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How is the heat generated by the brakes dissipated?
How is the heat generated by the brakes dissipated?
- Dissipated by the air temperature
- Dissipated by the speed of the vehicle
- Dissipated by the cooling system of the vehicle
- Absorbed by the drums and dissipated into the atmosphere (correct)
What effect could poorly adjusted brake shoes have on the remaining sets?
What effect could poorly adjusted brake shoes have on the remaining sets?
- There would be no noticeable effect on the remaining sets of brake shoes
- They would increase their share of braking, possibly causing overheating (correct)
- The brakes will automatically equalize themselves
- The braking efficiency of the remaining sets would increase
If 40 p.s.i. is exerted against a diaphragm of 30 square inches in area, what is the total force that could be exerted?
If 40 p.s.i. is exerted against a diaphragm of 30 square inches in area, what is the total force that could be exerted?
- 1200 p.s.i.
- 1200 kPa
- 1200 kmh
- 1200 lbs (correct)
What must the driver do when a low pressure warning system activates?
What must the driver do when a low pressure warning system activates?
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How often should the reservoirs be drained?
How often should the reservoirs be drained?
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