Question 1

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.

Accepted Answer

A)  Wad 
B)  Pin 
C)  Prick 
D)  Drift

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following is a type of tap?

Accepted Answer

A)  Taper tap 
B)  Intermediate tap 
C)  Bottoming tap 
D)  All of the above

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A)  at every use. 
B)  on a periodic basis. 
C)  only once a year. 
D)  None of the answers listed

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A)  The flywheel and the transmission countershaft gear 
B)  The pressure plate and the transmission output shaft 
C)  The transmission input and output 
D)  The flywheel and transmission input

Question 6

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?

Accepted Answer

A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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?

Accepted Answer

A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 9

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?

Accepted Answer

A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

A)  10 
B)  20 
C)  30 
D)  40

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Jaws 
B)  Cross-arm 
C)  Forcing screw 
D)  All of the above

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Prick punch 
B)  Center punch 
C)  Drift punch 
D)  All of the answers listed

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Rough 
B)  Thread 
C)  Course bastard 
D)  Second cut

Question 15

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.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A torque wrench is also known as a:

Accepted Answer

A)  tension wrench. 
B)  torque limiter. 
C)  tightness gauge. 
D)  torque stick.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Various hand tools 
B)  Electrical meters 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

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?

Accepted Answer

A)  Technician A 
B)  Technician B 
C)  Both A and B 
D)  Neither A nor B

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Intermediate tap 
B)  Bottoming tap 
C)  Taper tap 
D)  Tap handle

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.