PA Appraisers License Exam Questions with Correct Answers
(Grade A+)
Question 1: Diamond Condition
Answer: Fixed by pulling the damage for length; a length condition.
Question 2: Unibody Vehicle Measurement
Answer: Left front rail 111mm from spec in width indicates sway to the right and in toward centerline.
Question 3: Collision Damage
Answer: Opposite end of center section down in height indicates twist condition.
Question 4: Frame Assembly Diagnosis
Answer: Higher left side frame rail indicates sway condition.
Question 5: Metal Fillers
Answer: Contain different ingredients providing special properties; fiberglass offers more moisture
resistance.
Question 6: HSLA
Answer: High Strength Low Alloy.
Question 7: Floor Pan Replacement
Answer: Use overlap joint to join new pan to existing floor.
Question 8: Acoustical Foam Repair
Answer: Must be replaced when removed during repair.
Question 9: Three-Dimensional Measuring System Setup
Answer: Should be set up on an undamaged area, starting in the center section.
Question 10: Plastic Black Box
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, Answer: Vapor Canister located in the rear of the car.
Question 11: Wheel Grinding or Squeaking
Answer: Sign of bad bearings.
Question 12: Insurance Commissioner Responsibility
Answer: Responsible for everything except endorsing an insurance company.
Question 13: Ball Joint Diagnosis
Answer: Measure fixed points from knuckle to rotor to determine if it's bad.
Question 14: Window Regulator
Answer: Device that makes the windows go up and down.
Question 15: Urethane Paint
Answer: Better than acrylic, extremely durable, resists chipping, and easier to apply.
Question 16: Salvage Rights
Answer: The insurer has the first right to salvage.
Question 17: Unibody Components
Answer: Components that make up a unibody construction.
Question 18: Appraisal Requirements
Answer: A license number must be on an appraisal.
Question 19: Two-Wheel Alignment
Answer: Required for a photo of a Buick sedan with a rear fixed axle.
Question 20: Engine Types
Answer: V and inline are the two most common types of engines.
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(Grade A+)
Question 1: Diamond Condition
Answer: Fixed by pulling the damage for length; a length condition.
Question 2: Unibody Vehicle Measurement
Answer: Left front rail 111mm from spec in width indicates sway to the right and in toward centerline.
Question 3: Collision Damage
Answer: Opposite end of center section down in height indicates twist condition.
Question 4: Frame Assembly Diagnosis
Answer: Higher left side frame rail indicates sway condition.
Question 5: Metal Fillers
Answer: Contain different ingredients providing special properties; fiberglass offers more moisture
resistance.
Question 6: HSLA
Answer: High Strength Low Alloy.
Question 7: Floor Pan Replacement
Answer: Use overlap joint to join new pan to existing floor.
Question 8: Acoustical Foam Repair
Answer: Must be replaced when removed during repair.
Question 9: Three-Dimensional Measuring System Setup
Answer: Should be set up on an undamaged area, starting in the center section.
Question 10: Plastic Black Box
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, Answer: Vapor Canister located in the rear of the car.
Question 11: Wheel Grinding or Squeaking
Answer: Sign of bad bearings.
Question 12: Insurance Commissioner Responsibility
Answer: Responsible for everything except endorsing an insurance company.
Question 13: Ball Joint Diagnosis
Answer: Measure fixed points from knuckle to rotor to determine if it's bad.
Question 14: Window Regulator
Answer: Device that makes the windows go up and down.
Question 15: Urethane Paint
Answer: Better than acrylic, extremely durable, resists chipping, and easier to apply.
Question 16: Salvage Rights
Answer: The insurer has the first right to salvage.
Question 17: Unibody Components
Answer: Components that make up a unibody construction.
Question 18: Appraisal Requirements
Answer: A license number must be on an appraisal.
Question 19: Two-Wheel Alignment
Answer: Required for a photo of a Buick sedan with a rear fixed axle.
Question 20: Engine Types
Answer: V and inline are the two most common types of engines.
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