Question 1

____________________ pliers have a mechanism which firmly locks the jaws closed on an object.

Accepted Answer

Locking

Question 2

Technician A says a standard screwdriver should not be used as a chisel. Technician B says a ball peen hammer and chisel are used to shear off rusted bolt heads. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct because using a screwdriver as a chisel can damage the tool and is unsafe. Technician B is correct because a ball peen hammer and chisel can indeed be used to remove rusted bolt heads, which is a common practice in metalworking and automotive repair.

Question 3

A ____________________ hammer should be used to drive a chisel.

Accepted Answer

Ball Peen

Question 4

Body files are used to remove creases in sheet metal.

Accepted Answer

Body files are used for shaping and smoothing metal surfaces, not specifically for removing creases in sheet metal.

Question 5

Technician A says the head of a flare nut wrench is missing 2 of the six sides and should be used to loosen fuel and brake lines. Technician B says a box-end wrench will provide the best grip for removing fuel and brake lines. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct because a flare nut wrench, with its design missing two sides, is specifically made to grip the softer metals of fuel and brake lines without stripping them, providing a better grip than standard wrenches for these applications. Technician B is incorrect because a box-end wrench, while offering a good grip, is not as suitable as a flare nut wrench for fuel and brake lines due to the potential for damage to the lines.

Question 6

A box-end wrench provides the best grip on a hex head fastener.

Accepted Answer

A box-end wrench has six sides that match the shape of the hex head fastener, providing maximum grip and minimizing the likelihood of rounding off the corners of the fastener.

Question 7

Technician A says a box-end wrench provides the best grip on a hex head fastener. Technician B says an open-end wrench provides the best grip on a square head fastener. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

A box-end wrench provides the best grip on a hex head fastener because it fits snugly around the fastener and applies force evenly. An open-end wrench provides the best grip on a square head fastener because it has two parallel jaws that fit around the fastener and apply force evenly.

Question 8

Technician A says a pozi drive screw driver is merely another name for a phillips screw driver. Technician B says a Pozidrive screwdriver should be used to remove a clutch head screw. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is incorrect because a Pozi Drive screwdriver is not merely another name for a Phillips screwdriver; they are designed differently, with the Pozi Drive having additional slots for more engagement. Technician B is incorrect because a Pozidrive screwdriver is not intended for removing clutch head screws; clutch head screws require a specific type of screwdriver or bit.

Question 9

Technician A says an open-ended wrench may slip if too much force is applied. Technician B says a locking plier will have more holding power than a box-end wrench when loosening an undamaged nut. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct in stating that an open-ended wrench may slip if too much force is applied. This is because it does not provide a complete grip on the nut, leaving the possibility for it to slip off.

On the other hand, Technician B is incorrect in stating that a locking plier will have more holding power than a box-end wrench when loosening an undamaged nut. A box-end wrench will have a more secure grip on the nut because it fully encloses it, whereas a locking plier may not have a strong enough grip if the nut is too small or if the pliers become misaligned.

Question 10

Technician A says a body file is used to remove a crease in sheet metal. Technician A says a ball peen hammer is an essential tool for forming the final contour on sheet metal. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Technician A says a body file is...

Question 11

A bumping hammer should be used to shape contours of damaged ____________________ panels.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A bumping hammer should be used to...

Question 12

A ____________________ is used to cut external threads.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A ____________________ is used to cut external...

Question 13

A spoon is designed to distribute the striking force over a wide area.

Accepted Answer

A spoon's flat shape is designed to distribute the striking force over a wider area, making it easier to scoop and distribute food.

Question 14

Technician A says adjustable pliers can be used to remove clips and wires. Technician B says a clutch screwdriver will have greater turning power and less slippage than a standard screwdriver. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Adjustable pliers are a versatile tool that can be used to remove various clips and wires. A clutch screwdriver has a feature that allows it to disengage from the screw head once a particular torque threshold is reached, which results in less slippage and greater turning power compared to a standard screwdriver. Therefore, both Technician A and Technician B are correct.

Question 15

A standard screwdriver can also be used as a chisel.

Accepted Answer

A screwdriver is not designed for chiseling and may break or cause damage if used in that way. It is important to use the proper tool for each job in order to ensure safety and efficiency.

Question 16

Which is the best hammer to use for initial straightening on dented panels?

Accepted Answer

Dinging hammers are specifically designed for initial straightening on dented panels due to their shape and weight, which allow for effective manipulation of the metal without causing additional damage.

Question 17

When using a ball peen hammer and chisel, ____________________ glasses must be worn.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When using a ball peen hammer and...

Question 18

Locking pliers will have more holding power than a box-end wrench when used for loosening an undamaged nut.

Accepted Answer

Locking pliers can damage the corners of a nut due to their design, whereas a box-end wrench fits snugly around the nut, providing a more secure grip without slipping or damaging the nut, thus ensuring better torque application for loosening.

Question 19

Technician A says holes should not be drilled to provide access to the damage when using a pry bar. Technician B says a spoon is designed to distribute the striking force over a wide area. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct because drilling holes to access damage can compromise the structural integrity of the vehicle. Technician B is correct because a spoon is indeed designed to distribute force over a wider area, making it less likely to damage the material being worked on.

Question 20

Which one of the following should be used to cut internal threads?

Accepted Answer

A tap is used to cut internal threads, while a die is used to cut external threads. Allen wrench and Torx driver are both used for tightening or loosening screws with specific head shapes, but they are not meant for cutting threads.

Quiz 3: Hand Tools