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EEI Tech Reading Comprehension Flashcards

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  1. A safety manual states: 'All personnel must de-energize equipment before performing maintenance.' What does 'de-energize' most likely mean?

    Answer: Remove electrical power

    In an electrical context, 'de-energize' means to disconnect or remove power from the equipment.

  2. A procedure reads: 'Verify insulation resistance before applying voltage.' What must happen FIRST?

    Answer: Check insulation resistance

    The word 'before' indicates insulation resistance must be checked prior to applying voltage.

  3. A report states: 'Three of five generators were operational; the remaining units underwent scheduled maintenance.' How many generators were under maintenance?

    Answer: 2

    5 total − 3 operational = 2 undergoing maintenance.

  4. An instruction reads: 'Tighten all connections to manufacturer specifications; over-tightening may damage terminals.' What is the risk of over-tightening?

    Answer: Terminal damage

    The passage explicitly states that over-tightening may damage terminals.

  5. A notice reads: 'Equipment tagged 'Out of Service' must NOT be operated under any circumstances.' A technician needs to test a tagged motor. What should they do?

    Answer: Get supervisor clearance before proceeding

    The notice says 'under any circumstances,' meaning authorization/clearance is required before operating tagged equipment.

  6. A manual states: 'Conductors must be rated for 125% of the continuous load.' If the continuous load is 40 amps, what is the minimum conductor rating?

    Answer: 50 A

    40 × 1.25 = 50 amps minimum conductor rating.

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