GRADE 10
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
POWER SYSTEMS
TERM 3 EXAMINATION - 2021
JUNE EXAMINATIONS - 2018
MARKS: 50 TIME: 1 hour
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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1. This question paper consists of FOUR questions.
2. Answer ALL the questions.
3. Sketches and diagrams must be large, neat and fully labelled.
4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.
5. Write neatly and legibly.
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QUESTION 1: Domestic Installations
1.1 What is domestic installation? (2)
1.2 State the standard value of the following items in South Africa with reference to
domestic installation:
1.2.1 Single-phase voltage (2)
1.2.2 Frequency (2)
1.3 Describe the aim of SANS. (4)
[10]
QUESTION 2: Distribution Boards
2.1 Name ONE place where a distribution board may NOT be mounted. (2)
2.2 State the function of the following devices:
2.2.1 Miniature circuit breaker (2)
2.2.2 Earth leakage (2)
[6]
QUESTION 3: Earthing
3.1 What is earthing? (2)
3.2 Explain the term ‘earth spike’ (3)
3.3 What is the purpose for earthing? (3)
[8]
QUESTION 4: Sub-circuits
4.1 Complete the missing information below by writing the number and correct
answer in your answer book. (5)
Sub-circuits Sectional area Rating current
Light 1,5 mm² 4.1.1
Socket outlet 4.1.2 20 A
Earth leakage 16 mm² 4.1.3
4.1.4 6 mm² 40 A
Geyser 4.1.5 20 A
4.2 Draw and label a circuit diagram that shows how one lamp may be controlled
from three different positions. (10)
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4.3 Name the circuit in question 4.2 above. (2)
4.4 There are five tests that must be done after an installation, mention any 3 of
these tests. (3)
4.5 Answer this question by identifying and explaining the purpose for each. Write
the number and the correct answer in your answer book. (6)
IDENTIFICATION PURPOSE
4.5.1 4.5.2
4.5.3 4.5.4
(26)
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