AR2.4-2.5 Quiz

What is a chain drive?

• A series of chain links that mesh with a toothed gear

• A type of electric motor

• A hydraulic system

• A type of belt drive

What is the function of a sprocket in a chain drive?

• To increase speed

• To grip the chain and propel it forward

• To decrease torque

• To change direction

What type of motion is described as reciprocating?

• Circular motion

• Back and forth motion

• Linear motion

• Rotational motion

What is the main purpose of a chain drive?

• To generate electricity

• To transmit motion and force

• To cool down engines

• To store energy

What happens to speed and torque if the driving gear is larger than the driven gear?

• Speed decreases, torque increases

• Speed increases, torque decreases

• Both speed and torque decrease

• Both speed and torque increase

What is the main component that moves objects along a moving chain in a VEX kit?

• Gears

• Intake flaps

• Belts

• Wheels

What is the first step in the Design Process?

• Generate Concepts

• Define the Problem

• Design the Solution

• Build and Test

What type of motion does a cam and follower convert rotary motion into?

• Linear

• Circular

• Reciprocating

• Oscillating

In a chain drive, what is the gear with teeth called?

• Sprocket

• Pulley

• Wheel

• Cog

What happens to speed when the drive gear is smaller than the driven gear in a chain drive?

• Speed increases

• Speed decreases

• Speed remains the same

• Speed doubles