Exam 6: Measuring Tools and Systems

The international system (S.I.) of measurement is known as the ____________________.

The metric unit of weight is the ____________________, which is the weight of the amount of water it takes to fill a cube that is 1/100 of a meter long on each side.

While discussing measuring tools, Technician A says that when measuring clearance with a feeler gauge, there should be a slight drag when the feeler strip is moved through the area of clearance. Technician B says that if a feeler gauge that is 0.001" thicker will not fit into the gap, the correct measurement has been made. Who is correct?

The tool that is MOST-Likely equipped with a revolution counter is the:

Beginning in 1985, Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler began to use metric fasteners in some locations on their vehicles.

Thickness gauges are commonly called ____________________.

The temperature at which water freezes is zero degrees Celsius (0°C). Water boils at 100°C.

An inside micrometer can be used to measure cylinder bores and main and rod bearing bores.

Which of the following is LEAST-Likely a type of dial indicator face?

There are combination micrometers that give both metric and English readings. Briefly describe the two versions available.

____ is a product used to measure oil clearance in bearings and oil pumps.

Why are indicators considered to be comparison instruments?

What is the purpose of a feeler gauge?

What extra features do some micrometers have?

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely to be true?

An electronic caliper works the same way as an ordinary caliper, but its measurement is shown on a liquid crystal display (LCD) to an accuracy of 0.0005.

The tool that would MOST-Likely be used to measure cylinder bores is the:

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

A kilogram equals about 1.2 pounds.

What are the advantages of micrometers over other types of measuring instruments?