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AC generationQuestion 381 of 1506

Which set of three elements is required to generate a voltage?

  1. A battery, a resistor, and a switch
  2. A coil, a capacitor, and a load
  3. A magnet, an iron core, and a fuse
  4. A conductor, a magnetic field and motion
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Correct answer: A conductor, a magnetic field and motion

A voltage is induced when a conductor cuts magnetic lines.

Source: Electrical Fundamentals Competency (Industry Training Authority of BC), 3.2: Electricity and Magnetism

Practice ac generation

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026