Practice high-yield Automobile Engineering MCQs on Ignition System — Part 1 with worked academic solutions for PPSC, FPSC, Transport Dept.
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PPSC, FPSC, Transport Dept
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Question 1 of 40
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Spark plug gaps are required in the range of
Correct Answer: Option B — 0.45 to 1.00 mm
Detailed Academic Explanation:
0.45 to 1.00 mm is the correct answer to “Spark plug gaps are required in the range of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 2 of 40
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What is the dwell time?
Correct Answer: Option A — It is the time for which the contact breaker points remain closed
Detailed Academic Explanation:
It is the time for which the contact breaker points remain closed is the correct answer to “What is the dwell time”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 3 of 40
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Preignition can be caused due to presence of . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option C — Over-heated spark plug
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Over-heated spark plug is the correct answer to “Preignition can be caused due to presence of . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 4 of 40
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A signal generator in transistorized ignition system consist of
Correct Answer: Option D — A signal rotor, a pick up coil and a permanent magnet
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A signal rotor, a pick up coil and a permanent magnet is the correct answer to “A signal generator in transistorized ignition system consist of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 5 of 40
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The voltage required to produce a spark between the spark points in spark plug is in the range
Correct Answer: Option D — 12 to 15 kV
Detailed Academic Explanation:
12 to 15 kV is the correct answer to “The voltage required to produce a spark between the spark points in spark plug is in the range”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 6 of 40
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The contact breaker points are generally made of
Correct Answer: Option D — Tungsten
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Tungsten is the correct answer to “The contact breaker points are generally made of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 7 of 40
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How is the frequency of firing in a two-stroke concerning the value of four-stroke engines?
Correct Answer: Option B — Twice the value of four-stroke
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Twice the value of four-stroke is the correct answer to “How is the frequency of firing in a two-stroke concerning the value of four-stroke engines”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 8 of 40
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Part load operation of a spark ignition engine is not affected by throttling the incoming charge.
Correct Answer: Option B — False
Detailed Academic Explanation:
False is the correct answer to “Part load operation of a spark ignition engine is not affected by throttling the incoming charge.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 9 of 40
★ PPSC
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Which instrument is used for adjusting the ignition timing?
Correct Answer: Option D — Stroboscopic light
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Stroboscopic light is the correct answer to “Which instrument is used for adjusting the ignition timing”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 10 of 40
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The function of the distributor is to distribute the ignition surges to the individual spark plug in the correct sequence and at the correct instants in time.
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “The function of the distributor is to distribute the ignition surges to the individual spark plug in the correct sequence and at the correct instants in time.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 11 of 40
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Which of the following is the hottest part of the spark plug?
Correct Answer: Option B — Insulator tip
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Insulator tip is the correct answer to “Which of the following is the hottest part of the spark plug”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 12 of 40
★ PPSC
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Due to throttling a smaller amount of charge enters the cylinder and the dilution due to residual gases is also greater.
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “Due to throttling a smaller amount of charge enters the cylinder and the dilution due to residual gases is also greater.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 13 of 40
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Which of the following condition is taken care of by the centrifugal advance mechanism?
Correct Answer: Option A — Speed
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Speed is the correct answer to “Which of the following condition is taken care of by the centrifugal advance mechanism”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 14 of 40
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Which device is used to control the quantity of oil circulation and to maintain correct pressure in the lubricating system?
Correct Answer: Option A — Relief valve
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Relief valve is the correct answer to “Which device is used to control the quantity of oil circulation and to maintain correct pressure in the lubricating system”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 15 of 40
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An ignition system should be compact and easy to maintain.
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “An ignition system should be compact and easy to maintain.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 16 of 40
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The firing order of an I. C. engine depends upon
Correct Answer: Option D — All of the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of the above is the correct answer to “The firing order of an I. C. engine depends upon”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 17 of 40
★ PPSC
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Battery is connected to the primary winding of the ignition coil through an ignition switch and blast resistor.
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “Battery is connected to the primary winding of the ignition coil through an ignition switch and blast resistor.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 18 of 40
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The three basic components of primary ignition circuit are
Correct Answer: Option C — The contact breaker, ignition switch and condenser
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The contact breaker, ignition switch and condenser is the correct answer to “The three basic components of primary ignition circuit are”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 19 of 40
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Which of the following statements is correct with regard to the heat range of spark plugs?
Correct Answer: Option A — Spark plugs which have high heat dispersion performance are known as cold type spark plugs and those with low performance as hot type spark plugs
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Spark plugs which have high heat dispersion performance are known as cold type spark plugs and those with low performance as hot type spark plugs is the correct answer to “Which of the following statements is correct with regard to the heat range of spark plugs”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 20 of 40
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The induction coil steps up low voltage current of 6 or 12 volts to high voltage current upto about
Correct Answer: Option C — 25,000 volts
Detailed Academic Explanation:
25,000 volts is the correct answer to “The induction coil steps up low voltage current of 6 or 12 volts to high voltage current upto about”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 21 of 40
★ PPSC
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An ignition system should function efficiently over the entire range of engine speed.
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “An ignition system should function efficiently over the entire range of engine speed.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 22 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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The distributor serves the following purposes in the ignition system
Correct Answer: Option C — Both A and B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both A and B is the correct answer to “The distributor serves the following purposes in the ignition system”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 23 of 40
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The following affect the voltage required to jump over the gap of spark plug
Correct Answer: Option D — All of the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of the above is the correct answer to “The following affect the voltage required to jump over the gap of spark plug”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 24 of 40
★ PPSC
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The alkaline battery is used in . . . . . . . . duty commercial vehicles.
Correct Answer: Option A — Heavy
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Heavy is the correct answer to “The alkaline battery is used in . . . . . . . . duty commercial vehicles.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 25 of 40
★ PPSC
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The ratio of the distributor shaft and the crankshaft speed is
Correct Answer: Option B — One-half
Detailed Academic Explanation:
One-half is the correct answer to “The ratio of the distributor shaft and the crankshaft speed is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 26 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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The contact breaker points gap can be adjusted by
Correct Answer: Option D — Feeler gauge
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Feeler gauge is the correct answer to “The contact breaker points gap can be adjusted by”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 27 of 40
★ PPSC
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In battery ignition system, the energy required for producing spark is obtained from a . . . . . . . . battery.
Correct Answer: Option A — 6 V to 12 V
Detailed Academic Explanation:
6 V to 12 V is the correct answer to “In battery ignition system, the energy required for producing spark is obtained from a . . . . . . . . battery.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 28 of 40
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The main function of the condenser in an ignition system is
Correct Answer: Option A — Minimizing pitting of the contact breaker points
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Minimizing pitting of the contact breaker points is the correct answer to “The main function of the condenser in an ignition system is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 29 of 40
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Which of the following type of advancement uses the ECU?
Correct Answer: Option D — Computerized advance control
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Computerized advance control is the correct answer to “Which of the following type of advancement uses the ECU”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 30 of 40
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The excessive contact breaker point gap causes
Correct Answer: Option A — Ignition failure at high speeds
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Ignition failure at high speeds is the correct answer to “The excessive contact breaker point gap causes”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 31 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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A solid state switch, known as Thyristor is employed in
Correct Answer: Option D — Capacitive discharge Ignition system
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Capacitive discharge Ignition system is the correct answer to “A solid state switch, known as Thyristor is employed in”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 32 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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The ignition timing is fixed to obtain minimum power from the engine.
Correct Answer: Option B — False
Detailed Academic Explanation:
False is the correct answer to “The ignition timing is fixed to obtain minimum power from the engine.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 33 of 40
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In four cylinder in. line engine, the probable firing order is
Correct Answer: Option A — 1. 3. 4. 2
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1. 3. 4. 2 is the correct answer to “In four cylinder in. line engine, the probable firing order is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 34 of 40
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How is the voltage of the used spark plug to fire when compared to a new spark plug?
Correct Answer: Option A — High voltage
Detailed Academic Explanation:
High voltage is the correct answer to “How is the voltage of the used spark plug to fire when compared to a new spark plug”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 35 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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A spark can be caused by applying a sufficiently low voltage between two electrodes separated by a gap.
Correct Answer: Option B — False
Detailed Academic Explanation:
False is the correct answer to “A spark can be caused by applying a sufficiently low voltage between two electrodes separated by a gap.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 36 of 40
★ PPSC
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Which of the following spark plug increases the resistance to increase the voltage required to jump across the spark plug gap?
Correct Answer: Option D — Resistor spark plug
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Resistor spark plug is the correct answer to “Which of the following spark plug increases the resistance to increase the voltage required to jump across the spark plug gap”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 37 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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Which of the following is used to store the inertia of the current flowing during the contact period?
Correct Answer: Option B — Condenser
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Condenser is the correct answer to “Which of the following is used to store the inertia of the current flowing during the contact period”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 38 of 40
★ PPSC
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If the length of the spark plug threaded section is less, then it is called as
Correct Answer: Option A — Short reach spark plug
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Short reach spark plug is the correct answer to “If the length of the spark plug threaded section is less, then it is called as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 39 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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Which of the following is used as a material for the body shell of the spark plug?
Correct Answer: Option A — Low carbon steel
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Low carbon steel is the correct answer to “Which of the following is used as a material for the body shell of the spark plug”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
Question 40 of 40
★ PPSC
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If the resistance of the deposits on the spark plug electrodes is sufficiently high, the loss of electrical energy through these deposits may prevent the spark discharge.
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “If the resistance of the deposits on the spark plug electrodes is sufficiently high, the loss of electrical energy through these deposits may prevent the spark discharge.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Ignition System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Ignition System
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