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Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Test: General Science, Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge, Electronics Information, Automotive & Shop Information, Mechanical Comprehension, Assembling Objects Questions 456–460 (page: 93)

Updated On: 9-Feb-2026

Which of the following will NOT occur from setting a spark plug gap wider?

  1. a smaller weaker spark
  2. bigger spark
  3. better combustion
  4. potential misfire at high speeds

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

Setting a spark plug gap narrower can result in a smaller weaker spark. Setting it wider may result in a bigger spark, better combustion but a potential misfire.



What should you do if your temperature gauge on your car indicates that the car is overheating (in the red zone)?

  1. Open radiator cap and pour in cold water immediately
  2. Open radiator cap and pour in antifreeze immediately
  3. Turn on the car's heater
  4. Pull over and let the car cool down

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

You should immediately pull over and let the car cool down.



Which of the following can cause water sludge in engine crankcase oil?

  1. water condensation in the crankcase
  2. changing your oil too frequently
  3. using synthetic oil
  4. using a low viscosity oil

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

Water condensation in the crankcase is a leading cause of oil sludge. Changing your oil frequently and using synthetic oil can help eliminate sludge.



Which of the following components prevents a car's battery from being overcharged?

  1. Rotor
  2. Voltage Regulator
  3. Inverter
  4. Governor

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

The voltage regulator controls the current that is sent to the battery to prevent overcharging.



Which of the following is probably NOT a cause of an engine overheating?

  1. Faulty thermostat
  2. Inoperative fan motor
  3. Cracked distributor cap
  4. External coolant leaks

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

A faulty thermostat, inoperative fan motor and external coolant leaks can all cause an engine to overheat.



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