Multiple Choice
Identify the
letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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An
engine that burns air and fuel inside the engine itself is called: a. | internal
combustion. | c. | intake
combustion. | b. | external combustion. | d. | power stroke. | | | | |
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2.
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This
system of the vehicle gives it ride and stability. a. | steering | c. | brakes | b. | suspension | d. | powertrain | | | | |
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3.
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How
many different forms of energy are there?
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4.
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A
number of systems are necessary to make an internal-combustion engine run and handle the various
functions of converting the chemical power of the fuel into usable torque. These systems
are a. | lubrication,cooling, electrical, and power transfer systems. | b. | crankshaft,
camshaft, piston, and ignition systems. | c. | chassis, body, steering, and suspension
systems. | d. | lubrication,cooling, fuel, and electrical
systems. | | |
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5.
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In an
internal combustion engine, the driving force is produced by a. | heat generated
by burning an air/fuel mixture inside a cylinder within the engine, above the
piston. | b. | hot steam pressure against the top, or head, of the
piston. | c. | heat generated by burning fuel outside the
engine. | d. | electric power supplied by the battery to the
engine. | | |
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6.
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The
two types of brakes used on the automobile are a. | drum and parking brakes. | c. | disc and caliper brakes. | b. | disc and drum
brakes. | d. | disc and service
brakes. | | | | |
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7.
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Which
of the following are parts of the vehicles drivetrain? a. | Cooling,
lubrication, electrical, and fuel. | b. | Piston, cylinder, connecting rod, and
crankshaft | c. | Transaxle or transmission, differential, driveshafts or axles,
U-joints or CV joints. | d. | Charging, starting, ignition, and
lighting. | | |
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Which
of the following systems provides your car with safety, stability, and ride? a. | Suspension
system | c. | Steering
system | b. | Drivetrain | d. | Electrical system | | | | |
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9.
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All
of the following are true for tires EXCEPT a. | Tires are made from a single layer of
rubber. | b. | Your car's safety and comfort also depend on the traction and
flexibility of the tires. | c. | Tires are held in place on metal wheel rims through air
pressure. | d. | The steering and traction control of your vehicle depends on
tires. | | |
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10.
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What is
indicated in the picture? a. | An external combustion engine | c. | A steam engine | b. | An internal
combustion engine | d. | A rotary
engine | | | | |
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Which of the
following is shown in the picture? a. | Cooling system | c. | Fuel system | b. | Electrical
system | d. | Lubrication
system | | | | |
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12.
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Which of the
following is shown in the picture? a. | Cooling system | c. | Fuel system | b. | Electrical
system | d. | Lubrication
system | | | | |
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Which of the
following is shown in the picture? a. | Cooling system | c. | Fuel system | b. | Electrical
system | d. | Lubrication
system | | | | |
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14.
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Basic
safety precautions include all of the following EXCEPT a. | wear eye
protection. | b. | use a hydraulic jack to support the car while working
underneath. | c. | perform work in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations. | d. | keep a fully charged Class B fire extinguisher handy when
working on the fuel system. | | |
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Which
of the following is part of basic maintenance? a. | Checking and refilling the engine oil in your
crankcase | b. | Engine overhaul. | c. | Diagnostics,
advanced electrical, and fuel injection system work | d. | Tune-up and
basic electrical work | | |
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16.
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Which
of these is a sensible approach to buying tools? a. | Buy every tool described in the text. | b. | Buy a complete
set of tools. | c. | Determine you level of interest, then decide which tools you
need. | d. | Buy tools only if they are on sale. | | |
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While
walking toward your car you notice a reddish oily substance on the ground. What fluid is most
likely leaking? a. | Engine
coolant | c. | Automatic
transmission fluid | b. | Engine oil | d. | Brake fluid | | | | |
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All
of the following are levels of commitment available to the novice EXCEPT a. | Inspection and
basic maintenance – under the hood | b. | Major mechanical repairs | c. | Inspection and
basic maintenance – under the car | d. | Maintenance and minor repairs – under the
hood | | |
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Which
of the following is used to protect your eyes while working on an automobile. a. | Sun
glasses | c. | Welding
goggles | b. | Safety glasses | d. | Prescription glasses | | | | |
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All
of the following are precautions that should be observed when working on a running engine
EXCEPT a. | do not wear
loose clothing. | c. | stay clear of
moving parts. | b. | do not touch hot parts of the
engine. | d. | disconnect the
ground cable. | | | | |
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21.
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What
precaution should you follow if you are performing electrical work on a vehicle? a. | Have a fire
extinguisher that will extinguish Classes A, B, and C fires. | b. | Position the car
on a flat and level surface before you begin work. | c. | Work in
well-lighted areas and use a safety droplight with a cage around the bulb. | d. | Always
disconnect the ground cable. | | |
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22.
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All
of the following are common tools one might need for maintenance of the car EXCEPT a. | socket and
ratchet set. | c. | combination
wrenches. | b. | tire balancer. | d. | pliers and a hammer. | | | | |
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Which
of the following requires more than simple hand tools? a. | Looking for wear
or cracks on belts. | b. | Checking and/or replacing the air and breather
filters. | c. | Looking for oil or coolant leaks. | d. | Replacing the
transmission. | | |
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All
of the following are items to maintain or check under the car EXCEPT a. | Checking/refilling the coolant in your cooling system | b. | Change your oil
filter and oil. | c. | Remove the automatic transmission pan to change fluid and
replace the filter and pan gasket. | d. | Rotate tires. | | |
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25.
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All
of the following are tasks for tune-up and basic electrical work EXCEPT a. | Replace blown
fuses. | b. | Remove and replace spark plugs. | c. | Remove and
replace ignition or spark plug wires. | d. | Tighten or replace coolant hoses. | | |
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26.
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What are the
items shown in the picture used for? a. | Lifting a car to change a tire | b. | Supporting the
car safely for under car work | c. | Removing an engine | d. | Removing a
transmission | | |
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What are the
items shown in the picture used for? a. | Lifting and lowering a car | b. | Supporting the
car safely for under car work | c. | Removing an engine | d. | Removing a
transmission | | |
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28.
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What tools are
shown in the picture? a. | Pipe wrenches | c. | Socket wrenches | b. | Adjustable
wrenches | d. | Combination
wrenches | | | | |
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29.
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What tools are
shown in the picture? a. | Nutdrivers | c. | Punches | b. | Screwdrivers | d. | Scrapers | | | | |
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30.
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What is shown in
the picture? a. | A drop
light | c. | A tow
rope | b. | An extension
cord | d. | Jumper
cables | | | | |
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Which
stroke begins when the air fuel mixture is ignited? a. | Intake | c. | Power | b. | Compression | d. | Exhaust | | | | |
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32.
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Which
stroke is occurring when the engine draws in fuel and air? a. | Intake | c. | Power | b. | Compression | d. | Exhaust | | | | |
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33.
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Which
stroke is occurring when the burned gases are discharged? a. | Intake | c. | Power | b. | Compression | d. | Exhaust | | | | |
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34.
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Which
stroke squeezes the fuel and air mixture into a small area? a. | Intake | c. | Power | b. | Compression | d. | Exhaust | | | | |
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35.
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What
are the common cylinder arrangements we find on today’s cars? a. | Flat 4 and
V-8 | c. | Inline and V
type | b. | Flat 4 and
V-6 | d. | V-6 and
V-8 | | | | |
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36.
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All
of the following statements about engines are correct EXCEPT a. | Heat comes from
the burning of fuel and from the friction caused by the rubbing of parts against each
other. | b. | All engines use overhead camshafts. | c. | The most
important fluids are engine oil and engine coolant. | d. | The camshaft
must revolve at exactly half the speed of the crankshaft. | | |
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37.
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Essential maintenance tasks for the engine are to check a. | lights and tire
pressures. | c. | tire pressure
and tread wear. | b. | the oil and coolant levels. | d. | transmission and brake fluid levels. | | | | |
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All
of the following are steps to observe when checking the engine oil level EXCEPT a. | Shut it off and
wait at least five minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. | b. | Pull out the
dipstick, wipe it off, and reinsert it into the dipstick tube. | c. | Fill the
crankcase above the FULL line of the dipstick. | d. | The car should
be on level ground so that you get a true reading. | | |
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39.
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To
minimize cold engine wear, you should a. | race the engine as soon as you start
it. | b. | to let it idle
just 30 seconds or so after startup, then drive it away gently. | c. | take short trips
only. | d. | race the engine before you turn it
off. | | |
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40.
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A
complete circuit includes all of the following EXCEPT a. | sources of
electrical power. | c. | test
instruments. | b. | an electrical load. | d. | conductors. | | | | |
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41.
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Which
of the following is correct? a. | The battery produces electricity through a mechanical
reaction. | b. | A battery stores chemicals that react on demand to produce
electricity. | c. | A battery stores electricity. | d. | Within the
automotive battery, there are plates made from two similar metals. | | |
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42.
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What
precaution should be observed when working on a battery? a. | Remove the
positive cable first. | c. | Wear eye
protection. | b. | Wear cotton gloves. | d. | Clean the battery before beginning
work. | | | | |
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43.
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If a
battery with removable vent caps needs distilled water frequently, it may mean that the charging
system is a. | undercharging. | c. | charging
properly. | b. | overcharging. | d. | not functioning. | | | | |
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44.
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You
can use a battery hydrometer to check a. | the starting system operation. | c. | the fluid level of the battery. | b. | the coolant
freeze strength. | d. | a battery's
state of charge. | | | | |
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45.
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If a
battery is frequently under charged, what could cause this? a. | A car that is
driven infrequently or short distances. | b. | There may be a continuous low current drain, such as a trunk
light that doesn't go out. | c. | The alternator may be defective. | d. | All of the
above. | e. | None of the above. | | |
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What
are the functions of the charging system? a. | Provide electrical power to the car while the engine is
running. | b. | Provide electrical power to the car while the engine is not
running. | c. | Provides current to recharge the
battery. | d. | A and B | e. | A and
C | | |
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47.
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Common charging system components include all of the following EXCEPT a. | Voltage
regulator. | c. | Warning light or
gauge. | b. | Alternator. | d. | Ignition coil. | | | | |
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What
maintenance is required for the charging system? a. | The drive belt must be in good condition and properly
tightened. | b. | Make sure that all connections and plug-in connectors are
tight. | c. | Make sure the alternator is properly
magnetized. | d. | A and B | e. | A and
C | | |
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49.
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What
are the two types of headlights common on today's cars? a. | sealed beam
halogen headlights and composite headlights. | b. | composite
headlights and compound lens headlights. | c. | sealed beam halogen headlights and compound lens
headlights. | d. | aerodynamic headlights and compound lens
headlights. | | |
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50.
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All
of the following statements about fuses are correct EXCEPT a. | replacement
fuses should have the same amperage rating. | b. | a fuse is a
safety device. | c. | replacement fuses should have a higher amperage
rating. | d. | replacing fuses does not automatically solve an electrical
problem. | | |
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51.
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What
is the safest course of action to follow if a warning light comes on while you are
driving? a. | Slow down, but
continue to drive. | b. | Hope it is a false alarm and ignore
it. | c. | Increase speed
and drive to the nearest repair center. | d. | Stop, shut off the engine, and check the system
indicated. | | |
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52.
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What is being
done in the picture? a. | The electrolyte level of the battery is being
checked. | b. | Water is being added to the battery. | c. | Water is being
removed from the battery. | d. | The battery charge is being checked. | | |
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53.
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What system is
indicated in the picture? a. | Starting system | c. | Ignition system | b. | Charging
system | d. | Lighting
system | | | | |
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54.
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What system is
indicated in the picture? a. | Starting system | c. | Ignition system | b. | Charging
system | d. | Lighting
system | | | | |
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55.
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The picture
shows the correct hookup for a. | replacing a bad battery. | c. | checking a dead battery. | b. | jump-starting. | d. | towing a
vehicle. | | | | |
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56.
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Which
of these functions is most important to engine life? a. | Changing the
fuel filter. | c. | Changing the
engine oil. | b. | Replacing the fan belt. | d. | Checking the vehicles charging
system. | | | | |
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57.
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All
of the following statements about engine oil are correct EXCEPT a. | Dirt, water
vapor, and acid in the oil cannot seriously harm the moving parts. | b. | Automotive
engines are designed for low emissions and require clean oil. | c. | Done at frequent
intervals, this service will help your engine run efficiently for a long
time. | d. | You can save substantial amounts of money by changing your own
oil and oil filter. | | |
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58.
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Which
groups establish standards for engine oil? a. | API, ILSAC, and MSRP | c. | API, ILSAC, and SAE | b. | CH-4, CF-4, and
SL | d. | ILSAC, WD-40,
and 10W30 | | | | |
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59.
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All
of the following statements about multi-viscosity oils are correct EXCEPT a. | Multi-viscosity
oils are never recommended in owner's manuals. | b. | Multi-viscosity
oils still thin out from an increase in temperature, but they just don’t thin out as fast as
single viscosity oils. | c. | Multi-viscosity oils offer fuel economy advantages and improved
protection from wear. | d. | The multiple numbers indicate that the oil has been tested for
both cold weather and hot weather protective ability. | | |
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60.
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All
of the following are functions of the cooling system EXCEPT a. | Controls
temperature | d. | Radiates
heat | b. | Reduce dirt,
water vapor, and acid | e. | Absorbs
heat | c. | Circulates
coolant | | | | |
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61.
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What
might bluish-white exhaust smoke from the tailpipe indicate? a. | The engine is
running normally | c. | The engine is
burning oil. | b. | The engine is burning coolant. | d. | The air/fuel mixture is rich. | | | | |
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62.
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What
component regulates how much coolant is allowed to flow to the radiator? a. | Radiator | c. | Coolant
pump | b. | Coolant recovery
system | d. | Thermostat | | | | |
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63.
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What
should be done when an engine is overheating? a. | Hope it will cool off by itself. | b. | Stop, shut the
engine off, and allow it to cool down. | c. | Slow down, but keep driving. | d. | Speed up and the
increased airflow will cool the engine. | | |
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64.
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The
pressure cap on the cooling system raises the boiling point. How much does each 1 PSI increase the
boiling point? a. | 3.14159 degrees
F | c. | 14.7 degrees
F | b. | 3.25 degrees
F | d. | 212 degrees
F | | | | |
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65.
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All
of the following statements about coolant are correct EXCEPT a. | The proper
mixture of coolant is 50% antifreeze and 50% water. | b. | Make the coolant
pump function better. | c. | The proper mixture also provides the best resistance to
freezing and boiling. | d. | The proper mixture of antifreeze and water in the coolant will
cut down on rust and lime deposits. | | |
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66.
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In
most cases, when the thermostat fails a. | it has no effect on the engines cooling
system. | b. | it remains open, and the engine
overheats. | c. | it remains closed, and the engine
overheats. | d. | excess coolant then is pushed into the coolant recovery
tank. | | |
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67.
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What
does white smoke from the tailpipe indicate? a. | Coolant is leaking out through the combustion
chamber. | b. | The engine is burning oil. | c. | A defective air
conditioning system. | d. | The air/fuel mixture is too rich. | | |
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68.
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What
can cause insufficient engine warm up? a. | The thermostat is stuck open. | b. | The thermostat
is stuck closed. | c. | The thermostat has a temperature rating that is too
high. | d. | The engine cooling fan is
inoperative. | | |
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69.
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What is being
performed in the picture? a. | Oil is being added to the
engine | c. | The oil is being
drained | b. | Coolant is being added to the
radiator | d. | The oil level is
being checked | | | | |
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70.
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All
of the following are true statements EXCEPT a. | The entire weight of the car rests on contact patches about the
size of your outstretched hand. | b. | For maximum traction and safety, tires should be checked
frequently. | c. | A tire and wheel form a wheel
assembly. | d. | Under inflated tires require less energy to roll don the
road | | |
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71.
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The
portion of the tire that comes in contact with the ground is a. | bead | c. | tire
size | b. | tread | d. | belt | | | | |
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72.
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The
following are common places to find the tire pressure placard for your car EXCEPT a. | front side door
edge or door jamb | c. | trunk or by the
spare tire | b. | inner surface of the glovebox
door | d. | the tire
sidewall | | | | |
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73.
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When
should tire pressures be checked? a. | after completing a long trip | b. | after a drive to
a service station or garage | c. | when the tires are cold | d. | tire pressures
do not need to be regularly checked | | |
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74.
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The
minimum safe tread depth is a. | 1/32 inch | c. | 2/16 inch | b. | 2/32
inch | d. | 10/32
inch | | | | |
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75.
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The
two types of brake mechanisms found on cars are a. | disc and drum. | c. | drum and parking. | b. | disc and
rotor. | d. | disc and
caliper. | | | | |
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76.
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The part
indicated in the picture is used in a. | drum brakes. | c. | disc brakes. | b. | a manual
transmission clutch. | d. | wheel
balancing. | | | | |
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77.
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What part is
indicated in the picture? a. | a disc brake caliper | c. | an antilock brake computer | b. | a drum brake
assembly | d. | a master
cylinder | | | | |
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78.
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Routine tire maintenance includes all of the following EXCEPT a. | air
pressure. | c. | defect
inspection. | b. | tread wear. | d. | tire size. | | | | |
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79.
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A log
book may include all of the following information EXCEPT a. | Repair services
performed: when, what by whom and cost. | b. | Gasoline purchases and mileage. | c. | Reminders for
service such as changing oil, rotate tires, and other maintenance
intervals. | d. | Repair procedures. | | |
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80.
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In
cold weather, all of the following should be performed more frequently EXCEPT a. | oil
changes. | c. | cooling system
checks. | b. | brake inspections. | d. | battery checks. | | | | |
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81.
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In
hot, dusty weather, all of the following should be performed more frequently EXCEPT a. | oil
changes. | c. | cooling system
checks. | b. | air and fuel filter changes. | d. | battery checks. | | | | |
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82.
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Which
of these types of driving is easiest on a car’s engine? a. | Short
trips | c. | Highway
driving | b. | Stop and go | d. | Trailer towing | | | | |
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83.
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How
often should fluid checks be made? a. | weekly | c. | every 12,000-15,000 miles | b. | every
3,000-7,500 miles | d. | every
30,000-60,000 miles | | | | |
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84.
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How
often should engine oil changes, belt and hose inspections, and brake inspections be
performed? a. | weekly | c. | every
12,000-15,000 miles | b. | every 3,000-7,500 miles | d. | every 30,000-60,000 miles | | | | |
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85.
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How
often should air filters be changed? a. | weekly | c. | every year or 12,000-15,000 miles | b. | every 6 months
or 3,000-7,500 miles | d. | every 4 years or
30,000-60,000 miles | | | | |
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86.
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When
reinstalling the spark plug, which of the following should be applied to the
threads? a. | high temperature
grease | c. | spray penetrant
lubricant | b. | engine oil | d. | anti-seize compound | | | | |
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87.
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What is the item
in the picture used for checking a. | engine oil. | c. | coolant brand and type. | b. | coolant freezing
point. | d. | battery
charge. | | | | |
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88.
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What part is
being installed in the picture? a. | oil filter | c. | drain plug | b. | engine
oil | d. | combination
wrench | | | | |
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89.
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What part is
being installed in the picture? a. | oil filter | c. | drain plug | b. | engine
oil | d. | combination
wrench | | | | |
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90.
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What tool in the
picture is being used to tighten the lug nuts on the wheel? a. | ratchet
wrench | c. | 4 way lug
wrench | b. | torque wrench | d. | breaker bar and socket | | | | |
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91.
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All
of the following are various ways to estimate the market value of your car or of a replacement car
EXCEPT a. | www.kbb.com. | c. | NADA
Book. | b. | Kelly Blue Book. | d. | Popular Mechanics. | | | | |
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92.
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Before you buy a car you should consider a. | how nice a new
car would look in your driveway. | b. | what you are willing to spend. | c. | what model and
color are prettiest. | d. | what kind of cars your neighbors
have. | | |
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93.
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Buying a new car is a. | the first largest investment most people ever
make. | b. | the second largest investment most people ever
make. | c. | the third largest investment most people ever
make. | d. | the smallest investment most people ever
make. | | |
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94.
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Which
of these is true if you fail to make your monthly payments on time and your car is
repossessed? a. | You are
financially responsible for all of the payments. | b. | No more payments
must be made. | c. | You can sue the finance company and get your car
back. | d. | The police will make the finance company give the car
back. | | |
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95.
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What
may happen if you cannot make your monthly payments? a. | Your car may be
repossessed. | b. | Your monthly payments will be
delayed. | c. | The finance company will forgive your
debt. | d. | Your credit rating cannot be harmed. | | |
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