This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: In order to test the accuracy of a speedometer, the vehicle is driven on the interstate so the ... (Read 51 times)

corkyiscool3328

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 539
on: Jun 23, 2018
In order to test the accuracy of a speedometer, the vehicle is driven on the interstate so the speedometer reports a constant speed of 60 MPH. A passenger measures the time it takes to travel between mile markers, and finds it takes 63 seconds to travel one mile. The current speedometer gear has 20 teeth. Should it be replaced? If so, how many teeth should a new gear have?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The 2.73:1 differential in a sports car is replaced with a 3.55:1 differential. The old speedometer gear has 27 teeth. How many teeth should a replacement gear have to account for the speedometer error created by this differential change?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

chjcharjto14

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 342
Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Yes, 21 teeth

Answer to Question 2

35 teeth


corkyiscool3328

  • Member
  • Posts: 539
Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
:D TYSM

Jsherida

  • Member
  • Posts: 314
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The Romans did not use numerals to indicate fractions but instead used words to indicate parts of a whole.

Did you know?

In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.

Did you know?

Amoebae are the simplest type of protozoans, and are characterized by a feeding and dividing trophozoite stage that moves by temporary extensions called pseudopodia or false feet.

Did you know?

Liver spots have nothing whatsoever to do with the liver. They are a type of freckles commonly seen in older adults who have been out in the sun without sufficient sunscreen.

Did you know?

More than 20 million Americans cite use of marijuana within the past 30 days, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). More than 8 million admit to using it almost every day.

The Allen Test: Pallor is initiated by compressing the radial and ulnar arteries with the fist clenc The Allen Test: Pallor is initiated by compressing the radial and ulnar arteries with the fist clenc
These illustrations show Ellen Craft, a slave with and without a disguise. She dressed “as a disting These illustrations show Ellen Craft, a slave with and without a disguise. She dressed “as a disting
If necessary, connect a battery charger to the battery before starting the compression test. It is ... If necessary, connect a battery charger to the battery before starting the compression test. It is ...
A vehicle being tested during an enhanced emissions test. A vehicle being tested during an enhanced emissions test.
Student Test Scores versus GDP per Capita Student Test Scores versus GDP per Capita
Correlations between scores on a psychology test and number of boiled kumquats eaten per month Correlations between scores on a psychology test and number of boiled kumquats eaten per month
Video: Renal Failure

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library