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An AND GATE has two inputs that must both be true for the output to be true. If you have two switches in series then they must both be closed for current to flow. This is analogous to having two true signals on the input of an AND GATE.

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When switches are connected in series mention whether the switches are dependent on each other to turn the lamp on?

When switches or any circuit opening devices are in series with each other, they all have to be in the closed position to energize the load.When switches or any circuit opening devices are in parallel with each other, any one of the switches or circuit opening devices in the closed position will energize the load.


What will happen if the two switches connected to light up a single bulb are on?

It is dependant on whether the switches are in wired in a parallel or series configuration. If the switches are wires in parallel then both switches would have to be off to turn the light bulb off. Either switch could turn the light bulb on. If the switches are wired in series then both switches would have to be on to turn the light bulb on. Either switch could turn the light bulb off.


Can you control each of the bulbs arranged in series using switches?

Yes, you can control each bulb arranged in series by using switches. By placing a switch before each bulb, you are able to independently turn each bulb on or off without affecting the others in the series circuit.


Why do my 2 switches not work to my one set of connected hall ceiling lights?

I have trouble understanding your question. But I think you are saying that you have two switches that control one light and want to know why it is not working. More than likely is that you have two way switches instead of 3 way switches installed. 3 three switches cost a little more and are a little more difficult to install but if you recently replaced these switches you may have replaced them with the wrong type.


How are switches in electrical circuits usually wired?

Switches in electrical circuits are typically wired in series with the load they control. This means that the switch interrupts the flow of current to the load when turned off, and allows current to pass through when turned on. The switch is connected to the hot (live) wire coming from the power source, and the other terminal of the switch is connected to the load.

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What is the circuit in which two switches are connected in a series?

Two switches in series would be an analogue representation of a solid-state AND logic gate.


What logic gate is similar to the function of two parallel switch?

And gate is similar to the function of two series switches


Why does series circuits do the same as AND gates?

The output of an AND gate is set only when all of its inputs are set, and when switches are wired together in series, current can flow only when all of the switches are on.


if load is wired in a circuit that has multiple switches in series with it What conditions must be present in order for the load to be energized?

In order for the load to be energized in a circuit with multiple switches in series, all the switches must be closed or in the "on" position. This is because switches in series function like an "AND" gate in digital logic, requiring all inputs to be true for the output to be true. If any one of the switches is open or in the "off" position, the circuit will be open and the load will not receive power. Therefore, all switches must be closed to complete the circuit and energize the load.


Why is it that we often see multiple switches wired in series with a load?

Multiple switches are wired in series with a load to provide multiple points of control for the same load. This allows the load to be turned on or off from different locations. Each switch in the series must be in the ON position for the load to be powered, creating a fail-safe mechanism. Series wiring also ensures that all switches must be off to completely disconnect the load, providing added safety.


How or gate can be replace by two parallel switches?

An OR gate can be represented using two parallel switches because both switches can independently allow current to flow when either is closed. In this configuration, if either switch is closed (representing a logical "1"), the circuit is completed, resulting in an output of "1" from the OR gate. If both switches are open, no current flows, yielding an output of "0." Thus, the parallel arrangement effectively mimics the behavior of an OR gate.


How do you program generic gate remotes?

Generic gate controls have an array of numbered switches that can be set in a certain pattern (e.g., 1 up, 2 down, 3 up, 4 up, 5 up, 6 down) to program them. The typical steps to follow when programming a generic gate control are: 1. Open an already programmed gate control by removing the screws 2. Open the unprogrammed gate control by removing the screws 3. Compare the switches inside both gate controls 4. Set the switches in the unprogrammed gate control to match those in the programmed gate control 5. Cover both gate controls and fasten their screws


Explain working of ttl for NAND gate?

In the NAND gate, the transistors play the role of the switches. The emitter and the collector voltages vary in the opposite phase.


Can a series circuit have gaps?

no because there is no switches


Polarity of cathode and gate terminalscr when switch on?

The SCR switches on when the gate is more positive than the cathode at the same time the anode is more positive than the cathode.


The transistor that replaced the vacuum tube in the computer was is turn replaced by the?

By the logic gate. Which is just a series of transistors within one package. This was replaced by the processor which is just a group of logic gates. Effectively all microchips and processors are made up of thousands or even millions of transistors... as well as resistors and capacitors.


2003 Expedtion the windows will not roll down you have replaced fuse?

Check the switches....