1.
True or False. A tire valve is a specially designed opening that allows a tire to be inflated and then automatically closes to prevent air from escaping.
2.
During cornering, centrifugal force acts on a vehicle to produce:
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
3.
True or False. A tire with an A temperature rating has the best temperature resistance.
4.
True or False. Over inflation of a tire causes excessive wear on the outer edges of the tread.
5.
True or False. Tires and wheels must be balanced statically and dynamically.
6.
True or False. When checking air pressure, always refer to the tire sidewall, because this is the most accurate air pressure reading.
7.
True or False. When a radial tire bulges on the sidewall, this means that the tire is underinflated all the time.
8.
True or False. The DOT number on a tire tells the technician the exact date the tire was made, to the minute.
9.
Technician A says that paying attention to tires and wheels can also assist in identifying problems in the steering system. Technician B says that paying attention to tires and wheels can also assist in identifying problems in the suspension system. Who is correct?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
10.
The height of the center of gravity is determined by the ___________ of the center of the mass above the road surface.
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
11.
The _________ seat is the edge of the rim that creates a seal between the tire bead and the wheel.
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
12.
The tire must be an exact fit on the rim to:
A. 
Ensure the tire and rim will seal the air in a tubeless tire.
B. 
Transfer forces between the tire and wheel without slipping or chafing.
C. 
Prevent the tire from turning on the rim.
D. 
13.
There are three different wheel offsets: zero offset, positive offset, and negative offset. Technician A says that negative offset places the hub mounting closer to the brake side of the wheel. Technician B says that negative offset is farther away from the brake side of the wheel. Who is correct?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
14.
Technician A says that all lug nuts must be torqued. Technician B says that all lug nuts must be properly sequenced. Who is correct?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
15.
The principle that allows your car to stop is:
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
16.
The part of the tire that makes contact with the road is the:
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
17.
A green valve stem cap on newer tires means that the tires are:
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
18.
Technician A says that 98% of the tires sold are of the radial design. Technician B says that 98% of the tires sold are of the bias ply design. Who is correct?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
19.
The aspect ratio of a tire is:
A. 
B. 
C. 
How much air to inflate the tire to.
D. 
Ratio of height to width.
20.
Technician A says some tire pressure monitoring systems have a sensor mounted in each wheel rim. Technician B says some tire pressure monitoring systems use the wheel speed sensors in the ABS system to detect tire pressure. Who is correct?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
21.
Technician A says run-flat tires may be driven continually at zero inflation pressure. Technician B says some run-flat tires have sidewall reinforcements. Who is correct?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
22.
When inspecting tires on the car, you would check for all of the following EXCEPT:
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
23.
Technician A says that tire pressures need to be checked when cold. Technician B says that tire pressures need to be checked before they are driven less than 1 mile. Who is correct?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
24.
Tires can be balanced by the __________ method.
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
25.
Technician A says that a tire will increase or decrease 1 psi for each 10°F of temperature. Technician B says that if the vehicle has been driven to warm the tires, you must adjust the air pressure down to the manufacturer's recommended pressure. Who is correct?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D.