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Petroleum, coal, and wood are similar in that: - They are all forms of stored energy found in nature A british thermal unit (btu) is defined as which of the following - The amount of energy required to raise 1 pound of water 1 degree F Fluid effort is measured on a gauge that is calibrated in which of the following units - Pounds per square inch (PSI) Energy is defined as which of the following - THe ability to do work Approximately 95% of America's energy comes from wich four sources? - Coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy What is the most important reason the automobile is so predominant in our society? - Convenience to the passenger Which of the following statements is/are true about the need for transportation - BOTH B & C; transportation meets specific human needs. transportation generally improves the quality of life A shaft in mechanical power, a wire in electrical power, and a hose in fluid power are similar in what way - They all carry power What should you do when using a volt-ohmmeter (VOM) to read direct current (DC) voltage? - Always start on the highest DC range