PICAT / ASVAB Exam Study Guide with Solutions 2024

Impedance - Resistance in an AC tranformer circuit Trite - (adj.) commonplace; overused, stale Discern - to perceive or recognize Eschew - to avoid, shun, keep away from Abate - (v.) to make less in amount, degree, etc.; to subside, become less; to nullify; to deduct, omit Rotor - Part of a conventional distributor Armature - The rotating part of an electrical generator. Extol - to praise highly Dominion - Control; rule; area of influence Transistor - A small electronic device used in a circuit as an amplifier or switch. Dulcet - harmonic; melodic Hauteur - arrogance Augment - to make larger, increase, enhance Chasm - a deep, gaping hole; a gorge Coil - Part of the ignition system that amplifies the electrical voltage Apply hydraulic pressure to wheel cylinder - The function of the master cylinder Diaphanous - lightweight and transparent The catalytic converter - part of a vehicle's Emission Control System that converts harmful gases into less harmful gases and water Contentious - quarrelsome Avarice - greed, cupidity Dwell Meter - Used to measure an automobile engine's fuel pressure Torque wrench - Used to tighten engine components such as manifolds and cylinder heads Allotment - a share, or portion, of something that is assigned or given Equity - fairness