Marine Electrical Systems USCG Q#297 (Set 10)

Which of the electronic schematic symbols represents the capacitor illustrated in figure 2 of the illustration? Illustration EL-0015

USCG Exam Illustration EL-0015
USCG Examination Diagram: Illustration EL-0015
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — C

Standard electronic schematic symbols dictate that parallel conductive plates represent a capacitor. Per IEEE 45 and marine instrumentation standards, figure "C" correctly illustrates the standard schematic symbol for a capacitor as referenced in diagram EL-0015.

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