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Quiz about A Day in the Life of Retail Electronics

A Day in the Life of Retail Electronics Quiz

I work in a retail electronics store, and I get some strange questions. See if you can choose the correct reponse to each of these unusual queries!

A multiple-choice quiz by ferfer72. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
ferfer72

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
141,567

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
3250

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. Why don't I see any AC batteries around here? Hint

They're hiding.

You have to purchase AC batteries directly from the US government.

Batteries are only DC.

The FCC has outlawed AC batteries because they leak.

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Question 2 of 10

2. Where are the tapes that convert 8mm tapes to VHS? Hint

You can only convert VHS to 8mm.

They don't exist.

You can only convert 8mm to DVD.

You have to first convert your 8mm to VHS-C.

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Question 3 of 10

3. You don't have the exact fuse I need. How do I find a safe substitute? Hint

You can go higher with amps and lower with volts.

The volts have to be the same, but you can go higher with amps.

You can't substitute another fuse.

You can go higher with volts and lower with amps.

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Question 4 of 10

4. All cordless telephone batteries are the same.

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. Where are your gas-powered remote-controlled cars? Hint

Right here! Which one would you like?

Next to the 8mm to VHS adapters.

Next to the AC batteries.

At the local hobby store.

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Question 6 of 10

6. Why do I need an RF modulator to hook my DVD player to my old TV? Why can't I just change the plugs from RCA to F? Hint

You can, but you won't get picture--only sound.

You can. The RF modulator makes the picture better, though.

Because RCA connectors and F connectors carry two different kinds of signal.

You can, but you won't get sound--only picture.

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Question 7 of 10

7. When I go to make a call on my cell phone, I don't get a dial tone. Why not? Hint

Because you haven't turned the phone on.

Because the phone has not yet been activated.

Because the phone wasn't programmed correctly.

Because there isn't one.

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Question 8 of 10

8. A surge supressor will save your electronic equipment from a direct lightning hit.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. How does a speaker wire's gauge affect speaker sound? Hint

Lower gauges are thicker and will carry the signal better.

Lower gauges are thicker and won't carry the signal as well.

Higher gauges are thicker and will carry the signal better.

Higher gauges are thicker and won't carry the signal as well.

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Question 10 of 10

10. I need a power adapter for my CD player so I can use it in my car. What information do you need to find the right one? Hint

Voltage, Amperage, Brand, and Model Number

Voltage, Amperage, Polarity, and Plug Size

All CD players use the same adapter.

Voltage and Amperage

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Why don't I see any AC batteries around here?

Answer: Batteries are only DC.

If you picked "They're hiding" don't get too upset. I have frequently *wanted* to answer in that fashion!

2. Where are the tapes that convert 8mm tapes to VHS?

Answer: They don't exist.

8mm and VHS are two different speeds. Period. People frequently say things like, "Wal Mart sells them, but they're out." I say, "Fine. When they're back in, buy one and show it to me." I've been in this business for 9 years, and no one has ever taken me up on that challenge.

3. You don't have the exact fuse I need. How do I find a safe substitute?

Answer: You can go higher with volts and lower with amps.

If you go higher with amps, you defeat the purpose of having a fuse in the first place!

4. All cordless telephone batteries are the same.

Answer: False

I kid you not. People come in all the time and ask for "a cordless telephone battery." There are hundreds from which to choose. Please be nice to the poor electronics retail employees and bring your old battery with you.

5. Where are your gas-powered remote-controlled cars?

Answer: At the local hobby store.

Again, you may be tempted to get smart with this questioner. This is an *electronics* store. Gas-powered *anythings* are not considered electronic. Local hobby stores should carry them, however.

6. Why do I need an RF modulator to hook my DVD player to my old TV? Why can't I just change the plugs from RCA to F?

Answer: Because RCA connectors and F connectors carry two different kinds of signal.

F connectors carry an RF signal. RCA connectors carry a line-level signal. Those two signals aren't interchangeable. You need an RF modulator to change line-level signal into RF signal so your TV can understand it.

7. When I go to make a call on my cell phone, I don't get a dial tone. Why not?

Answer: Because there isn't one.

Seriously. There is no dial tone on a wireless phone. It's not hooked into a phone jack. Now is the time to give your customer a refund on his/her phone so you don't have to deal with 100 more stupid questions in the near future.

8. A surge supressor will save your electronic equipment from a direct lightning hit.

Answer: False

Nothing will save your electronic equipment from a *direct* lightning hit. Fortunately, those are rare. Surge supressors *can* save your equipment from surges due to nearby lightning, squirrels frying themselves on your power lines, etc.

9. How does a speaker wire's gauge affect speaker sound?

Answer: Lower gauges are thicker and will carry the signal better.

When in doubt, choose a lower gauge of speaker wire for better sound.

10. I need a power adapter for my CD player so I can use it in my car. What information do you need to find the right one?

Answer: Voltage, Amperage, Polarity, and Plug Size

Electronic retail employees are not psychic. Please bring your CD player with you, and they'll find the right adapter for you with a smile.

I hope you learned a little from this quiz! If you know all of this information, you can field about 90% of the questions asked of the associates in my store!

Source: Author ferfer72

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