Network Theory Test Questions - Set 1

1)   In any linear network, the elements like inductor, resistor and capacitor always_________

a. Exhibit changes due to change in temperature
b. Exhibit changes due to change in voltage
c. Exhibit changes due to change in time
d. Remains constant irrespective of change in temperature, voltage and time
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Remains constant irrespective of change in temperature, voltage and time

Explanation:
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2)   Which type of networks allow the physical separability of the network elements (resistors, inductors & capacitors) for analysis purpose?

a. Lumped Networks
b. Distributed Networks
c. Unilateral Networks
d. Bilateral Networks
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Lumped Networks

Explanation:
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3)   Which law plays a significant role in the loop analysis of the network?

a. KCL
b. KVL
c. Law of Superposition Theorem
d. None of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: KVL

Explanation:
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4)   How is the loop analysis different in application/functioning level as compared to Kirchoff's law?

a. Utilization of loop currents instead of branch currents for writing equations
b. Capability of branch current to carry multiple networks
c. Reduction in the number of unknowns for complex networks
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: All of the above

Explanation:
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5)   Which theorem assists in replacement of an impedance branch over the network by the other network comprising different circuit components, without affecting the V-I relations throughout the entire network?

a. Superposition Theorem
b. Compensation Theorem
c. Substitution Theorem
d. Maximum Power Transfer Theorem
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Substitution Theorem

Explanation:
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6)   What should be done, if the dependent current and voltage sources are present in a circuit while applying 'Superposition Theorem'?

a. Replace them by open circuit
b. Replaced them by short circuit
c. Keep in their original form without replacing by either open or short circuits
d. None of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Keep in their original form without replacing by either open or short circuits

Explanation:
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7)   Which is the correct sequential order of steps to be undertaken while applying Thevenin's theorem?

A. Calculation of Thevenin's equivalent voltage
B. Removal of branch impedance through which required current is to be estimated
C. Estimation of equivalent impedance between two terminals of the branch
D. Estimation of branch current by schematic representation of Thevenin's equivalent circuit


a. A, C, B, D
b. B, A, C, D
c. D, A, C, B
d. B, C, D, A
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: B, A, C, D

Explanation:
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8)   Which among the below specified assertions are precisely related to the conditions applicable for a path to be an improper subgraph?

A. Incidence of a single branch at a terminating node
B. Incidence of two branches at the remaining nodes


a. A is true & B is false
b. A is false & B is true
c. Both A & B are true
d. Both A & B are false
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both A & B are true

Explanation:
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9)   How many number of minimum end nodes or terminal nodes are involved in a tree, according to its properties?

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

ANSWER: Two

Explanation:
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10)   What will be the value of a rectangular (complete incidence) matrix, if an associated branch is oriented towards the node?

a. 1
b. -1
c. 0
d. Not defined (∞)
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: -1

Explanation:
No explanation is available for this question!