2 - Batteries

Batteries convert _________ energy into electrical energy

• Kinetic

• Potential

• Chemical

• Heat

What is the name of the solution that reacts with the metal plates within the battery?

• Water

• Lead

• Electrolyte

• Coolant

During the chemical reaction within a lead acid battery, the electrolyte is converted to ________________

• Water

• Hydrochloric acid

• Sulfuric acid

• Electricity

Which component is responsible for recharging the battery?

• Ignition coil

• Alternator

• Crankshaft

• Starter

What does AGM stand for?

• Added Gas Multi

• Aqua Gel Material

• Aero Gentry Muskoka

• Absorbed Glass Mat

_______________ can be mixed with water to create a paste which can be used neutralize and clean battery acid

• Baking Soda

• Salt

• Sulfuric Acid

• Vinegar

State of charge can be tested on the 12-volt battery using a voltmeter. What voltage would you expect to read on a fully-charged battery?

• 12.0 V

• 12.6 V

• 14.3 V

• 6.0 V

During a battery load test, apply the load for __ seconds

• 3

• 15

• 30

• 60

When boosting a dead battery, which connection should be made first?

• Dead car positive terminal

• Dead car negative terminal

• Live car positive terminal

• Live car negative terminal

• Dead car good engine ground

When boosting a dead battery, which connection should be made second?

1. Dead car, positive terminal

2. 2.

3. 3.

4. 4.

• Dead car positive terminal

• Dead car negative terminal

• Live car positive terminal

• Live car negative terminal

• Dead car good engine ground