ASE A6 Domain 1: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis Welcome to your ASE A6 Domain 1: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis 1. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis In an automotive electrical circuit, what does Ohm's law describe? A. The relationship between voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R) B. The power output of the alternator C. The behavior of electrons in a conductor D. The rate of battery discharge None 2. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis Which of the following electrical components is commonly used to store electrical energy in an automotive electrical system? A. Starter motor B. Alternator C. Battery D. Ignition coil None 3. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis What is the purpose of a diode in an electrical circuit? A. To increase voltage B. To regulate current C. To store electrical energy D. To allow current to flow in only one direction None 4. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis Which component in an automotive electrical system is responsible for converting mechanical energy into electrical energy? A. Battery B. Starter motor C. Alternator D. Ignition coil None 5. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis When using a digital multimeter (DMM) to measure resistance, what should you do before taking the reading? A. Set the DMM to voltage mode B. Short-circuit the test leads C. Zero the DMM by touching the test leads together D. Disconnect the battery None 6. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis Which of the following is a common symptom of a faulty ignition coil? A. Poor fuel economy B. Dim headlights C. Engine misfire D. Brake pedal vibration None 7. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis What does a fuse primarily protect in an electrical circuit? A. Voltage B. Current C. Resistance D. Capacitance None 8. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis What component in a vehicle's electrical system is responsible for regulating the voltage supplied to various electrical loads? A. Starter motor B. Battery C. Alternator D. Ignition coil None 9. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis Which of the following is a common cause of a parasitic battery drain in a vehicle's electrical system? A. Properly functioning accessories B. A discharged battery C. Faulty wiring D. A fully charged alternator None 10. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis What type of electrical circuit allows current to flow in only one path? A. Parallel circuit B. Series circuit C. Complex circuit D. Open circuit None 11. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis Which of the following is a common purpose of a relay in an automotive electrical system? A. To increase voltage B. To regulate current C. To amplify sound D. To switch high-current loads None 12. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis What is the primary function of a vehicle's ignition switch? A. To control the radio B. To adjust the seat position C. To activate the air conditioning D. To control power to the ignition system None 13. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis In an electrical circuit, what does the term "ground" refer to? A. The positive terminal of the battery B. A low-resistance path to the earth or chassis C. The negative terminal of the battery D. The amount of current flowing in the circuit None 14. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis Which of the following is a common function of a vehicle's alternator? A. Providing power to the starter motor B. Charging the battery and supplying power to electrical loads C. Controlling the transmission shifting D. Regulating tire pressure None 15. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis What is the purpose of a vehicle's fuse box? A. To store extra fuses B. To provide a convenient location for spare parts C. To distribute electrical power to various circuits and protect them D. To control engine performance None 16. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis Which electrical component is responsible for regulating engine speed in a modern fuel-injected vehicle? A. Spark plug B. Alternator C. Throttle position sensor (TPS) D. Brake pedal None 17. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis What is the primary purpose of a vehicle's starter solenoid? A. To engage the transmission B. To turn the engine over C. To control the headlights D. To charge the battery None 18. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis What type of electrical circuit has multiple paths for current flow, providing redundancy? A. Parallel circuit B. Series circuit C. Complex circuit D. Closed circuit None 19. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis When troubleshooting an electrical problem, which tool is commonly used to test the continuity of a wire or circuit? A. Multimeter B. Timing light C. Torque wrench D. Socket set None 20. ASE A6: General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis In a typical 12-volt automotive electrical system, which color is often used for the positive (+) wires? A. Black B. Red C. Green D. Blue None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
