Mechanical Aptitude

If X turns clockwise, which way will Y turn?

• Clockwise

• Counterclockwise

If cog B turns counterclockwise, which way will cog A turn?

• Clockwise

• Counterclockwise

Which of these pendulums will swing at the fastest speed?

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E

Which cog will make the most number of turns in 30 seconds?

• Cog A

• Cog B

• They are both the same

At which point do you need to place weight X in order for the scale to be balanced?

• A

• B

• C

How many switches need to be closed to light up one bulb?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

If bar X moves to the left, which way will bar Y go?

• Right

• Left

• Will not move

Which of the shelves can carry the heaviest load?

• A

• B

• Both are the same

If water is poured in at point Z, which tube would overflow first?

• X

• Y

• At the same time

Which rope would be easiest to use to pull the mass over?

• A

• B

• C