Instructions: Read each question carefully and choose the best answer.

1. Which of the following best defines electromechanical systems?

a) Systems that solely rely on electrical energy
b) Systems that involve the interaction between electrical and mechanical components
c) Systems that only focus on mechanical processes
d) Systems used exclusively in computer engineering
2. Why are electromechanical systems important in modern industry?
a) They are easy to operate
b) They reduce human labor and increase precision in automation
c) They are inexpensive to manufacture
d) They function without the need for electrical power
3. Which of the following is NOT an application of electromechanical systems?
a) Robotics automation
b) Mechanical clocks
c) Manufacturing processes
d) Virtual reality systems
4. In basic electrical systems, what does ‘resistance’ measure?
a) The flow of electrical charge
b) The opposition to current flow
c) The speed of electron movement
d) The stored electrical energy
5. What unit is used to measure voltage?
a) Amperes
b) Volts
c) Ohms
d) Watts
6. Which of the following best describes ‘force’ in mechanical systems?
a) The rate of change of velocity
b) A push or pull that can cause an object to move
c) The resistance to motion
d) The speed of an object in motion
7. What is the relationship between force and torque?
a) Torque is the rotational equivalent of force
b) Force always results in torque
c) Force is only applicable in linear motion
d) Torque measures the speed of rotation
8. In energy conversion principles, which of the following occurs in electromechanical
systems?
a) Energy is converted from mechanical to chemical
b) Energy is transformed from electrical to mechanical and vice versa
c) Energy is dissipated as heat
d) Energy is stored as potential energy only

Module 2: Electric Machines and Their Operation

9. Which type of electric machine is commonly used in household fans?

a) DC motor
b) AC induction motor
c) Stepper motor
d) Servo motor
10. What is the primary difference between DC and AC machines?
a) DC machines operate with direct current, while AC machines operate with alternating current
b) AC machines are smaller than DC machines
c) DC machines are more efficient
d) AC machines cannot be used in power generation
11. Which of the following machines is known for precise control of position and speed?
a) Induction motor
b) Stepper motor
c) Alternator
d) Synchronous motor
12. What is the principle behind electromagnetic induction?
a) A current-carrying conductor generates a magnetic field
b) A moving magnetic field induces a current in a conductor
c) A magnetic field blocks the flow of current
d) Electrical energy is converted to thermal energy
13. Which of the following is true for motor action?
a) A current-carrying conductor experiences a force when placed in a magnetic field
b) Electrical energy is stored as magnetic potential energy
c) Motor action is independent of the current supplied
d) It is solely a mechanical process
14. How does generator action differ from motor action?
a) Generator action converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, whereas motor action converts
electrical energy into mechanical energy
b) Both actions are identical in function
c) Generator action involves storing electrical energy
d) Motor action is used only in AC machines
15. In terms of torque-speed characteristics, which statement is correct?
a) Torque and speed are always directly proportional
b) Higher speed often results in lower torque in most machines
c) Torque remains constant regardless of speed
d) Torque increases as speed increases in all machines
16. What is one common source of efficiency loss in electric machines?
a) Perfect insulation of windings
b) Friction in moving parts
c) Ideal energy conversion
d) Zero load operation
17. Why is load matching important in machine operation?
a) To increase machine size
b) To maximize the torque production
c) To minimize losses and improve overall efficiency
d) To make the machine louder
18. Which machine would you select for a high-precision manufacturing robot?
a) Synchronous motor
b) Induction motor
c) Stepper motor
d) DC generator
 19. Which motor is typically used in electric vehicles for high torque?
a) Brushless DC motor (BLDC)
b) Stepper motor
c) Alternator
d) AC synchronous motor
20. Which electric machine can operate both as a motor and a generator?
a) Induction motor
b) Stepper motor
c) Synchronous motor
d) Servo motor
21. What is the function of a commutator in a DC machine?
a) To increase the voltage output
b) To reverse the direction of current in the armature windings
c) To cool the machine
d) To decrease electrical resistance
22. Which machine produces a rotating magnetic field in its stator?
a) DC motor
b) Synchronous motor
c) Stepper motor
d) Alternator
23. What is the typical speed range of a servo motor?
a) 0 to 500 RPM
b) 500 to 10,000 RPM
c) Variable, based on control input
d) Fixed at 1500 RPM
24. Which of the following best describes ‘power’ in an electrical system?
a) The rate at which energy is transferred
b) The amount of energy stored
c) The potential difference between two points
d) The resistance in a circuit
25. What is the relationship between current and resistance, according to Ohm’s law?
a) Directly proportional
b) Inversely proportional
c) No relationship
d) Always equal
26. Which of the following is an example of a mechanical system converting energy?
a) A steam turbine generating electricity
b) A solar panel absorbing sunlight
c) A battery storing charge
d) A capacitor discharging
27. In electromechanical systems, what role does the rotor play?
a) Provides magnetic flux
b) Rotates to convert electrical energy to mechanical energy
c) Holds the windings
d) Insulates the electrical system
28. Which machine is ideal for a continuous high-speed application?
a) Stepper motor
b) Induction motor
c) DC motor
d) Synchronous motor
29. What type of machine is used in computer printers for precise paper movement?
a) Induction motor
b) Stepper motor
c) Servo motor
d) BLDC motor
30. Which machine is preferred in renewable energy applications like wind turbines?
a) Induction motor
b) Synchronous generator
c) Stepper motor
d) Alternator
31. What principle governs the operation of induction motors?
a) Mutual induction
b) Self-induction
c) Direct current generation
d) Electrostatic force
32. In which part of an electric machine is electrical energy typically converted to
mechanical energy?
a) The stator
b) The rotor
c) The commutator
d) The winding
33. Which of the following is a feature of BLDC motors?
a) No brushes
b) Constant torque
c) High noise levels
d) Requires frequent maintenance
34. What causes losses in electric machines?
a) Perfect energy conversion
b) Friction and heat
c) Zero-load operation
d) High-efficiency materials
35. What is the purpose of insulation in electric machines?
a) To increase magnetic flux
b) To reduce energy losses
c) To protect against electrical leakage
d) To increase machine speed
36. Why are synchronous motors preferred in applications requiring constant speed?
a) They are more efficient
b) They can adjust their speed easily
c) They run at a speed synchronized with the supply frequency
d) They have lower starting torque
37. Which component in an electric machine helps to reduce energy losses?
a) The commutator
b) The rotor windings
c) The stator
d) The cooling system
 38. In mechanical systems, what does the term ‘velocity’ refer to?
a) The speed of an object
b) The rate of change of position in a specific direction
c) The amount of force applied
d) The resistance to motion
39. What is the role of a stator in electric machines?
a) To store electrical energy
b) To produce a magnetic field
c) To rotate and create mechanical energy
d) To reduce electrical noise
40. Which system is more efficient at energy conversion: electrical or mechanical?
a) Electrical systems
b) Mechanical systems
c) Both are equally efficient
d) Neither system is efficient
41. How does power factor impact machine performance?
a) It reduces the current required to produce power
b) It increases machine speed
c) It has no effect on performance
d) It helps synchronize the machine with the supply
42. Which machine type is known for high starting torque?
a) Induction motor
b) Synchronous motor
c) BLDC motor
d) Stepper motor
43. What is the function of a field winding in a synchronous motor?
a) To generate an alternating current
b) To produce the magnetic field needed for operation
c) To dissipate heat
d) To control the speed of the rotor
44. In which application would you find an alternator?
a) Powering electric trains
b) Charging batteries in vehicles
c) Operating CNC machines
d) Driving industrial pumps
45. Which type of motor is often used in CNC machines?
a) Stepper motor
b) Induction motor
c) BLDC motor
d) Synchronous motor
46. What happens when an electric motor is overloaded?
a) It runs faster
b) It stops operating
c) It generates more torque
d) It becomes more efficient
47. Why is torque a critical factor in machine design?
a) It determines the size of the machine
b) It influences the machine’s ability to drive loads
c) It affects the insulation of the windings
d) It increases energy conversion efficiency
48. Which of the following machines operates based on the principle of mutual induction?
a) Induction motor
b) Stepper motor
c) DC motor
d) Servo motor
49. How does load affect the performance of a generator?
a) Load increases efficiency
b) Load decreases output voltage
c) Load reduces the magnetic field
d) Load improves speed
50. What role does magnetic flux play in the operation of electric machines?
a) It increases the resistance of windings
b) It allows the conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy
c) It reduces the efficiency of the machine
d) It only affects DC machines