ASVAB Shop Information Practice Test 781131 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.23
Score 0% 65%

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1

The __________ is an initial shallow saw cut made as a guide to prevent the saw from slipping sideways on subsequent more powerful cuts.

49% Answer Correctly

channel

guide

groove

kerf


Solution

When you start sawing by creating a kerf it will help prevent the saw from slipping sideways when you begin the power strokes that do most of the cutting.


2

You're constructing a cabinet in your workshop and one of the cabinet doors is slightly too big. Which of the following tools would you use to make it fit?

63% Answer Correctly

plane

drill

chisel

file


Solution

In wooodworking, a plane is used to shave off a small amount of material to smooth a surface or make it fit properly. A jack plane is a general purpose plane that contains an adjustable depth blade set at an angle with a handle and knob to allow gripping when sliding the plane across wood.


3

These tools are called:

88% Answer Correctly

planes

files

chisels

rasps


Solution

Wood chisels are used to shape or smooth wood surfaces. They come in a variety of widths and can be used with hand power or tapped with a mallet when deeper cuts need to be made.


4

Which type of screwdriver has a straight slot in the top?

71% Answer Correctly

phillips

slotted

nut driver

hex


Solution

Screwdrivers come in many different handle, shaft, and tip configurations for use in a wide variety of applications. Screwdrivers are classified by their tip which is shaped to fit a corresponding screw head. Common tips are slotted (flat) and Phillips (x-shaped).


5

You are using a hacksaw to cut a Class 8 bolt. What is the most appropriate TPI for your saw blade?

49% Answer Correctly

8 TPI

10 TPI

18 TPI

2 TPI


Solution

A Class 8 bolt is made of very hard metal and larger TPI saw blades are most appropriate for very hard metals.