Steering And Suspension System — Part 2 MCQs with Explanations
Practice high-yield Automobile Engineering MCQs on Steering And Suspension System — Part 2 with worked academic solutions for PPSC, FPSC, Transport Dept.
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Question 1 of 40
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The function of the steering system is to convert-
Correct Answer: Option A — The rotary movement of the steering wheel into angular turn of the front wheels
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The rotary movement of the steering wheel into angular turn of the front wheels is the correct answer to “The function of the steering system is to convert-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 2 of 40
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Which of the following statement is correct with regard to the effect of having uneven toein?
Correct Answer: Option D — The vehicle may tend to pull to either side due to the steering wheel being off-center
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The vehicle may tend to pull to either side due to the steering wheel being off-center is the correct answer to “Which of the following statement is correct with regard to the effect of having uneven toein”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 3 of 40
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The type of steering for Ashok leyland is-
Correct Answer: Option C — Cam and double roller
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Cam and double roller is the correct answer to “The type of steering for Ashok leyland is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 4 of 40
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The camber angle is normally kept upto
Correct Answer: Option D — 02°
Detailed Academic Explanation:
02° is the correct answer to “The camber angle is normally kept upto”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 5 of 40
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Steering wheel diameter of ambassador is-
Correct Answer: Option D — 43.2 cm
Detailed Academic Explanation:
43.2 cm is the correct answer to “Steering wheel diameter of ambassador is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 6 of 40
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The vehicle ride will be comfortable if
Correct Answer: Option A — Unsprung weight is kept minimum
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Unsprung weight is kept minimum is the correct answer to “The vehicle ride will be comfortable if”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 7 of 40
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The purpose of caster is to
Correct Answer: Option A — Ensure steering stability
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Ensure steering stability is the correct answer to “The purpose of caster is to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 8 of 40
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The angle between the actual path and desired path of a vehicle is known as
Correct Answer: Option C — Slip angle
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Slip angle is the correct answer to “The angle between the actual path and desired path of a vehicle is known as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 9 of 40
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The diameter of the steering wheel lies between . . . . . . . . in case of motor cars.
Correct Answer: Option B — 42.5 to 45 cm
Detailed Academic Explanation:
42.5 to 45 cm is the correct answer to “The diameter of the steering wheel lies between . . . . . . . . in case of motor cars.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 10 of 40
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Main type of steering is
Correct Answer: Option D — All of these
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of these is the correct answer to “Main type of steering is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 11 of 40
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Steering wheel diameter of Willys Jeep is-
Correct Answer: Option A — 43.8 cm
Detailed Academic Explanation:
43.8 cm is the correct answer to “Steering wheel diameter of Willys Jeep is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 12 of 40
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Which of the following statements is correct with regard to the purpose of camber?
Correct Answer: Option C — Positive camber is used to compensate for wheels tilting inwards due to the weight of the vehicle
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Positive camber is used to compensate for wheels tilting inwards due to the weight of the vehicle is the correct answer to “Which of the following statements is correct with regard to the purpose of camber”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 13 of 40
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Automotive damper works on the principle of . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option B — Viscous damping
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Viscous damping is the correct answer to “Automotive damper works on the principle of . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 14 of 40
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Suspension system on front wheels in modern cars is of
Correct Answer: Option C — Independent suspension type
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Independent suspension type is the correct answer to “Suspension system on front wheels in modern cars is of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 15 of 40
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Which one of the following converts the rotary motion of steering into a reciprocating motion?
Correct Answer: Option A — Steering box
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Steering box is the correct answer to “Which one of the following converts the rotary motion of steering into a reciprocating motion”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 16 of 40
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The shackle provides . . . . . . . . action to the leaf spring.
Correct Answer: Option C — Swinging
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Swinging is the correct answer to “The shackle provides . . . . . . . . action to the leaf spring.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 17 of 40
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The component that is responsible for converting the rotation of the steering wheel into lateral motion is the
Correct Answer: Option C — Steering gearbox
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Steering gearbox is the correct answer to “The component that is responsible for converting the rotation of the steering wheel into lateral motion is the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 18 of 40
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What is the value of $${b \over l}$$ in Ackerman steering gear equation?
Correct Answer: Option B — 0.4 - 0.5
Detailed Academic Explanation:
0.4 - 0.5 is the correct answer to “What is the value of $${b \over l}$$ in Ackerman steering gear equation”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 19 of 40
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The angle between the centre line of the tyre and the vertical line is known as-
Correct Answer: Option C — Camber
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Camber is the correct answer to “The angle between the centre line of the tyre and the vertical line is known as-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 20 of 40
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Independent suspension on all four wheels is used in
Correct Answer: Option B — A. C. sports car
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A. C. sports car is the correct answer to “Independent suspension on all four wheels is used in”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 21 of 40
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Which of the following used in modern car?
Correct Answer: Option C — Recirculating ball and nut
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Recirculating ball and nut is the correct answer to “Which of the following used in modern car”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 22 of 40
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The ratio of angle turned by steering wheel to corresponding turning angle of the stub axle is called as . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option A — Steering ratio
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Steering ratio is the correct answer to “The ratio of angle turned by steering wheel to corresponding turning angle of the stub axle is called as . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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$$\cot \phi - \cot \theta = {b \over l}$$ is the correct answer to “The correct steering formula is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 24 of 40
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Three basic types of springs used in automotive suspension systems are
Correct Answer: Option A — Coil, leaf and torsion bar
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Coil, leaf and torsion bar is the correct answer to “Three basic types of springs used in automotive suspension systems are”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 25 of 40
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Which one of the following statements is correct with regard to the features of doublewishbone suspension?
Correct Answer: Option B — A large amount of freedom is available when setting geometry and precise settings can be made for driving comfort and steerability
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A large amount of freedom is available when setting geometry and precise settings can be made for driving comfort and steerability is the correct answer to “Which one of the following statements is correct with regard to the features of doublewishbone suspension”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 26 of 40
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Bouncing is a . . . . . . . . movement of the complete body
Correct Answer: Option B — Vertical
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Vertical is the correct answer to “Bouncing is a . . . . . . . . movement of the complete body”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 27 of 40
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The following are the reasons for hard steering 1. Excessive castor may be there 2. Incorrect wheel alignment 3. Tyre pressure may be too high 4. Steering-gear may be adjusted too tightly
Correct Answer: Option B — 1, 2 & 4 are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1, 2 & 4 are correct is the correct answer to “The following are the reasons for hard steering 1. Excessive castor may be there 2. Incorrect wheel alignment 3. Tyre pressure may be too high 4. Steering-gear may be adjusted too tightly”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 28 of 40
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For fiat 1100 what is the value of king pin inclination?
Correct Answer: Option D — 7°
Detailed Academic Explanation:
7° is the correct answer to “For fiat 1100 what is the value of king pin inclination”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 29 of 40
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A damper is also known as
Correct Answer: Option D — Shock absorber
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Shock absorber is the correct answer to “A damper is also known as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 30 of 40
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One purpose of a recirculating ball type steering gear is to reduce the
Correct Answer: Option A — Operating friction
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Operating friction is the correct answer to “One purpose of a recirculating ball type steering gear is to reduce the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 31 of 40
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The values of wheel lock angle and the steering lock angle respectively are about
Correct Answer: Option A — 46° and 43°
Detailed Academic Explanation:
46° and 43° is the correct answer to “The values of wheel lock angle and the steering lock angle respectively are about”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 32 of 40
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Front wheel alignment is adjusted by altering
Correct Answer: Option A — Angle of track arm
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Angle of track arm is the correct answer to “Front wheel alignment is adjusted by altering”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 33 of 40
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For jeep CJ-3 B the value of steering ratio is-
Correct Answer: Option B — 14 : 1
Detailed Academic Explanation:
14 : 1 is the correct answer to “For jeep CJ-3 B the value of steering ratio is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 34 of 40
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The effect of excess camber is
Correct Answer: Option D — Uneven tyre wear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Uneven tyre wear is the correct answer to “The effect of excess camber is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 35 of 40
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The angle between the wheel inclination and the path taken by the wheel is called-
Correct Answer: Option A — Slip angle
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Slip angle is the correct answer to “The angle between the wheel inclination and the path taken by the wheel is called-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 36 of 40
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For Hindustan Ambassador Mark II, the type of steering is-
Correct Answer: Option B — Rack and pinion
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Rack and pinion is the correct answer to “For Hindustan Ambassador Mark II, the type of steering is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 37 of 40
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In the direct acting shock absorber, on rebound stroke, fluid flows out of the upper part of the cylinder and also
Correct Answer: Option C — Out of the reservoir
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Out of the reservoir is the correct answer to “In the direct acting shock absorber, on rebound stroke, fluid flows out of the upper part of the cylinder and also”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 38 of 40
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For correct steering which of the following formula is correct- Where $$b$$ = distance between the pivots of front axles. $$l$$ = wheel base.
$${\mathop{\rm Tan}\nolimits} \alpha = {b \over {2l}}$$ is the correct answer to “For correct steering which of the following formula is correct- Where $$b$$ = distance between the pivots of front axles. $$l$$ = wheel base.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 39 of 40
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Front wheel of positive caster is
Correct Answer: Option B — Toe-in
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Toe-in is the correct answer to “Front wheel of positive caster is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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Question 40 of 40
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The spring weight term used in automobile refer to
Correct Answer: Option C — The weight of the part of vehicle supported on the springs
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The weight of the part of vehicle supported on the springs is the correct answer to “The spring weight term used in automobile refer to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Steering And Suspension System.
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