Questions set 51

Parts of an Automobile

1.      The transmission system transmits _________ from engine to wheels.
a) Speed
b) Power
c) Current
d) Pressure
Answer: b
Explanation: The basic function of the transmission system is to transmit power from engine to wheels.

2.      Which of the following is not a part of the transmission system
a) Clutch
b) Axles
c) Wheels
d) Gear box
Answer: c
Explanation: Wheels are considered a part of the automobile chassis.

3.      The loads supported by an automobile frame are
a) Weight of the body, passengers and cargo loads
b) Torque from engine and transmission
c) Sudden impacts from collisions
d) All of the mentioned
Answer: d
Explanation: Supporting all the above mentioned loads is a basic function of an automobile frame.

4.      An automobile chassis does not include which one of the following parts
a) Shock absorbers
b) Steering system
c) Differential
d) Brakes
Answer: c
Explanation: A ‘differential’ is a component of the transmission system.

5.      The electrical system of an automobile contains which of the following
a) Battery
b) Alternators
c) Lighting systems
d) All of the mentioned
Answer: d
Explanation: Battery, alternators and lighting systems are the major electrical components of an automobile.

6.      Which of these were or are used in automobiles to provide suspension.
a) Leaf springs
b) Coil springs
c) Torsion bars
d) All of the mentioned
Answer: d
Explanation: All the three mentioned are types of suspension systems.

7.      What are ‘Air Dams’
a) Spoilers at the front of a vehicle
b) Spoilers at the rear of a vehicle
c) Spoilers at the sides of a vehicle
d) Spoilers at the top of a vehicle
Answer: a
Explanation: Spoilers at the front of a vehicle are known as Air Dams.

8.      What are ‘Wings’ of a vehicle
a) Spoilers at the front of a vehicle
b) Spoilers at the rear of a vehicle
c) Spoilers at the sides of a vehicle
d) Spoilers at the top of a vehicle
Answer: b
Explanation: Spoilers located at the rear of a vehicle are known as Wings.

9.      The lid that covers the engine top in a car and situated at the front is called ________
a) Gill
b) Softtop
c) Bonnet
d) Spoiler
Answer: c
Explanation: The hinged lid covering the engine is called ‘Bonnet’ or ‘hood’.

10.  An upraised part on the hood which directs the air flow into the engine compartment is called
a) Spoiler
b) Hotpipe
c) Hood scoop
d) Wings
Answer: c
Explanation: Hood scoop makes a channel of air to flow into the engine compartment.

11.  Why ‘Bumpers’ are used in cars
a) To reduce the impact in case of low speed collisions
b) To improve the aerodynamics of a car
c) To increase the engine performance
d) None of the mentioned
Answer: a
Explanation: Bumpers reduce the impact of collision and save the passengers from getting injured.

12.  The central portion of the wheel is called
a) Rim
b) Scale
c) Hub
d) Axle
Answer: c
Explanation: The central portion of the wheel is called ‘hub’.

13.  A _____ is a horizontal surface at the back of a car and serves as a lid to the trunk.
a) Trunktop
b) Deck
c) Hood
d) Backlight
Answer: b
Explanation: The component that serves as a lid on the trunk is called ‘Deck’.

14.  A ‘bucket seat’ can accomodate how many persons
a) One
b) Two
c) Four
d) None of the mentioned
Answer: a
Explanation: A bucket seat can accomodate only a single passenger.

15.  ‘Head restraints’ are an
a) Automotive style feature
b) Automotive safety feature
c) Automotive performance feature
d) None of the mentioned
Answer: b
Explanation: Head restraints are safety features that protect the vertibral column of the passengers during collisions.