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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · PHYSICS · Unit

Electricity

249 practice questions

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1–10 of 121 · Easy

  1. Question 1

    1 mark · Easy

    What is the correct SI unit for resistance?

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  2. Question 2

    1 mark · Easy

    Which of these wires in a plug is normally at 0 V?

    1. A.Live wire
    2. B.Neutral wire
    3. C.Earth wire
    4. D.Fuse
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  3. Question 3

    1 mark · Easy

    State the role of the earth wire in a domestic mains circuit.

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  4. Question 4

    1 mark · Easy

    Name the SI unit used to measure electric current.

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  5. Question 5

    3 marks · Easy

    A UK plug connects an electric iron to the mains supply.

    (a)

    Name the material used for the plug's casing.

    [1 mark]
    (b)

    State why this material is used for the casing.

    [1 mark]
    (c)

    Name the metal most commonly used for the pins inside the plug.

    [1 mark]
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  6. Question 6

    2 marks · Easy

    A toaster is designed to work with a current of 4 A.

    (a)

    What size fuse should be used to protect this toaster?

    [1 mark]
    (b)

    Explain why it is not safe to use a fuse with a much higher rating.

    [1 mark]
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  7. Question 7

    1 mark · Easy

    State the SI unit used to measure electric charge.

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  8. Question 8

    1 mark · Easy

    Give the SI unit for electrical power.

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  9. Question 9

    1 mark · Easy

    State the unit used to measure electrical power.

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  10. Question 10

    1 mark · Easy

    Which of the following appliances is designed to use the heating effect of electric current?

    1. A.Electric kettle
    2. B.Television
    3. C.Table fan
    4. D.Doorbell
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