Explore topic-wise MCQs in Automobile Engineering.

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1.

The main merit of a multi-cylinder type cylinder sleeve is

A. smaller engine dimensions
B. better cooling efficiency
C. high rigidity
D. none of these
Answer» B. better cooling efficiency
2.

The anti-knock property of compression ignition engine fuel can be improved by adding

A. tetraethyl lead
B. trimethyl pentane
C. amyl nitrate
D. hexadecane
Answer» D. hexadecane
3.

When the engine speed increases, the ignition timing must be advanced.

A. Yes
B. No
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. No
4.

When the piston is at T.D.C, the volume above the piston in the combustion chamber is the

A. clearance volume
B. cylinder volume
C. exhaust volume
D. none of these
Answer» B. cylinder volume
5.

The reconditioning process used to give cylinder bore surfaces a cross-hatch pattern, is known as

A. honing
B. porous plating
C. boring
D. shot peening
Answer» B. porous plating
6.

The function of a carburettor is to control the amount and ratio of air-fuel mixture.

A. True
B. False
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. False
7.

When turning a corner,

A. the front wheels are toeing out
B. the front wheels are turning on different angles
C. the inside front wheels has a greater angle than the outside wheel
D. all of the above
Answer» E.
8.

The process of removing the burnt gases from the engine cylinder by the fresh charge coming into the engine cylinder from the crank-case, is known as

A. cleaning
B. priming
C. scavenging
D. detonation
Answer» D. detonation
9.

The camshaft is driven by the crankshaft via the timing belt.

A. Correct
B. Incorrect
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. Incorrect
10.

The engine's idling speed will increase by a slight degree immediately after a cold engine has been started. It will drop as the engine warms up. and it will eventually reach the standard level.

A. True
B. False
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. False
11.

Which of the following parameter can be adjusted by modifying the tie-rod attachment length ?

A. Camber
B. Caster
C. Toe
D. Steering gear ratio
Answer» D. Steering gear ratio
12.

When cornering, the differential generates a difference in the speed of the left and right wheels.

A. True
B. False
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. False
13.

The major purpose of an electronically-controlled automatic transmission is that this type of transmission

A. eliminates gear clutches
B. eliminates the gear shift lever
C. reduces the number of automatic-transmission components
D. reduces shift shock and achieves more efficient transmission of engine torque
Answer» E.
14.

The function of oil-control rings is that it

A. lubricates the cylinder wall by releasing oil from its hole
B. keeps the cylinder wall lubricated by holding oil in its channel
C. prevents engine oil from going into the combustion chamber and returns excess lubricating oil off the cylinder wall through the return holes in the piston to the oil pan
D. maintains a seal and prevents escape of burned gases and oil leakage
Answer» D. maintains a seal and prevents escape of burned gases and oil leakage
15.

Which part of the automobile tyre is subjected to greatest flexing action ?

A. Bead
B. Side wall
C. Shoulder
D. Tread
Answer» C. Shoulder
16.

The function of antilock brake system (ABS) is that is

A. reduces the stopping distance
B. minimises the brake fade
C. maintains directional control during braking by preventing the wheels from locking
D. prevents nose dives during braking and thereby postpones locking of the wheels
Answer» D. prevents nose dives during braking and thereby postpones locking of the wheels
17.

A heat treated glass generally used in automobiles bursts into __________ upon cracking,

A. sharp edged fragments
B. small particles
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» C. Can't say
18.

In comparison to frame type construction, the frameless structure construction of automobiles is economical when produced in __________ numbers.

A. small
B. large
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» C. Can't say
19.

The discharged lead-acid battery has on its plates

A. lead peroxide (PbO2)
B. spongy lead (Pb)
C. lead sulphate (PbSO₄)
D. sulphuric acid (H2SO4)
Answer» D. sulphuric acid (H2SO4)
20.

In a four cylinder in-line engine, the number of firing strokes in one revolution of the crank is

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Answer» C. 3
21.

In Diesel engines, during suction stroke, __________ is drawn in the cylinder.

A. air and fuel
B. only fuel
C. only air
D. none of these
Answer» D. none of these
22.

The PCV valve incorporates a spring loaded plunger and opens in proportion to the level of vacuum pressure in the intake manifold.

A. Agree
B. Disagree
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. Disagree
23.

Which one of the following statement correctly describe the construction of a bevel-gear type differential?

A. The drive shafts are splined to the differential carrier.
B. The left side gear and the differential carrier rotate in constant unison.
C. The differential carrier houses differential pinion gears and side gears, each pinion gear meshes with a different side gear.
D. The differential carrier houses differential pinion gears and side gears
Answer» E.
24.

The motion of the cam is transferred to the rocker arm, moving it upwards and downwards. This rocker-arm motion then forces the valve downwards against the force in the valve spring so that the valve can open.

A. True
B. False
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. False
25.

The ease with which petrol vapourizes is called its

A. oxidation
B. octane number
C. volatility
D. cetane number
Answer» D. cetane number
26.

In which of the following conditions, the idle CO percentage should be measured with the vehicle ?

A. Headlights and other electrical devices are switched off.
B. Headlights and other electrical devices are switched on.
C. Headlights and other lights are switched off.
D. Headlights are switched on.
Answer» B. Headlights and other electrical devices are switched on.
27.

The number of exhaust manifolds in a V-6 engine are

A. one
B. two
C. four
D. eight
Answer» C. four
28.

The forced-fed lubrication system means that the oil is delivered to the engine by

A. gravity
B. the pressure created by the oil pump
C. splashing action of the crankshaft
D. none of these
Answer» C. splashing action of the crankshaft
29.

The engine oil viscosity is defined by __________ ratings.

A. automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
B. society of automotive engineers (SAE)
C. gross vehicle weight (GVW)
D. American petroleum institute (API)
Answer» C. gross vehicle weight (GVW)
30.

If a tyre is designated as 175/65 R14 82 S, then the aspect ratio for the tyre is

A. 175
B. 65
C. 14
D. 82
Answer» C. 14
31.

Toe-in ensures parallel rolling of the wheel thus stabilizing steering in addition to preventing both sides slipping and excessive tyre wear.

A. Correct
B. Incorrect
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. Incorrect
32.

The smooth shift mechanism of an automatic transmission reduces the degree of shock at shifting of gears.

A. Yes
B. No
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. No
33.

The minimum parking brake force is generally __________ of gross vehicle mass (GVM).

A. 5%
B. 10%
C. 15%
D. 20%
Answer» E.
34.

The differential ensures that each wheel is driven at a speed which corresponds to the distance it must travel around a corner, and it consequently prevents against excessive tyre wear.

A. Agree
B. Disagree
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. Disagree
35.

The compression ratio in Diesel engines is less than the petrol engine.

A. Agree
B. Disagree
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» C. Can't say
36.

In a four speed four-stroke Diesel engine, the intake valve

A. opens at T.D.C. and closes at B.D.C.
B. opens at 20° before T.D.C. and closes at 35° after B.D.C.
C. opens at 10° after T.D.C. and closes at 20° before B.D.C.
D. none of the above
Answer» C. opens at 10° after T.D.C. and closes at 20° before B.D.C.
37.

The crescent-shaped cavity on the piston head top surface is called as

A. piston oil hole
B. snap ring
C. valve recess
D. valve clearance
Answer» D. valve clearance
38.

The torque converter uses __________ to transfer torque.

A. air
B. automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
C. gears
D. steel belt
Answer» C. gears
39.

In comparison with a radial tyre, one advantage of a bias-ply tyre is

A. longer life
B. lower rolling resistance
C. smoother ride at low speeds
D. none of these
Answer» D. none of these
40.

When the vehicle is at rest, the clutch is in engaged position.

A. Correct
B. Incorrect
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. Incorrect
41.

The ball joints are used on the tie-rod ends, because they

A. reduce the amount of noise generated
B. reduce the amount of sliding resistance
C. can deal with movement of the suspension both vertically and in other directions
D. improve the force transmission speed
Answer» D. improve the force transmission speed
42.

Which of the following bulb in a car will have the least wattage ?

A. Head light bulb
B. Stop light bulb
C. Parking light bulb
D. Ignition warning bulb
Answer» E.
43.

In order to implement gear changes in the gear unit of an automatic transmission, a __________ is used.

A. synchronizer
B. planetary gear
C. magnetic clutch
D. hydraulic multi plate clutch
Answer» E.
44.

The indicated power of a four-stroke engine (in watts) is equal to (where P = Mean effective pressure in N/m², L = Length of stroke in metres, A = Cross-sectional area of the piston in m², and N = Speed of the engine in revolutions per second (r.p.s))

A. P.L.A.N/2
B. P.L.A.N
C. 2 x P.L.A.N
D. P.L.A.N/4
Answer» B. P.L.A.N
45.

In petrol engines, during suction stroke, __________ is drawn in the cylinder

A. air and fuel
B. only fuel
C. only air
D. none of these
Answer» B. only fuel
46.

The sequence order of events in a four-stroke engine is

A. suction - exhaust - power - compression
B. suction - power - compression - exhaust
C. suction - compression - power - exhaust
D. exhaust - compression - power - suction
Answer» D. exhaust - compression - power - suction
47.

The seat belt will move out smoothly when pulled out slowly, but it will lock when pulled quickly.

A. Agree
B. Disagree
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. Disagree
48.

A petrol engine of a car develops 125 N-m torque at 2700 r.p.m. The car is driven in second gear having gear ratio of 1.75. The final drive ratio is 4.11. If the overall transmission efficiency is 90%, then the torque available at the driving wheels is

A. 8.091 N-m
B. 80.91 N-m
C. 809.1 N-m
D. 8091 N-m
Answer» D. 8091 N-m
49.

The advantage of the fuel injection system over the carburetor system is

A. improved fuel efficiency
B. improved emission
C. improved power output
D. all of these
Answer» E.
50.

The engine torque increases with the increase in engine speed up to a certain point after which it starts to fall down.

A. Correct
B. Incorrect
C. Can't say
D. None of these
Answer» B. Incorrect