Hand tools Exam Questions with 100%
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2024/2025
socket wrenches
round metal sleeve with a square opening in one end for insertion of a handle
-for tightening or loosening a nut or bolt
-available in 6- and -12 point openings
socket handles
provides the means to turn the socket using many different types of handles
ratchet
used for speed and convenience in places where a full turn cannot be made
hinge handle
longest and strongest socket
sliding T-Bar
used in a similar fashion as the hinged handle to break torque
- (drive head can be positioned anywhere along the sliding bar
speed handling
used for speed and convenience where a full turn of the handle can be made
attachments
used in conjunction with sockets and handles to provide more options to remove and install fasteners
extensions
made in various drive sizes and lengths to allow access to fasteners in recessed areas
allows access to nuts or bolts from various angles
adapters
increase or decrease drive sizes on sockets, extensions, and handles
crow foot
-an open-end wrench head used with a socket handle that can reach fittings that don't allow access
for sockets
crow foot: usage
used for tightening and loosening fittings on plumbing or limited access applications
open/box end wrenches
, provides the best
option for loosening and tightening fasters allowing more force to be applied without damaging
ratcheting mechanism
What is the purpose of an adjustable jaw wrench?
Allows for adjustment to different sized fastener heads instead of being restricted to one size.
When is an adjustable jaw wrench used?
When the correct size open/boxed end wrench or socket is not available.
hex wrench
L shaped, six sized wrenches used to remove and/or install hex head (internal wrenching) bolts and
set screws
screw drivers
used for driving or removing screws with slotted, recessed, or special heads
screw drivers: proper use
match to the type/size of screw head and ensure the tip fits the slot
-use for intended purpose
screwdriver types: flat-tip
used on fasteners having common slotted head
screwdriver types: Phillips
used on fasteners with cross-slots
screwdriver types: hi-torque tip (coin slot)
flat tip screwdriver with rounded edges like the edge of coins for applying higher removal and
installation torque
offset
utilize a 90-degree bend at both ends of the blade to allow access to places where space is limited
torque-set
similar to cross-tips, however, edges of the tips offset which allows for higher installation and removal
torque
hex
screwdrivers that present an alternative to using a hex wrench for internal wrenching screws and set
screws
apex-bit holder
-used to hold securely apex bits (screwdriver type tips)
used the with socket handles to provide screwdriver like characteristics
Correct Answers Verified | Updated
2024/2025
socket wrenches
round metal sleeve with a square opening in one end for insertion of a handle
-for tightening or loosening a nut or bolt
-available in 6- and -12 point openings
socket handles
provides the means to turn the socket using many different types of handles
ratchet
used for speed and convenience in places where a full turn cannot be made
hinge handle
longest and strongest socket
sliding T-Bar
used in a similar fashion as the hinged handle to break torque
- (drive head can be positioned anywhere along the sliding bar
speed handling
used for speed and convenience where a full turn of the handle can be made
attachments
used in conjunction with sockets and handles to provide more options to remove and install fasteners
extensions
made in various drive sizes and lengths to allow access to fasteners in recessed areas
allows access to nuts or bolts from various angles
adapters
increase or decrease drive sizes on sockets, extensions, and handles
crow foot
-an open-end wrench head used with a socket handle that can reach fittings that don't allow access
for sockets
crow foot: usage
used for tightening and loosening fittings on plumbing or limited access applications
open/box end wrenches
, provides the best
option for loosening and tightening fasters allowing more force to be applied without damaging
ratcheting mechanism
What is the purpose of an adjustable jaw wrench?
Allows for adjustment to different sized fastener heads instead of being restricted to one size.
When is an adjustable jaw wrench used?
When the correct size open/boxed end wrench or socket is not available.
hex wrench
L shaped, six sized wrenches used to remove and/or install hex head (internal wrenching) bolts and
set screws
screw drivers
used for driving or removing screws with slotted, recessed, or special heads
screw drivers: proper use
match to the type/size of screw head and ensure the tip fits the slot
-use for intended purpose
screwdriver types: flat-tip
used on fasteners having common slotted head
screwdriver types: Phillips
used on fasteners with cross-slots
screwdriver types: hi-torque tip (coin slot)
flat tip screwdriver with rounded edges like the edge of coins for applying higher removal and
installation torque
offset
utilize a 90-degree bend at both ends of the blade to allow access to places where space is limited
torque-set
similar to cross-tips, however, edges of the tips offset which allows for higher installation and removal
torque
hex
screwdrivers that present an alternative to using a hex wrench for internal wrenching screws and set
screws
apex-bit holder
-used to hold securely apex bits (screwdriver type tips)
used the with socket handles to provide screwdriver like characteristics
