Motor Vehicle Technology Quiz

What is the primary function of a manual transmission?

• To allow the driver to select gears manually

• To provide a direct drive

• To automatically shift gears

• To increase fuel efficiency

Which component is used in a manual transmission to prevent gear clash during shifting?

• Synchronizer

• Gear lever

• Clutch

• Torque converter

What does the gear ratio formula calculate?

• The efficiency of the transmission

• The relationship between the number of teeth on gears

• The torque applied to the wheels

• The speed of the vehicle

In an automatic transmission, what replaces the clutch system?

• Drive shaft

• Synchronizer

• Gear lever

• Torque converter

What is the purpose of a differential in a vehicle?

• To enhance braking performance

• To allow wheels to rotate at different speeds

• To increase engine power

• To reduce fuel consumption

Which type of joint allows for the transmission of power through a variable angle?

• Constant Velocity Joint (CV)

• Universal Joint (UJ)

• Propeller Shaft

• Drive Shaft

What is the typical gear ratio for first gear in a manual transmission?

• 1:1

• 4:1

• 2.4:1

• 0.8:1

What type of transmission uses a steel belt running in variable-width pulleys?

• Dual-clutch transmission

• Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

• Manual transmission

• Automatic transmission

What is the main advantage of a planetary gear set in an automatic transmission?

• It is easier to maintain

• It allows for multiple gear ratios in a compact design

• It reduces engine noise

• It provides a direct drive

Which component is responsible for lubricating gears and bearings in a transmission?

• Brake fluid

• Engine oil

• Transmission fluid

• Clutch fluid