Question

ase - type questions

1. a bolt head is badly rusted and is difficult to loosen. technician a says to use a pair of pliers to loosen the rusted bolt. technician b recommends a six - point wrench or socket. who is right?

(a) a only
(b) b only
(c) both a and b
(d) neither a nor b

1. which of the following is not a common socket drive size?

(a) 1/4\
(b) 3/8\
(c) 5/8\
(d) 1/2\

1. the socket handle that has a gear and lever mechanism that allows it to be moved back and forth for rapid fastener removal or installation is the

(a) ratchet handle.
(b) flex bar.
(c) breaker bar.
(d) speed handle.

1. which of the following is a swivel that lets the socket wrench reach around obstructions?

(a) extension
(b) hand spinner
(c) flexible driver
(d) universal joint

1. which type of screwdriver is especially good to use in tight spaces?

(a) torx
(b) stubby
(c) phillips
(d) clutch head

1. pliers are used on various parts to do each of the except:

(a) cut.
(b) grip.
(c) bend.
(d) screw.

1. which type of pliers open extra wide to hold very large objects?

(a) rib joint
(b) locking
(c) slip joint
(d) all of the above.

1. the heaviest kind of hammer is a.

(a) lead.
(b) brass.
(c) sledge.
(d) dead blow.

1. which punch configuration is used to mark parts for reassembly or to start a drilled hole?

(a) center
(b) aligning
(c) tapered
(d) diamond

1. technician a says that it is not safe to use conventional tools when working on high - voltage systems. technician b says that high - voltage pliers have insulation to prevent electric shock from spark plug wires. who is right?

(a) a only
(b) b only
(c) both a and b
(d) neither a nor b

Explanation:

1. For a rusted bolt, a six - point wrench or socket is better than pliers as pliers may damage the bolt head. So Technician B is right.
2. Common socket drive sizes include 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", while 5/8" is not as common.
3. A ratchet handle has a gear and lever mechanism for rapid fastener work.
4. A universal joint is a swivel that helps the socket wrench reach around obstacles.
5. Stubby screwdrivers are good for tight spaces.
6. Pliers are used to cut, grip, and bend, not to screw.
7. Slip - joint pliers can open extra wide to hold large objects.
8. A sledge hammer is the heaviest type among the options.
9. A center punch is used to mark parts for reassembly or start a drilled hole.
10. It is not safe to use conventional tools on high - voltage systems, and high - voltage pliers have insulation. So Technician A is right.

Answer:

1. B. B only
2. C. 5/8"
3. A. ratchet handle
4. D. Universal joint
5. B. Stubby
6. D. screw
7. C. Slip joint
8. C. sledge
9. A. Center
10. A. A only