Tire Tread Analysis Quiz

Aiden was driving through a wet section of the street and observed the impressions left by his tires after he drove through a puddle. He observed that he left positive impressions. What are positive impressions?

• Material removed

• Material compacted

• Material left behind

• Material dissolved

Carlos is examining the tire tracks left on a muddy road. In tire tread analysis, what does a negative impression indicate?

• Material is added

• Material is left behind

• Material is removed or compacted

• Material is expanded

What are grooves that run across the tire called?

• Ridges

• Slots

• Channels

• Lines

What do tread wear indicators show?

• The color of the tire

• The brand of the tire

• How worn down a tire is

• The size of the tire

What are the tread patterns of tires made of?

• Solid rubber

• Design elements separated by grooves

• Metal strips

• Fabric layers

What do tread wear indicators show?

• The speed of the tire

• The pressure inside the tire

• How worn a tire is

• The temperature of the tire

What is the primary function of tire tread patterns?

• To reduce the tire's size

• To enhance the tire's color

• To improve traction and handling

• To increase the tire's weight

Which part of the tire is responsible for maintaining contact with the road surface?

• The sidewall

• The tread

• The bead

• The inner liner