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Spring 2024 (BAC) Final Exam

Total questions: 59

Worksheet time: 29mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Where should the level of brake fluid is located in the brake fluid reservoir?

a)

At the minimum fill line

b)

At the maximum fill line.

c)

Above the maximum fill line.

d)

Between the minimum and maximum fill lines.

2.

What brake issue may be occurring if a car “pulls” to a side when stopping?

a)

Both brakes may not be working.

b)

One brake may not be working.

c)

There is dirt in the brakes.

d)

There is air in the brake lines.

3.

What brake issue may be occurring if there is a grinding noise in the brakes?

a)

There is a broken or damaged brake line.

b)

There is a bent rotor.

c)

There is low brake fluid pressure.

d)

There is dirt in the brake pads or the brake pads are low.

4.

What does “DOT” stands for?

a)

Department of Transportation

b)

Department of Transit

c)

Department of Transport

d)

Department of Transition

5.

What causes moisture to enter a “closed” braking system?

a)

A loose seal.

b)

Missing gasket.

c)

The air pressure hole in the fill cap.

d)

Loose brake pads.

6.

What a light (indicator) on the dashboard, can this tell you about the brakes?

a)

Everything is okay.

b)

There is a potential problem.

c)

There are many brake problems.

d)

It is time to get a tune up.

7.

What brake fluid absorbs over time?

a)

Water

b)

Air

c)

Dirt

d)

Silt

8.

What happens because of this absorption in brake fluid?

a)

Increased stopping distance

b)

Decreased stopping distance.

c)

Increased boiling point.

d)

Decreased boiling point.

9.

What brake issue may be occurring if there is wobbling, vibration, or pulsation, when braking?

a)

New brake pads

b)

Old brake pads

c)

Out of round brake rotors

d)

Loose brake parts.

10.

When brakes are flushed (or purged)?

a)

Every 6 months

b)

Every 1-2 years.

c)

Every 2-3 years.

d)

Every 3-4 years.

11.

What are 2 characteristics of a fluid?

a)

Clear

Consistent

b)

Lacking Hue

Lacking viscosity

c)

Compressible

Force in one direction

d)

Not compressible

Force in all directions.

12.

How frequently are brakes bled?

a)

6 mon.

or as needed

b)

1-2 years

c)

2-3 years

d)

3-4 years.

13.

What Listen, Feel, Sound, Check refer to.

a)

Items to pay attention to for the steering system.

b)

Items to pay attention to for the braking system.

c)

Items to pay attention to for the suspension system.

d)

Items to pay attention to for the combustion system.

14.

What is “hard braking?”

a)

Braking slowly.

b)

Braking quickly.

c)

Braking while driving

d)

Braking in a turn.

15.

 How many millimeters of brake pad (or shoe) indicate that a pad (or shoe) is unsafe and needs to be replaced.

a)

2-3

b)

3-4

c)

4-6

d)

7-8

16.

When should open brake fluid be thrown away?

a)

After it is used.

b)

After it is poured into the brake fluid reservoir

c)

After 2 or more weeks.

d)

After the expiration date.

17.

What brake issue may be occurring, there is a juddering noise while braking?

a)

broken brake pads

b)

fractured brake pads

c)

uneven rotors

d)

hot rotors

18.

What brake issue may be occurring If there is a squeaking sound?

a)

broken brake pads

b)

worn brake pads

c)

uneven rotors

d)

hot rotors

19.

What brake issue may be occurring when the brakes are smoking or there is a burning smell?

a)

broken brake pads

b)

worn brake pads

c)

uneven rotors

d)

overheated rotors and brake pads

20.

What brake issue may be occurring a brake pedal is “soft, bouncy, and/or spongy?”

a)

too little brake fluid

b)

too much brake fluid

c)

glazed brake pads

d)

fractured brake pads.

21.

What 2 pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) items should be worn during a brake change?

a)

ear muffs

safety glasses

b)

headscarf

safety glasses

c)

Steel toed shoes

safety glasses

d)

gloves

safety glasses

22.

What is a consequence if a driver consistently uses “hard braking” to stop a vehicle?

a)

Increased brake pad (or shoe) use.

b)

Reduced rotor life

c)

Darkened brake fluid

d)

All of the above

23.

Why is it important not to have air inside the brake lines?

a)

Air will cause a soft or "spongy" brake pedal

b)

Air will rust the lines.

c)

Air will cause the brake lines to bleed.

d)

Air will cause the brake lines to boil.

24.

What brake issue may be occurring if a brake pedal is “firmer than usual.”

a)

The brake fluid may be contaminated

b)

The brake fluid may be old.

c)

The brake fluid may be over full.

d)

The brake fluid may be the wrong type.

25.

How often should the brake parts be inspected?

a)

Every year

b)

Every 1-2 years

c)

Every 2-3 years

d)

Every 3-4 years.

26.

What is the typical voltage output of an alternator in a vehicle when it's charging the battery?

a)

6 volts

b)

9 volts

c)

12 volts

(13.5 to 14.5 volts actual)

d)

15 volts

27.
The purpose of the suspension system is to:
a)
a) allow for vehicle to travel straight
b)
b) allow the vehicle to stay in contact with the road
c)
c) allow the vehicle to have a comfortable ride.
d)
d) answers b & c
28.
The purpose of the steering system is to:
a)
steer the vehicle.
b)
provide stability to the vehicle.
c)
allow the vehicle to travel straight.
d)
provide a place for the tires.
29.
The purpose of the tires are to:
a)
steer the vehicle.
b)
provide stability to the vehicle.
c)
allow the vehicle to travel straight.
d)
provide contact with the roadway.
30.
Where is the proper tire size information located on the vehicle?
a)
In the owner's manual.
b)
On the internet.
c)
On or near the b-pillar.
d)
All of the above.
31.
Does tire pressure affect fuel consumption?
a)
Yes
b)
No
32.
The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is:
a)
the system that tells the driver how heavy the vehicle is.
b)
the system that tells the driver if they are skidding.
c)
The system that tells the driver if the vehicle is over weight.
d)
The system that tells the driver that a tire is deflated (or flat).
33.
When do tires need balancing?
a)
At every oil change
b)
At least once a year
c)
Every six months
d)
When the tires are "wobbling."
34.
Generally, when are the tires rotated?
a)
At every oil change
b)
At least once a year
c)
Every six months
d)
Every other year.
35.
Where is the proper tire inflation information located on the vehicle?
a)
owner's manual
b)
on or near the b-pillar
c)
internet
d)
All of the above
36.
What household item can be used to clean the acid from battery terminals?
a)
Baking Soda & Water
b)
Milk
c)
Distilled Water
d)
Soap & Water
37.
The terminals can be cleaned by hand using which items?
a)
Battery terminal cleaner
b)

baking soda

c)
Sand (abrasive) paper
d)

All of these items.

38.
When you have the money, you should purchase a battery with the most Cold Cranking Amps.
a)
True
b)
False
39.

At the end of the warranty period, you will receive the most money towards the replacement battery.

a)
True
b)
False
40.
To save money, you should buy a used battery?
a)
True
b)
False
41.
You can jump a battery that is leaking battery acid?
a)
True
b)
False
42.

Purchasing inexpensive jumper cables is a good idea?

a)
Yes
b)
No
43.
The easiest way to open a heavy door  is by applying the force
a)
Near the hinges
b)
In the middle of the door
c)
At the edge of the door far from the hinges
d)
At the top of the door
44.
The easiest way to open a heavy door  is by applying the force
a)
Near the hinges
b)
In the middle of the door
c)
At the edge of the door far from the hinges
d)
At the top of the door
45.
Will the torque be increased by using the rope?
a)
A - Yes
b)
B - No
46.

Liam applies a force to a wrench to tighten a bolt. The torque produced is the product of the force exerted by Liam and the length of the wrench from the bolt to where the force is applied.

a)

True 

b)

False

47.

What pattern is used when tightening lug nuts?

a)

Star

b)

Box

c)

Square

d)

Circle

48.

Why is it important to regularly change automotive engine oil?

a)

To lubricate the engine, reduce friction, remove contaminants, and improve engine performance and longevity.

b)

To save money on oil changes

c)

To decrease fuel efficiency

d)

To reduce engine noise

49.

What is the proper way to dispose of used automotive engine oil?

a)

Take it to a local repair shop.

b)

Dump it in a nearby river

c)

Throw it in the trash

d)

Pour it down the drain

50.

What happens if automotive engine oil is not regularly?

a)

Increased engine performance, improved fuel efficiency, and extended engine lifespan.

b)

Decreased engine noise, improved engine cooling, and increased engine horsepower.

c)

Engine wear and damage, decreased fuel efficiency, and potential engine failure.

d)

Reduced emissions, improved engine power, and enhanced engine reliability.

51.

What are the signs that indicate the need for an automotive engine oil change?

a)

Clear and clean oil, high oil level, engine warning light, normal engine noises, and a fresh smell from the engine.

b)

Clear and clean oil, low oil level, no engine warning light, unusual engine noises, and a burning smell from the engine.

c)

Dark and dirty oil, low oil level, engine warning light, unusual engine noises, and a burning smell from the engine.

d)

Dark and dirty oil, high oil level, no engine warning light, normal engine noises, and a fresh smell from the engine.

52.

How can you check the oil level in an automotive engine?

a)

To check the oil level by "reading" the markings on the dipstick.

b)

By smelling the oil

c)

By draining all the oil.

d)

By listening to the engine noise

53.

What does API rating represent?

a)

The service rating for the oil.

b)

The age of the oil.

c)

The type of car that uses that oil.

d)

The color of the oil.

54.

Why should the oil filter be hand tightened?

a)

To avoid stripping the mounting stud.

b)

To avoid falling off.

c)

To avoid being over tightened.

d)

To avoid having an engine malfunction.

55.

Which one of these is a function of engine oil?

a)

Keep the engine from overheating

b)

Increase gas mileage

c)

Extend the life of the vehicle

d)

All of these answers

56.

Is it important to park on level ground when checking the engine oil?

a)

True

b)

False

57.

It is important to run the engine before checking the oil.

a)

True

b)

False

58.

Emitting blue smoke from the tail pipe is an indication of what condition.

a)

Burning gas

b)

Headgasket leak

c)

Burning Oil

d)

Burning antifreeze

59.

Disposing of used engine oil in the storm drain is a good way to get rid of it.

a)

True

b)

False