Explore topic-wise MCQs in Automobile Engineering.

This section includes 10 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Automobile Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

A two-piece propeller shaft requires one universal joint.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
2.

The axes of the two shafts are intersecting and are at 35 to each other. These two shafts are connected by Hook s joint. At which position of the drives shaft acceleration will be maximum?

A. 68.4
B. 96.1
C. 225.5
D. 330.7
Answer» D. 330.7
3.

What is the need of the universal joint?

A. To change inclination
B. To bend sideways
C. To transfer torque at an angle
D. To change length
Answer» D. To change length
4.

The axes of the two shafts are intersecting and are at 35 to each other. These two shafts are connected by Hook s joint. At which position of the drives shaft velocity ratio will not be unity?

A. 42.145
B. 222.145
C. 317.85
D. 141.52
Answer» E.
5.

Where is the differential located?

A. Between transmission and rear axle
B. Between engine and transmission
C. Between two propeller shaft
D. Between steering wheel and steering column
Answer» B. Between engine and transmission
6.

The axes of the two shafts are intersecting and are at 30 to each other. These two shafts are connected by Hook s joint. At which position of the drives shaft velocity ratio will be minimum?

A. 90 , 270
B. 0 , 180
C. 180 , 270
D. 90 , 180
Answer» B. 0 , 180
7.

Why do the hypoid gears require special lubricant?

A. Teeth are soft
B. Teeth are hard
C. Gears run faster
D. There is relative motion between teeth
Answer» E.
8.

Which of the following is the disadvantage of the open differential?

A. High in cost
B. Not reliable
C. Complex design
D. Sends most of the power to the wheel having less traction
Answer» E.
9.

The axes of the two shafts are intersecting and are at 25 to each other. These two shafts are connected by Hook s joint. At which position of the drives shaft velocity ratio will be maximum?

A. 90 , 270
B. 0 , 180
C. 180 , 270
D. 90 , 180
Answer» C. 180 , 270
10.

Which types of joints are used when the shafts are inclined?

A. Universal joint
B. Hinge joint
C. Ball and socket joint
D. Pivot joint
Answer» B. Hinge joint