Lesson 4.2.1.1
4.2.1.1 Standard circuit diagram symbols Quiz: AQA Physics, Unit 2
20 questions
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The 20 questions
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What is the primary purpose of standard circuit diagram symbols?
- Consistent interpretation
- Reducing resistance
- Measuring voltage
- Increasing current
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Which shape features in the standard circuit symbol for a cell?
- Parallel lines
- Rectangle
- Circle
- Triangle
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Which shape represents a fixed resistor in a circuit diagram?
- Triangle
- Square
- Circle
- Rectangle
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Which addition to a resistor symbol indicates a variable resistor?
- Vertical bar
- Cross inside
- Diagonal arrow
- Parallel line
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Which shape represents a lamp in a standard circuit diagram?
- Rectangle with arrow
- Circle with cross
- Circle with A
- Triangle with line
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Which letter is inside the circle for an ammeter circuit symbol?
- V
- R
- C
- A
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Which symbol represents a voltmeter?
- A circle with V inside
- A circle with A inside
- A zigzag with V inside
- A rectangle with V inside
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Which shape forms the main body of a diode circuit symbol?
- Circle
- Rectangle
- Triangle
- Square
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Which component symbol includes a diagonal line representing temperature dependence?
- Thermistor
- Fuse
- Diode
- Ammeter
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How is an open switch represented in a circuit diagram?
- Closed loop
- Solid line
- Crossed lines
- Raised contact
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How must an ammeter be connected in a circuit to measure current?
- Directly to earth
- In series
- In parallel
- Across the battery
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How must a voltmeter be connected to measure potential difference across a component?
- In parallel
- Inline
- In series
- In reverse
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What does a break in a straight line represent in a circuit diagram?
- Open switch
- Short circuit
- Fixed resistor
- Closed switch
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What happens if a diode is connected the wrong way round?
- Melts the diode
- Blocks current
- Increases resistance
- Reverses polarity
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Which symbol represents a light-dependent resistor (LDR)?
- Resistor with a line
- Resistor with a circle
- Resistor with a cross
- Resistor with arrows
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Which component symbol features a circle with the letter V inside?
- Ammeter
- Voltmeter
- Resistor
- Cell
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What does a dot at a wire junction indicate?
- Fixed resistor
- Switch closed
- Insulated crossing
- Connected wires
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How are component connections shown in a circuit diagram?
- Dashed lines
- Zig-zag lines
- Curved wires
- Straight lines
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Which device would be drawn using a symbol with a cross inside a circle?
- A resistor
- An ammeter
- A lamp
- A voltmeter
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Which symbol represents a battery in a circuit?
- Open switch
- Multiple cells
- Single cell
- Capacitor plates
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