Asked by Emily Faith on May 05, 2024
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Technician A says directional tires will have markings on the sidewall to indicate how the tire must be mounted to the vehicle.Technician B says tire tread patterns may be symmetric or asymmetric.Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) both A and B
D) neither A nor B
Directional Tires
A tire whose tread pattern requires it to be used to rotate mainly in one direction, meaning that right- and left-side tires are not interchangeable.
Symmetrical
Characterized by or exhibiting symmetry; where a structure has a balanced and proportionate arrangement on either side of a dividing line or plane.
Asymmetrical
Having parts that do not mirror each other or are not symmetrical, an attribute often found in design, layout, or certain components.
- Identify the various kinds and designs of tire treads along with their uses.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the various kinds and designs of tire treads along with their uses.
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