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Question Number.

1

A dry powder extinguisher is coloured.

Option A.

green.

Option B.red.

Option C.blue.

Correct Answer is. blue.

Explanation.

BS EN3.

Question Number.

2.

Acetylene gas forms an explosive compound with.

Option A.

tin and silver.

Option B.tin and copper.

Option C.copper and silver.

Correct Answer is. copper and silver.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

3.

When mixing acid and water.

Option A.

the acid should always be added to the water.

Option B.it does not matter which way the two are mixed.

Option C.the water should always be added to the acid.

Correct Answer is. the acid should always be added to the water.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

4.

You are involved with a fire caused by titanium swarf. What type of extinguishant should you use to deal with the fire?.

Option A.

Dry asbestos wool and chalk powder.

2

Option B.CO​.

Option C.Chemical foam.

Correct Answer is. Dry asbestos wool and chalk powder.

Explanation.

BL/6­18 12.5.

Explanation.

AL/3­8 2.1.6, GOL/1­1 7.3.2.

Question Number.

6.

The minimum ‘no smoking’ zone around an aircraft when refuelling is.

Option A.

15m.

Option B.10m.

Option C.6m.

Correct Answer is.

6m.

Explanation.

Leaflet 5­1 2.2.2.

Question Number.

7.

2

A CO​extinguisher is used on.

Option A.

solid, liquid, hot metal and electrical fires.

Option B.solid, liquid and electrical fires.

Option C.solid and liquid fires.

Correct Answer is. solid, liquid and electrical fires.

Explanation.

Hot metal and liquid fires would be extinguished with foam.

Question Number.

8.

In an oxygen system, if the pressure drops to 500 PSI, it.

Option A.

causes anoxia.

Option B.begins to overheat.

Option C.blocks the oxygen system regulator.

Correct Answer is. blocks the oxygen system regulator.

Explanation.

At low pressure, air can mix with the oxygen. The moisture in the air freezes as the gas expands on exit of the system and blocks the regulator. Jeppesen A&P

Airframe Technician Page 14­17.

Question Number.

9.

After working with epoxy resins, how is natural oil returned to the skin?.

Option A.

Epoxy removing cream.

Option B.Refatting cream.

Option C.Acetone/lanolin mixture.

Correct Answer is. Acetone/lanolin mixture.

Explanation.

Acetone is used to remove epoxy resin, but it dries the skin, so it is mixed with lanolin to prevent this (same mixture as nail varnish remover).

Question Number.

10.

Neither oil nor grease should be used as a lubricant on couplings or pipelines carrying.

Option A.

Oxygen.

Option C.Nitrogen.

Correct Answer is. Oxygen.

Explanation.

AL/3­25 5.4 (vi).

Question Number.

11.

Which type of extinguisher can be used for an electric fire?.

Option A.

Foam.

Option B.Water.

2

Option C.CO​.

2

Correct Answer is. CO​.

Explanation.

AL/3­10 3.3.

Question Number.

12.

2

The colour of CO​type fire extinguisher is.

Option A.

red.

Option B.black.

Option C.green.

Correct Answer is. black.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

13.

Which type of extinguisher can be used for engine fire?.

Option A.

2

CO​.

Option B.BCF.

Option C.Water.

2

Correct Answer is. CO​.

Explanation.

Leaflet 5­1 4.2.4 (a).

Question Number.

14.

Fire on landing gear brake should be extinguished with.

Option A.

dry powder extinguisher.

Option B.carbon dioxide extinguisher.

Option C.water extinguisher.

Correct Answer is. dry powder extinguisher.

Explanation.

AL/3­19 10.4. Jeppesen A&P Mechanics Handbook Page 503, CAAIP S Leaflet 5­8 10.4.

Question Number.

15.

Which type of fire extinguishers can be used in the cabin?.

Option A.

C.T.C.

Question Number.

1.

On a hollow tube where would a small indentation normally be unacceptable?.

Option A.

Nowhere on the tube is an indentation acceptable.

Option B.In the mid 1/3 section.

Option C.In either of the outer 1/3 portion of the tube.

Correct Answer is. In the mid 1/3 section.

Explanation.

CAAIP s Leaflet 6­4 Para 7.2.

Question Number.

2.

What type of grinding wheel would you sharpen an HSS drill bit on?.

Option A.

A green wheel.

Option B.A course wheel.

Option C.A fine wheel.

Correct Answer is. A fine wheel.

Explanation.

A Green Grit (Silicon Carbide) wheel is used for Tungsten Carbide bit tools (Non­steel). For HSS you need a fine Grey Aluminium Oxide wheel.

Question Number.

3.

When using a reamer.

Option A.

use no lubricant.

Option B.use the same lubricant as was used on the drill bit.

Option C.use lard oil.

Correct Answer is. use the same lubricant as was used on the drill bit.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

4.

How many teeth per inch are used on a hacksaw blade for cutting hard metal?.

Option A.

54.

Option B.36.

Option C.26.

Correct Answer is.

26.

Explanation.

Blades are available 18 ­ 32 TPI. Greatest TPI is for hard metals.

Question Number.

5.

How many strokes per minute are used on a hacksaw when cutting thick metal?.

Option A.

30.

Option B.65.

Option C.55.

Question Number.

8.

To drill a 1/4 inch hole in titanium, the correct starting procedure would be.

Option A.

to centre drill.

Option B.to centre punch.

Option C.to drill 1/4 inch hole direct.

Correct Answer is. to centre drill.

Explanation.

CAIP S EL/3­3 Para. 3.2.

Question Number.

9.

In a torque wrench of handle length, L = 12 in. and an extension E = 3 in, the desired torque value is 300 lbs.in. the dial should read.

Option A.

240 lb.ins.

Option B.375 lb.ins.

Option C.280 lb.ins.

Correct Answer is.

240 lb.ins.

Explanation.

CAAIP S Leaflet 2­11 4.4.

Question Number.

10.

When a torque loading is specified for a castellated or slotted nut on an undrilled new bolt.

Option A.

the bolt should be pre­drilled, the torque applied and the nut eased back, if necessary, to allow the split pin to be fitted.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

11.

A reamer with spiral flutes is removed.

Option A.

clockwise.

Option B.straight.

Option C.anticlockwise.

Correct Answer is. clockwise.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Technician Textbook Page 9­19.

Question Number.

12.

The difference between high and low limits of a size for a dimension is known as the.

Option A.

deviation.

Option B.tolerance.

Option C.fit.

Correct Answer is. tolerance.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

13.

Rubber components should be stored.

Option A.

in warm and humid conditions.

Option B.in a well lit room.

Option C.in a cool dark area.

Correct Answer is. in a cool dark area.

Explanation.

CAAIP S Leaflet 1­8 3.3.

Question Number.

14.

When comparing the machining techniques for stainless steel sheet material to those for aluminium alloy sheet, it is normally considered good

practice to drill the stainless steel at a.

Option A.

higher speed with less pressure applied to the drill.

Option B.lower speed with more pressure applied to the drill.

Option C.lower speed with less pressure applied to the drill.

Correct Answer is. lower speed with more pressure applied to the drill.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2­27.

Question Number.

15.

When drilling stainless steel, the drill used should have an included angle of.

Option A.

140° and turn at a low speed.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2­27.

Question Number.

16.

When stop drilling a crack, what is the typical drill size used?.

Option A.

0.025 inch.

Option B.0.250 inch.

Option C.0.125 inch.

Correct Answer is.

0.125 inch.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2­6.

Question Number.

19.

When checking a torque wrench 15 inches long, the load required to give torque of 120 lbs.in. is.

Option A.

6 lbs.

Option B.8 lbs.

Option C.10 lbs.

Correct Answer is.

8 lbs.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

20.

How would you check the setting of an adjustable reamer?.

Option A.

Ring gauge.

Option B.Dial test indicator and ‘V’ blocks.

Option C.External calipers.

Correct Answer is. Ring gauge.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

26.

How should a scraper be finally sharpened?.

Option A.

By draw filing.

Option B.On a grindstone.

Option C.On an oil­stone.

Correct Answer is. On an oil­stone.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

27.

How is a D.T.I. initially set up?.

Option A.

The gauge plunger should be fully extended and the needle zeroed.

Option B.The gauge plunger should be partly depressed and the needle zeroed.

Option C.The needle zeroed, then the plunger fully extended.

Correct Answer is. The gauge plunger should be partly depressed and the needle zeroed.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

28.

Nickel alloy chisels should be sharpened.

Option A.

by filing.

Option B.on a grindstone.

Option C.on an oilstone.

Correct Answer is. on an oilstone.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

29.

What type of lubricant should be used when drilling aluminium?.

Option A.

Vegetable oil.

Option B.Paraffin.

Option C.None.

Correct Answer is. Paraffin.

Explanation.

Paraffin is the lubricant for aluminium.

Question Number.

30.

How are spring dividers sharpened?.

Option A.

By filing the outside of the points.

Option B.By stoning the outside of the points.

Option C.By grinding the inside of the points.

Correct Answer is. By stoning the outside of the points.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

31.

What would be the result of an insufficient clearance angle on a twist drill?.

Option A.

It would cut slowly, if at all.

Option B.It would produce an oversize hole.

Option C.It would tend to pull through the hole

Correct Answer is. It would cut slowly, if at all.

Explanation.

External website.   http://www.unionbutterfield.com/tech/drills/trouble_shooting.asp

Question Number.

33.

How much material should be allowed for reaming?.

Option A.

0.001 in.

Option B.0.003 in.

Option C.0.010 in.

Correct Answer is.

0.003 in.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Technician Textbook Page 9­19.

Question Number.

35.

You have reamed out a hole in a piece of titanium. How should you remove the reamer safely to prevent unnecessary damage?.

Option A.

Allow the reamer to pass right through the hole.

Option B.Remove it, but in the same rotation as if cutting.

Option C.Anti­clockwise.

Correct Answer is. Remove it, but in the same rotation as if cutting.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Technician Textbook Page 9­19.

Option A.

To ensure that their elastic limit is not exceeded.

Option B.To ensure they do not vibrate loose.

Option C.To ensure that they are tightened to their yield point.

Correct Answer is. To ensure that their elastic limit is not exceeded.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

37.

When using a reamer, in which direction should it be turned?.

Option A.

Anti­clockwise when Cutting and removing.

Option B.Clockwise when cutting and anti­clockwise when removing.

Option C.Clockwise when cutting and removing.

Correct Answer is. Clockwise when cutting and removing.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Technician Textbook Page 9­19.

Question Number.

38.

Draw filing produces.

Option A.

a course finish.

Option B.a fine finish.

Option C.a mottled finish.

Correct Answer is. a fine finish.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

39.

A safe edge of a file is used.

Option A.

against a finished surface.

Option B.to give a fine polished finish to a smooth surface.

Option C.against a rough unfinished surface.

Correct Answer is. against a finished surface.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

40.

What is the minimum number of hacksaw blade teeth that should be in contact with the material being cut?.

Option A.

2.

Option B.4.

Option C.3.

Correct Answer is.

3.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

41.

When reading a blueprint, a dimension is given as 4.387 inches + 0.005­0.002. Which statement is true?.

Option A.

The maximum acceptable size is 4.385 inches.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

42.

Chalk when used with a fine file produces.

Option A.

a finer finish.

Option B.a milled type surface.

Option C.a ground type surface.

Correct Answer is. a finer finish.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

43.

When using a hand file correctly, the downward pressure should be used only.

Option A.

on a return stroke.

Option B.on the forward stroke.

Option C.on the forward and return stroke.

Correct Answer is. on the forward stroke.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

44.

The size of the nibs of vernier calipers can be ascertained by.

Option A.

using the standard of 0.693 inches.

Option B.measuring the steel rule.

Option C.noting the dimension engraved on the instrument.

Correct Answer is. noting the dimension engraved on the instrument.

Explanation.

BL/3­4 3.5.

Question Number.

45.

A shaft dimension given as 1.225 inches +/­ 0.003 inches followed by ‘MMC’ should be manufactured to what size?.

Option A.

1.228 Inches.

Option B.1.222 Inches.

Option C.1.225 Inches.

Correct Answer is.

1.228 Inches.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­1 5.11.3.

Question Number.

46.

2 microns is.

Option A.

0.002 mm.

Option C.0.000 002 inch.

Correct Answer is.

0.002 mm.

Explanation.

1 micron = 0.001 mm.

Question Number.

47.

The edge or surface of a part from which dimensions are measured from is called the.

Option A.

water line.

Option B.reference plane.

Option C.datum.

Correct Answer is. datum.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­1 5.5.1.

Question Number.

48.

Water Lines are.

Option A.

front to rear measurements on the fuselage.

Option B.vertical measurements on the fuselage.

Option C.left and right measurements on the fuselage.

Correct Answer is. vertical measurements on the fuselage.

Explanation.

AL/7­2 fig 15.

Question Number.

49.

When clamping cable looms containing co­axial cables.

Option A.

distortion of the outer sheath is allowed providing the inner cable is not affected.

Option B.the clamps must be no more than 1 metre apart.

Option C.avoid distortion to the co­axial cable to maintain the dielectric constant.

Correct Answer is. avoid distortion to the co­axial cable to maintain the dielectric constant.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

50.

If a test or inspection instrument has no calibration data supplied by the manufacturer, you would use the calibration data provided by.

Option A.

the British Standards Quality Assurance documentation referring to calibration of instrumentation and test equipment.

Option B.CAAIP S.

Option C.the Maintenance Manual.

Correct Answer is. the British Standards Quality Assurance documentation referring to calibration of instrumentation and test equipment.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­14 2.2.

Correct Answer is.

To ensure they will perform within the required limits of operation.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­14 1.2.

Question Number.

52.

Who is responsible for ensuring that weight and balance instrumentation is serviceable before use?.

Option A.

An engineer holding a license in the instrument category.

Option B.The manufacturer of the equipment.

Option C.The person responsible for carrying out the weight and balance procedure.

Correct Answer is. The person responsible for carrying out the weight and balance procedure.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

53.

At which frequency is the calibration of frequently used crimping tools carried out?.

Option A.

Bi­annually.

Option B.Annually.

Option C.Every 1000 crimps.

Correct Answer is. Every 1000 crimps.

Explanation.

Or every 3 months, whichever comes first.

Question Number.

54.

When using the trepanning tool, the hole to be drilled should be.

Option A.

1/32 inch larger than the guide pin.

Option B.same diameter as the guide pin.

Option C.1/32 inch smaller than the guide pin.

Correct Answer is. same diameter as the guide pin.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

55.

When using a strip­board, the tracks on a PCB are etched.

Option A.

before component fitment.

Option B.after fitment but before soldering the components.

Option C.after fitment and soldering of components.

Correct Answer is. before component fitment.

Explanation.

MMC/1­1 7.

Question Number.

56.

A ‘light drive’ fit for a 3/8 inch diameter bolt has a maximum allowance of.

Option A.

0.005 inch.

Option B.0.0025 inch.

Option C.0.0006 inch.

Correct Answer is.

0.0006 inch.

Explanation.

AC43.13­1B Page 7­5 Para.7­39.

Question Number.

57.

The intervals for calibration of test equipment.

Option A.

are every year.

Option B.are different from one appliance to another.

Option C.are as specified in EASA Part­145.

Correct Answer is. are different from one appliance to another.

Explanation.

EASA Part­145 is not specific.

Question Number.

58.

What drill angle is used to drill titanium?.

Option A.

130­140 degrees.

Option B.105­120 degrees.

Option C.90­100 degrees.

Correct Answer is. 105­120 degrees.

Explanation.

BL/6­18 Para. 6.

Question Number.

59.

When tightening a nut on a bolt the torque loading applied is.

Option A.

inversely proportional to the force applied to the spanner.

Option B.the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular distance from the point of application to the centre of the bolt.

Option C.independent of whether the threads are wet or dry.

Correct Answer is.

the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular distance from the point of application to the centre of the bolt.

Explanation.

Torque = force * distance of force from centre of bolt.

Question Number.

60.

The UK standard of limits and fits is.

Option A.

BS4500.

Option B.BS8888.

Option C.BS308.

Correct Answer is. BS4500.

Explanation.

BS4500 is Limits and Fits.

Question Number.

61.

When using a Pacific tensiometer the correct tension is found by.

Option A.

reading dial, provided the correct riser is used for the cable diameter.

Option B.comparing reading to chart provided.

Option C.adding reading to riser number.

Correct Answer is. comparing reading to chart provided.

Explanation.

The Pacific Tensiometer is NOT a direct reading type. See Pacific Tensiometer instructions.

Question Number.

62.

What temperature should the heat gun be set for shrinking heat shrink sleeve?.

Option A.

At the rated temperature.

Option B.100°C below rated temperature.

Option C.100°C above rated temperature.

Correct Answer is. 100°C above rated temperature.

Explanation.

Rated temperature is the normal working temperature of the heat­shrink material. The shrink at approximately 100°C above that.

Question Number.

63.

Calibration of aircraft hydrostatic weighing equipment is.

Option A.

done once a year.

Option B.carried out every time before an aircraft is weighed and adjusted by operator.

Option C.not required.

Correct Answer is. done once a year.

Explanation.

Hydrostatic weighing equipment should be calibrated every year.

Question Number.

64.

When drilling light alloy.

Option A.

lard oil should be used.

Option B.use the specified lubricant.

Option C.no lubricant is required.

Correct Answer is. use the specified lubricant.

Explanation.

Since the question is not specific as to which light alloy is to be drilled, the ‘specified’ lubricant is used (even if the ‘specified’ lubricant is ‘nothing’).

Question Number.

65.

The picture shows a torque wrench with an extension. To apply a torque of 350 lb.in. the reading on the dial should be.

Question Number.

66.

Reaming light alloy tube is done with.

Option A.

no lubricant.

Option B.the same oil and lubrication as used for cutting.

Option C.hard base lubricant.

Correct Answer is. the same oil and lubrication as used for cutting.

Explanation.

Reaming is lubricated with the same fluid as cutting (drilling).

Question Number.

67.

Tolerance is the.

Option A.

the difference between a hole and shaft size.

Option B.allowable error due to faulty workmanship and tools.

Option C.difference between worn and new tools.

Correct Answer is. allowable error due to faulty workmanship and tools.

Explanation.

Tolerance is allowable error due to faulty workmanship and tools.

Question Number.

68.

What should be done if a tool is found not to be working to its calibrated requirements?.

Option A.

It should be removed from service, marked as unserviceable and sent away for overhaul.

Option B.It should be placed back into stores and kept in service until the next calibration is due.

Option C.A mechanic should adjust it to restore it to the correct operation.

Correct Answer is. It should be removed from service, marked as unserviceable and sent away for overhaul.

Explanation.

Tool should be removed from service, marked as unserviceable and sent away for overhaul.

Question Number.

69.

When carrying out soldering to an end termination and a wire, you should tin.

Option A.

only the end of the wire.

Option B.neither the wire or the termination as tinning is not required.

Option C.both the end of the wire and the termination.

Correct Answer is. both the end of the wire and the termination.

Explanation.

BL/6­1 13.2.

Explanation.

EL/3­3 Page 2 fig 1.

Question Number.

71.

How would you mark a defect on an exhaust system?.

Option A.

Pencil.

Option B.Chalk.

Option C.Special zinc/copper tipped marking tool.

Correct Answer is. Chalk.

Explanation.

AC43 Para. 8­49. Jeppesen Aircraft Gas Turbine Powerplants 5­31.

Question Number.

72.

Which of the following is the most appropriate filing technique?.

Option A.

Pressure backwards, relieve pressure forwards.

Option B.Even pressure forward and backwards.

Option C.Pressure forwards, relieve pressure backwards.

Correct Answer is. Pressure forwards, relieve pressure backwards.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Mechanics Handbook Page 537.

Question Number.

73.

Stubborn pins in file teeth should be removed by.

Option A.

tapping file gently on workbench.

Option B.using file card.

Option C.pricking out with sharp point.

Correct Answer is. pricking out with sharp point.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Mechanics Handbook Page 538.

Question Number.

74.

When using low tungsten hacksaw blades it is recommended to use.

Option A.

60 strokes per minute.

Option B.50 stroke per minute.

Option C.40 strokes per minute.

Correct Answer is.

50 stroke per minute.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Mechanics Handbook Page 535.

Question Number.

75.

Units of torque are.

Option A.

2

2

lbs/ft​and lbs/in​.

Question Number.

78.

When turning the handle on a megger with the probes kept apart.

Option A.

the needle stays at infinity.

Option B.the needle deflects to infinity.

Option C.the needle moves to zero.

Correct Answer is. the needle stays at infinity.

Explanation.

The needle of a Megger rests on infinity and is deflected to Zero.

03. Tools.

Question Number.

1.

How many strokes per minute should generally be used with a hacksaw?.

Option A.

60.

Option B.30.

Option C.55.

Correct Answer is.

55.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

2.

What type of drill would you use on carbon fibre?.

Option A.

Diamond tipped.

Explanation.

Airbus A340­600 SRM.

Question Number.

3.

A micro­shaver is used to.

Option A.

cut rivets to length prior to forming.

Option B.mill the rivet head after forming.

Option C.trim the shank diameter prior to forming.

Correct Answer is. mill the rivet head after forming.

Explanation.

A&P Technician Airframe Textbook 2­37 and 2­68.

Question Number.

4.

How many teeth per inch are there on a fine hacksaw blade?.

Option A.

64.

Option B.16.

Option C.32.

Correct Answer is.

32.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Technician General Textbook Page 13.

Question Number.

5.

What is the normal cutting angle of a drill?.

Option A.

59°.

Option B.130°.

Option C.12°.

Correct Answer is. 59°.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Technician General Textbook Page 15.

Question Number.

6.

When using a moving coil as an ammeter the greatest amount of current flows through the.

Option A.

bushes.

Option B.coil.

Option C.shunt.

Correct Answer is. shunt.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Technician General Textbook Page 3­89.

Correct Answer is.

add the nib measurements.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Textbook 9­39.

Question Number.

8.

To carry out an insulation test on a wire rated at 115 volts you would use.

Option A.

a 250 volt megger.

Option B.a 115 volt megger.

Option C.a 500 volt megger.

Correct Answer is. a 250 volt megger.

Explanation.

CAAIP S Leaflet 9­1, 4.4.2 As a rule of thumb, the megger should be twice the voltage of the system under test.

Question Number.

9.

The normal drill angles are.

Option A.

cutting angle 59°, web angle 130° and clearance angle 12°.

Option B.cutting angle 130°, web angle 59° and clearance angle 12°.

Option C.cutting angle 12°, web angle 130° and clearance angle 130°.

Correct Answer is. cutting angle 59°, web angle 130° and clearance angle 12°.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

10.

The abbreviation ‘A/F’ means.

Option A.

American Fine.

Option B.Across Flats.

Option C.Associated Fine.

Correct Answer is. Across Flats.

Explanation.

CAAIP S Leaflet 9­3 Pg.7.

Question Number.

11.

A rivet shaver is used to.

Option A.

mill the head flush.

Option B.mill the tail after cutting.

Option C.mill the tail after setting.

Correct Answer is. mill the head flush.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Textbook 2­68.

Question Number.

12.

A drill and wire gauge has holes numbered.

Option A.

10 to 60.

Option B.1 to 80.

Option C.1 to 50.

Correct Answer is.

1 to 80.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Textbook Fig.2­47.

Question Number.

13.

A 250 volt megger should not be used.

Option A.

on electronic equipment.

Option B.in fuel tanks.

Option C.on radio aerials.

Correct Answer is. on electronic equipment.

Explanation.

Leaflet 9­1 4.4.4.

Question Number.

14.

If the leads of a megger are held apart.

Option A.

the spring will return the needle to infinity.

Option B.the spring will return the needle to the zero stop.

Option C.if the handle was turned the meter would read infinity.

Correct Answer is.

if the handle was turned the meter would read infinity.

Explanation.

A megger has no spring.

Question Number.

15.

One megohm is equal to.

Option A.

1,000 ohms.

Option B.1,000,000 ohms.

Option C.100,000 ohms.

Correct Answer is.

1,000,000 ohms.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

16.

Reamers are used to.

Option A.

drill accurate holes.

Option B.to make holes oversize.

Option C.enlarge holes to accurate dimensions.

Correct Answer is. enlarge holes to accurate dimensions.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Textbook 9­19.

Question Number.

17.

The pitch of a hacksaw blade is.

Option A.

its length.

Option B.the number of teeth on the blade.

Option C.the number of teeth per inch.

Correct Answer is. the number of teeth per inch.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

18.

The web angle of a normal twist drill is.

Option A.

59°.

Option B.12°.

Option C.130°.

Correct Answer is. 130°.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Textbook 2­27.

Question Number.

19.

The leads of a bonding tester.

Option A.

are interchangeable, one 60 foot long having two prongs and a 6 foot one with a single prong.

Option B.have critical lengths and the resistance of the leads is accounted for.

Option C.are supplied in 60 foot and 6 foot lengths but can be varied due to wear.

Correct Answer is. have critical lengths and the resistance of the leads is accounted for.

Explanation.

CAIP S EEL/1­6 Para 3­11­2 & CAAIP S Leaflet 9.1 3.10.2(b).

Question Number.

20.

Expanding reamers are used to.

Option A.

ream holes of different diameters by adjusting the position of the blades.

Option B.ream tapered holes.

Option C.ream holes in metal that has been heated.

Correct Answer is. ream holes of different diameters by adjusting the position of the blades.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Technician General Textbook Page 9­19.

Question Number.

21.

The main scale on a 24/25 vernier caliper is divided into.

Option A.

inches, tenths and twentieths.

Option B.inches, tenths and fortieths.

Option C.inches, tenths and thousandths.

Correct Answer is. inches, tenths and fortieths.

Explanation.

CAIP S BL/3­4 2.

Question Number.

22.

The vernier height gauge uses the same principle as the.

Option A.

vernier caliper.

Option B.bevel protractor.

Option C.micrometer.

Correct Answer is. vernier caliper.

Explanation.

CAIP S BL/3­4 4.

Question Number.

23.

One revolution of the thimble of the English micrometer produces a linear movement of the spindle of.

Option A.

0.001 inch.

Option B.0.025 inch.

Option C.0.040 inch.

Correct Answer is.

0.025 inch.

Explanation.

CAIP S BL/3­5.

Question Number.

24.

The pitch of a metric micrometer screw thread is.

Option A.

0.02 mm.

Option B.1.0 mm.

Option C.0.5 mm.

Correct Answer is.

0.5 mm.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

25.

When torque loading, a wrench should be selected where the required value falls.

Option A.

at the top end of the range.

Option B.in the middle of the range.

Option C.at the bottom end of the range.

Correct Answer is. at the top end of the range.

Explanation.

CAIP S BL/6­30 4.5.1.

Question Number.

26.

The test equipment normally used to carry out a continuity test on an electrical cable is.

Option A.

a high tension circuit tester.

Option B.an ammeter.

Option C.a low reading ohmmeter.

Correct Answer is. a low reading ohmmeter.

Explanation.

CAIP EEL/1­6 4.2.1 & CAAIP S Leaflet 9­1 4.2.1.

Question Number.

27.

If all three prongs on a bonding tester were shorted together, the metre would read.

Option A.

FSD.

Option B.zero.

Option C.off­scale high.

Correct Answer is. zero.

Explanation.

CAIP EEL/1­6 3.10.2b.

Question Number.

28.

The pitch of the screw thread on an English micrometer is.

Option A.

0.0001 inches.

Option B.0.050 inches.

Option C.0.025 inches.

Correct Answer is.

0.025 inches.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Textbook 9­36.

Question Number.

29.

The vernier scale on an English caliper is divided into.

Option A.

50 equal divisions.

Option B.40 equal divisions.

Option C.25 equal divisions.

Correct Answer is.

25 equal divisions.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Textbook 9­36.

Question Number.

30.

The thimble of a metric micrometer is divided into.

Option A.

50 equal divisions.

Option B.40 equal divisions.

Option C.25 equal divisions.

Correct Answer is.

50 equal divisions.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

31.

The measuring capacity of a Vernier Caliper is.

Option A.

the length of the graduated scale less the length of the vernier scale.

Option A.

13.87 mm.

Option B.13.37 mm.

Option C.10.337 mm.

Correct Answer is.

13.37 mm.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

34.

A ketts saw is used because.

Option A.

it can cut thicker metal than is required by most repair schemes.

Option B.it is available both pneumatic and electric.

Option C.its low torque allows single handed use.

Correct Answer is. it can cut thicker metal than is required by most repair schemes.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Textbook. It describes it as electrical, with the advantage of being able to cut sheet to 3/16 inch thick. Care to be taken to prevent

blade from ‘grabbing and kicking back’.

Question Number.

35.

The gears used in a pistol windy are.

Option A.

gears in a gearbox.

Option B.gyrator type gears.

Option C.spur gears.

Correct Answer is. spur gears.

Explanation.

Sun and planet gear reduction, using spur gears.

Question Number.

36.

Cross cut files.

Option A.

cut on the backward stroke only.

Option B.cut in both directions.

Option C.cut on the forward stroke only.

Correct Answer is. cut on the forward stroke only.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

37.

The correct size spanner for use on a unified 5/16 in. threaded hexagon headed bolt is.

Option A.

5/16 in A/F.

Option B.1/2 in A/F.

Option C.1/4 in A/F.

Correct Answer is. 1/2 in A/F.

Explanation.

NIL.

Option A.

0.6 in.

Option B.1.2 in.

Option C.2.45 in.

Correct Answer is.

0.6 in.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

39.

What is used to measure the depth of a blend after a corrosion repair?.

Option A.

Dial Test Indicator.

Option B.Straight edge and slip gauges.

Option C.Vernier caliper.

Correct Answer is. Dial Test Indicator.

Explanation.

AL/7­14 Page 12. BL/4­20 Page 9.

Question Number.

42.

Centre punches are made of.

Option A.

high carbon steel with the tip hardened and tempered.

Option B.case hardened mild steel.

Option C.high carbon steel hardened and tempered.

Correct Answer is. high carbon steel hardened and tempered.

Explanation.

The whole centre punch is hardened and tempered.

Question Number.

43.

What type of flutes should be used in a reamer for cutting titanium?.

Option A.

Spiral flutes.

Explanation.

BL/6­18 7.1.

Question Number.

44.

The depth micrometer reading shown is.

Option A.

0.261 ins.

Option B.0.361 ins.

Option C.0.336 ins.

Correct Answer is.

0.261 ins.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

45.

What should be the included angle of a twist drill for soft metals?.

Option A.

118 degrees.

Option B.65 degrees.

Option C.90 degrees.

Correct Answer is.

90 degrees.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2­27.

Question Number.

46.

What should the point angle of a drill be if it is to be used for drilling titanium (drill size below 1/4 inch diameter)?

Option A.

90° to 105°.

Option B.105 to 120°.

Option C.90°.

Correct Answer is.

105 to 120°.

Explanation.

BL/6­18 6.

Question Number.

47.

How are pin punches classified?.

Option A.

By length and diameter of the small end.

Option B.By overall length and type.

Option C.By type and diameter of the small end.

Correct Answer is. By type and diameter of the small end.

Explanation.

How are spring dividers classified?.

Question Number.

48.

The length of the legs.

Option A.

The length of the legs.

Correct Answer is.

to trap any dirt that may be adhering to the surface of the marking off table.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

51.

An inside micrometers normal measurement range is.

Option A.

½ in. to 10in.

Option B.2in. to 10in.

Option C.2in. to 12in.

Correct Answer is. 2in. to 12in.

Explanation.

BL/3­5 para 3.2 under Note.

Question Number.

52.

What is the purpose of Target Points on a Vernier caliper?.

Option A.

To enable spring dividers to be accurately set.

Option B.To zero the caliper.

Option C.For scribing lines inside tubes.

Correct Answer is. To enable spring dividers to be accurately set.

Explanation.

BL/3­4 3.6.

Question Number.

53.

Die Nuts are used to.

Option A.

form internal threads.

Correct Answer is.

clean up damaged threads.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

54.

A Dial Test Indicator may be used for.

Option A.

checking a round bar for bow.

Option B.checking dimensions to within 0.125”.

Option C.checking any known depth.

Correct Answer is. checking a round bar for bow.

Explanation.

EL/3­3 fig 1.

Question Number.

55.

Which cut of a file should be used on mild steel?.

Option A.

Single cut.

Option B.Double cut.

Option C.Second cut.

Correct Answer is. Double cut.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

56.

Which of the following statements is correct?.

Option A.

To cut thin mild steel plate use a coarse blade.

Option B.To cut an aluminium block use a fine hacksaw blade.

Option C.To cut thin sheet metal use a fine blade.

Correct Answer is. To cut thin sheet metal use a fine blade.

Explanation.

AC65­9A Chapt 12­Metal Cutting Tools.

Question Number.

57.

A power meter indicates that a circuit has a power of 4 kW. Separate readings of the voltage and current are 400 V and 20 A respectively. The Power

factor is.

Option A.

2.

Option B. ½.

Option C.20.

Correct Answer is. ½.

Explanation.

PF = TP/AP TP = 4,000 AP = 20 * 400 = 8000 4000/8000 = 1/2.

Question Number.

60.

A 3 ½ bit multimeter will indicate readings up­to.

Option A.

9999.

Option B.999 ½.

Option C.1999.

Correct Answer is.

1999.

Explanation.

A&P General Textbook CH3­109 PG 167 Para 2A, and Eismin Aircraft Electricity and Electronics 5th edition P171.

Question Number.

61.

The resolution a bevel protractor can be read to is.

Option A.

50′ minutes.

Option B.5′ minutes.

Option C.1 º.

Correct Answer is. 5′ minutes.

Explanation.

BL/3­4 5.2.

Question Number.

62.

If an English micrometer is showing 4 main divisions, 3 sub­divisions and the 25th thimble division was in line, what would the reading be?.

Option A.

0.475 in.

Option B.0.175 in.

Option C.0.555 in.

Correct Answer is.

0.475 in.

Explanation.

BL/3­5 Para 2.3, 4.1.2.

Question Number.

63.

An open circuit on an ohmmeter would be indicated by a reading of.

Option A.

infinite resistance.

Correct Answer is.

infinite resistance.

Explanation.

Eismin Aircraft Electricity and Electronics P165/166.

Question Number.

64.

The leads of an ohmmeter should be replaced if their resistance is greater than.

Option A.

0.5 ohms.

Option B.1 ohm.

Option C.0.05 ohms.

Correct Answer is.

1 ohm.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

65.

Torque loading is determined by multiplying the tangent force applied at the free end of the spanner.

Option A.

by the dia. of the bolt and the distance of its point of application.

Option B.by the distance moved by the point of application.

Option C.by its distance of application from the axis of the bolt.

Correct Answer is. by its distance of application from the axis of the bolt.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­11 pg 3 para 4.2.

Question Number.

66.

Which electrical measuring device needs a power source?.

Option A.

A voltmeter.

Option B.An ohmmeter.

Option C.An ammeter.

Correct Answer is. An ohmmeter.

Explanation.

Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 165.

Question Number.

67.

When measuring voltage or current with a digital multimeter, the indication is.

Option A.

Average values.

Option B.peak values.

Option C.RMS values.

Correct Answer is. RMS values.

Explanation.

A&P General Textbook Page 3­94. DMMs are ‘Average­Responding’ meaning they read RMS if AC.

Question Number.

68.

On a multimeter, what colour lead is connected to the Common socket?.

Option A.

Green.

Option B.Red.

Option C.Black.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Technician Textbook Page 3­94 fig 3­201 and fig 3­202.

Question Number.

69.

The Vernier scale of a Bevel Protractor is shown below. What is the reading?.

Option A.

38º 45’minutes.

Option B.86º 15’minutes.

Option C.63º 15’ minutes.

Correct Answer is. 63º 15’ minutes.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

70.

Three point micrometers are for measuring.

Option A.

internal dimensions.

Option B.external dimensions.

Option C.linear dimensions.

Correct Answer is. internal dimensions.

Explanation.

BL/3­5 3.4.

Question Number.

71.

When is a coarse hacksaw blade used?.

Option A.

When cutting material of thick cross section.

Option B.When cutting ferrous metals only.

Option C.When cutting material of thin cross section.

Correct Answer is. When cutting material of thick cross section.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P General Technician Textbook Page 9­13.

Question Number.

72.

A voltage drop across a component is measured by placing the meter in.

Option A.

parallel with the component.

Option B.series with he component.

Option C.series with the power source.

Correct Answer is. parallel with the component.

Explanation.

Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 164 and CAAIP S Leaflet 9­1, 4.3.

Question Number.

73.

Which of the following reamers would you use in a hole having a keyway?.

Option A.

Expanding reamer.

Option B.Spiral fluted reamer.

Option C.Parallel reamer.

Correct Answer is. Spiral fluted reamer.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

75.

What should be the included angle of a twist drill for hard metal?.

Option A.

90 degrees.

Option B.100 degrees.

Option C.118 degrees.

Correct Answer is.

118 degrees.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2­27.

Question Number.

76.

The threads per inch on the spindle of an English micrometer are.

Option A.

40 t.p.i.

Option B.50 t.p.i.

Option C.25 t.p.i.

Correct Answer is.

40 t.p.i.

Explanation.

BL/3­5 4.1.

Question Number.

77.

The spring loaded ratchet attached to the spindle of a standard external micrometer produces.

Option A.

a pre­set feel during use.

Option B.a means for controlling thread binding.

Option C.a smooth free run during use.

Correct Answer is. a pre­set feel during use.

Explanation.

BL/3­5 2.2.

Question Number.

78.

The purpose of the land on a twist drill is to.

Option A.

to allow clearance for swarf.

Option B.reduce friction.

Option C.present the cutting edge at the required angle.

Correct Answer is. reduce friction.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A&P Airframe Technician Textbook Page 2­27.

Question Number.

79.

The name given to the moving scale on the Vernier caliper is.

Option A.

the main scale.

Option B.the vernier scale.

Option C.the cursor.

Correct Answer is. the vernier scale.

Explanation.

BL/3­4 fig 2 (although the whole moving frame ­ which has the scale ­ is called the cursor).

Question Number.

80.

What is the reading of the Vernier caliper scale in inches shown below?.

Option A.

0.1816.

Option B.1.816.

Option C.1.8016.

Correct Answer is.

1.816.

Explanation.

BL/3­4 2.5 and fig 1.

Question Number.

81.

What does the cut of a file refer to?.

Option A.

Arrangement of the teeth.

Option B.Number of teeth per inch.

Option C.Grade.

Correct Answer is. Arrangement of the teeth.

Explanation.

A&P Technician Airframe Textbook Page 220.

Option A.

a set of three taps is used.

Option B.a set of two taps is used.

Option C.a single tap is used.

Correct Answer is. a set of three taps is used.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

90.

On a torque wrench the torque loading is.

Option A.

the tangential application of the force divided by the perpendicular distance to the centre of the bolt.

Option B.the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular distance to the centre of the bolt.

Option C.the tangential application of the force plus the perpendicular distance to the centre of the bolt.

Correct Answer is. the tangential application of the force times the perpendicular distance to the centre of the bolt.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­11 pg 3 para 4.2.

Question Number.

91.

Surface Plates are used.

Option A.

for marking out work and testing flat surfaces.

Option B.for filing flat surfaces.

Option C.only on surface tables.

Correct Answer is. for marking out work and testing flat surfaces.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

92.

The main scale of a Metric Vernier Caliper is calibrated in.

Option A.

millimetres.

Option B.micro­meters.

Option C.millimetres and half millimetres.

Correct Answer is. millimetres and half millimetres.

Explanation.

BL/3­4 2.5.1

Question Number.

93.

For a drill to cut properly it is essential that the point angle be the same on each side, for general use the angle is.

Option A.

12°.

Option B.130°.

Option C.59°.

Correct Answer is. 59°.

Explanation.

Jeppesen A & P Technician Airframe page 2­27.

Question Number.

94.

The pitch of a hacksaw blade is.

Option A.

the number of teeth per inch.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

95.

When using a bench grinding machine the wheel rotates.

Option A.

from the top down towards the work piece.

Option B.either direction as selected on starting the machine.

Option C.from the bottom upwards past the work piece.

Correct Answer is. from the top down towards the work piece.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

96.

The thimble of an English micrometer is divided into.

Option A.

50 equal divisions.

Option B.40 equal divisions.

Option C.25 equal divisions.

Correct Answer is.

25 equal divisions.

Explanation.

BL/3­5 fig 1.

Question Number.

97.

The reading on the inch micrometer scale shown is.

Option A.

0.483 ins.

Option B.0.488 ins.

Option C.4.758 ins.

Correct Answer is.

0.483 ins.

Explanation.

BL/3­5.

Question Number.

98.

The vernier height gauge uses the same principle as.

Option A.

the vernier caliper.

Option B.the micrometer.

Option C.the bevel protractor.

Correct Answer is. the vernier caliper.

Explanation.

BL/3­4 4.

Question Number.

99.

The pitch of the screw thread on an English micrometer is.

Option A.

0.050 in.

Option B.0.001 in.

Option C.0.025 in.

Correct Answer is.

0.025 in.

Explanation.

BL/3­5 4.1.

Question Number.

100.

An avometer can measure alternating current because it has a.

Option A.

moving coil.

Option B.bridge rectifier circuit.

Option C.moving iron.

Correct Answer is. bridge rectifier circuit.

Explanation.

Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 113 and 167 read together.

Question Number.

101.

Taper reamers are classified by.

Option A.

a type number (1 to 10).

Option B.the diameter of the small end.

Option C.the diameter of the large end.

Correct Answer is. a type number (1 to 10).

Explanation.

Taper reamers are classified by a type number 1­ 10.

Question Number.

102.

A crimped electrical connection is suspected to be high resistance. How would you verify this without disconnecting the circuit?.

Option A.

Measure the millivolt drop across the connection with a millivolt meter.

Option B.Measure the resistance with an ohmmeter.

Option C.Measure the resistance with a 250 volt megger.

Correct Answer is. Measure the millivolt drop across the connection with a millivolt meter.

Explanation.

EEL/1­6 4.3.

Question Number.

103.

How would you measure continuity of a coaxial cable?.

Option A.

With a safety ohmmeter.

Option B.With a reflectometer.

Option C.With a 250 volt megger.

Correct Answer is. With a reflectometer.

Explanation.

Other versions of this question say Time Domain Reflectometer, or Time Delay Reflectometer.

Question Number.

104.

On a long coaxial cable how would you check for discontinuities and shorts in situ?.

Option A.

Continuity tester.

Correct Answer is.

Time Domain Reflectometer.

Explanation.

A TDR will find damaged bits of long coax runs. One version of this question says Time ‘Delay’ Reflectometer ­ which means the same thing.

Question Number.

105.

If the leads of a bonding tester are damaged, what is the procedure?.

Option A.

The damaged leads and the tester should be returned to the manufacturer for repair and calibration.

Option B.Provided that the damage is situated close to the end of the leads the cable may be shortened.

Option C.A new lead may be manufactured using the correct current rated cable.

Correct Answer is. The damaged leads and the tester should be returned to the manufacturer for repair and calibration.

Explanation.

Leaflet 9­1 3.1.1. & EEL/1­6 Para 3.11.2.

Question Number.

106.

When carrying out a continuity test on a circuit when a known resistance exists, what instrument would you use?.

Option A.

A lamp and battery.

Option B.A high resistance insulation tester.

Option C.A multimeter.

Correct Answer is. A multimeter.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

107.

Taper pins are classified by.

Option A.

length and diameter of large end.

Option B.length and diameter of small end.

Option C.length and taper.

Correct Answer is. length and diameter of small end.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­5 11. BL/6­13 11.

Question Number.

108.

Live AC circuits are to be checked for open circuits by the use of.

Option A.

multimeter set to AC volts.

Option B.ammeter set to amps.

Option C.ohmmeter set to megohms.

Correct Answer is. multimeter set to AC volts.

Explanation.

A voltmeter would be used because it does not require the breaking of the circuit.

Question Number.

109.

A multiplier resistance is used to extend the working range of the.

Option A.

ammeter.

Explanation.

Multipliers are used with voltmeters. A&P Airframe Technician Textbook.

Question Number.

110.

On twist drill chart, small drills have.

Option A.

smallest numbers.

Option B.largest numbers.

Option C.their sizes in fractions, in inches.

Correct Answer is. largest numbers.

Explanation.

Numbered drill go from 80 (0.0135 inches ­ smallest) to 1 (0.228 inches ­ largest) and are then lettered.

Question Number.

111.

The Sine Bar is used to.

Option A.

check accuracy of slip gauges.

Option B.produce angles using slip gauges.

Option C.by itself to calculate angles.

Correct Answer is. produce angles using slip gauges.

Explanation.

Workshop Technology Part 2 WAJ Chapman Pg.57.

Question Number.

112.

On a vernier micrometer, what will three turns of the barrel represent?.

Option A.

0.075 inch.

Option B.0.100 inch.

Option C.0.050 inch.

Correct Answer is.

0.075 inch.

Explanation.

One full turn of a vernier micrometer thimble is 0.025 inch.

Question Number.

113.

How does a windy drill get its power?

Option A.

Spur gears.

Option B.Impeller.

Option C.Bevel gears.

Correct Answer is. Impeller.

Explanation.

Windy drills have an impeller to derive power from the air pressure.

Question Number.

114.

How are taper reamers classified?.

Option A.

Length, diameter of large end, and diameter of small end.

Option B.Taper and diameter of small end.

Option C.Length and diameter of large end.

Correct Answer is. Length and diameter of large end.

Explanation.

Taper reamers are normally classified by a number 1­10, but if not, by diameter of large end.

Question Number.

115.

An AC voltmeter reads.

Option A.

peak value.

Option B.peak to peak value.

Option C.average value.

Correct Answer is. average value.

Explanation.

An AC voltmeter (known as Average Responding) measures RMS.

Question Number.

116.

A hydrometer is used to.

Option A.

check battery electrolyte specific gravity.

Option B.check battery electrolyte density.

Option C.take humidity reading.

Correct Answer is. check battery electrolyte specific gravity.

Explanation.

Specific gravity is the density relative to water at 4 degrees C.

Question Number.

117.

A pyrometer is a.

Option A.

thermometer for use at high temperature.

Option B.pyramid shaped altimeter.

Option C.foam/granule fire extinguisher.

Correct Answer is. thermometer for use at high temperature.

Explanation.

A pyrometer measures high temperature.

Question Number.

118.

A hygrometer is used to.

Option A.

check battery electrolyte relative density.

Option B.take humidity reading.

Option C.check battery electrolyte specific gravity.

Correct Answer is. take humidity reading.

Explanation.

A hygrometer measures humidity.

Question Number.

120.

To measure AC with a moving coil, it.

Option A.

can be directly connected.

Option B.is rectified and measures peak value.

Option C.is rectified and measures average value.

Correct Answer is. is rectified and measures average value.

Explanation.

Also known as a D’Arsonval meter. See Jeppesen A&P General Textbook Section 3. Note that the word ‘Average’ is incorrect because the meter reads RMS,

Question Number.

121.

What is a countersink tool used for?.

Option A.

To prevent damage to pipework in a blind hole.

Option B.To adjust the depth of a countersink.

Option C.To adjust the angle of a countersink.

Correct Answer is. To adjust the depth of a countersink.

Explanation.

The countersink tool is to cut and adjust depths of the countersink.

Question Number.

122.

PIDG crimp tools are marked by.

Option A.

wire crimp size on tool only.

Option B.coloured handles and wire crimp size on tool.

Option C.coloured handles only.

Correct Answer is. coloured handles and wire crimp size on tool.

Explanation.

Leaflet 9­3 fig 2. Handles are red, blue or yellow and the AWG is stamped on the jaws.

Question Number.

123.

When measuring a square waveform with a multimeter, what voltage does it display?.

Option A.

Less than RMS value.

Option B.More than RMS value.

Option C.Equal to RMS value.

Correct Answer is. Equal to RMS value.

Explanation.

A multimeter measures RMS of whatever waveform it is measuring.

Question Number.

124.

If an ammeter reads 0 ­ 1mA FSD, what would you be required to do to enable it to read 10mA FSD?.

Option A.

Place a 5.8 ohm resistor as a shunt in parallel with the meter.

Option B.Place a 9.9 ohm resistor across the coils.

Option C.Place a 9 ohm resistor in series with the meter.

Correct Answer is. Place a 5.8 ohm resistor as a shunt in parallel with the meter.

Explanation.

No calculation necessary (nor possible, with information given). A shunt is used with an ammeter to bypass unwanted current.

Question Number.

125.

The internal resistance of a voltmeter is.

Option A.

no more than 0.05 ohms.

Option B.low.

Option C.high.

Correct Answer is. high.

Explanation.

Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 164.

Question Number.

126.

The internal resistance of an ammeter is.

Option A.

low.

Option B.1 ohm.

Option C.high.

Correct Answer is. low.

Explanation.

Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 162.

Question Number.

127.

A drill bit of 0.250 inch would be.

Option A.

7/32 and letter G.

Option B.8/32 and letter E.

Option C.6/32 and letter F.

Correct Answer is. 8/32 and letter E.

Explanation.

See a drill chart.

Question Number.

128.

Needle grease points are used on.

Option A.

items with gland seals.

Option B.small pivoted joints.

Option C.large pivoted joints.

Correct Answer is. small pivoted joints.

Explanation.

Needle grease points are flush grease nipples which require a pointed adapter on the grease gun.

Question Number.

129.

A flat chisel being used for aluminium should have a point angle of.

Option A.

65 degrees.

Option B.30 degrees.

Option C.55 degrees.

Correct Answer is.

30 degrees.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

130.

A mill file can be used for.

Option A.

corners less than 60 degrees.

Option B.saw sharpening.

Option C.general purpose.

Correct Answer is. saw sharpening.

Explanation.

External document. http://www.rockler.com/tech/12369.pdf

Question Number.

131.

A rawhide mallet is.

Option A.

available with copper inserts.

Option B.less expensive than bossing mallet.

Option C.used for giving softer blows than boxwood mallet.

Correct Answer is. used for giving softer blows than boxwood mallet.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

132.

Tension files.

Option A.

can be used to cut in one direction only.

Option B.clog easily.

Option C.can cut in either direction.

Correct Answer is. can cut in either direction.

Explanation.

Also known as an ABRAFILE.

Question Number.

133.

The scale on an ohmmeter is.

Option A.

cramped at high resistance.

Option B.linear.

Option C.cramped at low resistance.

Correct Answer is. cramped at high resistance.

Explanation.

Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 169 photo, fig 8­26.

Question Number.

134.

Three revolutions of a 40 T.P.l. micrometer will show.

Option A.

0.03 inch.

Option B.0.075 inch.

Option C.0.003 inch.

Correct Answer is.

0.075 inch.

Explanation.

0.025 inch * 3 = 0.075.

Question Number.

135.

To carry out a continuity test you would use.

Option A.

ammeter.

Option B.an HT circuit tester.

Option C.a low reading ohmmeter.

Correct Answer is. a low reading ohmmeter.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

136.

What is the resolution of a standard DTI?.

Option A.

0.020 mm.

Option B.0.050 mm.

Option C.0.010 mm.

Correct Answer is.

0.010 mm.

Explanation.

Some modern DTIs can do 1/10th of that.

Question Number.

137.

In a moving coil meter the deflecting force is provided by.

Option A.

a soft iron permanent magnet.

Option B.a current carrying coil pivoted in a permanent magnet field.

Option C.hairsprings which move the pointer towards full scale.

Correct Answer is. a current carrying coil pivoted in a permanent magnet field.

Explanation.

Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 159.

Question Number.

138.

The force acting on a meter which returns the pointer to zero is called the.

Option A.

turning force.

Option B.deflecting force.

Option C.controlling force.

Correct Answer is. controlling force.

Explanation.

NIL.

Option A.

high so that little current passes through it.

Option B.low to prevent overloading the circuit.

Option C.low to provide a parallel path for the circuit current.

Correct Answer is. high so that little current passes through it.

Explanation.

Aircraft Electricity and Electronics. Eismin 5th Edition page 164.

Question Number.

4.

Circuit tests on aircraft should be carried out in the following order:

Option A.

bonding, continuity, insulation, functional.

Option B.continuity, bonding, functional, insulation.

Option C.functional, bonding, continuity, insulation.

Correct Answer is. bonding, continuity, insulation, functional.

Explanation.

Code to remember, B C I F.

Question Number.

5.

Before using a dead weight tester you would.

Option A.

calibrate the tester using a standard weight.

Option B.pressurize the tester to the required pressure.

Option C.replace the oil.

Correct Answer is. pressurize the tester to the required pressure.

Explanation.

The dead weight tester is first pumped up to the required pressure (platform/weights floating) then gauge under test is connected.

Question Number.

6.

How should a dead weight tester be used?.

Option A.

The pressure increasing handle should be screwed in before the addition of fluid and screwed out when fluid is added.

Option B.The outlet should not be connected to the instrument until the required weights are raised by the platform.

Option C.The platform should be removed and fluid poured into the hole.

Correct Answer is. The outlet should not be connected to the instrument until the required weights are raised by the platform.

Explanation.

Handle is wound in until the weights are floating, then the outlet pressure is slowly released to the gauge under test.

Question Number.

9.

Before using a bonding tester, the 6 foot lead has the two prongs shorted together with a piece of metal. What would the indicator read?.

Option A.

Full scale left.

Option B.Full scale right.

Option C.Zero at the centre.

Correct Answer is. Full scale right.

Explanation.

Leaflet 9­1 3.10.2 a Infinity is full scale to the right.

Question Number.

10.

When using a megger to test insulation resistance, capacitive filters should be disconnected for what reason?.

Option A.

Remove the risk of damage to the megger.

Option B.Remove the spurious readings caused by the capacitors charging and discharging.

Option C.Prevent damage to the filters.

Correct Answer is. Prevent damage to the filters.

Explanation.

Leaflet 9­1 4.4.4 e AandP Mechanics General Handbook Pg 351.

Question Number.

11.

When carrying out a serviceability check on a bonding tester ­ short together the three prongs of both probes and ensure which of the following?.

Option A.

The meter reads 0.1 ohm.

Option B.A zero reading.

Option C.A full scale reading is obtained.

Correct Answer is. A zero reading.

Explanation.

Leaflet 9­1 3.10.2 (b).

Question Number.

12.

If an insulation resistance tester is operated and the leads are suspended in free air, what will the meter read?.

Option A.

Zero.

Question Number.

13.

When using a digital meter to test a diode, a correct operation of the diode is indicated by a volt drop of.

Option A.

0.3V to 0.7V.

Option B.2.5V to 2.8V.

Option C.1.5V to 2V.

Correct Answer is.

0.3V to 0.7V.

Explanation.

Forward voltage drop of a diode is 0.2V (germanium) or 0.6V (silicon).

Option A.

1.25 psi.

Option B.20 psi.

Option C.200 psi.

Correct Answer is.

20 psi.

Explanation.

Pressure = Force / Area = 5/0.25 = 20 PSI.

Question Number.

16.

When testing a fuel metering unit, how is it checked?.

Option A.

With the meter in series with the unit.

Option B.With the unit disconnected.

Option C.With the meter in parallel with the unit.

Correct Answer is. With the meter in series with the unit.

Explanation.

A fuel metering unit is checked with the fuel meter in series with the meter under test. No reference found.

Question Number.

17.

When using a bonding tester.

Option A.

ensure prongs penetrate anodised layer.

Option B.ensure prongs do not penetrate anodising layer.

Option C.an anodised component cannot be tested.

Correct Answer is. ensure prongs penetrate anodised layer.

Explanation.

Leaflet 9­1 Para.3.10.6.

Question Number.

18.

On a static leak tester, pressure is released by.

Option A.

an internal balance valve in the tester.

Option B.slowly opening the release knob for 3 minutes.

Option C.a bleed valve in the tester.

Correct Answer is. slowly opening the release knob for 3 minutes.

Explanation.

The pressure in the pitot/static leak tester must be released slowly.

Question Number.

19.

A fuel calibration test set when used to check an aircraft with half a fuel load is connected.

Option A.

to gauge with fuel level in parallel.

Option B.to gauge with fuel level capacitance.

Option C.to gauge with fuel level in series.

Correct Answer is. to gauge with fuel level in series.

Explanation.

The test set is connected in series with the fuel level conditioner.

Question Number.

20.

A capacitive fuel contents system should be tested with.

Option A.

a ratiometer.

Option B.a Wheatstone bridge.

Option C.a decade box.

Correct Answer is. a Wheatstone bridge.

Explanation.

By elimination.

Question Number.

21.

Continuity of a fibreoptic cable is tested with a.

Option A.

light source and optometer.

Option B.multimeter.

Option C.calibrated light generator and opto­power meter.

Correct Answer is. calibrated light generator and opto­power meter.

Explanation.

External website.   http://www.tpub.com/neets/tm/109­13.htm

Question Number.

22.

When using transistorized test equipment, what should the output be?.

Option A.

Not affected by impedance.

Option B.High impedance.

Option C.Low impedance.

Correct Answer is. Low impedance.

Explanation.

Transistorised equipment generally has a high input impedance and a low output impedance.

Question Number.

23.

To read the transponder coding from an aircraft’s transponder you.

Option A.

use the code signal and a chart to determine the signal.

Option B.use a ATC600 test set.

Option C.use the output on the flight deck.

Correct Answer is. use a ATC600 test set.

Explanation.

Jeppesen Aircraft Radio Systems ­ Powell Page 136/7.

Question Number.

27.

On a VOR/ILS test set the ‘Tone Delete’ function.

Option A.

functionally checks that the glideslope pointer moves down­scale.

Option B.functionally checks that the glideslope failure flag operates.

Option C.functionally checks that the glideslope pointer moves up­scale.

Correct Answer is. functionally checks that the glideslope failure flag operates.

Explanation.

The Tone Delete tests the flag.

05. Engineering Drawings, Diagrams and Standards.

Question Number.

1.

What is third angle projection?.

Option A.

each view represents the side of the object furthest from the adjacent view.

Option B.each view represents the side of the object nearest to it in the adjacent view.

Option C.each view is at an angle of 30 degrees to the plane of projection.

Question Number.

2.

This drawing indicates.

Option A.

a countersunk hole.

Option B.a blind tapped hole.

Option C.a counterbored hole.

Correct Answer is. a blind tapped hole.

Explanation.

CAAIP S Leaflet 2­1 Table 3.

Question Number.

3.

The width of a visible outline on a drawing is.

Option A.

0.3 mm.

Option B.0.7 mm.

Option C.0.5 mm.

Correct Answer is.

0.7 mm.

Explanation.

CAAIP S Leaflet 2­1 5.2.

Question Number.

5.

Design drawings of aircraft components are produced by organizations approved by.

Option A.

SBAC.

Option B.British Standards Institute.

Option C.CAA in accordance with the BCARs.

Correct Answer is. CAA in accordance with the BCARs.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

6.

This symbol found on an engineering drawing would mean.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­1 5.6.

Question Number.

7.

Which pictorial projection shows one face in true elevation and line of depth normally draw at 30° or 45° to the horizontal?.

Option A.

Oblique.

Option B.Perspective.

Option C.Isometric.

Correct Answer is. Oblique.

Explanation.

NIL.

Question Number.

8.

If a design amendment is made on a drawing.

Option A.

a new issue number and date must be allocated to the drawing.

Option B.the old issue number is retained, with the amendment date added.

Option C.no change in issue number or date is necessary.

Correct Answer is. a new issue number and date must be allocated to the drawing.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­1 4.2.

Question Number.

9.

The British Standard for Engineering Drawings is.

Option A.

BS 308.

Option B.BS 306.

Option C.BS 307.

Correct Answer is. BS 308.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­1 1.3.

Question Number.

10.

P.C.D. is an abbreviation for.

Option A.

Pitch Circle Diameter.

Option B.Pitch Cord Diameter.

Option C.Precision Circle Dimension.

Correct Answer is. Pitch Circle Diameter.

Explanation.

Leaflet 2­1 table 3.

Option A.