Two technicians are discussing how to test a car's exhaust by holding a small piece of paper within an inch of the tailpipe mouth. Technician A says that if the paper is vibrating due to a "puffing" output from the tailpipe, this signals a smoothly running engine. Technician B says that if the paper is being drawn toward the tailpipe, this could indicate burned exhaust valves. Who is correct?

A. Technician B

B. Both Technicians A and B

C. Technician A

D. Neither Technicians A or B

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Paula Holden

9 December, 15:12

Two technicians are discussing how to test a car's exhaust by holding a small piece of paper within an inch of the tailpipe mouth. Technician A says that if the paper is vibrating due to a "puffing" output from the tailpipe, this signals a smoothly running engine. Technician B says that if the paper is being drawn toward the tailpipe, this could indicate burned exhaust valves. Who is correct?

A. Technician B

B. Both Technicians A and B

C. Technician A

D. Neither Technicians A or B

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Jabari Reynolds · Answer 1

C. Technician A

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