#1
What is the purpose of camber in vehicle alignment?
To control steering response
To ensure even tire wear
To adjust the vehicle's height
To stabilize the vehicle during cornering
#2
What is the term used to describe the angle between the centerline of the tire and a vertical line when viewed from the front?
Camber
Toe
Caster
Ackermann angle
#3
What does the term 'bump steer' refer to in vehicle steering?
A sudden increase in steering effort
A condition where the vehicle pulls to one side
An undesirable change in toe angle during suspension compression or rebound
A component failure in the steering linkage
#4
What is the term used to describe the angle between the steering axis and vertical when viewed from the side of the vehicle?
Camber
Toe
Caster
Ackermann angle
#5
Which alignment adjustment affects the stability of the vehicle at high speeds?
Camber
Toe
Caster
Thrust angle
#6
Which component is responsible for converting steering wheel input into motion?
Tie rod
Steering column
Power steering pump
Steering rack
#7
What is the purpose of toe-in and toe-out in vehicle alignment?
To improve fuel efficiency
To adjust camber angle
To prevent tire wear
To enhance steering stability
#8
Which steering system provides variable assistance based on vehicle speed and steering wheel input?
Recirculating ball steering
Rack and pinion steering
Power steering
Manual steering
#9
What is the term for the tendency of a vehicle to steer towards the direction of a wheel that has lost traction?
Understeer
Oversteer
Torque steer
Pull
#10
Which alignment adjustment affects how parallel the wheels are to each other when viewed from the top?
Camber
Toe
Caster
Thrust angle
#11
What is the purpose of the tie rod ends in the steering system?
To transfer power from the steering wheel to the wheels
To adjust camber angle
To connect the steering wheel to the steering column
To transmit steering motion from the steering rack to the steering knuckles
#12
What effect does positive caster have on steering?
Increases steering effort
Improves straight-line stability
Reduces tire wear
Enhances cornering performance
#13
What is the purpose of the steering stabilizer or dampener?
To reduce vibration in the steering wheel
To increase steering responsiveness
To adjust camber angle
To enhance steering feel
#14
Which type of steering system uses a hydraulic cylinder and piston arrangement to multiply steering force?
Power steering
Manual steering
Rack and pinion steering
Recirculating ball steering
#15
What effect does excessive positive camber have on tire wear?
Uneven wear on the outer edges
Uneven wear on the inner edges
Even wear across the tread
No effect on tire wear
#16
What does the term 'steering ratio' refer to in vehicle steering?
The ratio of wheel diameter to tire diameter
The ratio of steering wheel movement to wheel movement
The ratio of engine power to steering effort
The ratio of vehicle speed to steering sensitivity
#17
Which type of suspension system provides the best compromise between ride comfort and handling?
Independent rear suspension
MacPherson strut suspension
Double wishbone suspension
Multi-link suspension