Combined Science GCSE
Systematic checking and fault finding
What Systematic checking and fault finding means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Systematic checking and fault finding
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Reference: AQA
Comparing the built circuit with the diagram component by component, confirming each symbol matches the real component, and testing that switches control the intended part.
Topics that use Systematic checking and fault finding
- Series and parallel circuits (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Ammeter
- Circuit rules
- Conservation of charge
- Conservation of charge in a single loop
- Multi-step problem solving in dc circuits
- Parallel circuits
- Potential difference
- Potential difference across components and branches
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