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How to design and build a solar power system
  • 1. What is the first step in designing a solar power system?
A) Install solar panels.
B) Purchase an inverter.
C) Determine energy needs.
D) Apply for permits.
  • 2. What unit is used to measure the energy produced by a solar panel?
A) Ampere
B) Watt
C) Volt
D) Ohm
  • 3. What is an inverter's primary function in a solar system?
A) Convert DC to AC.
B) Store energy.
C) Convert AC to DC.
D) Regulate voltage.
  • 4. What type of battery is commonly used in off-grid solar systems?
A) Deep cycle
B) Lithium-ion (only)
C) Car battery
D) AAA battery
  • 5. What does MPPT stand for?
A) Minimum Power Point Tracking
B) Minimum Performance Panel Technology
C) Maximum Performance Panel Technology
D) Maximum Power Point Tracking
  • 6. What is solar irradiance?
A) Panel efficiency.
B) Battery capacity.
C) Inverter size.
D) Solar power per unit area.
  • 7. What is the ideal tilt angle for solar panels?
A) 45 degrees
B) 90 degrees
C) 0 degrees
D) Latitude angle
  • 8. What is the purpose of a charge controller?
A) Regulate AC voltage.
B) Convert DC to AC.
C) Convert AC to DC.
D) Regulate battery charging.
  • 9. What is the typical lifespan of a solar panel?
A) 10-15 years
B) 50-60 years
C) 5-10 years
D) 25-30 years
  • 10. What is a common safety hazard when working with solar systems?
A) Falling debris
B) Mosquito bites
C) Sunburn
D) Electrical shock
  • 11. What is a grid-tied solar system?
A) Using only battery storage.
B) Connected to the utility grid.
C) Powered by diesel generator.
D) Standalone power source.
  • 12. Which of the following is a type of solar panel?
A) Geothermal
B) Wind turbine
C) Monocrystalline
D) Hydroelectric
  • 13. What does NEC stand for in the solar industry?
A) North East Corridor
B) National Energy Council
C) National Electrical Code
D) New Energy Corporation
  • 14. What is the voltage of a typical residential solar panel?
A) 240V
B) 12V
C) Around 30-40V
D) 120V
  • 15. What is shading's effect on solar panel output?
A) Reduces output significantly.
B) Can increase output up to 50%
C) Has no effect.
D) Increases output slightly.
  • 16. What type of wire is best for solar panel connections?
A) Regular household wire
B) Phone wire
C) UV-resistant wire
D) Aluminum wire
  • 17. What is a kilowatt-hour (kWh)?
A) Unit of current
B) Unit of power
C) Unit of voltage
D) Unit of energy
  • 18. What is net metering?
A) Measuring panel efficiency.
B) Direct current electricity.
C) Credits for excess energy sent to grid.
D) Metering water usage.
  • 19. How is the size of a solar array determined?
A) Size of the inverter.
B) Number of batteries.
C) Local climate conditions only.
D) Energy consumption and available space.
  • 20. What is the purpose of grounding in a solar system?
A) Increase battery lifespan.
B) Improve panel efficiency.
C) Safety from electrical faults.
D) Reduce system cost.
  • 21. What is DC Disconnect?
A) Disconnect between inverter and AC load
B) Disconnect between battery and charge controller
C) Disconnect between panels and inverter.
D) Disconnect between grid and house
  • 22. What is the primary cause of solar panel degradation?
A) Excessive cleaning
B) Overuse of panels
C) Material degradation over time.
D) Lack of sunlight.
  • 23. What does ROI stand for in solar investment?
A) Rate of Interest
B) Risk of Implementation
C) Return on Investment
D) Revenue on Income
  • 24. Which material is commonly used in the semiconductor of a solar cell?
A) Copper
B) Aluminum
C) Iron
D) Silicon
  • 25. What is the benefit of a bi-facial solar panel?
A) Generates power from both sides.
B) Higher voltage output.
C) Smaller physical size.
D) Lower upfront cost.
  • 26. What is a string inverter?
A) Inverter connected to a series of panels.
B) Inverter for off-grid systems only.
C) Inverter located on each panel.
D) Inverter powered by batteries only.
  • 27. What is a microinverter?
A) DC to DC converter.
B) Inverter located on each panel.
C) Battery powered inverter.
D) Large centralized inverter.
  • 28. What is azimuth?
A) Voltage of solar panel.
B) Tilt of solar panel.
C) Type of solar panel.
D) Direction of solar panel facing.
  • 29. What is the main function of a combiner box?
A) Store excess solar energy.
B) Combine multiple strings of panels
C) Convert DC to AC power.
D) Regulate the voltage.
  • 30. Why is ventilation important for solar panel installation?
A) Reduces panel temperature.
B) Prevents water damage.
C) Increases panel efficiency.
D) Makes panels easier to clean.
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