Question

chapter 1 careers in automotive technology

1. technician a says that only a certain few people will find jobs in the automotive industry. technician b says that the automotive industry offers numerous career choices. who is correct?

a. technician a
b. technician b
c. both a and b
d. neither a nor b

1. technician a says that a technician can specialize in different areas based on his or her interest and ability. technician b says that most specialty shops, such as transmission shops, primarily work on only one manufacturers vehicles. who is correct?

a. technician a
b. technician b
c. both a and b
d. neither a nor b

1. technician a says that the shop foreman is the first point of contact for customers. technician b says that the service consultant typically reports directly to the business owner. who is correct?

a. technician a
b. technician b
c. both a and b
d. neither a nor b

1. technician a says that dealership technicians generally have access to manufacturers training courses. technician b says that an independent shop works on a wide variety of vehicles that requires a broad skill level in technicians. who is correct?

a. technician a
b. technician b
c. both a and b
d. neither a nor b

1. technician a says that epa section 609 certification is required for all technicians. technician b says that having ase certifications can make it easier to get a job. who is correct?

a. technician a
b. technician b
c. both a and b
d. neither a nor b

1. technician a says that franchises are connected to a larger parent organization. technician b says that independent shops usually work on vehicles that are still in warranty. who is correct?

a. technician a
b. technician b
c. both a and b
d. neither a nor b

1. technician a says that a technician can progress to different jobs within the industry. technician b says that careers in the automotive industry include parts manager. who is correct?

a. technician a
b. technician b
c. both a and b
d. neither a nor b

Explanation:

1. The automotive industry has a wide - range of career opportunities, so Technician B is correct.
2. Technicians can specialize based on interest and ability, and specialty shops often focus on one manufacturer's vehicles. So both are correct.
3. The service consultant is usually the first point of contact for customers, and may or may not report directly to the business owner. So neither is correct.
4. Dealership technicians often have access to manufacturer training, and independent shops work on various vehicles requiring broad skills. So both are correct.
5. EPA Section 609 certification is not required for all technicians, but ASE certifications can enhance job - getting chances. So Technician B is correct.
6. Franchises are part of a larger parent organization, and independent shops usually don't focus on in - warranty vehicles. So Technician A is correct.
7. Technicians can progress to different jobs in the industry, and parts manager is a career in the automotive industry. So both are correct.

Answer:

1. b. Technician B
2. c. Both A and B
3. d. Neither A nor B
4. c. Both A and B
5. b. Technician B
6. a. Technician A
7. c. Both A and B