Practice high-yield Automobile Engineering MCQs on Wheels And Tires — 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
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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A wheel so constructed that the centre line of the rim is located in board of the attachment face of the disc is called-
Correct Answer: Option D — Inset wheel
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Inset wheel is the correct answer to “A wheel so constructed that the centre line of the rim is located in board of the attachment face of the disc is called-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 2 of 40
★ PPSC
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Heel' and 'toe wear' in tyres is caused by
Correct Answer: Option A — Excessive accelecration and braking
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Excessive accelecration and braking is the correct answer to “Heel' and 'toe wear' in tyres is caused by”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 3 of 40
★ PPSC
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Out of round brake drums cause the tyres to wear
Correct Answer: Option C — In single spots
Detailed Academic Explanation:
In single spots is the correct answer to “Out of round brake drums cause the tyres to wear”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 4 of 40
★ PPSC
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Weight can be attached to wheel rim to correct
Correct Answer: Option C — Wheel balance
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Wheel balance is the correct answer to “Weight can be attached to wheel rim to correct”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 5 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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A tyre is designated as : 175/70 R 13. The number 70 represents
Correct Answer: Option C — Aspect ratio
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Aspect ratio is the correct answer to “A tyre is designated as : 175/70 R 13. The number 70 represents”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 6 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
On a front wheel drive vehicle, how do the tyres usually worn out?
Correct Answer: Option C — The front tyres worn faster than the rear tyres
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The front tyres worn faster than the rear tyres is the correct answer to “On a front wheel drive vehicle, how do the tyres usually worn out”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 7 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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The purpose of tyre sipes is to
Correct Answer: Option D — Increase traction
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Increase traction is the correct answer to “The purpose of tyre sipes is to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 8 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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Bead wires are made of
Correct Answer: Option A — Steel
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Steel is the correct answer to “Bead wires are made of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 9 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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In the tyre 8.25 × 20 - 10 PR, 8.25 indicator-
Correct Answer: Option A — Width of tyre
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Width of tyre is the correct answer to “In the tyre 8.25 × 20 - 10 PR, 8.25 indicator-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 10 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
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In trucks are use-
Correct Answer: Option C — High pressure tyre
Detailed Academic Explanation:
High pressure tyre is the correct answer to “In trucks are use-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 11 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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The thick layer of rubber on the outside circum-ference of the tyre is called-
Correct Answer: Option A — Tread
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Tread is the correct answer to “The thick layer of rubber on the outside circum-ference of the tyre is called-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 12 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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Vulcanizing means
Correct Answer: Option A — Heating rubber urider pressure
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Heating rubber urider pressure is the correct answer to “Vulcanizing means”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 13 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
To equalize tyre wear, it is suggested that tyres be rotated from one wheel to another every
Correct Answer: Option B — 8000 kms
Detailed Academic Explanation:
8000 kms is the correct answer to “To equalize tyre wear, it is suggested that tyres be rotated from one wheel to another every”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 14 of 40
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. . . . . . . . gives strength to resist internal pressure to support load and road shocks
Correct Answer: Option A — Cord plies
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Cord plies is the correct answer to “. . . . . . . . gives strength to resist internal pressure to support load and road shocks”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 15 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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The better road adhesion is obtained in light alloy wheels because of
Correct Answer: Option D — Using wider rims and low aspect ratio tyres
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Using wider rims and low aspect ratio tyres is the correct answer to “The better road adhesion is obtained in light alloy wheels because of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 16 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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In case of a wire wheel the vehicle weight is supported by the wires in
Correct Answer: Option A — Tension
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Tension is the correct answer to “In case of a wire wheel the vehicle weight is supported by the wires in”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 17 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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The tyre should create . . . . . . . . noise while running on the road.
Correct Answer: Option B — Minimum
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Minimum is the correct answer to “The tyre should create . . . . . . . . noise while running on the road.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 18 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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For wheel and tyre troubles the cause of one side wear of tyres is -
Correct Answer: Option A — Incorrect camber angle and toe in
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Incorrect camber angle and toe in is the correct answer to “For wheel and tyre troubles the cause of one side wear of tyres is -”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 19 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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Wheels must be balanced
Correct Answer: Option C — Off the car only
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Off the car only is the correct answer to “Wheels must be balanced”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 20 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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Which of the following is a type of wheel?
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 wheel”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 21 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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An over-inflated tyre will wear the tread most
Correct Answer: Option A — Near centre
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Near centre is the correct answer to “An over-inflated tyre will wear the tread most”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 22 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
An under-inflated tyre will wear the tread most
Correct Answer: Option B — Near the edges
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Near the edges is the correct answer to “An under-inflated tyre will wear the tread most”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 23 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
For wheel and tyre troubles the cause of the troulble uniform rapid wear is-
Correct Answer: Option C — Both are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both are correct is the correct answer to “For wheel and tyre troubles the cause of the troulble uniform rapid wear is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 24 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
The rolling resistance is because of the friction between the
Correct Answer: Option B — Tyre and the road surface
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Tyre and the road surface is the correct answer to “The rolling resistance is because of the friction between the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 25 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
Tread distortion is least on
Correct Answer: Option A — Radial ply tyres
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Radial ply tyres is the correct answer to “Tread distortion is least on”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 26 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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The side walls are . . . . . . . . compound which serve as protective covering to the casing.
Correct Answer: Option A — Rubber
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Rubber is the correct answer to “The side walls are . . . . . . . . compound which serve as protective covering to the casing.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 27 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
The purpose of tyre rotation on automobiles is to
Correct Answer: Option B — Equalise wear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Equalise wear is the correct answer to “The purpose of tyre rotation on automobiles is to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 28 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
The rim which can be removed easily from the wheel is called-
Correct Answer: Option B — Demountable rim
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Demountable rim is the correct answer to “The rim which can be removed easily from the wheel is called-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 29 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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If the size of the tyre is 8.20 × 20 × 10 PR. The shows that the width of tyre from shoulder to shoulder is-
Correct Answer: Option A — 8.20"
Detailed Academic Explanation:
8.20" is the correct answer to “If the size of the tyre is 8.20 × 20 × 10 PR. The shows that the width of tyre from shoulder to shoulder is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 30 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
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The tyre casing are made up of layers of cord impregnated with-
Correct Answer: Option B — Rubber
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Rubber is the correct answer to “The tyre casing are made up of layers of cord impregnated with-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 31 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
In comparison with a radial tyre, one advantage of a bias ply tyre is
Correct Answer: Option C — Smoother ride at low speeds
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Smoother ride at low speeds is the correct answer to “In comparison with a radial tyre, one advantage of a bias ply tyre is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 32 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
The main advantage of steel disc wheel is
Correct Answer: Option D — All of these
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of these is the correct answer to “The main advantage of steel disc wheel is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 33 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
Which of the following is/are the types of tyre, used in automobiles?
Correct Answer: Option D — All are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All are correct is the correct answer to “Which of the following is/are the types of tyre, used in automobiles”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 34 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
The portion of tyre which holds the tyre on the rim is-
Correct Answer: Option D — Bead
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Bead is the correct answer to “The portion of tyre which holds the tyre on the rim is-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 35 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
Ina tyre, it is designated as 'P200/75 R16'. What is the digit 200?
Correct Answer: Option A — Section width
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Section width is the correct answer to “Ina tyre, it is designated as 'P200/75 R16'. What is the digit 200”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 36 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
When an automobile takes a tum to avoid the skidding and over turning
Correct Answer: Option B — Front two wheels will have a Common centre during turning
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Front two wheels will have a Common centre during turning is the correct answer to “When an automobile takes a tum to avoid the skidding and over turning”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 37 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
The purpose of turning radius gauges is to measure the
Correct Answer: Option C — Turning radius of the left and right wheels
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Turning radius of the left and right wheels is the correct answer to “The purpose of turning radius gauges is to measure the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 38 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
Tread wear indicator is located:
Correct Answer: Option A — On the tyre, where the tread meets the side wall
Detailed Academic Explanation:
On the tyre, where the tread meets the side wall is the correct answer to “Tread wear indicator is located:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 39 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
To perform a good function the wheel must be-
Correct Answer: Option C — Both are correct
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both are correct is the correct answer to “To perform a good function the wheel must be-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
Question 40 of 40
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
★ PPSC
★ FPSC
The disadvantage of radial ply tyre as compared to cross ply tyre is
Correct Answer: Option A — Uncomfortable ride at low speeds
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Uncomfortable ride at low speeds is the correct answer to “The disadvantage of radial ply tyre as compared to cross ply tyre is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Wheels And Tires.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Wheels And Tires
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