In Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp

question 237

Multiple Choice

In Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. v. Public Service Comm., the New York utility commission ruled that electric utilities could not advertise to promote the use of electricity. The Supreme Court held that the:

• A) the State interest in conserving energy was substantial, but a complete suppression of speech was more extensive than necessary to further the energy conservation goals
• B) the State interest in conserving energy was not substantial and a complete suppression of speech was more extensive than necessary to further the energy conservation goals
• C) the State interest in conserving energy was substantial and a complete suppression of speech was necessary to further the energy conservation goals
• D) the State interest in saving money was substantial, but a complete suppression of speech was more extensive than necessary to further the energy conservation goals
• E) none of the other choices are correct

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Definitions:

Dielectric Constant

A method of determining the insulation properties of a dielectric using air as a reference.

Rated Value

Rated value indicates the maximum or nominal performance specification for which a device or component is designed, such as voltage, power, or temperature.

HIPOT Test

A type of electrical safety test designed to verify the insulation of electric devices and components by applying high voltage to ensure no breakdown occurs.

Capacitor Tolerance

The permissible variation in capacitance from its nominal value, expressed as a percentage, which defines the range within which the actual capacitance can vary.