PA APPRAISERS LICENSE EXAM 3 SCRIPT 2026
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY SHEET FULL
PRACTICE SET
◉ Unibody Components.
Answer: Components that make up a unibody construction.
◉ Appraisal Requirements.
Answer: A license number must be on an appraisal.
◉ Two-Wheel Alignment.
Answer: Required for a photo of a Buick sedan with a rear fixed axle.
◉ Engine Types.
Answer: V and inline are the two most common types of engines.
◉ Vehicle Body Types.
Answer: Conventional full frame and unibody/unitized construction
are the two types of vehicle bodies.
,◉ PCV.
Answer: Stands for Positive Crankshaft Ventilation.
◉ Unibody Frame Zones.
Answer: Crush zones are on a unibody frame.
◉ PCV Valve Function.
Answer: It is a passage for gases to escape in a controlled manner
from the crankcase.
◉ C Pillar.
Answer: Also known as the Lock Pillar.
◉ A Pillar.
Answer: Also known as the Hinge Pillar.
◉ A Pillar Connections.
Answer: Connects to the front door hinges, windshield, cowl, and the
front corner of the roof.
◉ B Pillar.
Answer: Also known as the Center Pillar.
, ◉ 2-Door Car Pillars.
Answer: A 2-door car has A & C pillars.
◉ 4-Door Car Pillars.
Answer: A 4-door car has A, B, & C pillars.
◉ Camshaft Sensor.
Answer: Device that starts the spark plug firing sequence.
◉ Solenoid Valve.
Answer: Part of a car that switches a large electrical current to the
starter motor.
◉ MacPherson Strut.
Answer: Front suspension system in newer vehicles with a single
control arm, pros, and cons.
◉ Refinishing Flares.
Answer: Flares come in the color they are made in, so they don't
need to be refinished.
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY SHEET FULL
PRACTICE SET
◉ Unibody Components.
Answer: Components that make up a unibody construction.
◉ Appraisal Requirements.
Answer: A license number must be on an appraisal.
◉ Two-Wheel Alignment.
Answer: Required for a photo of a Buick sedan with a rear fixed axle.
◉ Engine Types.
Answer: V and inline are the two most common types of engines.
◉ Vehicle Body Types.
Answer: Conventional full frame and unibody/unitized construction
are the two types of vehicle bodies.
,◉ PCV.
Answer: Stands for Positive Crankshaft Ventilation.
◉ Unibody Frame Zones.
Answer: Crush zones are on a unibody frame.
◉ PCV Valve Function.
Answer: It is a passage for gases to escape in a controlled manner
from the crankcase.
◉ C Pillar.
Answer: Also known as the Lock Pillar.
◉ A Pillar.
Answer: Also known as the Hinge Pillar.
◉ A Pillar Connections.
Answer: Connects to the front door hinges, windshield, cowl, and the
front corner of the roof.
◉ B Pillar.
Answer: Also known as the Center Pillar.
, ◉ 2-Door Car Pillars.
Answer: A 2-door car has A & C pillars.
◉ 4-Door Car Pillars.
Answer: A 4-door car has A, B, & C pillars.
◉ Camshaft Sensor.
Answer: Device that starts the spark plug firing sequence.
◉ Solenoid Valve.
Answer: Part of a car that switches a large electrical current to the
starter motor.
◉ MacPherson Strut.
Answer: Front suspension system in newer vehicles with a single
control arm, pros, and cons.
◉ Refinishing Flares.
Answer: Flares come in the color they are made in, so they don't
need to be refinished.
