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Solve for a:
2a + 2 < 8 - 8a
To solve this equation, repeatedly do the same thing to both sides of the equation until the variable is isolated on one side of the < sign and the answer on the other.
2a + 2 < 8 - 8a
2a < 8 - 8a - 2
2a + 8a < 8 - 2
10a < 6
a < \( \frac{6}{10} \)
a < \(\frac{3}{5}\)
What is the function of the head gasket?
to seal the engine block from the cylinders
A head gasket is a gasket that sits between the engine block and cylinder heads to seal the cylinders to ensure maximum compression and avoid leakage of coolant or engine oil into the cylinders.
Solve for y:
-5y - 3 = \( \frac{y}{-3} \)
To solve this equation, repeatedly do the same thing to both sides of the equation until the variable is isolated on one side of the equal sign and the answer on the other.
-5y - 3 = \( \frac{y}{-3} \)
-3 x (-5y - 3) = y
(-3 x -5y) + (-3 x -3) = y
15y + 9 = y
15y + 9 - y = 0
15y - y = -9
14y = -9
y = \( \frac{-9}{14} \)
y = -\(\frac{9}{14}\)
Blood is circulated throughout the body via:
arterioles
The aorta is the body's largest artery and receives blood from the pulmonary vein via the left ventricle. From there, blood is circulated through the rest of the body through smaller arteries called arterioles that branch out from the heart. Finally, blood is delivered to bodily tissues through capillaries.
The mechanical advantage (MA) of a block and tackle pulley is equal to the number of times the effort force changes direction. An easy way to count how many times the effort force changes direction is to count the number of ropes that support the resistance which, in this problem, is 8. With a MA of 8, a 190 lbs. effort force could lift 190 lbs. x 8 = 1520 lbs. resistance.
Connected gears of different numbers of teeth are used together to change which of the following charasteristics of the input force?
torque
Connected gears of different numbers of teeth are used together to change the rotational speed and torque of the input force. If the smaller gear drives the larger gear, the speed of rotation will be reduced and the torque will increase. If the larger gear drives the smaller gear, the speed of rotation will increase and the torque will be reduced.
Which of the following nuts prevent loosening via nylon in their threads?
lock
Wrenches are used with threaded fasteners like bolts and nuts. A bolt has external threads while a nut has internal threads and this thread pattern combination allows them to lock together and act as fasteners. Nuts come in a variety of configurations including wing nuts which provide appendages that allow tightening and loosening by hand, slotted nuts that use a cotter pin to lock the nut in place and prevent it from loosening, and lock nuts that also prevent loosening via nylon in their threads. Threads are identified by pitch which is the number of threads per inch.
A cylinders acts as a guide for a:
piston
Cylinders act as a guide for the pistons that translate the heat energy of combustion into the mechanical energy necessary to move a vehicle. Piston rings seal the piston to the cylinder to contain combustion gases and also regulate the oil distribution between the piston and cylinder wall. A cylinder head closes in the top of the cylinder forming the combustion chamber which is sealed by a head gasket (head). The head provides space for air and fuel intake valves, exhaust valves, and mounts for spark plugs and fuel injectors.