Missed Test Questions #1

A 3/8 inch UNC bolt is being discussed. Technician A says that the bolt diameter is 3/8 inch and that it has 16 threads per inch. Technician B says that the bolt meets the measurement standards developed by the University of North Carolina. Who is correct?

A only

A hybrid vehicle needs to be towed into the shop. Technician A says it should be towed on a flatbed truck. Technician B say it can be towed with its drive wheels on the ground as long as the transmission is in neutral. Who is correct?

A only

Technician A says the more aggressive the tread, the more noise it will make. Technician B says softer tires typically make more noise and last longer. Who is correct?

A only

Technician A uses a head-type plug to repair a tire puncture in the tread area of a tire. Technician B injects tire sealant through the valve stem to repair a tire puncture in the sidewall. Who is correct?

A only

When conducting a cylinder leakage test, Technician A says the piston must be at the top of the cylinder [TDC] when the test is being performed. Technician B says a reading of 0 percent leakage indicates the piston rings are worn or broken. Who is correct?

A only

Technician A removes rivets with a hammer and screwdriver. Technician B removes rivets with a hammer and punch. Who is correct?

B only

Technician A says OSHA regulates vehicle emission standards. Technician B says the Environmental Protection Agency [EPA] regulates the disposal of hazardous wastes. Who is correct?

B only

Technician A says a torsion bar is a type of shock absorber. Technician B says shock absorbers slow the upward and downward movement of the vehicle after a bump. Who is correct?

B only

Technician A says radial ply tires are more rigid in the sidewall area than bias ply tires. Technician B says the belts in a radial tire restrict tread motion during contact with the road, thus improving tread life and traction. Who is correct?

B only

Technician A says radial tires can be mixed with other types of tires on the same vehicle. Technician B says tires should be replaced with ones of the same or higher speed rating. Who is correct?

B only

Technician A says that a micrometer can be used to measure the outside diameter of something. Technician B says that a Vernier caliper can be used to measure the inside diameter of a bore. Who is correct?

Both A and B

Technician A says that ball joints may be pressed into the control arm. Technician B says that ball joints may be riveted to the control arm. Who is correct?

Both A and B

Technician A says that many vehicles use an AC generator as the charging unit. Technician B says that all vehicles use an alternator as the charging unit. Who is correct?

Both A and B

Technician A says that portable floor jacks may be operated by hydraulics. Technician B says that portable floor jacks may be operated by compressed air. Who is correct?

Both A and B

Technician A uses a digital volt/ohmmeter to test amperage. Technician B uses the same tool to test resistance. Who is correct?

Both A and B

Which of the following is not accomplished by the fuel and air system of a gasoline engine? a. Stores the fuel for later use b. Collects and cleans the outside air c. Delivers fuel to a device that will control the amount of fuel going to the engine. d. Keeps the fuel and air ratio constant regardless of the conditions under which the engine is operating

Keeps the fuel and air ratio constant regardless of the conditions under which the engine is operating

Technician A says the all an individual need to do in order to become certified by ASE in a particular area is to pass the certification exam in that area. Technician B says that the questions on an ASE exam often force the test taker to choose between two distinct repair methods. Who is correct?

Neither A nor B

Which of the following wrenches is the best choice for torquing a bolt? a. Open-end b. Box-end c. Combination d. None of the above

None of the above

Vacuum is the absence of ________ . a. Space b. Pressure c. Air d. Volume

Pressure

Technician A says battery warranties are often prorated. Technician B says most prorated warranties have a deductible. Who is correct?

Technician A

Technician A says that a charging station removes old refrigerant and recharges an A/C system. Technician B says that a charging station can remove, filter, and clean refrigerant. Who is correct?

Technician A

Technician A uses a blowgun to blow off parts during cleaning. Technician B uses a blowgun to clean off his uniform after working. Who is correct?

Technician A

When using an air impact wrench, Technician A uses impact sockets and adapters. Technician B uses chrome-plated sockets. Who is correct?

Technician A

While discussing HEVs: Technician A says that in a series hybrid, the engine is only used to power a generator to recharge the batteries. Technician B says that in a parallel hybrid, the engine always supplies some of the power to move the vehicle. Who is correct?

Technician A only

Technician A says most US bolts have a thread pitch between 1.0 and 2.0 threads per millimeter. Technician B says 1.0 thread pitch is a finer thread than a 2.0 thread pitch. Who is correct?

Technician B

Technician A uses a dial indicator to take inside and outside measurements. Technician B uses a dial caliper to take inside, outside, and depth measurements. Who is correct?

Technician B

When using a voltmeter, Technician A connects it in series with the circuit being tested. Technician B connects the red lead of the voltmeter to the more positive side of the circuit. Who is correct?

Technician B

An engine will not start and no spark is found at the spark plugs when the engine is turned over by the starter. Technician A says that the problem is probably the battery. Technician B says that the ignition system is most likely at fault. Who is correct?

Technician B only

All these statements about energy and energy conversion are true, except ________ . a. Thermal energy may be defined as light energy b. Chemical to thermal energy conversion occurs when gasoline burns c. Mechanical energy is defined as the ability to do work d. Mechanical to electrical energy conversion occurs when the engine drives the generator

Thermal energy may be defined as light energy

A P195/75R14 tire classification includes both metric and English standard measurements. a. True b. False

True

A power steering pressure tester may be used to test the pressure on a hydraulic power brake booster. a. True b. False

True

A tapered punch is used to line up bolt holes. a. True b. False

True

The diagnostic connector for OBD-II vehicles is located in the same area for all vehicles. a. True b. False

True

A technician turns in 50 hours of work in a 40-hour workweek. He is being paid $20 per flat rate. How much is he actually making per hour? a. $25 per hour b. $20 per hour c. none of these answers is correct d. $50 per hour

$25 per hour

A RWD vehicle that is equipped with independent rear suspension has a rear differential and drive axle shafts similar to a FWD vehicle. a. True b. False

. True

The Federal Emissions Performance Warranty covers the catalytic converter for ______. a. 10 years/100,000 miles b. 2 years/24,000 miles c. 8 years/80,000 miles d. 5 years/50,000 miles

8 years/80,000 miles

Electronic components ______. a. are durable b. all answers are correct c. do not require periodic adjustment d. have no moving parts

all answers are correct

The motion of the piston and the rotation of the crankshaft is monitored by the _____ position sensor. a. all answers are correct b. piston c. crankshaft d. camshaft

crankshaft

Lateral and radial wheel runout is measured with a ______. a. spirit level b. dial indicator c. straightedge d. all answers are correct

dial indicator

What type of wrench should be used to loosen or tighten brake lines or tubing fittings? a. box-end b. combination c. flare nut d. open-end

flare nut

On a vehicle with a manual transmission, the clutch is connected to the ______. a. differential b. flywheel c. all answers are correct d. drive axle

flywheel

A "noid" light is used to check ______. a. fuel pumps b. ignitions c. fuel injector circuit d. spark plugs

fuel injector circuit

Most digital multimeters [DMM] can measure all the following EXCEPT: a. ignition timing b. duty cycle c. frequency d. diode continuity

ignition timing

A(n) _____ammeter determines the amount of amperage passing through the circuit based on the strength of the magnetic field surrounding the wire. a. Cat III b. inductive c. magneto-resistive d. conventional

inductive

Wholesale auto parts stores that sell aftermarket parts and supplies to service shops and the general public are called ______. a. mass merchandisers b. warehouse distributors c. jobbers d. freelancers

jobbers

What type of gloves should be worn when working on the electrical system of a hybrid vehicle? a. polyurethane rubber b. leather c. nitrile rubber d. lineman's

lineman's

An expert technician who guides, encourages and counsels automotive students, who can explain things that may not be clear to them, and who stays in contact with them during their training and entry into the workforce is called a ______. a. counselor b. benefactor c. mentor d. patron

mentor

NPT stands for ______. a. nonplated threads b. nominal proportion thread c. nickel plated threads d. national pipe thread

national pipe thread

A measurement must be made within one ten-thousandth of an inch. Technician A uses a machinist's rule. Technician B uses a standard micrometer. Who is correct?

neither A nor B

ASE test are being discussed. Technician A says ASE is administered by the Department of Transportation. Technician B says most states require technicians to be ASE certified before they can work on automobiles. Who is correct?

neither A nor B

Technician A says a tap cuts external threads. Technician B says a die cuts internal threads. Who is correct?

neither A nor B

To prevent vibration from loosening the fasteners, locknuts have _____ inserted into a section of the threads. a. copper b. polycarbonate c. aluminum d. nylon

nylon

Which of the following components is not a part of an air-conditioning system? a. evaporator b. accumulator c. refrigerant pressure regulator [RPR] d. thermostatic expansion valve [TXV]

refrigerant pressure regulator [RPR]

When servicing air-conditioning hoses, a(n) _______ coupling tool set is required to disconnect the hose ends. a. O-ring b. snap ring c. spring lock d. flare nut

spring lock

Which of the following is NOT a typical emission control system? a. evaporative system [EVAP] b. thermostatic expansion valve [TEV] c. positive crankcase ventilation [PCV] d. exhaust gas recirculation [EGR]

thermostatic expansion valve [TEV]

A thank-you letter should be sent within _____ of an interview. a. a week b. five days c. hours d. three day

three days

Tightening lug nuts beyond specifications may distort the disc brake rotor. a. True b. False

true

What tool is NOT used for fabricating new brake lines. a. SAE flaring tool b. ISO flaring tool c. tubing hone d. tubing cutter/reamer

tubing hone

Gasoline fumes are lighter than air. a. True b. False

False

Metric and SAE wrenches are interchangeable. a. True b. False

False

True or False? The business you decide to work for will pay for all of the benefits you receive.

False

Use a conventional 12-volt test light to diagnose components and wires in a computer system. a. True b. False

False

Which emission control system introduces exhaust gases into the intake air to reduce the formation of NOX (oxides of nitrogen) in the combustion chamber? a. AIR b. EGR c. evaporative d. PCV

EGR

A conventional ammeter requires that the ammeter be connected in parallel with the circuit to be tested. a. True b. False

False

Technician A says a drum micrometer is used to measure the inside diameter of a brake drum. Technician B says it only measures metric drums. Who is correct?

b. A only

A transaxle is a transmission that does not have a differential. a. True b. False

b. False

Failure to report a hazardous waste spill can result in a penalty of ______. a. $10,000 b. one year in jail c. neither "$10,000" nor "one year in jail" d. both "$10,000" and "one year in jail"

both "$10,000" and "one year in jail"

Modern engines do not use a distributor. Instead of distributors, modern engines have one ignition coil _____. a. both "for each spark plug" and "for every two spark plugs" b. for each spark plug c. both "for each spark plug" and "for every two spark plugs" d. for every two spark plugs

both "for each spark plug" and "for every two spark plugs"

The amount of antifreeze in the coolant is measured with a _____. a. hydrometer b. refractometer c. both "hydrometer" and "refractometer" d. neither "hydrometer" nor "refractometer"

both "hydrometer" and "refractometer"

Manifold vacuum is measured in ______. a. both "inches of mercury [in. Hg]" and "kilopascals [kPa]" b. inches of mercury [in. Hg] c. kilopascals [kPa] d. neither "inches of mercury [in. Hg]" nor "kilopascals [kPa]"

both "inches of mercury [in. Hg]" and "kilopascals [kPa]"

Technician A says higher aspect ratios provide a softer ride because they will deflect more over irregular surfaces and under heavy loads. Technician B says shorter sidewall heights demand stiffer sidewalls. Therefore, tires with a low aspect ratio have a harsher ride. Who is correct?

both A and B

Technician A uses a punch to align holes in parts during assembly. Technician B uses a punch to drive out rivets. Who is correct?

both A and B