Transmission System — Part 1 MCQs with Explanations
Practice high-yield Automobile Engineering MCQs on Transmission System — Part 1 with worked academic solutions for PPSC, FPSC, Transport Dept.
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40
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PPSC, FPSC, Transport Dept
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Exam-Level PPSC FPSC Transport Dept
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Question 1 of 40
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Jockey pulley is used with
Correct Answer: Option A — Cross belt drive
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A jockey pulley is used with a cross belt drive . In a cross belt drive system, the jockey pulley is employed to maintain tension in the belt and to adjust the speed of the driven pulley. It helps in ensuring proper engagement and operation of the belt drive system by providing necessary tension and support to the belt. Therefore, the correct answer is Option A: Cross belt drive.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 2 of 40
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Hard shifting of gears is due to
Correct Answer: Option B — Worn out splines on the main shaft
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Worn out splines on the main shaft is the correct answer to “Hard shifting of gears is due to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 3 of 40
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In which among the following gearing, the greater ratio may be implied?
Correct Answer: Option D — Worm gearing
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Worm gearing is the correct answer to “In which among the following gearing, the greater ratio may be implied”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 4 of 40
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The type of commercial vehicle which connects tractor to the trailer by a fifth wheel coupling is called
Correct Answer: Option D — Articulated
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Articulated is the correct answer to “The type of commercial vehicle which connects tractor to the trailer by a fifth wheel coupling is called”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 5 of 40
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Which of the following is used to implement gear changes in the gear unit of an automatic transmission?
Correct Answer: Option D — Hydraulic multi plate clutch
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Hydraulic multi plate clutch is the correct answer to “Which of the following is used to implement gear changes in the gear unit of an automatic transmission”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 6 of 40
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Flat belts running over a pulley forms
Correct Answer: Option B — An open pair
Detailed Academic Explanation:
An open pair is the correct answer to “Flat belts running over a pulley forms”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 7 of 40
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What is the speed ratio of top shift position?
Correct Answer: Option C — 0.999
Detailed Academic Explanation:
0.999 is the correct answer to “What is the speed ratio of top shift position”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 8 of 40
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The four arms of the spider which connect two yokes of the universal joint are called-
Correct Answer: Option A — Trunion
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Trunion is the correct answer to “The four arms of the spider which connect two yokes of the universal joint are called-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 9 of 40
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What is the gear ratio of top shift position?
Correct Answer: Option A — $${{27} \over {30}}$$
Detailed Academic Explanation:
$${{27} \over {30}}$$ is the correct answer to “What is the gear ratio of top shift position”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 10 of 40
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The universal joints in use is-
Correct Answer: Option D — All are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All are correct is the correct answer to “The universal joints in use is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 11 of 40
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A torque converter multiplies torque when the stator is free wheeling
Correct Answer: Option B — False
Detailed Academic Explanation:
False is the correct answer to “A torque converter multiplies torque when the stator is free wheeling”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 12 of 40
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Flywheels are used in 1. Bicycles 2. Starting motor 3. Gear boxes
Correct Answer: Option D — All are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All are correct is the correct answer to “Flywheels are used in 1. Bicycles 2. Starting motor 3. Gear boxes”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 13 of 40
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The purpose of synchromesh mechanism is to synchronize the speed of the shaft and the gear to be selected so that the change in gears can be performed smoothly.
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “The purpose of synchromesh mechanism is to synchronize the speed of the shaft and the gear to be selected so that the change in gears can be performed smoothly.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 14 of 40
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The component of the torque converter that allows multiplication of torque is the
Correct Answer: Option D — Stator
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Stator is the correct answer to “The component of the torque converter that allows multiplication of torque is the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 15 of 40
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Which one of the following drives is used for transmitting power without slip?
Correct Answer: Option D — Chain drives
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Chain drives is the correct answer to “Which one of the following drives is used for transmitting power without slip”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 16 of 40
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Which type of key is used for mounting shifting gears in gear boxes?
Correct Answer: Option D — Splines
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Splines is the correct answer to “Which type of key is used for mounting shifting gears in gear boxes”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 17 of 40
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The central gear of an epicyclic gear set is called as
Correct Answer: Option A — Sun gear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Sun gear is the correct answer to “The central gear of an epicyclic gear set is called as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 18 of 40
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The oil flow in the torus of a torque converter is of
Correct Answer: Option C — Vortex, rotary and spiral types
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Vortex, rotary and spiral types is the correct answer to “The oil flow in the torus of a torque converter is of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 19 of 40
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What is the shape of universal joint?
Correct Answer: Option B — Y-shaped
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Y-shaped is the correct answer to “What is the shape of universal joint”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 20 of 40
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Automobile gears are generally made of
Correct Answer: Option D — Carbon crone manganese steel
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Carbon crone manganese steel is the correct answer to “Automobile gears are generally made of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 21 of 40
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Propeller shaft is made our of . . . . . . . . . tubing.
Correct Answer: Option A — Steel
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Steel is the correct answer to “Propeller shaft is made our of . . . . . . . . . tubing.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 22 of 40
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The joint which permit power to be transmitted from one shaft to another which are not in alignment is known as-
Correct Answer: Option B — Universal joint
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Universal joint is the correct answer to “The joint which permit power to be transmitted from one shaft to another which are not in alignment is known as-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 23 of 40
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What is the gear ratio of second shift position?
Correct Answer: Option C — $${{39} \over {18}}$$
Detailed Academic Explanation:
$${{39} \over {18}}$$ is the correct answer to “What is the gear ratio of second shift position”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 24 of 40
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The groove on the outer circumference of the hub sleeve is to attach
Correct Answer: Option B — Shift fork
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Shift fork is the correct answer to “The groove on the outer circumference of the hub sleeve is to attach”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 25 of 40
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Constant velocity joint point are mostly used in front axle drive vehicles or in vehicles having . . . . . . . . . wheel drive.
Correct Answer: Option A — 4 × 4
Detailed Academic Explanation:
4 × 4 is the correct answer to “Constant velocity joint point are mostly used in front axle drive vehicles or in vehicles having . . . . . . . . . wheel drive.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 26 of 40
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The size of gear is usually specified by
Correct Answer: Option B — Pitch circle diameter
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pitch circle diameter is the correct answer to “The size of gear is usually specified by”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 27 of 40
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Hard shifting occurs due to-
Correct Answer: Option D — All are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All are correct is the correct answer to “Hard shifting occurs due to-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 28 of 40
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In case of CVT, if the drive pulley diameter is decreased and the driven pulley diameter is increased, output torque will be increased and output speed will be decreased.
Correct Answer: Option A — True
Detailed Academic Explanation:
True is the correct answer to “In case of CVT, if the drive pulley diameter is decreased and the driven pulley diameter is increased, output torque will be increased and output speed will be decreased.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 29 of 40
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In a simple epicyclic gear set, the output member to increase torque in reverse is always the
Correct Answer: Option B — Ring gear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Ring gear is the correct answer to “In a simple epicyclic gear set, the output member to increase torque in reverse is always the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 30 of 40
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In a simple planetary gear set, the output member used in order to increase torque is always
Correct Answer: Option C — Planet carrier
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Planet carrier is the correct answer to “In a simple planetary gear set, the output member used in order to increase torque is always”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 31 of 40
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The efficiency of transmitting power will be maximum in case of
Correct Answer: Option D — Chain drive
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Chain drive is the correct answer to “The efficiency of transmitting power will be maximum in case of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 32 of 40
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Which of the following is a type of transmission?
Correct Answer: Option D — All are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All are correct is the correct answer to “Which of the following is a type of transmission”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 33 of 40
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Generally an overdrive is fitted to the . . . . . . . . only.
Correct Answer: Option B — Top gear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Top gear is the correct answer to “Generally an overdrive is fitted to the . . . . . . . . only.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 34 of 40
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The main disadvantage of sliding mesh transmission is
Correct Answer: Option A — High noise level
Detailed Academic Explanation:
High noise level is the correct answer to “The main disadvantage of sliding mesh transmission is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 35 of 40
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The component of the torque converter that causes the fluid to flow is
Correct Answer: Option B — Pump impeller
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pump impeller is the correct answer to “The component of the torque converter that causes the fluid to flow is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 36 of 40
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A three-speed gear box provides-
Correct Answer: Option B — I, II and top gear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
I, II and top gear is the correct answer to “A three-speed gear box provides-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 37 of 40
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A torque converter is a device to . . . . . . . . the torque while reducing the speed.
Correct Answer: Option B — Increase
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Increase is the correct answer to “A torque converter is a device to . . . . . . . . the torque while reducing the speed.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 38 of 40
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A torque converter has a
Correct Answer: Option B — Stator
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Stator is the correct answer to “A torque converter has a”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 39 of 40
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What is the advantage of automatic transmission?
Correct Answer: Option D — All are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All are correct is the correct answer to “What is the advantage of automatic transmission”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 40 of 40
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Which of the following statement is correct with regard to a hydraulic control unit?
Correct Answer: Option C — The unit's flow channels are switched in response to a number of different hydraulic signals so that the pressure directed to each of the gear's clutches be controlled and so that gearshift operation can be performed
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The unit's flow channels are switched in response to a number of different hydraulic signals so that the pressure directed to each of the gear's clutches be controlled and so that gearshift operation can be performed is the correct answer to “Which of the following statement is correct with regard to a hydraulic control unit”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
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