9.1 - Purpose
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of the vehicle chassis?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the backbone of the car.
Name two types of vehicle frames.
💡 Hint: One is traditional, and the other is a modern design.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does the chassis of a vehicle primarily support?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the backbone of the vehicle.
True or False: The differential allows for the same wheel speed regardless of turning.
💡 Hint: Think about how a car turns around corners.
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Design a basic outline for an automobile body considering safety and performance. What materials would you choose and why?
💡 Hint: Think about balancing weight, strength, and cost in your design.
Analyze the differences in performance between a vehicle with a traditional ladder frame and one with a unibody construction. Which, in your opinion, would perform better under collision conditions and why?
💡 Hint: Consider how energy is absorbed during a collision when making your analysis.
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