Applied Technology

Question 1

1Coil springs in suspension

Easy

A. power the car B. stop the car C. absorb road shocks D. steer the car

Question 2

2Ackermann steering geometry ensures that

Hard

A. wheels do not turn B. the inner wheel turns at a greater angle than the outer C. rear wheels steer D. both wheels turn equally

Question 3

3Shock absorbers in a vehicle

Easy

A. damp the oscillation of the springs B. steer the wheels C. stop the car D. increase engine power

Question 4

4The shock absorber in a vehicle's suspension

Easy

A. stores fuel B. cools the brakes C. turns the wheels D. damps the bouncing of the springs

Question 5

5Leaf springs are commonly used in the suspension of

Easy

A. aircraft B. trucks and pick-ups C. motorbikes only D. bicycles

Question 6

6Worn tyre tread is dangerous mainly because it

Easy

A. reduces fuel use B. makes steering lighter C. reduces grip, especially on wet roads D. improves braking

Question 7

7Wheel alignment ensures that

Easy

A. the engine is tuned B. the wheels point in the correct direction C. the tyres are inflated D. the brakes are bled

Question 8

8Most modern cars use which steering system?

Easy

A. belt and pulley B. chain and sprocket C. worm only D. rack and pinion

Question 9

9Power steering makes steering

Easy

A. heavier B. easier using hydraulic or electric assistance C. slower D. impossible

Question 10

10Under-inflated tyres cause

Easy

A. better grip always B. smoother steering C. higher fuel use and faster tyre wear D. lower fuel use