Network Theory And Analysis — Part 2 MCQs with Explanations
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Question 1 of 40
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“Maximum power output is obtained from a network when the load resistance is equal to the output resistance of the network as seen terminals of the load”. The above statement is associated with
Correct Answer: Option D — Maximum power transfer theorem
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Maximum power transfer theorem is the correct answer to ““Maximum power output is obtained from a network when the load resistance is equal to the output resistance of the network as seen terminals of the load”. The above statement is associated with”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 2 of 40
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“In any linear bilateral network, if a source of e.m.f. E in any branch produces a current I in any other branch, then same e.m.f. acting in the second branch would produce the same current / in the first branch”. The above statement is associated with
Correct Answer: Option C — Reciprocity theorem
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Reciprocity theorem is the correct answer to ““In any linear bilateral network, if a source of e.m.f. E in any branch produces a current I in any other branch, then same e.m.f. acting in the second branch would produce the same current / in the first branch”. The above statement is associated with”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 3 of 40
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“In any network containing more than one sources of e.m.f. the current in any branch is the algebraic sum of a number of individual fictitious currents (the number being equal to the number of sources of e.m.f.), each of which is due to separate action of each source of e.m.f., taken in order, when the remaining sources of e.m.f. are replaced by conductors, the resistances of which are equal to the internal resistances of the respective sources”. The above statement is associated with
Correct Answer: Option C — Superposition theorem
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Superposition theorem is the correct answer to ““In any network containing more than one sources of e.m.f. the current in any branch is the algebraic sum of a number of individual fictitious currents (the number being equal to the number of sources of e.m.f.), each of which is due to separate action of each source of e.m.f., taken in order, when the remaining sources of e.m.f. are replaced by conductors, the resistances of which are equal to the internal resistances of the respective sources”. The above statement is associated with”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 4 of 40
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Which of the following is the passive element?
Correct Answer: Option A — Capacitance
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Capacitance is the correct answer to “Which of the following is the passive element”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 5 of 40
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For high efficiency of transfer of power, internal resistance of the source should be
Correct Answer: Option B — Less than the load resistance
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Less than the load resistance is the correct answer to “For high efficiency of transfer of power, internal resistance of the source should be”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 6 of 40
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For maximum transfer of power, internal resistance of the source should be
Correct Answer: Option A — Equal to load resistance
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Equal to load resistance is the correct answer to “For maximum transfer of power, internal resistance of the source should be”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 7 of 40
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The circuit has resistors, capacitors and semiconductor diodes. The circuit will be known as
Correct Answer: Option A — Nonlinear circuit
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Nonlinear circuit is the correct answer to “The circuit has resistors, capacitors and semiconductor diodes. The circuit will be known as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 8 of 40
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A linear resistor having 0 < R < $$\infty \,$$ is a
Correct Answer: Option C — Both current controlled and voltage controlled resistor
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both current controlled and voltage controlled resistor is the correct answer to “A linear resistor having 0 < R < $$\infty \,$$ is a”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 9 of 40
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Superposition theorem can be applied only to circuits having
Correct Answer: Option D — Linear bilateral elements
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Linear bilateral elements is the correct answer to “Superposition theorem can be applied only to circuits having”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 10 of 40
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The series element of a band stop filter is
Correct Answer: Option D — Parallel combination of inductance and capacitance
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Parallel combination of inductance and capacitance is the correct answer to “The series element of a band stop filter is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 11 of 40
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To replace a faulty 10 millihenry choke, you could use:
Correct Answer: Option B — Two 5 millihenry chokes in series
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Two 5 millihenry chokes in series is the correct answer to “To replace a faulty 10 millihenry choke, you could use:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 12 of 40
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The value of resistance as measured by a Wheatstone bridge is 10.0 kΩ using a voltage source of 10.0 V. The same resistance is measured by the same bridge using 15.0 V. The value of resistance is
Correct Answer: Option D — 10.0 KΩ
Detailed Academic Explanation:
10.0 KΩ is the correct answer to “The value of resistance as measured by a Wheatstone bridge is 10.0 kΩ using a voltage source of 10.0 V. The same resistance is measured by the same bridge using 15.0 V. The value of resistance is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 13 of 40
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For the two port network shown in the figure The value of [h] parameter matrix is
\[\left[ {\begin{array}{*{20}{c}} 0&1 \\ { - 1}&1 \end{array}} \right]\] is the correct answer to “For the two port network shown in the figure The value of [h] parameter matrix is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 14 of 40
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Two coils having equal resistance but different inductances are connected in series. The time constant of the series combination is
Correct Answer: Option B — Average of the time constants of the individual coils
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Average of the time constants of the individual coils is the correct answer to “Two coils having equal resistance but different inductances are connected in series. The time constant of the series combination is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 15 of 40
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In a tree number of branch b = 10, number of node n = 5. Number of fundamental loop is
Correct Answer: Option C — 6
Detailed Academic Explanation:
6 is the correct answer to “In a tree number of branch b = 10, number of node n = 5. Number of fundamental loop is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 16 of 40
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In the given circuit, the maximum power (in Watts) that can be transferred to the load R L is . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option C — 1.66
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1.66 is the correct answer to “In the given circuit, the maximum power (in Watts) that can be transferred to the load R L is . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 17 of 40
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Find the resonant frequency in the below circuit
Correct Answer: Option A — 229.72 Hz
Detailed Academic Explanation:
229.72 Hz is the correct answer to “Find the resonant frequency in the below circuit”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 18 of 40
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A series RLC circuit has ω 0 = 10 5 , Q = 50, R = 400 Ω. The value of C is
Correct Answer: Option C — 500 pF
Detailed Academic Explanation:
500 pF is the correct answer to “A series RLC circuit has ω 0 = 10 5 , Q = 50, R = 400 Ω. The value of C is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 19 of 40
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Determine the current i 1 in the network.
Correct Answer: Option C — 5.5 A
Detailed Academic Explanation:
5.5 A is the correct answer to “Determine the current i 1 in the network.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 20 of 40
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A delta-connected network with its Wye-equivalent is shown in the figure. The resistances R 1 , R 2 and R 3 (in ohms) are respectively
Correct Answer: Option D — 3, 1.5 and 9
Detailed Academic Explanation:
3, 1.5 and 9 is the correct answer to “A delta-connected network with its Wye-equivalent is shown in the figure. The resistances R 1 , R 2 and R 3 (in ohms) are respectively”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 21 of 40
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For a pair of lossless magnetically coupled coils with respective self inductances L 1 , L 2 (with L 1 < L 2 ) and mutual inductance M, the following is generally true.
Correct Answer: Option B — M2 < L1L2
Detailed Academic Explanation:
M2 < L1L2 is the correct answer to “For a pair of lossless magnetically coupled coils with respective self inductances L 1 , L 2 (with L 1 < L 2 ) and mutual inductance M, the following is generally true.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 22 of 40
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The input voltage V 1 and current I 1 for linear passive network is given by V 1 = AV 2 - BI 2 and I 1 = CV 2 - DI 2 Now consider the following network: Which one of the following is the transfer matrix \[\left[ {\begin{array}{*{20}{c}} {\text{A}}&{\text{B}} \\ {\text{C}}&{\text{D}} \end{array}} \right]\] of the network shown above?
\[\left[ {\begin{array}{*{20}{c}} 1&{10} \\ 0&1 \end{array}} \right]\] is the correct answer to “The input voltage V 1 and current I 1 for linear passive network is given by V 1 = AV 2 - BI 2 and I 1 = CV 2 - DI 2 Now consider the following network: Which one of the following is the transfer matrix \[\left[ {\begin{array}{*{20}{c}} {\text{A}}&{\text{B}} \\ {\text{C}}&{\text{D}} \end{array}} \right]\] of the network shown above”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 23 of 40
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Consider the following properties of a particular network theorem: 1. The theorem is not concerned with type of elements. 2. The theorem is only based on the two Kirchhoff's laws. 3. The reference directions of the branch voltages and currents are arbitrary except that they have to satisfy Kirchhoff's laws. Which one of the following theorems has the above characteristics?
Correct Answer: Option C — Tellegen's theorem
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Tellegen's theorem is the correct answer to “Consider the following properties of a particular network theorem: 1. The theorem is not concerned with type of elements. 2. The theorem is only based on the two Kirchhoff's laws. 3. The reference directions of the branch voltages and currents are arbitrary except that they have to satisfy Kirchhoff's laws. Which one of the following theorems has the above characteristics”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 24 of 40
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In the given circuit, the initial current i(0) = 20 Amp. Then the current in amperes at time t is:
Correct Answer: Option C — 20 e-2t
Detailed Academic Explanation:
20 e-2t is the correct answer to “In the given circuit, the initial current i(0) = 20 Amp. Then the current in amperes at time t is:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 25 of 40
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Which of the following statements is false in case of a series circuit?
Correct Answer: Option A — The voltage drop across each resistor is the same
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The voltage drop across each resistor is the same is the correct answer to “Which of the following statements is false in case of a series circuit”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 26 of 40
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In the circuit shown in the figure, i(t) is a unit step current. The steady-state value of v(t) is
Correct Answer: Option C — 0.1 V
Detailed Academic Explanation:
0.1 V is the correct answer to “In the circuit shown in the figure, i(t) is a unit step current. The steady-state value of v(t) is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 27 of 40
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All poles and zeros of a driving point immittance function of an L-C network
Correct Answer: Option A — should lie on the jω axis
Detailed Academic Explanation:
should lie on the jω axis is the correct answer to “All poles and zeros of a driving point immittance function of an L-C network”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 28 of 40
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For a series RLC circuit, the power factor at the lowest half power frequency is
Correct Answer: Option D — 0.707 leading
Detailed Academic Explanation:
0.707 leading is the correct answer to “For a series RLC circuit, the power factor at the lowest half power frequency is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 29 of 40
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When two coils are connected in parallel and a voltage of 200 V is applied between the terminals, the total current taken by the circuit is 25 A and power dissipated in one of the coil is 1500 W, the resistance of each coil is
Correct Answer: Option B — 26.67 Ω and 11.43 Ω
Detailed Academic Explanation:
26.67 Ω and 11.43 Ω is the correct answer to “When two coils are connected in parallel and a voltage of 200 V is applied between the terminals, the total current taken by the circuit is 25 A and power dissipated in one of the coil is 1500 W, the resistance of each coil is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 30 of 40
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Find the energy expended moving a charge of 40 µC through a potential difference of 5 V:
Correct Answer: Option A — 100 µJ
Detailed Academic Explanation:
100 µJ is the correct answer to “Find the energy expended moving a charge of 40 µC through a potential difference of 5 V:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 31 of 40
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A unit step voltage 2u(t - θ) is applied in a series RC circuit with R = 2 Ω, C = 1 F. Assuming zero initial conditions, find i(t).
i(t) = u(t - θ)e-0.5(t - θ)A is the correct answer to “A unit step voltage 2u(t - θ) is applied in a series RC circuit with R = 2 Ω, C = 1 F. Assuming zero initial conditions, find i(t).”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 32 of 40
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Voltage transfer function of a simple RC integrator has
Correct Answer: Option D — a zero at infinity and a finite pole
Detailed Academic Explanation:
a zero at infinity and a finite pole is the correct answer to “Voltage transfer function of a simple RC integrator has”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 33 of 40
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The switch in the circuit in the figure is in position P for a long time and then moved to position Q at time t = 0. The value of $$\frac{{dv\left( t \right)}}{{dt}}{\text{at }}t = {0^ + }$$ is
Correct Answer: Option C — -3 V/s
Detailed Academic Explanation:
-3 V/s is the correct answer to “The switch in the circuit in the figure is in position P for a long time and then moved to position Q at time t = 0. The value of $$\frac{{dv\left( t \right)}}{{dt}}{\text{at }}t = {0^ + }$$ is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 34 of 40
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All the three inductors are perfectly coupled as shown below, the value of total inductance (in Henry) across the terminal AB is
Correct Answer: Option D — 10
Detailed Academic Explanation:
10 is the correct answer to “All the three inductors are perfectly coupled as shown below, the value of total inductance (in Henry) across the terminal AB is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 35 of 40
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Inductance has the dimensions of
Correct Answer: Option A — $$\frac{{{\text{Flux}}}}{{{\text{Current}}}}$$
Detailed Academic Explanation:
$$\frac{{{\text{Flux}}}}{{{\text{Current}}}}$$ is the correct answer to “Inductance has the dimensions of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 36 of 40
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In the circuit shown in figure, the current through 2 Ω resistor is
Correct Answer: Option A — -94.34 mA
Detailed Academic Explanation:
-94.34 mA is the correct answer to “In the circuit shown in figure, the current through 2 Ω resistor is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 37 of 40
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For any lumped network, for any cut sets and at any instant of time the algebraic sum of all branch currents traversing the cut-set branches is always
Correct Answer: Option B — Zero
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Zero is the correct answer to “For any lumped network, for any cut sets and at any instant of time the algebraic sum of all branch currents traversing the cut-set branches is always”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 38 of 40
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The circulating current in a parallel LC circuit at any resonant frequency is
Correct Answer: Option C — independent of frequency
Detailed Academic Explanation:
independent of frequency is the correct answer to “The circulating current in a parallel LC circuit at any resonant frequency is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 39 of 40
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In the Thevenin equivalent circuit, V th equals
Correct Answer: Option B — open-circuit terminal voltage
Detailed Academic Explanation:
open-circuit terminal voltage is the correct answer to “In the Thevenin equivalent circuit, V th equals”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
Question 40 of 40
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The unit of electrical conductivity is
Correct Answer: Option A — mho/meter
Detailed Academic Explanation:
mho/meter is the correct answer to “The unit of electrical conductivity is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Network Theory And Analysis.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Network Theory And Analysis
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In competitive commission exams (FPSC, PPSC, KPPSC, SPSC, CSS, PMS), questions are frequently phrased with distractor options designed to catch rote learners. Whenever you answer an MCQ, read the Detailed Academic Explanation and Conceptual Anchor to understand why the remaining options are incorrect.