EIAT and NEIEP Test Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. What does Ohm's Law state? → Voltage equals current multiplied by resistance (V = IR)
2. What is a job hazard analysis (JHA)? → A document that identifies and controls hazards before a task begins
3. A 120V circuit draws 15A. How many watts of power is being consumed? → 1800W
4. Which word does NOT belong: hammer, screwdriver, wrench, voltmeter, pliers? → Voltmeter
5. If you rotate a right triangle 90 degrees clockwise, which side becomes the new base? → The side that was vertical
6. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for electrical work includes: → Insulated gloves, arc flash suit, face shield, and safety footwear
7. What does OSHA stand for? → Occupational Safety and Health Administration
8. What is the purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on an electrical job site? → To protect workers from injuries and hazards
9. What type of fitting must be used when transitioning from rigid metal conduit (RMC) to flexible metal conduit (FMC) at a motor? → A liquidtight flexible connector or FMC connector
10. What is the function of a control transformer in a motor control panel? → To step down the line voltage to a lower, safer control circuit voltage such as 120V
11. Looking at a series: triangle, square, pentagon, hexagon — what comes next? → Heptagon
12. On a blueprint, what does a solid thick line typically represent? → A visible edge or wall
13. What does a megohmmeter (megger) test? → Insulation resistance of conductors and equipment
14. A matrix shows: Row 1: star, circle, star. Row 2: circle, star, circle. Row 3: star, circle, _. What fills the blank? → Star
15. What is the purpose of the NEC's conduit fill rules? → To limit the number of conductors in a conduit to prevent overheating
16. The standard frequency of AC power in the United States is: → 60 Hz
17. Which sections are included in the standard EIAT exam? → Algebra and functions, reading comprehension, and mechanical aptitude
18. What is the primary function of a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)? → To control motor speed by varying the frequency and voltage of the power supply
19. On a mechanical or electrical plan, what does 'EWC' typically stand for? → Electric Water Cooler
20. A GFCI outlet is designed to protect against: → Ground faults and electrocution
21. What does a transformer do in an electrical system? → Changes AC voltage from one level to another
22. What does NEMA stand for in the context of motor controls? → National Electrical Manufacturers Association
23. What word pairs are the opposites of "predominant"? → Subsidiary
24. What is the prevailing wage in the electrical trade? → A government-set minimum wage rate for workers on public contracts
25. Which transformation of a capital letter 'R' would make it look most like a mirrored image? → Flip horizontally
26. A circuit has three resistors in parallel: 10Ω, 20Ω, and 40Ω. What is the equivalent resistance? → 5.71Ω
27. What is a Material Safety Data Sheet (SDS) used for? → To communicate hazard information about chemicals used on the job site
28. What must be done before drilling through a wall in an existing structure? → Check for hidden wiring, pipes, and structural members
29. A room measures 12 feet × 15 feet. What is its area in square feet? → 180 sq ft
30. According to NEC Article 430, the branch circuit conductors supplying a single continuous-duty motor must have an ampacity of at least: → 125% of the motor full-load current (FLC)