Question 1

Right-to-Know training is being discussed. Technician A says the location of the MSDS should be covered during training. Technician B says the employer must keep records of all training sessions. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Both Technician A and Technician B are correct. The location of the MSDS should be covered during Right-to-Know training to ensure that employees know where to access hazardous chemical information, and the employer is required to keep records of all training sessions to demonstrate compliance with OSHA regulations.

Question 2

The hydraulic pressure needed to operate the braking system is generated by pistons located within the ____________________.

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Question 3

Safety precautions when working on a running engine are being discussed. Technician A says to use wheel blocks to block the front and back of one of the wheels. Technician B says never to get under a car when someone else is working on it or when the engine is running

Accepted Answer

Using wheel blocks to block the front and back of one of the wheels can prevent the vehicle from moving while someone is working on it. It is also important never to get under a car when someone else is working on it or when the engine is running as it can be extremely dangerous. Therefore, both Technician A and B provide important safety precautions to follow when working on a running engine.

Question 4

Brake cleaning is being discussed. Technician A says the fumes from aerosol cleaners and open part washers are heavier than air and will settle to the lower part of the work area.   Technician B says solvent vapors are not harmful. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct. The fumes from aerosol cleaners and open part washers are heavier than air and will settle to the lower part of the work area. This can be harmful if proper ventilation is not provided. Technician B is incorrect. Solvent vapors can be harmful and should be handled with caution.

Question 5

A(n)__________ determines the direction and speed at which the vehicle is skidding.

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Question 6

Technician A says the shop foreman is responsible for physically cleaning the technicians' work areas. Technician B says employees are responsible for maintaining their work areas and practicing safe work habits. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician B is correct. It is the responsibility of each employee to maintain their own work area and follow safe work practices. The shop foreman may assign tasks or provide guidelines for cleaning, but ultimately it is up to the individual technician to keep their work area organized and clean.

Question 7

Technician A says to use safety stands even if a short under-vehicle inspection is the only thing being performed. Technician B says a lift should be used if the jack does not raise the vehicle enough to place the safety stands. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Both technicians are correct. Safety stands should always be used when working under a vehicle, regardless of the length of time spent there. If the jack does not raise the vehicle high enough to place the safety stands, a lift should be used. Never rely solely on a jack to support a vehicle while working underneath it.

Question 8

A(n)___________ is the hydraulic cylinder mounted on the backing plate of a drum brake assembly.

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

The ____________ provides brake pedal feedback to the driver.

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Question 10

Spray brake cleaners are being discussed. Technician A says use the container label to determine if the cleaner is hazardous. Technician B says the MSDS should be readily available if the cleaner is in fact considered hazardous. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Both technicians are correct. The container label can identify if the brake cleaner is hazardous or not, and the MSDS should be readily available if it is considered hazardous. It is important for technicians to be aware of the hazards associated with brake cleaners and to take proper safety precautions when using them.

Question 11

___________ and electronic brake distribution are names for the electronic function of the proportioning valve by the ABS braking system.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

An ____________________ is a service brake system that modulates hydraulic pressure to one or more wheels as needed to keep those wheels from locking during braking.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Technician A says oily rags must be stored in a labeled and sealed metal container. Technician B says water on the shop floor could present an electric shock hazard. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Both technicians are correct. Oily rags must be stored in a labeled and sealed metal container to prevent fire hazard. Water on the shop floor could present an electric shock hazard, especially in a workshop or garage where electricity is used extensively.

Question 14

Cleaning the shop's floor is being discussed. Technician A says to flush the waste and dust into a floor drain. Technician B says a wet/dry vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter is the preferred method. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is not recommended to flush waste and dust into floor drains as it can cause blockages and other issues in the plumbing system. Using a wet/dry vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter is a more effective and environmentally friendly method of cleaning the shop's floor. The HEPA filter helps to capture small particles and prevent them from being released into the air, improving air quality in the shop.

Question 15

Disc brake pads are forced against the brake rotor by the ____________________ located in the caliper housing.

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

The ____________________ separates the engine compartment from the passenger compartment.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Technician A says the finish on a vehicle could be damaged by brake fluid. Technician B says brake fluid irritates the skin in most instances of direct exposure. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct that brake fluid can damage the finish on a vehicle. Brake fluid can strip away paint and cause discoloration. 
Technician B is also correct that brake fluid can irritate the skin upon direct exposure. Brake fluid can cause dryness, redness, and even blistering.

Question 18

____________________ is the force that resists motion between the surfaces of two objects or forms of matter.

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Question 19

________ brakes are only used on heavy-duty trucks.

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Question 20

A ____________________ split system allows the operation of either the LF/RR or RF/LR brakes in the event of a fluid leak in the system.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A ____________________ split system allows the operation...

Quiz 1: Brake System Fundamentals