Network Theorems
41. The superposition theorem is applicable to
- linear, non-linear and time variant responses
- linear and non-linear resistors only
- linear responses only
- none of the above
Correct answer: (C)
linear responses only
42. The superposition theorem requires as many circuits to be solved as there are
- sources, nodes and meshes
- sources and nodes
- sources
- nodes
Correct answer: (C)
sources
43. Thevenin resistance Rth is found
- by removing voltage sources along with their internal resistances
- by short-circuiting the given two terminals
- between any two ‘open' terminals
- between same open terminals as for Etk
Correct answer: (D)
between same open terminals as for Etk
44. To determine the polarity of the voltage drop across a resistor, it is necessary to know
- value of current through the resistor
- direction of current through the resistor
- value of resistor
- e.m.fs. in the circuit
Correct answer: (B)
direction of current through the resistor
45. Which of the following is a bilateral element ?
- Constant current source
- Constant voltage source
- Capacitance
- None of the above
Correct answer: (C)
Capacitance
46. Which of the following is non-linear circuit parameter ?
- Inductance
- Condenser
- Wire wound resistor
- Transistor
Correct answer: (A)
Inductance
47. Which of the following is the passive element ?
- Capacitance
- Ideal current source
- Ideal voltage source
- All of the above
Correct answer: (A)
Capacitance
48. While calculating Rth in Thevenin's theorem and Norton equivalent
- all independent sources are made dead
- only current sources are made dead
- only voltage sources are made dead
- all voltage and current sources are made dead
Correct answer: (A)
all independent sources are made dead