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  1. The bedding on a cable consists of

  2. A.

     Hessian cloth

    B.

     Jute

    C.

     Any of the above

    D.

     None of the above


  3. The insulating material for a cable should have

  4. A.

     Low cost

    B.

     High dielectric strength

    C.

     High mechanical strength

    D.

     All of the above


  5. Underground cables are laid at sufficient depth

  6. A.

     To minimize temperature stresses

    B.

     To avoid being unearthed easily due to removal of soil

    C.

     To minimize the effect of shocks and vibrations due to gassing vehicles, etc.

    D.

     For all of the above reasons


  7. In capacitance grading a homogeneous dielectric is used.

  8. A.

     Yes

    B.

     No


  9. Dielectric strength of rubber is around

  10. A.

     5 kV/mm

    B.

     15 kV/mm

    C.

     30 kV/mm

    D.

     200 kV/mm


  11. The material for armouring on cable is usually

  12. A.

     Steel tape

    B.

     Galvanized steel wire

    C.

     Any of the above

    D.

     None of the above


  13. In the cables, sheaths are used to

  14. A.

     Prevent the moisture from entering the cable

    B.

     Provide enough strength

    C.

     Provide proper insulation

    D.

     None of the above


  15. In a cable immediately above metallic sheath ________ is provided.

  16. A.

     Earthing connection

    B.

     Bedding

    C.

     Armouring

    D.

     None of the above


  17. In capacitance grading of cables we use a _________ dielectric.

  18. A.

     Composite

    B.

     Porous

    C.

     Homogeneous

    D.

     Hygroscopic


  19. The insulating material for cables should

  20. A.

     Be acid proof

    B.

     Be non-inflammable

    C.

     Be non-hygroscopic

    D.

     Have all above properties