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Hydraulic Systems Quiz

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 32mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the primary function of a hydraulic system in machines?

a)

To decrease the weight of the machine

b)

To increase the mechanical advantage of the machine

c)

To reduce the size of the machine

d)

To make the machine more colorful

2.

What is the primary function of a hydraulic system?

a)

To generate electricity

b)

To move objects using fluids

c)

To cool down machinery

d)

To create sound waves

3.

In a hydraulic system, how is pressure transmitted?

a)

Unequally throughout the system

b)

Only to the point of application

c)

Equally to another point in the system

d)

Only to the nearest point

4.

What indicates pressure in the fluid of a hydraulic system?

a)

The color of the fluid.

b)

The size of the pistons.

c)

The direction of the fluid.

d)

The temperature of the fluid.

5.

In a hydraulic system, what is the relationship between the movement of Piston 1 and Piston 2?

a)

Piston 2 moves less than Piston 1.

b)

Piston 2 moves more than Piston 1.

c)

Piston 2 moves an equal amount to Piston 1.

d)

Piston 2 does not move.

6.

How is mechanical advantage achieved in a hydraulic system?

a)

By increasing temperature

b)

By using larger pistons

c)

By reducing pressure

d)

By using smaller pipes

7.

What is the purpose of a reservoir in a basic hydraulic system?

a)

To store hydraulic fluid

b)

To control flow rate

c)

To convert power into work

d)

To measure pressure

8.

What is the purpose of filters and strainers in a fluid power system?

a)

To regulate pressure drop

b)

To absorb air and prevent foaming

c)

To remove system contamination

d)

To increase flow rate

9.

What is pressure?

a)

Somebody convincing you to jump into a pool.

b)

How deep a well is.

c)

Amount of force applied to a given area.

d)

Amount of water in a cup of water.

10.

Pascal's Law states that a fluid transmits pressure equally in all directions.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

What is a power unit in hydraulics known as?

a)

Pump

b)

Compressor

c)

Filter

d)

Internal Combustion Engine

12.

P =F÷AP\ =F\div A  If we are applying 20 pounds of force over 1 square inch how much pressure is being applied?

a)

20 psi

b)

30 psi

c)

21 psi

d)

20 pounds 

13.

In Pascals Law P (Pressure) is measured using

a)

PSI

b)

Pounds

c)

KG's

d)

Stones

14.

Which one of these is not one of 3 factors that control power in hydraulic system

a)

pressure

b)

flow

c)

direction of flow

d)

air

15.

What is the difference between hydraulics and pneumatics?

a)

Hydraulic systems use water; pneumatic systems use anything but water.

b)

Pneumatic systems use liquids and hydraulic systems use gases.

c)

Hydraulic systems use liquids and pneumatic systems use gases.

d)

Hydraulic systems always have an MA less than 1 and pneumatic systems always have an MA greater than 1.

16.

This component controls pressure to an operating hydraulic circuit.

a)

Actuator

b)

Regulator

c)

Manifold

d)

Viscosity

17.

Hydraulic fluid is always?

a)

Liquid

b)

Gas

c)

Solid

d)

Plasmaq

18.

What is the function of a hydraulic pump in a fluid power system?

a)

To store hydraulic fluid

b)

To convert mechanical energy into hydraulic energy

c)

To regulate the flow of hydraulic fluid

d)

To measure the pressure of hydraulic fluid

19.

While the hydraulic fluid is moving through the components, it is coating the surfaces of the components. The coating of fluid does two things name them?

a)

Lubricates and Seals

b)

Cools and creates a reservoir.

c)

Heats and creates a reservoir.

d)

Hydraulics don't use fluids.

20.

It's important for a hydraulic system to contain what?

a)

Air bubbles

b)

No air bubbles

c)

Compressible fluid

d)

Compressible gas

21.

Where can you look on your car to see a good example of a basic piston-driven hydraulic system?

a)

The power steering system

b)

The instrument panel

c)

The brake system

d)

The radio system

22.

The great thing about hydraulic systems is that the pipe connecting the two cylinders can be__________

a)

Disconnected, yet still operate

b)

Any length and shape

c)

Filled with air

d)

All of the above

23.

A ________ is a sliding plug that fits closely inside the bore of a cylinder

a)

A jack

b)

A piston

c)

A valve

24.

What is a hydraulic system?

a)

A hydraulic system is a technology that uses liquid to transmit power and perform mechanical tasks.

b)

A hydraulic system is a technology that uses electricity to transmit power and perform mechanical tasks.

c)

A hydraulic system is a technology that uses air to transmit power and perform mechanical tasks.

d)

A hydraulic system is a technology that uses solid materials to transmit power and perform mechanical tasks.

25.

What are the advantages of using hydraulic systems?

a)

Hydraulic systems are expensive and difficult to install.

b)

Hydraulic systems are prone to leaks and require frequent repairs.

c)

Hydraulic systems offer high power density, precise control, durability, and ease of maintenance.

d)

Hydraulic systems have limited power output and are not suitable for heavy-duty applications.