Transmission System — Part 2 MCQs with Explanations
Practice high-yield Automobile Engineering MCQs on Transmission System — Part 2 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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The purpose of torque converter in automobile is
Correct Answer: Option A — Automatically multiplying engine torque
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Automatically multiplying engine torque is the correct answer to “The purpose of torque converter in automobile is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 2 of 40
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Torsional coil springs used in automotive clutch plate
Correct Answer: Option A — Ensure smooth engagement of clutch assembly
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Ensure smooth engagement of clutch assembly is the correct answer to “Torsional coil springs used in automotive clutch plate”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 3 of 40
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The double declutching is used for the engagement of gears in
Correct Answer: Option B — Constant mesh transmission
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Constant mesh transmission is the correct answer to “The double declutching is used for the engagement of gears in”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 4 of 40
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When the speed of governor increases, then
Correct Answer: Option C — Height of governor decreases but radius of rotation increases
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Height of governor decreases but radius of rotation increases is the correct answer to “When the speed of governor increases, then”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 5 of 40
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Double declutching is required in constant mesh transmission to
Correct Answer: Option A — Equalize the speed of main shaft gear and the sliding dog
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Equalize the speed of main shaft gear and the sliding dog is the correct answer to “Double declutching is required in constant mesh transmission to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 6 of 40
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In a torque converter, when the speed ratio of the pump and turbine reaches the coupling point, then
Correct Answer: Option A — The stator will begin to freewheel in the opposite direction to the pump and the turbine
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The stator will begin to freewheel in the opposite direction to the pump and the turbine is the correct answer to “In a torque converter, when the speed ratio of the pump and turbine reaches the coupling point, then”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 7 of 40
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The trouble noisy differential is due to-
Correct Answer: Option C — Both of them
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both of them is the correct answer to “The trouble noisy differential is due to-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 8 of 40
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Following is the data for transmission system of a Gear box reduction ratios. 1 st gear - 4.3 : 1 2 nd gear - 3.00 : 1 3 rd gear - 2.71 : 1 4 th gear - 1 : 1 Final drive reduction is 5.0 : 1 The overall reduction when the vehicle is driven in 2 nd gear is
Correct Answer: Option D — 15 : 1
Detailed Academic Explanation:
15 : 1 is the correct answer to “Following is the data for transmission system of a Gear box reduction ratios. 1 st gear - 4.3 : 1 2 nd gear - 3.00 : 1 3 rd gear - 2.71 : 1 4 th gear - 1 : 1 Final drive reduction is 5.0 : 1 The overall reduction when the vehicle is driven in 2 nd gear is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 9 of 40
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The constant velocity joint with two cross and yoke V-joints mounted back to back with a linking yoke and a centering ball is called as
Correct Answer: Option B — Double carbon
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Double carbon is the correct answer to “The constant velocity joint with two cross and yoke V-joints mounted back to back with a linking yoke and a centering ball is called as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 10 of 40
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When the rear wheels are jacked up and gears are in neutral, turning one rear wheel of the rear drive in anticlockwise direction, will cause the other to
Correct Answer: Option A — Turn in clockwise direction
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Turn in clockwise direction is the correct answer to “When the rear wheels are jacked up and gears are in neutral, turning one rear wheel of the rear drive in anticlockwise direction, will cause the other to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 11 of 40
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What is attached to the ring gear?
Correct Answer: Option A — Differential gages
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Differential gages is the correct answer to “What is attached to the ring gear”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 12 of 40
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Which of the following is the function of differential mechanism?
Correct Answer: Option C — Both of them
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both of them is the correct answer to “Which of the following is the function of differential mechanism”. 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 synchronizer hub is attached with main shaft through
Correct Answer: Option D — Splines inside the hub
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Splines inside the hub is the correct answer to “The synchronizer hub is attached with main shaft through”. 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 power transmitted by belt drive will be maximum, if the maximum tension in the belt is
Correct Answer: Option C — Three times the tension due to centrifugal force
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Three times the tension due to centrifugal force is the correct answer to “The power transmitted by belt drive will be maximum, if the maximum tension in the belt is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 15 of 40
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The automatic transmission requires use of the following control pedals:
Correct Answer: Option C — Acceleration and brake pedals
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Acceleration and brake pedals is the correct answer to “The automatic transmission requires use of the following control pedals:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 16 of 40
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The purpose of the sliding joint in a propeller shaft is to
Correct Answer: Option A — Adjust the distance between gear box and differential
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Adjust the distance between gear box and differential is the correct answer to “The purpose of the sliding joint in a propeller shaft is to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 17 of 40
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Which one of the following gear box type uses friction cones to equalize the speed of the gears before engagement?
Correct Answer: Option D — Synchromesh
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Synchromesh is the correct answer to “Which one of the following gear box type uses friction cones to equalize the speed of the gears before engagement”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 18 of 40
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In case of a flywheel, maximum fluctuation in energy is
Correct Answer: Option B — Difference of maximum and minimum energies
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Difference of maximum and minimum energies is the correct answer to “In case of a flywheel, maximum fluctuation in energy is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 19 of 40
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If the tractive effort is the highest for a given velocity, then the vehicle must be in
Correct Answer: Option D — First gear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
First gear is the correct answer to “If the tractive effort is the highest for a given velocity, then the vehicle must be in”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 20 of 40
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Hotchkiss drive is mostly used in all the-
Correct Answer: Option C — Both A and B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both A and B is the correct answer to “Hotchkiss drive is mostly used in all the-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 21 of 40
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In a torque converter maximum torque multiplication occurs at
Correct Answer: Option A — Stop
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Stop is the correct answer to “In a torque converter maximum torque multiplication occurs at”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 22 of 40
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In the transmission, the reverse idler gear always meshes with
Correct Answer: Option D — Counter shaft reverse gear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Counter shaft reverse gear is the correct answer to “In the transmission, the reverse idler gear always meshes with”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 23 of 40
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In order to transfer torque, the torque converter uses
Correct Answer: Option B — ATF
Detailed Academic Explanation:
ATF is the correct answer to “In order to transfer torque, the torque converter uses”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 24 of 40
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Which one of the following statement is correct in respect of jockey pulley?
Correct Answer: Option C — It does not affect the speed ratio of the drive
Detailed Academic Explanation:
It does not affect the speed ratio of the drive is the correct answer to “Which one of the following statement is correct in respect of jockey pulley”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 25 of 40
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Which of the following is not true in concerns to CVT?
Correct Answer: Option C — CVT operates in the lower ratios for better fuel economy and increased engine braking, while D drive is used for engine braking and increased higher top speed
Detailed Academic Explanation:
CVT operates in the lower ratios for better fuel economy and increased engine braking, while D drive is used for engine braking and increased higher top speed is the correct answer to “Which of the following is not true in concerns to CVT”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 26 of 40
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When small gear drives a larger gear in gear box of an automobile, the result is
Correct Answer: Option A — Increase in torque
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Increase in torque is the correct answer to “When small gear drives a larger gear in gear box of an automobile, the result is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
$${{37} \over {22}} \times {{22} \over {11}}$$ is the correct answer to “What is the gear ratio of reverse shift position”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 28 of 40
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Which of the following is the essential devices for overdrive?
Correct Answer: Option C — Both A and B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both A and B is the correct answer to “Which of the following is the essential devices for overdrive”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 29 of 40
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The worm and worm wheel arrangement for final gear reduction is extremely-
Correct Answer: Option B — Strong
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Strong is the correct answer to “The worm and worm wheel arrangement for final gear reduction is extremely-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 30 of 40
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The universal joint in the propeller shaft is necessary to
Correct Answer: Option B — Carry engine torque to the drive wheels
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Carry engine torque to the drive wheels is the correct answer to “The universal joint in the propeller shaft is necessary to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 31 of 40
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Which one of the following element creates reaction in a torque converter?
Correct Answer: Option A — Impeller
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Impeller is the correct answer to “Which one of the following element creates reaction in a torque converter”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 32 of 40
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Maximum torque multiplication in a torque converter is
Correct Answer: Option A — 2.8
Detailed Academic Explanation:
2.8 is the correct answer to “Maximum torque multiplication in a torque converter is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 33 of 40
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Lewis equation in spur grass is applied
Correct Answer: Option C — To weaker of pinion or gear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
To weaker of pinion or gear is the correct answer to “Lewis equation in spur grass is applied”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 34 of 40
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Interlocking mechanism is provided in the shift mechanism of transmission to
Correct Answer: Option A — Prevent shifting of two gears simultaneously
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Prevent shifting of two gears simultaneously is the correct answer to “Interlocking mechanism is provided in the shift mechanism of transmission to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 35 of 40
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Coupling efficiency is the ratio of the
Correct Answer: Option A — Power available at the turbine to the amount of power supplied to the impeller
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Power available at the turbine to the amount of power supplied to the impeller is the correct answer to “Coupling efficiency is the ratio of the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 36 of 40
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In a simple gear train, if the number of idle gears is odd, then the motion of driven gear will
Correct Answer: Option A — Be same as that of driving gear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Be same as that of driving gear is the correct answer to “In a simple gear train, if the number of idle gears is odd, then the motion of driven gear will”. 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 hum or bowl in neutral is due to-
Correct Answer: Option D — All are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All are correct is the correct answer to “A hum or bowl in neutral is due to-”. 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 joint which does not allow variation in angular velocity occurring in each revolution is called as-
Correct Answer: Option A — Constant velocity type universal joint
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Constant velocity type universal joint is the correct answer to “A joint which does not allow variation in angular velocity occurring in each revolution is called as-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 39 of 40
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Which of the following statement correctly describe the features of a 4WD system?
Correct Answer: Option C — A 4WD system ensures effective transmission of engine torque, even on slippery road surfaces
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A 4WD system ensures effective transmission of engine torque, even on slippery road surfaces is the correct answer to “Which of the following statement correctly describe the features of a 4WD system”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
Question 40 of 40
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Slipping out of gear is due to-
Correct Answer: Option D — All are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All are correct is the correct answer to “Slipping out of gear is due to-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Transmission System.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Transmission System
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