{"id":1462,"date":"2023-06-26T17:45:47","date_gmt":"2023-06-26T12:15:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/?p=1462"},"modified":"2023-06-26T17:46:39","modified_gmt":"2023-06-26T12:16:39","slug":"switch-gear-and-protection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/switch-gear-and-protection\/","title":{"rendered":"Switch Gear and Protection &#8211; Electrical Engineering GK MCQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6643489308705072\" data-ad-slot=\"2759669284\"><\/ins><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6643489308705072\" data-ad-slot=\"2759669284\"><\/ins><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/switch-gear-and-protection\/#Switch_Gear_and_Protection_%E2%80%93_Electrical_Engineering_GK_MCQ_%E0%A4%97%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%AF%E0%A4%B0_%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B0_%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%81%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B7%E0%A4%BE_%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B5%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%9A_%E0%A4%95%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%87%E0%A4%82\" >Switch Gear and Protection &#8211; Electrical Engineering GK MCQ (\u0917\u093f\u092f\u0930 \u0914\u0930 \u0938\u0941\u0930\u0915\u094d\u0937\u093e \u0938\u094d\u0935\u093f\u091a \u0915\u0930\u0947\u0902 )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/switch-gear-and-protection\/#Switch_Gear_and_Protection_%E2%80%93_Electrical_Engineering_GK_MCQ_%E2%80%93_Previous_Year_Questions\" >Switch Gear and Protection &#8211; Electrical Engineering GK MCQ  &#8211; Previous Year Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/switch-gear-and-protection\/#Some_Important_Links\" >Some Important Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Switch_Gear_and_Protection_%E2%80%93_Electrical_Engineering_GK_MCQ_%E0%A4%97%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%AF%E0%A4%B0_%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B0_%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%81%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B7%E0%A4%BE_%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B5%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%9A_%E0%A4%95%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%87%E0%A4%82\"><\/span>Switch Gear and Protection <strong>&#8211; Electrical Engineering GK MCQ<\/strong> (\u0917\u093f\u092f\u0930 \u0914\u0930 \u0938\u0941\u0930\u0915\u094d\u0937\u093e \u0938\u094d\u0935\u093f\u091a \u0915\u0930\u0947\u0902 )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Expand your knowledge of switchgear and protection systems with this extensive collection of MCQs sourced from previous year papers of various exams, including UPSC IAS and more. Test your understanding of this critical topic in electrical engineering with our SEO-friendly resource.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Content: Welcome to our MCQs page dedicated to switchgear and protection, an essential aspect of electrical engineering. Whether you&#8217;re preparing for competitive exams like UPSC IAS or aiming to deepen your knowledge in this field, this curated selection of MCQs will be invaluable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our collection features meticulously chosen MCQs from diverse previous year papers, ensuring comprehensive coverage of switchgear and protection concepts, principles, and applications. By attempting these MCQs, you&#8217;ll not only reinforce your understanding of switchgear but also become familiar with the question patterns commonly encountered in competitive exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each question is designed to evaluate your knowledge of switchgear components, their functions, protection schemes, fault analysis, and relevant theoretical concepts. By solving these MCQs, you&#8217;ll gain confidence in tackling complex questions and improve your overall comprehension of switchgear and protection systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepare effectively for your exams by utilizing the rich assortment of MCQs available on this page. Practice and enhance your problem-solving skills while familiarizing yourself with the specific areas of switchgear and protection that are frequently tested in exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Switch_Gear_and_Protection_%E2%80%93_Electrical_Engineering_GK_MCQ_%E2%80%93_Previous_Year_Questions\"><\/span>Switch Gear and Protection <strong>&#8211; Electrical Engineering GK MCQ<\/strong> <strong> &#8211; Previous Year Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>\r\n    \/* Quiz container *\/\r\n    .quiz-container {\r\n        max-width: 800px;\r\n        margin: 0 auto;\r\n        padding: 20px;\r\n        box-sizing: border-box;\r\n        font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question *\/\r\n    .question {\r\n        background-color: #f9f9f9;\r\n        padding: 20px;\r\n        border: 1px solid #ccc;\r\n        font-size: 20px;\r\n        margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n        border-radius: 5px;\r\n        box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\r\n        position: relative;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question header *\/\r\n    .question h4 {\r\n        margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Options list *\/\r\n    .options {\r\n        list-style-type: none;\r\n        padding: 0;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Option item *\/\r\n    .options li {\r\n        margin: 10px;\r\n        padding: 10px;\r\n        display: flex;\r\n        align-items: center;\r\n        border-radius: 5px;\r\n        border: 2px solid #ccc;\r\n        box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Option number *\/\r\n    .options li span {\r\n        margin-right: 10px;\r\n        width: 20px;\r\n        height: 20px;\r\n        border-radius: 50%;\r\n        border: 2px solid black;\r\n        display: flex;\r\n        justify-content: center;\r\n        align-items: center;\r\n        font-weight: bold;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Option colors *\/\r\n    .options li span.option-a {\r\n        background-color: #FFD700; \/* Yellow *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .options li span.option-b {\r\n        background-color: #FF1493; \/* Pink *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .options li span.option-c {\r\n        background-color: #00BFFF; \/* Light Blue *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .options li span.option-d {\r\n        background-color: #7CFC00; \/* Green-Yellow *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .options li span.option-e {\r\n        background-color: #EE82EE; \/* Purple-Pink *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Show answer button *\/\r\n    .show-answer {\r\n        background-color: #0066CC;\r\n        color: #fff;\r\n        border: none;\r\n        padding: 8px 20px;\r\n        font-size: 20px;\r\n        cursor: pointer;\r\n        border-radius: 3px;\r\n        text-align: center;\r\n        display: inline-block;\r\n        margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Answer box *\/\r\n    .answer-box {\r\n        margin: 0 auto;\r\n        padding: 10px;\r\n        font-size: 20px;\r\n        color: #61970F;\r\n        box-sizing: border-box;\r\n        display: none;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question header *\/\r\n    .quiz-container .question-header {\r\n        color: darkblue;\r\n        font-weight: bold;\r\n        margin-right: 10px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question header and text *\/\r\n    .quiz-container .question-header,\r\n    .quiz-container .question-text {\r\n        display: inline;\r\n        font-weight: bold;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Responsive styles *\/\r\n    @media (max-width: 767px) {\r\n        .quiz-container {\r\n            padding: 10px;\r\n        }\r\n    }\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div class=\"quiz-container\">\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">. The main function of a fuse is to<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178942\">protect the line<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178942\">open the circuit<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178942\">protect the appliance<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178942\">prevent excessive currents<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">On which of the following routine tests are conducted?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178946\">Oil circuit breakers<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178946\">Air blast circuit breakers<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178946\">Minimum oil circuit breakers<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178946\">All of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">SF6 gas<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178947\"> is yellow in colour<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178947\">is lighter than air<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178947\">is nontoxic<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178947\">has pungent small<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">The arcing contacts in a circuit breaker are made of<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178949\">copper tungsten alloy<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178949\">porcelain<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178949\">electrolytic copper<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178949\">aluminium alloy<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\"> Which of the following medium is employed for extinction of arc in aircircuit breaker ?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178951\">Water<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178951\">Oil<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178951\">Air<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178951\">SF6<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">With which of the following, a circuit breaker must be equipped for remote operation<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178953\">Inverse time trip<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178953\">Time-delay trip<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178953\">Shunt trip<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178953\">None of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Fault diverters are basically\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178956\">fuses<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178956\">relays<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178956\">fast switches<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178956\">circuit breakers<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A thermal protection switch can protect against<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178959\">short-circuit<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178959\">temperature<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178959\">overload<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178959\">over voltage<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Arc in a circuit behaves as<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178964\"> a capackive reactance<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178964\">an inductive reactance<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178964\">a resistance increasing with voltage rise across the arc<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178964\">a resistance decreasing with voltage rise across the arc<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Thermal circuit breaker has<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178967\">delayed trip action<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178967\">instantaneous trip action<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178967\">both of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178967\">none of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Relays can be designed to respond to changes in\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178971\">resistance, reactance or impedance<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178971\">voltage and current<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178971\">light intensity<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178971\">all above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Overload relays are of\u2026\u2026 type.<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178974\">induction<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178974\">solid state<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178974\">thermal<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178974\">all above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Thermal overload relays are used to protect the motor against overcurrent due to\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178975\">short-circuits<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178975\">heavy loads<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178975\">grounds<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178975\">all of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\"> Magnetic circuit breaker has ______ trip action.<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178978\">delayed<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178978\">instantaneous<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178978\">both of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178978\">none of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">D.C. shunt relays are made of<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178982\">few turns of thin wire<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178982\">few turns of thick wire<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178982\">many turns of thin wire<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178982\">many turns of thick <\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">The relay operating speed depends upon\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178984\">the spring tension<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178984\">the rate of flux built up<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178984\">armature core air gap<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178984\">All of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    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essentially\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_178990\">current carrying contacts called electrodes<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_178990\"> arc extinguishers<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_178990\">circuits to break the system<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_178990\">tr<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\"> The current zero interruption, in oil and air blast circuit breakers, is achieved by<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label 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