What motivated Maurice Gatsonis to experiment with alternative fuels during World War II?

Gatsonis's Innovations in Racing Safety

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The abundance of gasoline
The destruction of cities
The scarcity of gasoline
The availability of new technology
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary purpose of Gatsonis's initial timing device?
To calculate the car's top speed
To find the quickest path through a corner
To measure fuel efficiency
To improve the car's aerodynamics
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which famous race did Gatsonis win using his timing device?
Le Mans
Daytona 500
Monte Carlo rally
Indianapolis 500
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What financial challenge did Gatsonis face after his racing success?
High production costs
Unsuccessful self-designed cars
Lack of sponsorship
Rising fuel prices
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What societal issue inspired Gatsonis to adapt his timing device for road safety?
Government regulations
Public demand for safer vehicles
Demand for faster cars
Increasing road traffic and accidents
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Gatsonis's friends initially react to his speed camera invention?
They were indifferent
They were supportive
They were enthusiastic
They were skeptical
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main advantage of Gatsonis's speed camera over traditional methods?
It was easier to install
It eliminated human error
It was more accurate in measuring fuel consumption
It was cheaper to produce
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