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Study fundamental electrical theory including Ohm's law, circuit analysis, and power calculations. Electrical theory underlies all practical applications and is tested on licensing exams.

By Valenke Exam Prep Team·Last updated 2026-06-03

Free Ohm's Law & Power Calculations Practice Questions

Journeyman Electrician License Exam · Electrical Theory & Trade Math

This module covers Ohm's Law & Power Calculations as part of the Electrical Theory & Trade Math section, testing your understanding of core concepts and their practical application.

ExamJourneyman Electrician License Exam
Pass Rate55%
Duration240 minutes
ModuleOhm's Law & Power Calculations

Why Ohm's Law & Power Calculations matters

Ohm's Law & Power Calculations is one of the most tested areas because medication errors are among the most preventable causes of patient harm.

Sample Practice Questions (5)

1. Three resistors of 12 ohms, 24 ohms, and 8 ohms are connected in parallel. What is the total equivalent resistance?

  • 4 ohms
  • 14.67 ohms
  • 44 ohms
  • 3.69 ohms

2. A three-phase, 480V motor operates at 85% power factor and draws 52A per line. What is the approximate total power consumed by the motor?

  • 21,216W
  • 36,734W
  • 43,218W
  • 31,776W

3. A single-phase 240V motor draws 30A with a power factor of 0.85. What is the true power consumed?

  • 7,200W
  • 6,120W
  • 5,100W
  • 8,471W

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4. A 480V heater element has a resistance of 48 ohms. Using P = V²/R, what is the power dissipated?

  • 2,400W
  • 4,800W
  • 10W
  • 23,040W

5. A single-phase transformer has a 10 kVA rating at 240V secondary. What is the maximum secondary full-load current?

  • 24A
  • 41.67A
  • 83.33A
  • 48A

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ohm's Law & Power Calculations questions are on the Journeyman Electrician License Exam?
The Electrical Theory & Trade Math section, which includes Ohm's Law & Power Calculations, typically represents a significant portion of the exam. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing exact question counts, as the exam uses adaptive testing.
What is the best way to study Ohm's Law & Power Calculations?
Practice solving calculation problems daily rather than just reading formulas. Work through problems step-by-step, check your units, and time yourself to build speed and accuracy under exam conditions.
What topics within Ohm's Law & Power Calculations should I focus on most?
Focus on the concepts that appear in our practice questions and any areas where you consistently score below 70%. The adaptive practice mode will automatically target your weak areas for efficient study.