Free ASVAB Section 5: Electronic Information Exam Braindumps
ASVAB Section Five : Electronic Information Questions 66–70 (page: 15)

Updated On: 9-Feb-2026

Another name for a transistor is _______________.

  1. integrated circuit
  2. semiconductor
  3. transfer resistor
  4. rathbone connector

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

The word "transistor" is a shortening of the term "transfer resistor". The transistor's original name when it was invented in 1933 was the "crystal amplifier".



Current that changes polarity many times per second is called _____________.

  1. direct current
  2. oscillating current
  3. alternating current
  4. AC/DC current

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Current that changes polarity many times per second is called alternating current.



The measurement "mil" refers to ________________.

  1. a quarter or an inch
  2. one thousandth of an inch
  3. a millionth of an inch
  4. a hundredth of an inch

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

A "mil" (from milli) refers to one thousandth.



A filter is used in a power supply to ________________.

  1. convert alternating current to direct current.
  2. change direct current to alternating current.
  3. even out voltage variations.
  4. smooth out power surges.

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

A filter is placed in the power supply to even out any voltage variations. In some cases, a choke may be used in the filter to smooth out the current variations.



Which of the following contains an electromagnet?

  1. Light switch
  2. Doorbell
  3. Fluorescent lightbulb
  4. Incandescent lightbulb

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Of the items listed, only a doorbell contains an electromagnet.



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