Chapter 5: General-Purpose Tools and Equipment. ASE Type Questions with Highlighted Answers – All Correct

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Chapter 5: General-Purpose Tools and
Equipment. ASE Type Questions with
Highlighted Answers – All Correct

Technician A says that a combination wrench can be used to remove nuts ans bolts.


Technician B says that a 12 Point Wrench is less likely to slip than a 6 point wrench.


Who is correct?


Technician A only


Which of the following is least likely to cause fitting damage?

A. Open-end Wrench

B. Slip-Joint Wrench

C. Channel Locks

D. Line Wrench


D. Line Wrench


Technician A always uses a deep socket to remove fasteners.



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Technician B only uses a deep socket when turning a nut on a protruding bolt.


Who is correct?


Technician B only


Which of the following Torx Sockets is the biggest?

A. T-15

B. T-25

C. T-30

D. T-50


T-50


A large, tight fastener must be removed, Technician A recommends using a breaker bar.


Technician B recommends using a speed handle.


Who is correct?


Technician A only


Which of the following pliers would you use to remove a cotter pin?

A. Combination slip joint pliers

B. Diagonal cutting pliers




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