MDE 18 End of Unit Quiz

MDE 18 End Of Unit Quiz

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Question 2:
What is one of the primary functions of a friction clutch in dampening engine vibration?

A) To increase engine speed

C) To filter contaminants from the engine oil

D) To regulate the engine’s exhaust emissions

B) To provide a smooth engagement and disengagement of the engine and gearbox

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Question 3:
What potential issue can arise if engine vibration is not adequately damped in a system with a friction clutch?

C) Increased risk of mechanical damage to the gearbox and clutch

D) Enhanced engine performance

B) Decreased engine power

A) Improved fuel economy

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Question 6:
Which component in a hydraulically operated, multi-plate friction clutch provides the necessary hydraulic pressure for clutch operation?

C) Hydraulic master cylinder

A) Clutch pedal

D) Release bearing

B) Clutch disc

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Question 4:
How does vibration damping in a friction clutch system contribute to driver comfort?

C) By increasing the engine’s acceleration

A) By reducing engine noise

D) By improving fuel injection precision

B) By providing smoother gear shifts and reducing engine shudder

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Question 4:
How does the design of a friction clutch contribute to vibration damping?

C) By utilizing a combination of friction and damping mechanisms in the clutch assembly

D) By increasing the number of clutch plates

B) By incorporating a friction material with high thermal conductivity

A) By using a lightweight clutch plate

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Question 3:
Which component in a friction clutch system helps to minimize torsional vibrations from the engine?

A) Clutch plate

B) Clutch release bearing

C) Clutch damper springs

D) Clutch pedal

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Question 2:
What is the primary function of the hydraulic actuator in a hydraulically operated, multi-plate friction clutch?

A) To cool the clutch plates

C) To apply hydraulic pressure to the release bearing

B) To press the clutch plates together

D) To increase engine RPM

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Question 1:
Why is it important to damp vibration from an engine connected to a gearbox via a friction clutch?

A) To enhance fuel efficiency

C) To increase the engine’s power output

B) To reduce wear and tear on engine and gearbox components

D) To improve the aesthetic appearance of the engine bay

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Question 3:
In a multi-plate friction clutch system, which component transmits the engine torque to the clutch plates?

C) Pressure plate

D) Clutch disc

A) Clutch plate

B) Flywheel

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Question 5:
What is a common feature of a dual-mass flywheel that aids in vibration damping?

D) An additional gearbox housing

C) A hydraulic fluid chamber

B) A spring-loaded mechanism between the two masses

A) A rigid connection between the two masses

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Question 1:
Which component in a hydraulically operated, multi-plate friction clutch is responsible for engaging and disengaging the clutch plates?

D) Clutch pedal

A) Clutch cover

B) Pressure plate

C) Release bearing

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Question 1:
How is vibration damping typically achieved in an engine connected to a gearbox via a friction clutch?

C) By installing an external vibration absorber on the engine

D) By using a higher engine RPM

A) By using a fixed flywheel with no dampening features

B) By incorporating a dual-mass flywheel in the clutch assembly

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