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Study Guide Answers

1.     The most common problems seen in cars involve electrical problems in the cars' _________________.
     computers
2.     A __________________ can hook up to a car's computer to tell the mechanic what kind of problem the car has.
     scanner
3.     A(n) _______________________________ controls the entire car.
     computer
4.     What's going on when "the engine is missing"?
     The spark plugs are not firing properly.
5.     Where and when was the first automobile built? How was it powered?
     France/ 1770/ by steam
6.     About how long does it take a mechanic to acquire all of the tools that are needed?
     seven years
7.     What can a "mechanically-inclined" person do well?
     take things apart and put them back together again
8.     In order to become a good mechanic, you have to have a basic understanding of ________________, _______________________skills, and _____________________ ability.
     math/ reading/ mechanical
9.     What is the first stage of all auto repairs?
     diagnosis
10.     Cars are so complicated today, that a mechanic often has to do extensive reading about a particular car's system before attempting to do repairs. True or false?
     true
11.     "Maintenance" refers to the ________________________ of a car.
     upkeep
12.     Most of an auto mechanic's education comes from attending _________________________, or through a(n) _________________________________ .
     technical school/ apprenticeship
13.     Mechanics must be certified. True or false?
     true
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