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WorksheetsMaintenance Aptitude Test
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 45mins
On a 110-volt circuit, the hot wire is normally:
White
Black or Red
Green or bare wire
Yellow
Where is a fuse link located?
In a fuse box
On a heat coil
On a stove element
None of the above
Low voltage means:
Less than 220 volts
Less than 460 volts
110 volt
Less than 30 volts (usually 24)
When wiring a new wall receptacle, the silver screw is for:
Ground wire
Neutral Wire
Hot wire
None of the above
Most residential wiring is three-phase.
True
False
A sequencer is used in:
Heating and air conditioning
Plumbing
Outside lighting
None of the above
What is the purpose of a breaker in an electrical circuit?
To route electrical currents
Overload protection
All of the above
None of the above
On a 110-volt circuit, where the white wire is common, the black wire is normally .
24 volts
220 volts
210 volts
On a 110-volt circuit, the ground wire is normally:
Black or Red
White
Green or bare wire
Yellow
A resident reports an outlet is not working. What is the first thing you should check?
Wiring behind the wall
Replace the outlet
Circuit breaker
The building’s main electrical panel
On most garbage disposals, where is the reset button located?
In the breaker box
On the outlet nearest the disposal
On the bottom of the disposal
On the nearest wall
Where is the bibb seat located?
In a faucet
On a toilet
None of the above
All of the above
As the hot water heater tank is being filled up, you should:
Clean it up
Flush the toilet
Purge the tank of air
None of the above
The pilot light on a standing pilot water heater won't stay lit. What might be causing the problem?
The ignitor
The thermocouple
The thermostat
None of the above
Most gas water heaters have two (2) regulators. The one on the meter should be adjusted only by the utility company.
True
False
Where do you find a flapper?
In a dishwasher
In a toilet tank
In a water heater
In an oven
How long is a recovery tank inspection good?
1 year
5 years
10 years
15 years
Where is a P-Trap located?
Under the dishwasher
Under the sink
Behind the refrigerator
None of the above
Where is a ballcock used?
In a dishwasher
In a toilet
In a water heater
All of the above
The proper way to clear a jam in a garbage disposal is to:
Turn it on and off several times
Insert an unjamming wrench into the bottom of the disposal
There is no proper way, it must be replaced
What is the purpose of a squirrel cage?
To move air through the handler
To cool circulation pump
None of the above
All of the above
Taking heat out of the air will do what to the air temperature?
Raise
Lower
Stabilize
None of the above
When charging, vapor should be added to the ______ side of the compressor.
High
Liquid
Left
What is one purpose of shutoff valves on the compressor during installation and when servicing?
To allow you to overheat the compressor to check for leaks
To allow the freon to be saved while servicing the unit
To regulate or shut-off electrical current to the condenser
None of the above
An iced-up evaporator is usually a sign of insufficient air through the evaporator coils or:
Low charge
High charge
None of the above
All of the above
What is an air diffuser?
Part of a strip heat
A vent with an open/shut control
None of the above
All of the above
The condenser is part of the:
High side
Low side
Neither
None of the above
What are the two purposes of a filter drier?
To remove moisture and trap debris
To evaporate water from outside the compressor during rain
To heat air and gas to increase efficiency
A and B
A fan or cooler relay is used in an electric furnace to change the blower speed to the speed for cooling.
Medium
Low
All of the above
Why do you use a vacuum pump on an air conditioning unit?
To remove the freon
To remove impurities
To remove the oil
All of the above
A single burner on a range will not come on. How do you check to see what is wrong?
Ohm out the burner that is not coming on
Replace the burner
Replace the thermostat
Reset circuit breaker
On which appliance would you find a hot wire relay?
Stove
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Hot water heater
A resident calls and complains that soap bubbles run out of the dishwasher when she runs it. A probable cause is:
The drain is clogged
The resident used hand dishwashing soap instead of automatic dishwashing soap
The dishwasher is too full
All of the above
What causes the burner flame on a gas stove to be yellow?
High gas pressure
Too much air in the flame
Not enough air in the flame
All of the above
A refrigerator is running but not cooling properly. What is the most common cause?
Faulty compressor
Dirty condenser coils
Faulty water valve
Broken ice maker
Which of these is NOT a typical cause of a dishwasher leak?
Faulty door gasket
Loose drain hose
Low detergent
Clogged filter
What causes a refrigerator to leak water?
Clogged drain line
Low refrigerant
Dirty condenser coils
Faulty thermostat
What is a common reason for an oven not heating properly?
Broken ignitor
Faulty timer
Poor ventilation
Dirty racks
How often should dryer vents be cleaned?
Every month
Every 6 months
Annually
Only when clogged
What is the purpose of a thermal fuse in a dryer?
To control temperature
To regulate power
To supply heat
To control spin speed
What is the best way to remove old paint from a surface before repainting?
Scraping and sanding
Applying a new coat directly
Using warm water
Spraying with primer
What is the purpose of a primer before painting?
To add color
To create a smooth and adhesive surface
To prevent cracking
To make paint dry faster
Which type of paint finish is most durable for high-traffic areas?
Flat
Satin
Eggshell
Semi-gloss
What is the best way to clean up latex paint?
Paint thinner
Water
Turpentine
Acetone
What causes paint to peel?
Poor surface preparation
Too many coats
Using high-quality paint
Painting in cold weather
Which tool is best for cutting in along edges and corners?
Paint roller
Flat brush
Angle brush
Sprayer
What is the purpose of painter’s tape?
To seal holes
To protect surfaces from paint drips
To spread paint evenly
To remove old paint
How long should you wait between coats of latex paint?
30 minutes
1 hour
2-4 hours
24 hours
What type of paint is best for bathrooms?
Flat
Matte
Semi-gloss
Chalk paint
What should you do if a painted surface has brush marks?
Sand lightly and repaint
Add more paint
Use a paint sprayer
Apply another thick coat
Muriatic acid is used to the pH level in a pool.
Raise
Stabilize
None of the above
Never mix two pool maintenance chemicals together.
True
False
The chlorine level in a pool should be maintained between:
7.2 - 7.5 ppm
1.0 - 3.0 ppm
5.0 - 10.0 ppm
None of the above
When should a pool filter be backwashed?
Every day
When the water starts to look milky
According to the pressure
Monthly
For safety reasons, you should never go up on a roof while there is dew on the ground.
True
False
When cutting glass with a glasscutter, pressing too hard can result in:
Chipping the glass
Not getting the cut straight
Dulling the cutter
Not cutting at all
What is a striker plate?
Part of a door assembly
An anvil
A lighter for a torch
None of the above
To raise your swimming pool pH, which chemical should you add to the water?
Soda Ash
Chlorine
Muriatic Acid
None of the above
What is the best way to fix a loose door hinge?
Replace the entire door
Tighten the screws or use longer screws
Apply glue to the hinge
Remove the hinge
What should you do if you notice mold growing in a unit?
Cover it with paint
Identify the moisture source and fix it
Spray it with air freshener
Ignore it unless the resident complains
