Attenuators - Electronic Engineering (MCQ) questions & answers

1)   Referring to the schematic of symmetrical π attenuator below, what will be the computational value of attenuation in neper, if D = 20 dB & R0 = 400 ohm?

a. 10
b. 20
c. 40
d. 80
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 10

Explanation:
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2)   If the value of (P1 / P2)  in power ratio expressed in terms of dB is greater than unity, what does 'D' indicate in the network?

a. Power loss
b. Power gain
c. Power stability
d. Power saving
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Power loss

Explanation:
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3)   In accordance to the circuit configuration of bridged 'T' variable attenuator below, how many resistors should be varied in order to achieve variable attenuation?

a. Only one
b. Two
c. Three
d. Four
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Two

Explanation:
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4)   Variable attenuators exhibit variable attenuation but constant __________

a. Input impedance
b. Output impedance
c. Both a and b
d. None of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both a and b

Explanation:
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5)   Why are the variable attenuators applicable for radio broadcasting purposes?

a. For speed control
b. For volume control
c. For time control
d. For power control
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: For volume control

Explanation:
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6)   For the symmetrical 'T' attenuator shown below, what would be the value of shunt arm resistance with N = 10 & design impedance = 500 ohm?

a. 51.21 ohm
b. 101.01 ohm
c. 305.90 ohm
d. 409.90 ohm
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 101.01 ohm

Explanation:
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7)   Which type of attenuators provide a fixed amount of attenuation by allowing the user to vary the attenuation in multiple steps?

a. Ladder attenuators
b. Variable-value attenuators
c. Pad attenuators
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Ladder attenuators

Explanation:
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