Airplane Instruments and Systems Quiz # 3

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1.	Which condition would cause the altimeter to indicate a lower altitude than true altitude?

	A. Air temperature lower than standard.
	B. Atmospheric pressure lower than standard.
	C. Air temperature warmer than standard.

2.	If it is necessary to set the altimeter from 29.15 to 29.85, what change occurs?

	A. 70-foot increase in indicated altitude.
	B.70-foot increase in density altitude.
	C. 700-foot increase in indicated altitude.

3.	Which condition is most favorable to the development of carburetor icing?

	A. Any temperature below freezing and a relative humidity of less than 50 percent
	B. Temperature between 32 and 50 degrees F and low humidity.
	C. Temperature between 20 and 70 degrees F and high humidity.

4.	Which operation would be described as preventive maintenance?

	A. Servicing landing gear wheel bearings.
	B. Alteration of main seat support brackets.
	C. Engine adjustments to allow automotive gas to be used.

5.	During flight, when are the indications of a magnetic compass accurate?

	A. Only in straight-and-level unaccelerated flight.
	B. As long as the airspeed is constant.
	C. During turns if the bank does not exceed 18 degrees.

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