Question 2 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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Where is the product information on hazardous material stored in a mud tank enclosure to be located
when within an industrial establishment?

a. In the plant office

b. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) The SDS prescribes specific requirements as set out in WHMIS legislation.
c. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) label
d. WHMIS information sheet

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of safe work practices, WHMIS and federal safety requirements.
Material Reference:
Name: Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (SOR/86-304) Details: Clause 10.32 - Supplier Safety
Data Sheets
Name: Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (SOR/86-304) Details: Clause 10.33 - Work Place
Safety Data Sheets
Name: Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (SOR/86-304) Details: Clause 10.34 - Availability of
Safety Data Sheets
Name: Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (SOR/86-304) Details: Clause 10.31 - Safety Data
Sheets and Labels in Respect of Certain Hazardous Products
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 1: Performing Safety Related Functions -
Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) Procedures.
Name: Health Canada Hazardous Materials Act Details:
Question 3 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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What must occur prior to the handling of radioactive material?

a. Wear a respirator and insulated gloves.

b. Wear safety glasses and a respirator.
c. Call in a hazmat contractor.
d. Consult The responsibility of an electrician is to follow proper handling, storage, and use of
the SDS. hazardous materials. Consult the Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Consult the SDS.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of safe work practices, WHMIS and federal safety requirements.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 1: Performing Safety Related Functions -
Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) Procedures.
Name: Health Canada Hazardous Materials Act Details:
Question 4 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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An electrician is required to use a powder-actuated tool to fasten materials to a structure. To which of the
following combinations of materials could the powder-actuated tool be used to fasten?

a. Steel to wood
b. Wood to wood
c. Wood to concrete The base material must be harder than the material being fastened.
d. Concrete to wood

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Wood to concrete

Question Rationale:
Demonstrate knowledge of certification requirements to operate powder-actuated tools.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 2: Using and Maintaining Tools and
Equipment
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details:
Question 5 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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When using an extension ladder to gain access to a roof, what is the minimum distance the ladder is to
extend above the roof line?

a. 0.3 m (1 ft)
b. 0.6 m (2 ft)
c. 1 m (3 Erect ladder with minimum 1 m (3 ft) extending above roof line; tie top at support
ft) points.
d. 1.2 m (4 ft)

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
1 m (3 ft)

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates set up and secure of extension ladders.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 2 - Using and Maintaining Tools and
Equipment
Name: CSA Z11-09 Details: Article 5 and Table 2
Question 6 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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Which of the following hazardous locations does Annex J18 prescribe requirements for?

a. Category 1 location
b. Class II locations Annex J18 applies to Class I, II, and III hazardous locations.
c. Zone 1 location
d. Zone 21 location

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Class II locations

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of interpreting and extracting information from drawings, schematics, and specifications
to determine applicable sections of the Canadian Electrical Code.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 3 - Organizing work - Accessing and
applying codes and regulations
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule J18-000 1)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 18-000 4)
Question 7 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

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Equipment that is connected to the load side of overcurrent protection, transformers, or devices with Class
2 outputs need only be acceptable for the application. What does this imply?

a. There is no risk or danger whatsoever.

b. There is a limited risk to safety Class 2 circuits are power-limited but more than suffi cient to be a fire
but consideration is hazard if dissipated in a fault within improperly designed equipment.
encouraged.
c. The energy level is negligible.
d. An approval would be cost-prohibitive.

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
The energy level is negligible.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of approved equipment requirements and exceptions.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Appendix B note to Rule Rule 16-222 1) a)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 16-222 1) a)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 2-024 2)
Question 8 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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Where is electrical equipment required to be seismically restrained?

a. Where the equipment is installed in areas that earthquakes have been

recorded.
b. Where the equipment could vibrate loose and fall.
c. Where required by the National Building Code of Canada.
d. Where required by local Seismic restraint must be provided where local authorities have made
authorities having it a requirement and it must be in compliance with the NBCC.
jurisdiction.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Where required by local authorities having jurisdiction.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of seismic restraint requirements for electrical equipment.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 4 - Fabricating and Installing Support
Components - Installing seismic restraint systems.
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 2-134
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Appendix B note to Rule 2-134
Name: National Building Code of Canada Details: Article 4.1.8.18. - Elements of structures, non-structural
components, and equipment.
Question 9 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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Which of the following cannot be used to anchor a panelboard on to a concrete wall?

a. Wood This method is not permitted. When wood is used as an anchor in masonry or concrete, it
shims deteriorates by rotting or drying out and shrinking, ultimately compromising the
and support. See Rule 2-114
screws
b. Nylon plugs and screws
c. Lead anchors and screws
d. Rawl plugs and screws

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Wood shims and screws

Question Rationale:
Describe permissible methods for anchoring electrical equipment to masonry and concrete.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 4 - Installs brackets, hangers and fasteners
Anchors and fasteners
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 2-114
Question 10 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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In the image below, total current flow from the source is 90 mA. If resistor R8 opens, what happens to the
voltage and current at L3?

a. Voltage would increase and current would decrease.

b. Voltage would decrease and current would increase.
c. Voltage would If R8 opens, values of current and voltage will change for every component except
increase and for L1. R8 and L3 are no longer forming an equivalent (smaller) resistance. As a
current would result, the voltage dropped across L3 will increase, as will the current through L3.
increase.
d. Voltage would decrease and current would decrease.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Voltage would increase and current would increase.
Question Rationale:
Failure of discrete components in a circuit will change the values of voltage and current for other components in
the circuit. An electrician must be able to understand how faults such as opens and shorts change values in the
circuitry.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 21: Servicing Electrical Systems.

Question 11 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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A resistor has four coloured bands from left to right of red, blue, orange, and silver. What is the ohmic
value and tolerance of the resistor?

a. 26,000 Ω, 5%
b. 26,000 Ω, 10% The value of resistance is 26,000 O and the tolerance is 10%.
c. 2,600 Ω, 5%
d. 2,600 Ω, 10%

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
26,000 Ω, 10%

Question Rationale:
Values of resistance and tolerance of components are often indicated by coloured bands on a resistor. An
electrician should know this colour code and how to use it to determine the specifications of a resistor.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 26 - INSTALLS, SERVICES AND MAINTAINS
SIGNALLING AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS.
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 21: Servicing Electrical Systems.
Question 12 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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Which of the following situations permit two supply services of the same voltage to be run to one building
from the supply authority?

a. An additional supply is needed for an emergency sump pump.

b. Additional supply is for dual Rule 6-102 1) Two or more supply services of the same voltage
occupancies having ground level access must not be run to any building, except occupancies not
and not located above each other. located one above the other.
c. Additional supply service box is independently located
d. Additional supply is for dual occupancies having ground level access and one is located above the other.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Additional supply is for dual occupancies having ground level access and not located above each other.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of the requirements for consumer services and service equipment in accordance with
the Canadian Electrical Code.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 6-102 1) (CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-
Part 1)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: 6-102 1).
Question 13 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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What is the minimum allowable burial depth for a 600 V underground service where the service
conductors are enclosed in rigid conduit and there is vehicular traffic above the installation?

a. 450 mm
b. 600 600 mm is the minimum burial depth for insulated conductors installed in a raceway with
mm vehicular traffi c above the installation.
Rule 12-012 1) and Table 53.
c. 750 mm
d. 900 mm

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
600 mm

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of three-phase service installation methods as required by the Canadian Electrical Code.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-012 1) and Table 53.
Question 14 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

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Under which of the following conditions can a consumer's service conductor be spliced?

a. In the meter base This is one of three conditions; see Rule 6-310 b) i).
b. To accommodate voltage drop
c. Underground
d. All of the above

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
All of the above

Question Rationale:
Describe the correct methods of installing and maintaining consumer's service conductors in accordance with
Section 6.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 6
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 6-310
Question 15 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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In a dwelling unit supplied by a single phase 120/240 V system, if half of the luminaires suddenly intensify
in brilliance, and the other half dim, what is the probable cause?

a. Voltage spike
b. Voltage sag
c. Overloaded circuit
d. Broken A broken or faulty neutral will cause half of the lights to dim and the other half to
or faulty intensify in brilliance. Voltage will divide across loads in series on each line, uneven loads
neutral will cause the above condition.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Broken or faulty neutral

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate an understanding of the Edison 3 - wire circuit.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 6
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details:
Question 16 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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What is the minimum headroom required when installing a consumer's service equipment inside a single
dwelling?

a. 1.5 m
b. 2 m The distance is 2.0 metres, see Rule 6-206, 1) c) iv).
c. 2.2 m
d. 3 m

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
2m

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate an understanding of how to determine the requirements for consumer services
and service equipment under Section 8 of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 6-206 1) c) iv)
Question 17 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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Which of the following types of fuses provide no overload protection?

a. HRCII-MISC The HRCII-MISC is a Form II fuse. See Rule 14-212 c).

b. HRCI-MISC
c. Type D
d. Type P

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
HRCII-MISC

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate an understanding of how to determine the type and rating of protection and
control equipment under Section 14 of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 14-212 c)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 14-200
Question 18 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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The following is stamped on the body of a fuse: "600 V, HRCMISC, 200 A"
What does the 200 A stand for?

a. Amps of instantaneous current

b. Amps of interrupting current
c. Amps of continuous current Amps of continuous current stands for 200 A.
See Rule 14-012 and Appendix B.
d. Amps of instantaneous capacity

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Amps of continuous current

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate an understanding of how to determine the type and rating of circuit protection
under Section 14 of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 14-012 and Appendix B
Name: CSA C22.2 No. 248. Details:
Question 19 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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What is the purpose of using a GFCI circuit breaker?

a. Monitor neutral current

b. Monitor current in the live conductor
c. Monitor Section 0 , Definitions
leakage The purpose of a GFCI circuit breaker is to monitor leakage current and to trip the circuit
current at a leakage current value that is less than that required to operate the overcurrent
protective device of the supply circuit.
d. Monitor current in the bond conductor

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Monitor leakage current

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of ground fault devices, their applications and operation.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Section 0 - Definitions.
Question 20 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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In a residential occupancy, a 5-15R receptacle is installed outdoors, 600 mm above finished grade. What is
the minimum requirement for the protection of the receptacle?

a. 15 A circuit breaker
b. 15 A circuit breaker with AFCI protection
c. 15 A overcurrent device with GFCI protection
d. 15 A circuit breaker with AFCI Rules 26-658 and 26-704 2)
and Class A GFCI protection Branch circuits shall have AFCI protection along with GFCI protection
when installed outdoors and within 2.5 m of finished grade.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
15 A circuit breaker with AFCI and Class A GFCI protection

Question Rationale:
To demonstrate understanding of Code requirements for a receptacle located outdoors.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 26-704 2) and 26-658
Question 21 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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What is the highest voltage allowed between an ungrounded conductor and a grounded neutral conductor
when using plug fuses as the branch circuit overcurrent protection?

a. 120 V
b. 125 V
c. 150 V Rule 14-202 limits voltage to ground to 150 V when using plug fuses on a grounded system.
d. 300 V

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
150 V

Question Rationale:
Demonstrate Code knowledge for maximum voltage to ground when using plug fuses.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 6
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 14-202.
Question 22 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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What is the minimum insulation resistance required for three copper No. 8 AWG TWN75, when installed in
a run of EMT conduit and protected by a Class A ground fault circuit interrupter breaker?

a. 250 kΩ This is the correct value for conductors rated between 25 and 50 A.
b. 50 kΩ
c. 25 kΩ
d. 12 kΩ

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
250 kΩ

Question Rationale:
To demonstrate knowledge of minimum insulation resistance values based on conductor insulation testing.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 2
Question 23 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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During an inspection of an enclosure for a motor control centre (MCC), a busbar bracket is found bent and
twisted. What is the most probable cause of the bent and twisted bracket?

a. Fuses oversized
b. Overloads oversized
c. Busbar support not rated for the Magnetic forces exerted on bus bar during fault event
available fault current exceeds the strength of bracing.
d. Busbar not large enough for load current

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Busbar support not rated for the available fault current

Question Rationale:
Understand impact of fault current of equipment during a fault.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 21: Servicing Electrical Systems.
Question 24 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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A separate disconnect is required for each installation of electric vehicle supply equipment rated at more
than _____ Amps.

a. 20 A
b. 30 A
c. 40 A
d. 60 A separate disconnecting means must be provided for each installation of electric vehicle
A supply equipment rated at more than 60 A.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
60 A

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of power distribution equipment, their applications and operation as per Canadian
Electrical Code Requirements.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 86- 304 1)
Question 25 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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What is the minimum headroom required where a switchboard is installed?

a. 1.5 m
b. 1.9 m
c. 2.2 The minimum headroom of working spaces around switchboards or motor control centres
m where bare live parts are exposed at any time must be 2.2 m.
d. 3.0 m

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
2.2 m

Question Rationale:
Describe the requirements for working space around electrical equipment in accordance with Section 2.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 2-308 5) and Appendix B.
Question 26 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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Refer to the image. What does the symbol represent?

a. Diode
b. SCR A silicon controlled rectifier (SCR) is a three-terminal device consisting of an anode, a cathode
and a gate. The SCR, when used as a rectifier, is capable of varying the DC output voltage to the
load by controlling the point in each cycle at which gate voltage is applied to the SCR or by
controlling the time in each cycle at which the SCR is triggered. Current will flow in one
direction only.
c. FET
d. Triac

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
SCR

Question Rationale:
Describe how an SCR operates.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 21: Servicing Electrical Systems.
Question 27 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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What is the grounding requirement for permanently connected, medical electrical equipment fed from an
isolated system within a hospital?

a. Installed as a conventional grounding system contained in the same raceway.

b. Installed as a Rule 24-200 2):
conventional "In a patient care environment supplied by an isolated system, branch circuits
grounding supplying only fixed luminaires and permanently connected medical electrical
system, but not equipment shall be permitted to be supplied by a conventional grounded system,
in the same provided that wiring for grounded and isolated circuits does not occupy the same
raceway. raceway."
c. They must be grounded through a ground fault circuit interrupter.
d. They must be isolated from ground completely.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Installed as a conventional grounding system, but not in the same raceway.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of grounding and bonding methods for permanently connected electrical equipment in
a patient care environment.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 24-200 2)
Question 28 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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When an ac system is supplied by an ungrounded (delta) supply, what must be provided to indicate the
presence of a ground fault?

a. Ground fault circuit interrupter.

b. Ground fault Rule 10-400 1) a)
detection. DC or ac systems are permitted to be ungrounded, provided that the
system is
equipped with suitable ground fault detection.
c. Ground fault protection.
d. Ground fault limiter.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Ground fault detection.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of ground fault systems.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 7 - Installing Bonding, Grounding and
Cathodic Protection Systems - Installing ground fault protection systems
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 10-400 1 a)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Section 0 - Ground fault detection
Question 29 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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When supplied by the supply authority, at what location is a 3-phase, 4-wire AC electrical system required
to be grounded?

a. At all distribution panelboards.

b. At the supply transformer.
c. At the Rule 10-210 a)
consumer's "The grounded conductor of a solidly grounded ac system supplied by the supply
service. authority shall be connected to a grounding conductor at one point only at the
consumer’s service."
d. By bonding to the identified conductor inside a building.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
At the consumer's service.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of grounding and bonding methods and equipment according to the rules of the
Canadian Electrical Code.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 10-210 a)
Question 30 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

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When mounted in a device box, the minimum requirement for bonding a three-way switch is to use which
of the following methods?

a. Bonding is considered to be adequate by using the switch's 6-32 mounting screws only.
b. The switch must be connected directly to a bonding conductor if the device box is metallic.
c. The switch must be connected directly to a bonding conductor if the device box is non-metallic.
d. The switch must be connected directly to a For devices such as switches, the bonding connection is
bonding conductor if the device box is either permitted to be made with the 6-32 mounting screws to
metallic or non-metallic. the device's enclosure.

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
Bonding is considered to be adequate by using the switch's 6-32 mounting screws only.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of bonding conductor connection requirements to electrical equipment.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 10-614 3)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Appendix B note to Rule 10-614 3)
Question 31 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

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What is the minimum size of the copper secondary grounding conductor for a 225 kVA, liquid filled, 4160-
600/347 V, 3-phase transformer using RW90XLPE?

a. No. 2/0 The No. 2/0 AWG is oversized as a grounding conductor.

AWG A copper grounding conductor used to to ground the secondary system must be a
minimum of No. 6 AWG.
b. No. 2 AWG
c. No. 3 AWG
d. No. 6 AWG

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
No. 6 AWG

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of grounding and bonding methods and equipment according to the rules of the
Canadian Electrical Code.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 10-114 1) a).
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 36-308 6) b)
Question 32 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

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An installation has two sources of energy:
one from the supply authority; and the other from a large diesel generator, feeding 600Y/347 V, 3-phase to
equipment inside a building.
If the neutrals from both the supply authority and the generator system are connected to ground at the
transfer switch tie point, how many poles are required in the transfer switch?

a. 2 poles
b. 3 poles
c. 4 poles
d. 6 poles Six poles are not needed in a transfer switch.

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
3 poles

Question Rationale:
Electricians must demonstrate an understanding of the grounding of two separately derived systems grounded at
the transfer equipment.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 8 - Installing Power Generating Systems -
Interconnection of system grounding
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 10-212 1) a) iii), Appendix B notes and Figure
B10-10
Question 33 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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When a self-excited generator is used to generate electricity, what must be present in a small amount in
the pole pieces to enable an EMF to be produced?

a. Voltage
b. Current
c. Residual magnetism Residual magnetism provides initial field excitation.
d. Resistance

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Residual magnetism

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of generator operating principles.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 8, Installing Power Generating Systems.
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 34 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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When the rapid shutdown switch has been turned off for a solar array what is the length of time that must
pass before conductors outside the array are considered as de-energized?

a. 5 seconds
b. 15 seconds
c. 20 seconds
d. 30 Appendix B Rule 64-200 2), 3)
seconds Conductors outside the array will be shutdown within 30 seconds, conductors in the
array will remain energized.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
30 seconds

Question Rationale:
Understanding the code requirements for a rapid shutdown system.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Appendix B Rule 64-200 2) 3)
Question 35 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

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A grounding electrode is used to ground a 100 kW small wind turbine structure. What is the minimum size
of the copper conductor that can be used to bond the metallic tower structure to the grounding electrode?

a. No. 3/0 AWG

b. No. 2/0 AWG
c. No. 2 AWG
d. No. 6 Rule 64-312 2)
AWG Metallic towers or supporting structures must be bonded to ground with a minimum
No. 6 AWG.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
No. 6 AWG

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate knowledge of the requirements for grounding small wind renewable energy
systems.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 64-312 2).
Question 36 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Which requirement applies to fuses for high-voltage installations?

a. Fuses must be time-delay type.

b. Fuses must be Fuses preceded by a group-operated visible break load-interrupting device
preceded by a capable of making and interrupting its full load rating and that may be closed
load-interrupting with safety to the operator with a fault on the system.
device.
c. High-voltage fuses may only be installed indoors.
d. Fuses must have visual indication of continuity.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Fuses must be preceded by a load-interrupting device.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of fuse requirements when used in high-voltage applications.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 36-204 1) b)
Question 37 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
A 3-phase transformer bank consists of three 37.5 kVA, 600 V, 1-phase transformers with no marked
temperature rating. What is the minimum size of RW90XLPE copper conductor in flexible metal conduit
permitted to feed the 3-phase transformer bank?

a. No. 3 AWG 37.5 kVA x 3 = 112.5 kVA

112,500 VA / ( 600 V x 1.73) = 108.38 A
108.38 A x 1.25 = 135.47 A
Select No. 2/0 AWG from the 75 degree column of Table 2.
b. No. 2 AWG
c. No. 1 AWG
d. No. 1/0 AWG

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
No. 1/0 AWG

Question Rationale:
Calculate the minimum size of conductors for the primary of a 600 V , 3-phase transformer bank.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 26-256 1) a)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 4-006 2) b)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 2
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 4-004 1) b)
Question 38 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
A three-wire circuit, containing two line conductors and a neutral conductor, is fed from a two-pole circuit
breaker in a three-phase, four-wire panel and feeds an unknown load.
What is the value of current in the identified conductor?

a. Comparable to the line conductors

b. Zero if the circuit is balanced
c. Has a current value equal to 1/2 of Rule 4-004 4) requires it to be treated as comparable to the
the line value phase conductors.
d. Has a current value equal to 1.73 of the line value

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
Comparable to the line conductors

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate knowledge of how to determine current-carrying conductors in a multi-wire
branch circuit.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 4-004 4).
Question 39 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Refer to the image. The transformer shown is a 4:1 step-down transformer and is connected to a 120 V
supply to the high-voltage side. What value will the voltmeter indicate when it is connected in the manner
shown?

a. 150 The value the voltmeter will indicate is 150 V. Secondary is 30 V, transformer windings are
V additive. 120 V + 30 V = 150 V.
b. 120 V
c. 90 V
d. 30 V

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
150 V

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics for low-voltage transformers.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 10
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 40 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A 3-phase transformer bank with the primary properly connected is to have the secondary windings
connected in star. By mistake, one of the secondary windings is connected reverse polarity. What would
the three line voltages be if the line-to-neutral voltage is 120 V?

a. 120 V, As the line voltages are each equal to two phase voltages added vectorially, (VAB = VAN
120 V, +VNB, VBC = VBN + VNC and VCA = VCN + VNA) one phase reversed polarity will affect two
208 V line voltages.
b. 120 V, 208 V, 208 V
c. 208 V, 208 V, 208 V
d. 120 V, 120 V, 120 V

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
120 V, 120 V, 208 V

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of three-phase transformer connections.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Chapter 10, Installing transformers.
Name: Electrical Quick Reference Guide Details: 2021 Electrical Quick Reference
Question 41 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the largest solid copper conductor that can be drawn into a raceway?

a. No. 8 AWG
b. No. 10 AWG Rule 12-914
The largest solid copper conductor that can be drawn into a raceway is a No. 10 AWG.
c. No. 12 AWG
d. No. 14 AWG

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
No. 10 AWG

Question Rationale:
Describe the requirements for installing conductors in a raceway in accordance with Section 12.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-914.
Question 42 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
Given the following:

Size 53 rigid metal conduit has three 120/208 V (with separate neutral for each circuit) circuits inside All
conductors are No. 4 AWG R90XLPE (without jacket)

Recent equipment modifications require several 120/208 V (with neutral for each circuit) control circuits to
be installed. How many No. 10 AWG R90XLPE (without jacket) conductors can be pulled into this conduit?

a. 15
b. 25 Table 8 - Maximum percent of area of 53 conduit that can be used for conductor fill - 40%
Cross-sectional Area of 53 rigid metal conduit at 40% - 879.48 (Table 9G)
Cross-sectional Area of 9 x No. 4 AWG RW90XLPE - 471.78 (Table 6A)
Unused cross-sectional area in 53 conduit for additional conductors -
879.48 - 471.78 = 407.70
Cross-sectional Area of No. 10 AWG R90XLPE (without jacket) - 15.69 (Table 6A) Maximum
number of extra No. 10 AWG conductors that can be added - 407.70 / 15.69 = 25.98 or 25
conductors
c. 42
d. 52

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
15

Question Rationale:
Understanding of the code requirements for the maximum number of conductors and cables in conduit and
tubing.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 11 Page 15
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 6A
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 8
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 9G
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-1014
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-910 4)
Question 43 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Which type of conductor may be installed in a wet location?

a. R90
b. TW75 Rule 12-102 3) and Table 19.
Conductors must be approved for the conditions of use. The conductor must have a wet (W)
designation.
c. T90 NYLON
d. R90XLPE

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
TW75

Question Rationale:
Describe the wiring requirements for conductors being installed in a cable tray.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 11
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-102 3) and Table 19.
Question 44 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
A control circuit is required to carry 5 A of current at 600 V. If the control conductors are to be run in
parallel, what is the minimum size?

a. No. 1/0 AWG

b. No. 12 AWG
c. No. 14 AWG The question is asking for the minimum size.
d. No. 18 AWG

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
No. 18 AWG

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of types of conductors and cables, their applications as per Canadian Electrical Code
requirements.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 16-104 1) b)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-108 5)
Question 45 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What minimum trade size of ENT is needed for eighty-five No. 14 AWG TW75?

a. 35
b. 41
c. 53 Rule 12-910 4) and 5) Table 6J and Table 9G
Table 6J No. 14 AWG = 8.87 mm² x 85 = 753.95 mm²
Table 9G select from the electrical non-metallic tubing, 40% fill column a number large
enough for the area of 753.95 mm²
Select trade size 53 ( 822.91 mm² ).
d. 63

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
53

Question Rationale:
Calculate and select the minimum size of ENT conduit to accommodate the number of conductors pulled in a
raceway.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 11
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 6J
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-910 4) and 5)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 9G
Question 46 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the minimum length of outer jacket of AC90 that must be removed before terminating the cable in
a device box?

a. 100 mm
b. 150 mm Rule 12-3000 6)
Applies to all types of conductors at a device box and requires 150 mm of free conductor.
c. 180 mm
d. 200 mm

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
150 mm

Question Rationale:
Demonstrate Code knowledge for conductor terminations at a device box
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-3000 6).
Question 47 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
When lengths of electrical metallic tubing are connected to boxes outdoors, which type of connectors are
required?

a. Wet location EMT, when installed outdoors, requires wet location type connectors.
Rule 12-1412 b).
b. Screw set
c. Hinged
d. Combination

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Wet location

Question Rationale:
Understanding of the different types of fittings used in different applications.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-1412 b)
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details:
Question 48 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the minimum thickness of a sheet metal barrier required to separate cables of different voltages in
a metallic surface raceway?

a. 1 mm
b. 1.15 mm
c. 1.25 mm
d. 1.34 mm Rule 12-904 2) b)
The minimum thickness of a steel barrier is 1.34 mm.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
1.34 mm

Question Rationale:
Understanding of the code requirements for conductors in a raceway.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15 Page 48
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 12-904 2) b).
Question 49 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the minimum requirement for a flexible wiring method in a Zone 1 hazardous location?

a. Explosion-proof flexible Rule 18-102

connector The explosion-proof flexible connector must be approved for Zone 1
areas.
b. Flexible conduit and fittings
c. Liquid-tight flexible metal conduit and connectors
d. Flexible metal conduit and fittings

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Explosion-proof flexible connector

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of types of conduit, tubing and fittings, their components and applications in
accordance with Canadian Electrical Code requirements.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 18-102
Question 50 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Refer to the image. Which combination of meter readings indicates that L2 fuse has blown?

a. W - 240 V, X - 240 V, Y - 240 V, and Z - 0 V

b. W - 240 V, X - 0 V, Y - 0 V, and Z - 240 V
c. W - 0 V, X - 240 V, Y - 0 V, and Z - 240 V
d. W - 240 V, X - 240 V, Y - 0 V, and Z - 0 V W will read 240 V on the line side of the fuses
X will read 240 V as long as L1 fuse has not blown
Y will read 0 V when L2 fuse opens
Z will read 0 V when L2 fuse opens

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
W - 240 V, X - 240 V, Y - 0 V, and Z - 0 V

Question Rationale:
Demonstrate troubleshooting skills on power circuits.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 21
 Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.

Question 51 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
In a residential occupancy, what is the maximum number of receptacles in a utility room allowed on a 15 A
branch circuit where the fused switch or circuit breaker is marked for continuous operation at 80%?

a. 1
b. 2
c. 6
d. 12 Rule 26-654 c) and Rule 8-304 1) a )
The code allows 12 outlets for a 15 A branch circuit when the circuit breaker is marked for
continuous operation at 80%.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
12

Question Rationale:
Describe the code requirements for branch circuits for residential occupancies.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 26-654 c) and Rule 8-304 1).
Question 52 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Refer to the image. How many receptacles in the dining room and living room are required to be "tamper
resistant (TR)"?

a. 4
b. 5 Rule 26-706 1) d) The total is 5 receptacles. 4 in the living room, 1 in the dining room.
c. 6
d. 7

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
5

Question Rationale:
Describe the requirements for tamper-resistant receptacles in dwelling units.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 26-706 1) d)
Question 53 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What should be done if a photo sensor is not reacting to the desired light intensity properly?

a. Adjust the Sensitivity adjustment will cause photo sensor to react at the desired intensity as
sensitivity long as the photo sensor is functioning properly.
b. Throw it out
c. Buy one set for night time
d. Put it on a timer

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Adjust the sensitivity

Question Rationale:
Demonstrate industry knowledge of lighting control devices.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 19
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 54 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Refer to the image. To obtain the equal spread of illumination on the floor, what is the distance of "B"
when using surface mounted luminaries that have two F32T8/741K fluorescent lamps?

a. 0.4 m
b. 0.8 m
c. 1.25 m Distance from the wall = (width / fixtures) / 2 = distance from the wall
15 m / 6 lights = 2.5 m / 2 = 1.25
d. 2.50 m

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
1.25 m

Question Rationale:
Understanding how to calculate lighting spacing.
Material Reference:
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 55 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
If a 130 V rated incandescent lamp is installed in a circuit with a measured voltage of 112.76 V, what will be
increased?

a. Lumens total output

b. Lumens per watt efficiency
c. Greater lamp heat Less heat will be generated
d. Longer lamp life

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
Longer lamp life

Question Rationale:
Demonstrate industry knowledge of lamp characteristics
Material Reference:
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 56 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the maximum distance allowed between 120 V, 5-15R duplex receptacles in the finished walls of a
recreation room in a dwelling unit?

a. 1.2 m
b. 1.8 This is the maximum distance along a finished wall from a receptacle. therefore the distance
m between receptacles can be 2 x 1.8 m = 3.6 m
c. 2.8 m
d. 3.6 m

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
3.6 m

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge and interpretation of codes, regulations and standards pertaining to wiring devices.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 26-722 a)
Question 57 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the maximum number of 5-20R receptacles that may be installed for a kitchen counter in a
dwelling unit when connected on a single 20 A, 120 V branch circuit?

a. 1
b. 2 Rule 26-656 d) i) No more than two receptacles will be installed on a branch circuit for a kitchen
counter in a dwelling unit.
c. 6
d. 8

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
2

Question Rationale:
Understanding of code requirements related to maximum number of outlets per circuit for kitchen counters.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 26-656 d)i)
Question 58 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
Refer to the image. When the gas burner is de-energized, which voltmeter will read 120 V?

a. VM #7
b. VM #2
c. VM #3
d. VM The thermostat is on the 24 V control side of the transformer. If the thermostat is de-
#1 energized we will have a difference in potential and read
24 V on the voltmeter.

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
VM #7

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of how to test components of HVAC systems.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13, Installing heating, ventilation and
cooling (HVAC) systems
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13 Page 41
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 59 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the maximum distance the disconnecting means for a rooftop air conditioner unit can be located
from the unit?

a. 1 m
b. 3 The disconnecting means for air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment shall be located
m within sight and 3 m of the equipment.
c. 7.5 m
d. 9 m

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
3m

Question Rationale:
Understanding of the requirements for a disconnecting means for an air-conditioning motor vs a regular motor.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13 Page 34
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 28-604 5).
Question 60 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What type of contact is the fan limit control in a forced air furnace?

a. Normally closed, opens on temperature rise

b. Normally open, The fan limit control switch is normally open and as the temperature rises
closes on the contacts close to turn on the fan to blow around the warm air.
temperature rise
c. Normally closed, opens on temperature drop
d. Normally open, closes on temperature drop

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Normally open, closes on temperature rise

Question Rationale:
Understanding of how a fan control switch works.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 61 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the requirement for the location of the motor disconnecting means for a refrigeration compressor?

a. Within sight of and within 15 m

b. Within sight of and within 9 m
c. Within sight of and within 7.5 m
d. Within sight of and A disconnect for a heat pump must be located within sight and within 3 m
within 3 m of equipment.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Within sight of and within 3 m

Question Rationale:
Understanding of code requirements for air-conditioning equipment.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13 Page 34
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 28-604 5).
Question 62 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
How much current does a 20 kW, 3-phase, 120/208 V heater draw?

a. 55.6 A Total current = 20 000 W / (208 V x 1.73) = 55.6 A

b. 96.1 A
c. 96.3 A
d. 166.7 A

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
55.6 A

Question Rationale:
Understanding of ohms law and power for calculating a heating load.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13
Name: Industry Practie. Details:
Question 63 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Which statement indicates an acceptable method of supplying power to a 70,000 BTU forced air gas
furnace?

a. From the basement lighting circuit

b. From the nearest receptacle circuit
c. From the circuit supplying the smoke alarms
d. From a separate circuit A circuit supplying power for heating equipment will be supplied from a
used for the furnace only single circuit that is used only for that purpose.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
From a separate circuit used for the furnace only

Question Rationale:
Understanding of code requirements circuits supplying heating equipment.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13 page 39
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 26-806 1).
Question 64 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
An impedance heating system piping is installed with horizontal runs. What is the maximum spacing
between pipe supports?

a. 1.5 m
b. 2 m
c. 3 m Runs of horizontal pipe must be supported every 3 m.
d. 6 m

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
3m

Question Rationale:
Understanding of the code requirements for installation of impedance heating systems.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 62-316 10)
Question 65 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the maximum allowable power output for a heater with a continuous load connected to a 120 V, 15
A single-pole circuit breaker with a continuous rating of 80% and is being fed using an AC90 cable?

a. 1440 W 120 V x 15 A x 0.8 = 1 440 W at 80 % continuous rating.

b. 1800 W
c. 2880 W
d. 3600 W

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
1440 W

Question Rationale:
Understanding of code requirements for an overcurrent device rating for continuous operation.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 8-104 6) a).
Question 66 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A line voltage wall-mounted thermostat is used to control a 1000 W, 120 V baseboard heater in a bedroom
and the thermostat has a marked "OFF" position. How many conductors would be required to be
connected to the thermostat?

a. 2 The thermostat would only have two conductors switching 120 V and not 240 V.
b. 3
c. 4
d. 5

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
2

Question Rationale:
Understanding of code requirements for control devices used for switching electric heating loads.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 14-416.
Question 67 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
When batteries are used for an emergency lighting power supply, how are they required to be
maintained?

a. Drained to 75% once a year

b. Replaced yearly
c. Fully charged at all Under the Canadian Electrical Code, batteries shall be kept fully charged at
times all times.
d. Fully drained and recharged yearly

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Fully charged at all times

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate an understanding of how batteries for emergency lighting power supplies
function when tested.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 14
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 46-104 b) (CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical
Code- Part 1)
Question 68 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the freezing point of electrolyte in a lead acid battery having a specific gravity of 1.150?

a. –10 °C
b. –15 Appendix B 64-802 2)
°C The freezing point of the electrolyte used in a lead-acid battery is –15 °C for a specific
gravity of 1.150.
c. –20 °C
d. –25 °C

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
–15 °C

Question Rationale:
Understanding at what point a lead acid battery will freeze at a specific gravity.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Appendix B
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: 64-802 2)
Question 69 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
A hydrometer has a reading of 1.16. What is the condition of the battery being tested?

a. Half drained
b. Fully charged Lead acid battery will have specific gravity of 1.28
c. Quarter charged
d. Fully drained

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
Quarter charged

Question Rationale:
Understanding of hydrometer readings for batteries.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 14 Page 6
Name: Electrical Quick Reference Guide Details: 2018 Electrical Quick Reference
Question 70 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A cathodic protection system has an available voltage of 60 V. What is the maximum allowable voltage
difference between a point near the anodes and a point that is 1 m away on the earth’s surface?

a. 10 V dc Voltage cannot exceed 10 V dc.

b. 20 V dc
c. 30 V dc
d. 50 V dc

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
10 V dc

Question Rationale:
Describe how to perform tests on a cathodic protection system.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 7
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 80-012
Question 71 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Which sequence of events describes what happens when PB4 is pushed?

a. CR1 relay is energized, CR1 contacts close in the circuit

b. CR2 relay is energized, CR2 contacts close in the circuit
c. CR3 is energized, contacts CR3 relay is energized, CR3 holding contacts in line 7 close and CR3
CR3 seals in relay CR3 contacts in line 10,11, and 12 close, energizing M3 and M4.
d. CR3 is de-energized, contacts CR3 seals in relay CR3 contacts
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is:
CR3 is energized, contacts CR3 seals in relay CR3

Question Rationale:
Describe the operation of motor control schematic diagrams incorporating manual and automatic devices.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15 - Motors and Control Systems -
Installing motor controls
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.

Question 72 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
In an industrial plant, an operator pushes the start button on his machine and nothing happens. During
investigation, it is discovered that there is power present at the motor and it's starter. What is the most
likely cause of the problem?

a. Starter coil open

b. Holding contact fails to close
c. Overload contact fails to open on overload
d. Stop button If the stop button failed to open to de-energize the control circuit, the holding
contact fails contact would not have released and power would not have been removed from the
to open motor and starter.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Stop button contact fails to open

Question Rationale:
Demonstrate industry knowledge of function of motor controls
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 21
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 73 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
While servicing a forward-reverse controller, it is discovered that the forward direction poles are showing
more uneven wear than the reverse poles. What is the most probable cause of the uneven wear on the
forward contact poles?

a. Lack of lubrication
b. Mechanical interlock is defective
c. Shading coil is If the shading coil is broken or missing, this will cause a humming and
missing or broken chattering, which will causes the contacts to have uneven wear.
d. Contactor is the wrong size

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Shading coil is missing or broken

Question Rationale:
An electrician must demonstrate an understanding of how a shading coil works in a contactor.
Material Reference:
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry knowledge and practice
Question 74 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
A wound rotor motor will not start unless all three of the slip rings are shorted out. What is the most
probable cause of this problem?

a. An open winding in the stator

b. A fault in the control rheostat
c. Shorted rotor The rotor is shorted out once all of the resistance has been removed during the
windings startup process and the motor is running.
d. Resistors are connected in the wye configuration

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
A fault in the control rheostat

Question Rationale:
Describe starting requirements for wound rotor motors and their starters.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 75 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is the function of an autotransformer type motor starter?

a. Prevent excessive voltage surges

b. Prevent overloading for short periods
c. Lower the Autotransformer starters, through winding taps, reduce the starting voltage,
starting current thereby limiting inrush current during start-up.
d. Increase the starting torque

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Lower the starting current

Question Rationale:
Describe the functions of different types of reduced voltage starters. Autotransformer starters through winding
taps reduce the voltage, thereby reducing inrush current during start up.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15: Installing Motor Controls and
Protection.
Question 76 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What will occur (to an apparatus) when the circuit to a timer that controls a normally-open "ON DELAY"
contact is energized?

a. Apparatus is energized immediately.

b. Apparatus is not energized until a specific A normally-open on-delay contact (NOTC) is always used to
period of time has elapsed. delay the start up of a component.
c. Apparatus stays energized for a specific period of time after the stop is activated.
d. Apparatus will de-energize immediately

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Apparatus is not energized until a specific period of time has elapsed.

Question Rationale:
Generally speaking, there are two types of electrical timers: on-delay and off-delay. An electrician must understand
the operation of the timed contacts, and must be able to identify the correct symbols for each type.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15 - Motors and Control Systems -Timing
relays
Question 77 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is required with respect to the rating of control equipment used for the control of motor-
compressors?

a. Control equipment must have either a marked or an equivalent locked rotor current rating.
b. Control equipment must have either a marked or an equivalent full load current rating.
c. There are no special requirements regarding locked rotor current but must be rated in HP.
d. Control equipment must have either a marked Control equipment must have either a marked or an
or an equivalent locked rotor current rating and equivalent locked rotor current rating and also have
either a marked or an equivalent full load either a marked or an equivalent full load current
current rating. rating.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Control equipment must have either a marked or an equivalent locked rotor current rating and either a marked or
an equivalent full load current rating.

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of motor control devices and their applications, specifically for motor-compressors.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 28-712 a) and b)
Question 78 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Using the figure, when will the PL1 light come on?

a. When the M3 contacts are open

b. When the M3 contacts are closed
c. When the CR1 When PB2 is pushed and CR1 coil will be energized and the CR1 holding contacts will
relay is close in rung #1 and CR1 contacts in rung #3 will close turning on PL1.
energized
d. When the CR1 relay is de-energized
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is:
When the CR1 relay is energized

Question Rationale:
Describe the operation of motor control schematic diagrams incorporating manual and automatic devices.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.

Question 79 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
A motor is controlled by a variable frequency drive (VFD). The operator is trying to run the process with the
motor operating at a slow speed. If the motor buzzes, but does not turn, what is the probable cause?

a. VFD's frequency is VFD'S use low frequency and voltage to start the motor to limit the inrush
set too low current and control initial start speed.
b. VFD is disconnected
c. Motor has lost one phase
d. Overloads have tripped

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
Motor has lost one phase

Question Rationale:
When wiring and troubleshooting VFD's, you must be able to describe the different components of a VFD and
possible operational issues as a result of component failure.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15: Installing Motor Controls and
Protection.
Question 80 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A tachometer is connected to the feedback of an operational amplifier ("op-amp") to a DC motor controller.
What is this used for?

a. Open-loop speed control

b. Closed- DC motor speed is often regulated with a closed-loop speed controller that uses a feedback
loop sensor. The op-amp continuously compares the actual speed against the set speed in the
speed controller to maintain the speed, even if the load changes.
control
c. Motor overload
d. Motor grounding

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Closed-loop speed control

Question Rationale:
An electrician must be able to understand the operation and components of DC motor speed controls.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 81 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What is a requirement when using solid state switching devices?

a. Used for isolating equipment for troubleshooting

b. Needs an integral Rule 14-702 2) a)
disconnect An integral disconnect will prevent transfer of energy between other
sources of power.
c. Not permitted in process equipment
d. Not cause any harmonic distortions

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Needs an integral disconnect

Question Rationale:
Understanding of disconnecting means for solid state switching devices.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rules 14-700 and 14-702.
Question 82 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
Given the following :

3 Ø 208 V 50 hp squirrel-cage Refrigeration compressor Temperature termination of 90 °C

What is the minimum size of RW90XLPE conductors that can be installed in a run of rigid PVC conduit?

a. No. 1 AWG
b. No. 0 AWG Table 44 = FLC of 143 A for a 50 hp motor.
Minimum calculated conductor amps = 143 x 1.25 = 178.75 A.
Minimum conductor size = No. 2/0 AWG (Table 2) using the 90 degree column.
c. No. 2/0 AWG
d. No. 4/0 AWG

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
No. 2/0 AWG

Question Rationale:
Understanding of code requirements for the size of wire used for motors.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 13 Page 34
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 28-106 1) Table 2 and Table 4
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rules 4-006 1) and 28-706, and Tables 2 and 44.
Question 83 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
The synchronous speed in rpm of an AC induction motor primarily depends on what?

a. Line voltage and feeder voltage drop

b. Line current and motor horsepower
c. Line voltage, current and frequency
d. Line frequency and the number of poles Speed (RPM) = (120 x frequency) / number of poles

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Line frequency and the number of poles

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of motors, their construction and operation.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15, Installing Motor Controls and
Protection
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 16: Installing Motors.
Question 84 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What type of motor is used in small portable power tools (i.e., drills)?

a. Shaded pole motor

b. Shunt motor
c. Capacitor start motor
d. Universal A universal (series DC) motor can be operated on either direct current or single-phase
motor alternating current (AC) at approximately the same speed. It is very good for small
portable power tools.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Universal motor

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of single-phase motors, their applications and operation.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 16, Installs Motors
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 85 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A 240 V dual speed motor runs at 900 rpm and 1800 rpm. What is the voltage at the lower speed?

a. 120 V
b. 150 V
c. 200 V
d. 240 V A 240 V motor operates at 240 V regardless of the speed selection.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
240 V

Question Rationale:
Demonstrate knowledge of dual-speed motors.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 16: Installing Motors.
Question 86 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
Given the following:

600 V 3 Ø squirrel cage pump motor is to be connected by using an SOW cable 20 hp

What is the minimum size of cable required?

a. No. 12 AWG
b. No. 10 AWG
c. No. 11 AWG Motor FLA = 22 amp
Minimum calculated motor conductor amp = 22 A
Minimum SOW cable size = No. 11 AWG
d. No. 9 AWG

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
No. 9 AWG

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of procedures used to install and connect three-phase motors as per Canadian Electrical
Code requirements.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 16
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 28-106 1)
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 12
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 44
Question 87 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What component(s) does a split phase AC motor have?

a. One winding split

b. Wound rotor
c. Starting and running Split-phase motors have two types of windings: a run winding and a start
winding winding.
d. Three windings

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Starting and running winding

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of single-phase motors, their applications and operation.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 16: Installing Motors.
Question 88 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A 4 - 20 mA signal is used to read voltages from 0 - 120 V. What is the voltage when the signal current is 7
mA?

a. 15.0 V
b. 22.5 V Volts per mA - 120 / 16 = 7.5 V per mA; 7 - 4 = 3 mA;
Voltage at 3 ma = 3 x 7.5 = 22.5 V.
c. 37.5 V
d. 45.0 V

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
22.5 V

Question Rationale:
Demonstrates knowledge of automated control systems, their applications and operation.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 2
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 89 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A motor being controlled by a PLC fails to start. Troubleshooting indicates that there is input to the PLC,
output from the PLC, and that the motor starter contacts are closed. What could the problem be?

a. Bad output module

b. Bad input module
c. Tripped overload
d. No line voltage If there is no line voltage present, the motor will not start.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
No line voltage

Question Rationale:
Identify defective components of automated control systems.
Material Reference:
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details:
Question 90 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
How many conductors are required for a 208 V control circuit in a crane pendent cord from the 208 V,
three-phase motor controller to the remote control station containing one stop button, one "Up" button,
one "Down" button, one "Forward" button, and one "Reverse" button? No holding contacts are used for the
control circuit.

a. 5 One conductor for the stop button in series and to pick up each side of Up, Down, Forward, and
Reverse N/O buttons.
One conductor for picking up the other side of the Up button and point 3 at the motor starter.
One conductor for picking up the other side of the Down button and point 5 at the motor
starter.
One conductor for picking up the other side of the Forward button and point 3 at the motor
starter.
One conductor for picking up the other side of the Reverse button and point 5 at the motor
starter.
b. 6
c. 7
d. 8

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
5

Question Rationale:
Describe how many conductors are required in a raceway to connect a remote stop-start station connected to a
forward and reverse, up and down motor starter with no holding contacts?
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 15, Page 10
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.
Question 91 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Which is a true statement regarding fire alarm systems in a non-combustible building?

a. The source of current may be on a branch circuit with other loads

b. Conductors must not be installed in raceways
c. Conductors must have an insulating rating of 150 V and the cable jacket must be red.
d. The disconnecting means supplying Rule 32-108 3)
power to a fire alarm system must These should be the easiest components to identify in an
be clearly identified, coloured red, electrical room. Disconnect switches and breaker handles will
and lockable in the ON position often be painted red to satisfy this requirement. The lock is to
prevent intentional disconnection of the system.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
The disconnecting means supplying power to a fire alarm system must be clearly identified, coloured red, and
lockable in the ON position

Question Rationale:
Fire alarm systems provide life safety service to building occupants. The requirements for these systems are
stringent as a result. An electrician must know what these requirements are, and how to meet them.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 17
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 32-108 3).
Question 92 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
According to the National Building Code of Canada, what is the minimum period of protection against
exposure to fire that conductors supplying a fire pump must have?

a. 0.5 hr
b. 1 If these conductors can hold out for at least an hour, hopefully firefighters have at that point
hr responded and are able to take over.
c. 2 hr
d. 3 hr

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
1 hr

Question Rationale:
In the case of a fire, the purpose of the fire pump is to continue operating as long as possible even if it is directly
inside the fire. As a result, the conductors that feed it should also be resistant to flames. An electrician must know
the proper rating of conductors to be utilized for these systems.
Material Reference:
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Appendix B Note to Rule 32-300. (C22.1:21 Canadian
Electrical Code - Part 1)
Name: National Building Code of Canada Details: 3.2.7.10
Question 93 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Refer to the image. What diagram is correct for the wiring of fire alarm devices for Class 'B' type Fire Alarm
Systems?

a. A
b. B
c. C
d. D That is correct. This diagram is a proper Class B system. The wiring passes through all devices
and ends at an end-of-line resistor.

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
D

Question Rationale:
 An electrician must understand the wiring for conventional Class A and Class B systems. They must be able to
identify the devices in them by symbol and verify their interconnection.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 17: Installing Fire Alarm Systems.
Name: National Building Code of Canada Details: 3.2.4.5(1)

Question 94 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
How is an initiating circuit connected electrically?

a. Series Initiating devices are connected in parallel.

b. Parallel
c. Series/parallel
d. Parallel/series

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
Parallel

Question Rationale:
Understanding how a initiating device is connected electrically.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 17
Name: Industry Practie. Details:
Question 95 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
When communication conductors are direct buried in the same trench as electrical power conductors,
what is the minimum horizontal separation required?

a. 150 mm
b. 300 mm
c. 450 mm The minimum separation from power conductors is 300 mm.
d. 600 mm

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
300 mm

Question Rationale:
Communication cables are often buried. They can either be a direct burial cable or a raceway enclosing a wet
location cable. Burial depths in separations will vary based upon the area it is being buried under, and types of
protection provided.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 18
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 60-600 b).
Question 96 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
Communication cables are to be installed in a conduit run to an outlet box in a room that contains bare
electrical power 27.6 kV busbars. What is the minimum distance between the bare busbars and the
opening of the outlet box?

a. 1 m
b. 2 m
c. 3 m Rule 60-308 2)
The minimum separation distance is 3 m.
d. 4 m

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
3m

Question Rationale:
Electrical communications systems utilize conductors that could be accidentally energized and carry current from
other systems. By providing separation between bare conductors and locations where communications
conductors are accessible (such as outlet boxes), this danger can be mitigated.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 18
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 60-308 2).
Question 97 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A direct burial co-axial cable for a CCTV system is buried beside an in-ground pool. What is the minimum
horizontal distance between the pool and the cable?

a. 0.6 m
b. 1 m
c. 1.5 m Rules 54-610 and 68-056; and Table 61
The cable must maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 m from all points of the pool.
d. 2 m

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
1.5 m

Question Rationale:
Co-axial cables are often buried. They can either be a direct burial cable or a raceway enclosing a wet location cable.
Burial depths in separations will vary based upon the area it is being buried under, any types of protection
provided, other nearby cables or installations, and the type of cable or raceway being utilized.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 18
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Table 61.
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 68-056
Name: CSA C22.1:21 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Details: Rule 54-610
Question 98 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

 
What is enabled/disabled by the building automation system?

a. Chiller
b. Terminal unit
c. Cooling tower
d. Air handling unit The building automation will enable/disable the chiller.

Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is:
Chiller

Question Rationale:
Understanding of how the building automation system works.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 19
Name: Industry Practie. Details:
Question 99 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
What type of communications and network protocol is used by only one device manufacturer in a building
automation system?

a. Open
b. Proprietary This would allow one manufacturer to use the system.
c. Automated
d. Public

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Proprietary

Question Rationale:
Understanding of the type of communication system that can be used by one manufacturer.
Material Reference:
Name: Canadian Electrical Trade Study Guide (2021) Details: Chapter 19
Name: Industry Practie. Details:
Question 100 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

 
A temperature sensing device is damaged on a distributed control system (DCS system). What type of
device should it be replaced with?

a. Single-pole makes-on-temperature-rise thermostat

b. Single-pole makes-on-temperature-drop thermostat
c. Analog That is correct. An automated system needs to see all temperatures, and usually uses
temperature sensors. If there are any desired changes in the process, the field temperature sensing
sensor device can stay the same, and any changes are just programmed as responses in the
software.
d. Thermostat with "Form C" contacts

Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is:
Analog temperature sensor

Question Rationale:
Distributed control systems are a type of automation that uses decentralized control. An electrician must
understand how these systems operate, and how to maintain the components associated with it
Material Reference:
Name: Industry knowledge/practice Details: Industry Practice.

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