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[su_note note_color=”#fcf2e0″]Note that Questions are based on the NERDC curriculum (UBE compliant)[/su_note]
Sample Basic Technology Exam Questions and Answers
APPLIED ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.
1. This diagram represents _______ arrangement of insulators.

A. circular
B. horizontal
C. vertical
D. triangular
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2. These items are known as ____ insulators.

A. suspended
B. pin type
C. copper type
D. strain type
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3. When the switch is closed, current will flow from the _____ to the______ of a circuit.
A. inductor, battery
B. battery, capacitor
C. inductor, capacitor
D. capacitor, battery
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4. Which of the following power stations uses burning charcoal as a source of electricity generation?
A. Egbin power station
B. Afam power station
C. Kainji Dam
D. Oji river power station
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is D
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5. A loudspeaker converts information signals, in form of _______ back into sound.
A. electric current
B. magnetic waves
C. aerial sounds
D. radio waves
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BUILDING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.
1. What is the name of this handtool?

A. Chain saw
B. Matchet
C. spade
D. Axe
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2. The _____ is used in setting out a building when greater accuracy is needed.
A. telescope
B. satellite
C. grader
D. theodolite
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3. What is the name of this mechanical equipment?

A. Inserted orbital chain
B. Inverted mechanical saw
C. Tractor shovel
D. Reciprocating chain saw
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is D
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4. The equipment used for lifting and loading large quantities of loose materials into trucks is called ____ .
A. bulldozer
B. tipper
C. tractor shovel
D. truck
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is C
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5. Which of the following are tools for Setting out?
A. Shovels and spade
B. Pegs and tape
C. Graders and loaders
D. Rods and glue
[su_accordion][su_spoiler title=”See the Answer” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]The correct answer is B
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