Port Antonio High

END OF YEAR EXAMINATION

Shift Two (2)
Grade 9
Resource and Technology
Electrical and Electronic Technology

Name: ___________________________

This paper consists of FOUR sections. Candidates MUST answer ALL items.

SECTION A: You must answer ALL items from this section.

SECTION B: You must answer ALL items from this section.

SECTION C: You must answer ALL items from this section.

SECTION D: You must answer ALL items from this section.

CALCULATORS ARE ALLOWED

Section Marks Allotted Marks received Percentage %

Section A 25

Section B 20

Section C 25

Section D 30

Total 100

All answers must be CLEARLY stated

DO NOT TURN THIS PAGE UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO!!

Section A – Ohm’s Law (25 marks)

1. State Ohm’s Law. (2 marks)

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2. Write the Ohm’s Law formula and name each symbol. (2 marks)
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3. Complete the following calculations. Show all working.

a) A circuit has a voltage of 12V and resistance of 4Ω. Calculate the current. (3 marks)

b) A current of 3A flows through a 6Ω resistor. Find the voltage. (3 marks)

c) A 9V battery produces a current of 1.5A. Find the resistance. (3 marks)

d) A circuit has a resistance of 10Ω and carries 2A of current. What is the voltage? (3
marks)

e) If a 15V battery powers a device with 5Ω resistance, find the current. (3 marks)

f) Complete the table below using Ohm’s Law. (6 marks)

Fill in the missing value. Use V = I × R.

Voltage (V) Current (I) Resistance (R)

12V 4Ω
5A 2Ω
9V 3A
Section B – Electrical Safety (20 marks)

4. List five (5) electrical safety rules you should follow in the workshop. (5 marks)

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5. Explain why it is dangerous to touch electrical equipment with wet hands. (3 marks)

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6. What is the purpose of a fuse and a circuit breaker? How do they help prevent fires? (4
marks)

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7. Give three (3) things to avoid when using electrical cords or plugs. (3 marks)

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8. Explain the role of insulation in electrical safety. (2 marks)

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9. Describe one situation where an appliance could become a fire hazard. (3 marks)

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Section C – Fire & Fire Safety (25 marks)

10. List three (3) common causes of electrical fires. (3 marks)

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 11. State five (5) safety rules to follow if there is an Emergency at school. (5 marks)

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12. Explain the “fire triangle” and name its three elements. (6 marks)

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13. Why should water NOT be used on an electrical fire? Explain your answer. (3 marks)

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14. Describe the correct evacuation procedure if a fire alarm goes off at school. (4 marks)

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15. Explain the difference between a Class A, Class B, and Class C fire. Give one example of
each. (4 marks)

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Section D – Fire Extinguishers (30 marks)

16. Name four (4) main types of fire extinguishers. (4 marks)

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 17. Match the fire classes to what is burning: Write the correct letter next to each class.(4
marks)

Fire Class What is Burning (Choose A–D)

Class A _______
Class B _______
Class C _______
Class D _______

Options:
A. Flammable liquids (e.g., gasoline, oil)
B. Metals (e.g., magnesium, aluminium)
C. Wood, paper, cloth
D. Electrical equipment

18. Which fire extinguisher is best for each of the following? (6 marks)
a) Burning oil in a kitchen – __________
b) Computer on fire – __________
c) Burning paper in a bin – __________
19. What does the acronym PASS mean when using a fire extinguisher? (4 marks)
P – _______
A – _______
S – _______
S – _______
20. Explain why it is important to use the correct type of fire extinguisher for each class of
fire. Give two examples of what could go wrong if the wrong extinguisher is used.(4
marks)

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21. Not all fire extinguishers can be used in the same way.
a) Why is it important to read the instructions on a fire extinguisher before using it? (2
marks)

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b) Some extinguishers release foam, others release powder or gas. Explain why this
matters when choosing which one to use. (2 marks)

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22. State two (2) reasons why knowing how to use a fire extinguisher is important. (4 marks)

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