Automech Quizzes

Technician A discards all empty solvent containers. Technician B keeps empty solvent containers in the paint mixing area. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

A. Techniciain A

What determines the length of a tack weld? a. Thickness of the panel b. Operator preference c. Type of base metal being welded d. Type of shielding gas being used

A. Thickness of the panel

Which of the following screwdriver tips best prevent stripping out fastener heads? a. Torx and Pozidriv b. Phillips c. Standard d. Slotte

A. Torx and Pozidriv

Body shop repairs are carried out according to the instructions on which form? a. Repair order b. Data sheet c. Estimate d. Quote

A. repair order

Which of the following wrenches is used with a ratchet handle? a. Socket b. Allen c. Box d. Combination

A. socket

Technician A says that the main function of the gun nozzle is to provide gas protection. Technician B says that if the insulation in the gun nozzle area is bypassed, the current will ignite the inert shielding gas. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

A. technician A

Technician A says that when two cars hit head-on at 50 mph, it is like hitting a brick wall at 100 mph. Technician B disagrees and says that it is like hitting a brick wall at only 50 mph. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B Hide Feedback

A. technician A

Technician A uses a forward (pushing) gun angle to achieve a deep penetration in the metal. Technician B uses the reverse gun angle (pulling) to achieve a flat weld-bead. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

A. technician A

What is the recommended air pressure for a disc sander? a. 10 to 50 psi b. 60 to 80 psi c. 70 to 90 psi d. 40 to 90 psi

B. 60 to 80 psi

Technician A sometimes uses a screwdriver as a chisel. Technician B sometimes uses a screwdriver as a pry bar. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

D. neither A nor B

The typical acetylene pressure for oxyacetylene welding is a. 3 to 12 psi (21 to 83 kPa). b. 15 to 100 psi (103 to 689 kPa). c. 30 to 120 psi (207 to 827 kPa). d. 3 to 25 psi (21 to 173 kPa).

a. 3 to 12 psi (21 to 83 kPa).

Mixing slightly more acetylene than oxygen will obtain what type of flame? a. Carburizing b. Standard c. Oxidizing d. Neutral

a. Carburizing

When working with a piece of hydraulic equipment that will not extend all the way, Technician A says a likely problem is low hydraulic fluid. Technician B says a likely problem is dirt in the check valve. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

a. Technician A

How far away from the compressor unit should an air transformer be installed? a. At least 5 feet (1.52 meters) b. At least 35 feet (10.6 meters) c. At least 25 feet (7.6 meters) d. At least 15 feet (4.56 meters)

C. At least 25 feet (7.6 meters)

Technician A says an airline lubricator helps paint guns function smoothly. Technician B says it is unnecessary to lubricate air tools. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

D. Neither A nor B

Technician A wears a dust mask while spraying a clear-coat with hardener, whereas Technician B wears a cartridge filter respirator. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

D. Neither A nor B

Tech A says that a cotton buffing pad is often used before a softer foam rubber pad. Tech B says that a star wheel is spun against a clogged cotton buffing pad to clean and soften it. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. Both A and B

The collision repair industry does what volume of business per year? a. $1 million b. $10 million c. $1 billion d. $10 billion

D. $10 billion

Which socket drive size should be used on large bolts or lug nuts? a. 1/4 inch b. 3/8 inch c. 5/16 inch d. 1/2 inch

D. 1/2 inch

Which grit of sandpaper is the best choice for sanding old paint and sanding high spots in body filler? a. 36 grit b. 150 grit c. 220 grit d. 80 grit

D. 80 grit

By what means can ventilation be achieved in the body/paint shop? a. Extraction floors b. Central dust extraction c. Air-changing system d. All of the above

D. All of the above

Which safety control is designed to maintain a supply of air within given pressure limits on gasoline and electrically driven compressors when it is not practical to start and stop the motor? a. Centrifugal pressure release b. Automatic unloader c. Overload protection d. Pressure switch

B. Automatic unloader

Which type of sandblaster can be used indoors? a. Standard b. Captive c. Both A and B d. None of the above

B. Captive

Which respirator can be used when applying nonisocyanate paint materials? a. Dust mask b. Cartridge respirator c. Welding respirator d. None of the above

B. Cartridge respirator

Which type of air compressor would be inadequate as the main type of compressor in a body shop? a. One-stage compressor b. Diaphragm compressor c. Two-stage compressor d. Reciprocating piston compressor

B. Diaphragm Compressor

Which air sander creates a buffing pattern? a. Disc sander b. Dual-action orbital sander c. Long board sander d. All of the above

B. Dual-action orbital sander

This is the actual amount of free air in cubic feet that the compressor can pump in one minute at working pressure. a. Psi b. Free air cfm c. Cfm d. Displacement cfm

B. Free air cfm

Which of the following is used to lift the entire automobile? a. Floor jack b. Hydraulic lift/hoist c. Hydraulic press d. All of the above

B. Hydraulic lift/ hoist

Which of the following should not be worn in a body/paint shop? a. Jumpsuit b. Loose clothing c. Cap d. Both B and C

B. Loose clothing

Technician A will operate a tool beyond its stated capacity in order to get the job done faster. Technician B uses appropriate tools for each task even if it takes longer to complete the job. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B Hide Feedback

B. Technician B

When installing a wheel on an older car, no service manual can be found for getting a factory torque specification. Technician A says to use an impact wrench on the medium setting. Technician B says that a crisscross pattern should be followed when tightening the wheel nuts. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B Hide Feedback

B. Technician B

Which bolt would be the strongest? a. Two head markings b. Three head markings c. One head marking d. No head markings

B. Three head markings

Which of the following wrenches provides the safest grip on a fastener? a. Open-end wrench b. Box-end wrench c. Adjustable wrench d. None of the above

B. box-end wrench

Which of the following hammers would be best used for initial straightening or working inner panels? a. Ball peen b. Bumping c. Pick d. Plastic

B. bumping

Which of the following welds is the body shop alternative to the OEM resistance spot welds made at the factory? a. Spot b. Plug c. Stitch d. All of the above

B. plug

Technician A says that a 1/2-inch drive socket set is required to disassemble and remove interior trim components. Technician B says that a 1-inch drive socket set is useful for truck and heavy equipment repair. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

B. technician B

Technician A says that a damaged vehicle does not have to be cleaned before starting repairs. Technician B says that wash-up will remove mud, dirt, wax, and water-soluble contaminants that could affect the paint job. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

B. technician B

Technician A says that a frame rack can be used to do a wheel alignment. Technician B says that a frame rack uses mechanical power to pull or force the frame or body back into its original position. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

B. technician B

When using a resistance welder, Technician A installs a larger diameter electrode tip to increase the diameter of the spot weld. Technician B says that when the tips are worn, a tip dressing tool can be used to reshape the tips. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

B. technician B

An independent body shop is owned by an individual and does not have ties to a major auto manufacturer. True or false? a. false b. true

B. true

Technician A and Technician B spray prime then paint materials continuously for extended periods of time. Technician A changes the pre-filters when it becomes difficult to breathe through the respirators. Technician B performs a fit test prior to using the respirator. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. Both A and B

Technician A says that shop employees should receive proper hazardous materials training each year. Technician B says that new shop employees should receive proper hazardous materials training as part of their job orientation. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B Hide Feedback

C. Both A and B

To locate the position of a hole to be drilled, Technician A uses an awl. Technician B says that the distinct mark left by the awl provides a seat for the drill point. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. Both A and B

Which type of extinguisher can be used for combustible metals? a. Water b. Foam c. Class D d. None of the above

C. Class D

The three basic types of air compressors are: a. Diaphragm, Piston and Dual Stage b. Diaphragm, Rotary and Screw c. Diaphragm, Rotary Screw and Piston d. Diaphragm, Single and Dual Stage

C. Diaphragm, Rotary Screw and Piston

Which type of wheel is used for sharpening cutting tools? a. Buffing wheel b. Wire wheel brush c. Grinding wheel d. Cutting wheel

C. Grinding wheel

Which of the following terms refers to a factory-applied finish? a. Enamel b. ASE paint c. OEM paint d. Lacquer

C. OEM paint

Which primer coat improves adhesion of the topcoat and prevents bleed through of old painted surfaces that have been sanded? a. Primer b. Primer-surfacer c. Primer-sealer d. Primer-filler

C. Primer-sealer

What is the recommended fuse rating for a fused disconnect switch? a. Equal to the current rating stamped on the motor b. Twice the current rating stamped on the motor c. Size recommended by manufacturer d. None of the above

C. Size recommended by manufacturer

Which respirator covers the entire head and neck area? a. Cartridge filter respirator b. Dust respirator c. Air-supplied respirator d. None of the above Hide Feedback

C. air-supplied respirator

Technician A says that a collision can be severe enough to cause a total loss. Technician B says that the repairs would be more expensive than buying another car. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B Hide Feedback

C. both A and B

Technician A says that a wire brush scratches bare metal and thus should be used sparingly on it. Technician B uses a wire brush on weld joints to clean off welding flux. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. both A and B

Technician A says that all steels can be MIG welded with one common type of weld wire. Technician B says that metals of different thicknesses can be MIG welded with the same diameter wire. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. both A and B

Technician A says that panel replacement involves removing a panel or body part that is too badly damaged to be fixed. The new part would have to be bolted or welded in place on the vehicle. This takes considerable skill. Technician B says that structural panel replacement involves welding a new panel in place of the old, damaged one. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. both A and B

Technician A says that panel straightening involves using various hand tools and equipment to force the panel back into its original shape. Technician B says that body hammers, body filler, and sanders are a few of the tools and materials used to fix panel damage. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. both A and B

Technician A says that various types of gauges and measuring devices can be used to measure vehicle damage. Technician B says that you can compare known good body specifications (normal measurements from an undamaged vehicle) with the actual body measurements on the damaged vehicle. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. both A and B

Technician A says that vehicle measurement is done to determine the extent of major damage. Technician B says that it is also done to determine the direction of damage. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. both A and B

Technician A starts a butt weld in the center of the metal. Technician B says that it is wise not to weld more than 3/4 inch (19 mm) at one time. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. both A and B

When operating a MIG welder, which of the following indicates the correct wire-to-heat ratio? a. An even, high-pitched buzzing sound b. A steady, reflected light of low intensity c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

C. both A and B

What task involves analyzing damage and calculating how much it will cost to repair the vehicle? a. Measuring b. Calculating c. Estimating d. Repair

C. estimating

Which of the following pliers is often used in electrical work? a. Retaining ring pliers b. Adjustable pliers c. Needle nose pliers d. Snap ring pliers

C. needle nose pliers

When transferring solvents into smaller containers, Technician A leaves flammable materials in the work area. Technician B has built a separate wooden storage facility for solvents. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

D. Neither A nor B

A striking tool should be discarded or serviced when it is a. enlarged from hammering b. mushroomed. c. chipped. d. all of the above.

D. all of the above

Eye protection should be worn when using a. Drills. b. Cutting tools. c. Hammers. d. all of the above

D. all of the above

Welding current affects which of the following? a. Base metal penetration depth b. Arc stability c. Amount of weld spatter d. All of the above

D. all of the above

What causes a pneumatic tool to fail? a. Lack of lubrication b. Excessive air pressure c. Lack of air pressure d. All of the above

D. all of the above

When MIG welding, what happens if the tip-to-base metal distance is too long? a. The shield gas effect is reduced. b. The wire protruding from the end of the gun increases and becomes preheated. c. The melting speed of the wire increases. d. All of the above

D. all of the above

Which of the following operations can the air hammer perform? a. Bushing installer b. Bushing remover c. Shock absorber chisel d. All of the above

D. all of the above

Which of the following present dangers to the air passages and lungs of body shop technicians? a. Dust b. Vapors from caustic solutions and solvents c. Spray mists from undercoats and finishes d. All of the above

D. all of the above

Which of the following products should be stored in designated fireproof areas or containers? a. Paints b. Thinners and solvents c. combustible materials d. All of the above

D. all of the above

The intake air filter must be made of a. fiberglass. b. fine mesh. c. felt material. d. both B and C.

D. both B and C

The two-stage piston compressor provides a. less air pressure than the diaphragm compressor. b. more air pressure than the diaphragm compressor. c. enough pressure for most body or finishing applications. d. both B and C

D. both B and C

Which of the following is often combined with an air filtration system in a single unit? a. Thermal conditioning equipment b. Air dryer c. Air pressure regulator d. Both B and C

D. both B and C

Technician A says that a tap cuts external threads. Technician B says that a die cuts internal threads. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

D. neither A nor B

Technician A uses a low-pile-height buffing pad for light compounding, touch-ups, and blending. Technician B uses a screwdriver to clean dried compound off the pad. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B

D. neither A nor B

Which respirator is commonly used to protect against dust from sanding and grinding? a. Hood respirator b. Organic vapor-type respirator c. Air-supplied respirator d. None of the above

D. none of the above

Which of the following is not characteristic of brazing? a. Can join parts of varying thickness b. Can join otherwise incompatible metals c. Relatively high strength d. Greater risk of distortion in the base meta

c. Relatively high strength

Which of the following statements concerning plasma arc cutting is incorrect? a. The plasma arc process cuts mangled metal effectively. b. Plasma cutting is an extension of the TIG process. c. When piercing material that is more than 1/8 inch (3.1 mm) thick, hold the torch perpendicular to the work. d. The nozzle must come in contact with an electrically conductive part of the work before the arc can start.

c. When piercing material that is more than 1/8 inch (3.1 mm) thick, hold the torch perpendicular to the work.