Exam 3: Basic Tools and Precision Measuring

A ______ punch is the most efficient tool to make a hole in soft sheet material like shim steel, plastic, and leather, or, most commonly, in a gasket.

Whenever you use a gasket scraper, be very careful not to nick or damage the surface being cleaned.

Which of the following is a type of tap?

Torque wrenches fall out of calibration over time or if they are not used properly, so they should be checked and calibrated:

The clutch connects and disconnects engine power between which two components?

Technician A states that an automotive technician should invest in low quality tools. Technician B states that price is not always the best indicator of quality of a tool. Who is correct?

A measuring tape is useful for measuring longer distances and is accurate to a millimeter or fraction of an inch.

Technician A says a limited slip differential can redirect power from a drive wheel that is slipping to the wheel that has traction. Technician B says traction control can redirect power by applying the brake on a drive wheel that is slipping. Who is correct?

Technician A says that certain repair shops will keep specialty tools stored in a central location. Technician B says that shop provided specialty tools should not to be shared between technicians. Who is correct?

Rough files have the coarsest teeth, with approximately ______ teeth per inch.

Which of the following is a main part of a gear puller?

Which of the following is a typical type of punch used in automotive service and repairs?

Absorbing some chemicals through the skin over time can cause permanent harm to your body.

The ______ file cleans clogged or distorted threads on bolts and studs.

On one end, gasket scrapers have a comfortable handle to grip like a screwdriver handle; on the other end, a blade is fitted with a sharp edge to assist in the removal of gaskets.

A torque wrench is also known as a:

Technicians have a selection of their own tools, which include _________.

A steel hammer might mark or damage the part being struck, especially if that part is made of a softer metal, such as aluminum.

Technician A states that a Vernier caliper can be used for precision measurements. Technician B states that a ruler can also be used to measure the same. Who is correct?

A(n) _______ narrows at the tip, which makes it easier to start straight when cutting threads in a new hole.