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Chapter 12: Fluid Power


	1.	The three basic systems used to transmit and control power are

		a.	liquid, gas, and fluid.
		b.	hydraulic, pneumatic, and fluid.
		c.	mechanical, electrical, and fluid.
		d.	solids, liquids, and gases.


	2.	The states of matter that have a definite volume are

		a.	solids and fluids.
		b.	solids and liquids.
		c.	solids and gases.
		d.	solids, liquids, and gases.


	3.	An essential factor in all fluid power systems is the

		a.	pressure.
		b.	compressor or pump.
		c.	motor.
		d.	all of the above.


	4.	The component that supplies fluid under pressure to the system is the

		a.	control valve.
		b.	flow regulator.
		c.	compressor pump.
		d.	actuator.


	5.	Hydraulic systems include a

		a.	compressor and a reservoir.
		b.	compressor and receiver.
		c.	pump and a reservoir.
		d.	pump and a receiver.


	6.	Pneumatic systems include a

		a.	compressor and a reservoir.
		b.	compressor and a receiver.
		c.	pump and a reservoir.
		d.	pump and a receiver.


	7.	The parts that open and close passages to direct the fluid to the proper location in the system are the

		a.	flow regulators.
		b.	transmission lines.
		c.	actuators.
		d.	control valves.


	8.	Pressure is calculated using the formula

		a.	Pressure = Area ÷ Force.
		b.	Pressure = Force ÷ Area.
		c.	Pressure = Area × Force.
		d.	both a and c.


	9.	The type of system best suited for tasks requiring strength and accuracy is

		a.	hydraulic.
		b.	pneumatic.
		c.	double-acting.
		d.	reciprocating.


	10.	In manufacturing, pneumatic devices are used to

		a.	perform tasks such as painting.
		b.	operate aircraft landing gear.
		c.	operate heavy construction equipment.
		d.	both a and b.