Take Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraiser Practice Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

Which item is most likely to need replacement after a crash?

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ATire✓BWindshield✓CBumper✓DHeadlight✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

In a MacPherson strut, what component is mainly used to support the strut?

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AStrut towers✓BLower control arm✓CCoil spring✓DSway bar✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

What is the primary function of a camshaft in an engine?

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AMoves the crankshafts✓BOperates the valves✓CDrives the serpentine belt✓DControls fuel injection✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

What component found on power braking systems uses the engine to create a vacuum, allowing the driver to depress the brake pedal with less pressure?

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AMaster cylinder✓BHydraulic cylinder✓CPower booster✓DPinion gear✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

What type of engine features 6 cylinders arranged in two angled rows?

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AIn-line 4✓BIn-line 6✓CV-8✓DV-6✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

What happens when an appraiser violates appraisal regulations?

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ATheir license may be put on probation✓BThey may face a fine or community service✓CTheir license can be revoked✓DThey may have to retake the licensing exam✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

What is the purpose of a serpentine belt?

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AConnects the battery to the starter✓BDrives multiple devices in an engine✓CControls the air conditioning system✓DStabilizes the engine's movement✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

According to Act 361, how many business days are allowed to inspect a vehicle?

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A3 days✓B5 days✓C6 days✓D10 days✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Which of the following is NOT acceptable for completing a total loss evaluation?

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AInsurance replacement cost✓BMarket analysis✓CKelly Blue Book✓DProfessional appraisal services✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

A loss resulting from hitting an animal is typically covered under which type of insurance?

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ALiability coverage✓BComprehensive coverage✓CCollision coverage✓DPersonal Liability coverage✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

What type of suspension is characterized by an i-beam shaped bar used solely in trucks?

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ALeaf spring suspension✓BI-Beam suspension✓CMacPherson suspension✓DSLA suspension✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which scenario represents an additional interest in a policy?

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AThe insured individual✓BThe lienholder✓CThe appraiser✓DThe mechanic✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Major panels are defined by their refinish times being:

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ALess than 30 minutes✓BMore than 1 hour after removing overlap✓CBetween 30 minutes to 1 hour✓D1 hour or less✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Which one of the following is NOT part of the auto's charging system?

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AIgnition coil✓BVoltage regulator✓CBattery✓DAlternator✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

What component forms the base of the car?

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AFirewall✓BRocker panel✓CCowl✓DFloor pan✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

What component runs underneath the doors between the front and rear fenders on the left and right sides of the vehicle?

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AFirewall✓BCowl✓CFloor pan✓DRocker panel✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

What is the primary role of an adjuster?

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ATo repair vehicles after damage✓BTo appraise motor vehicle physical damage✓CTo sell insurance policies✓DTo assist in accident investigations✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Which of the following statements about an appraiser’s license application is true?

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AYou can only have experience in Pennsylvania✓BYou must provide three references✓CYou can reside in any state as long as you meet experience requirements✓DYou must submit a written test qualification✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When can an appraiser take photographs of a damaged vehicle in a repair shop?

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AOnce the customer has approved the repair prices✓BAfter they have inspected the vehicle upon initial appointment✓CAfter leaving a legible copy of the appraisal and reaching an agreed price✓DWhenever they feel it is necessary for documentation✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Which tool is used to measure to the knuckle in vehicle suspension?

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ATape measure✓BCaliper✓CSquare/straight edge✓DProtractor✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

Slots, holes, dimples and other dents built into unibody panels to protect the vehicle from collision energy are called?

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AUnirails✓BCrush zones✓CTorque boxes✓DEnergy absorbers✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

The outer rocker panel is NOT welded to which of the following components?

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AInner rocker panel✓BFloor pan✓CRoof outer panel✓DQuarter panel assembly✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

What component transfers battery power to the starter?

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AAlternator✓BBattery✓CSolenoid✓DIgnition✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

What is the function of the tie rod in a suspension system?

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AProvides support for the suspension✓BConnects the steering system to the wheels✓CControls the camber of the tire✓DAbsorbs shocks from the road✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Which component is vital for the functioning of anti-lock brakes during hard braking?

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ABrake fluid✓BWheel speed sensors✓CMaster cylinder✓DBrake pedal✓