Understanding Light Vehicle Brakes

What are the two main types of light vehicle brakes?

• Drum brakes and disc brakes

• Hydraulic brakes and pneumatic brakes

• Electric brakes and magnetic brakes

• Air brakes and vacuum brakes

Which component of a brake system is responsible for converting hydraulic pressure into mechanical force?

• Brake pedal

• Brake caliper

• Brake rotor

• Brake booster

What is the primary function of brake pads in a disc brake system?

• To increase the speed of the vehicle

• To reduce friction between the wheel and the road

• To create friction with the brake rotor to slow down the vehicle

• To provide hydraulic pressure to the brake lines

Which regulation in Great Britain sets the standards for vehicle brakes?

• The Highway Code

• The Road Traffic Act

• The Vehicle Safety Standards Act

• The Construction and Use Regulations

What is the role of the brake master cylinder in a hydraulic brake system?

• To store brake fluid

• To amplify the force applied by the driver

• To convert mechanical force into hydraulic pressure

• To cool down the brake components

Which of the following is a common material used for brake pads?

• Iron

• Copper

• Asbestos

• Carbon fibre

What is the purpose of a brake rotor in a disc brake system?

• To provide a surface for the brake pads to press against

• To store hydraulic fluid

• To increase the vehicle's speed

• To reduce noise during braking

Which component in a drum brake system pushes the brake shoes against the drum?

• Brake caliper

• Wheel cylinder

• Brake booster

• Brake pedal

What is the legal minimum tread depth for tyres in Great Britain to ensure effective braking?

• 1.0 mm

• 1.6 mm

• 2.0 mm

• 2.5 mm

Which of the following is a symptom of a failing brake booster?

• Soft brake pedal

• Hard brake pedal

• Squeaking noise during braking

• Brake fluid leakage