Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #601 (Set 20)

Which of the electronic schematic symbols represents the capacitor illustrated in figure 1 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 C — B

Symbol "B" depicts the standard schematic representation for a capacitor, consisting of parallel conductive plates separated by an insulating gap. IEEE 45 and 46 CFR Subchapter J recognize this symbol for analyzing tuned circuits, power factor correction banks, and electronic filtration networks.

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