Question 1

What is the shape of the end of a torx-type screwdriver?

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Question 2

List the uses for a file.

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Question 3

Describe the difference between a starter punch and a pin punch.

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Question 4

Describe taps and dies.

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Question 5

Two technicians are discussing offset screwdrivers. Technician A says that offset screwdrivers are for working in tight spaces. Technician B says that offset screwdrivers come in a variety of sizes. Who is correct?

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Both technicians are correct. Offset screwdrivers are indeed designed to access tight spaces and also come in a variety of sizes to accommodate different types of screws and nuts.

Question 6

Describe the operation of an impact wrench.

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Question 7

Two technicians are discussing screwdrivers. Technician A says that the standard screwdriver is the most common screwdriver used. Technician B says that Phillips screwdrivers have a recessed-type head. Who is correct?

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Technician A is correct in stating that the standard screwdriver is the most common screwdriver used. Technician B is also correct in stating that Phillips screwdrivers have a recessed-type head. Therefore, both technicians are correct.

Question 8

What type of hammer should be used to drive pilot pins?

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Question 9

What is a combination wrench?

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Question 10

Two technicians are discussing pliers. Technician A says that pliers are typically used to loosen nuts and bolts. Technician B says that pliers act as an extension of a technician's fingers. Who is correct?

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Pliers are primarily used for gripping and bending, not for loosening nuts and bolts. Technician B is correct in saying that pliers act as an extension of a technician's fingers, as they allow for a stronger and more precise grip on small objects.

Question 11

How many points can a box-end wrench head have?

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Question 12

What is the most common recessed-head screwdriver?

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Question 13

What type of screwdriver is used when the screw head has one slot?

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Question 14

What type of pliers should be used to cut wire?

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Question 15

What is true of torque wrenches?

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Torque wrenches are primarily used to accurately tighten bolts and nuts to a specific torque setting. They are not designed for loosening and should not be used for this purpose. Additionally, torque wrenches should be calibrated and adjusted periodically to ensure their accuracy. The user must also ensure they are properly set to the correct torque value and that the wrench is not used beyond its capacity, as they do not automatically stop when the set torque is reached.

Question 16

Which type of pliers is useful for locking onto an object?

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Vise grip pliers are specifically designed with locking mechanisms that can securely grip onto various objects, making them the best choice for locking onto an object.

Question 17

What is one of the most common hammers used in an automotive shop?

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Question 18

What type of pliers can be locked onto an item?

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Question 19

Describe when a reamer should be used on a hole.

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Question 20

How many sides does an Allen wrench have?

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