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PA Appraiser’s Training Flashcards

1
Q

Which one of these people does an appraiser NOT have to show their license to upon request?

A

Private investigator

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2
Q

The sound deadening layer that is sometimes attached to the inner hood panel is called?

A

Insulator pad

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3
Q

What part of the tire keeps it on the rim?

A

Bead

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4
Q

Any individual who fails the written or oral exam (appraisal), is not eligible to retake the exam for how long?

A

30 days

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5
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What component helps control the level of pollutants the car releases into the atmosphere?

A

EGR valve

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6
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Which one of the following answer choices lists two components of a bumper’s substructure that provides collision protection?

A

Reinforcement and energy absorbers

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7
Q

Every appraiser shall inspect a vehicle within how many business days of assignment, unless extraordinary circumstances render this impossible?

A

6 days

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8
Q

All of the following are components of a sealed beam headlamp assembly EXCEPT?

A

Pillar

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9
Q

When supplemental damage is found on the vehicle or the amount of damages is in dispute, every appraiser shall reinspect the vehicle ___________?

A

Promptly

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10
Q

The cowl, quarter panels, pillars, rocker panels, and roof are all a part of an auto’s ______________?

A

Body

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11
Q

What component transforms the rotary motion of the crankshaft into up-and-down motion, thus causing the intake and exhaust valves to open and close?

A

Camshaft

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12
Q

Licenses expire annually at midnight on _______________, following the date of issuance?

A

June 30th

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13
Q

On a disc brake system, the center part that contains the cooling fins is called what?

A

Rotor

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14
Q

Any person who violates any provisions of the act is guilty of a ___________?

A

Misdemeanor

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15
Q

Revoked or suspended licenses must be submitted to the _____________?

A

Insurance Commissioner

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16
Q

In order for an insurance applicant to apply for a policy, they must have what?

A

Insurable interest

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17
Q

What are the optional lights found below the front headlights?

A

Fog lights

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18
Q

What part of the policy is designed to avoid small payments for items that happen frequently?

A

Deductible

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19
Q

The outer rocker panel is welded to each of the following components EXCEPT?

A

Roof outer panel

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20
Q

The thin horizontal baffles that separate the tubes within the radiator core are called?

A

Fins

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21
Q

Which one of these methods is NOT approved under the Appraiser’s Act in regards to valuing a vehicle?

A

Blue Book Method

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22
Q

What component helps channel air to the radiator and protects it from road debris?

A

Grille

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23
Q

Which exhaust system component carries exhaust from the exhaust manifold to the catalytic converter?

A

Exhaust Pipe

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24
Q

Which one of the following is NOT included in a typical anti-lock braking system?

A

Bead

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25
Q

All of the following would be excluded under the ISO policy EXCEPT?

A

Fire

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26
Q

A copy of the total loss evaluation report must be sent to the customer within ________ working days of the appraisal?

A

5

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27
Q

What kind of auto glass is quickly heated and cooled?

A

B. Tempered

28
Q

What component forms the base of the car?

A

Floor pan

29
Q

If the NI dies, coverage is provided until the end of the ___________?

A

Policy period

30
Q

What is the daily maximum allowance offered under a personal damage policy for loss of use?

A

$20/day

31
Q

Which one of the following answer choices lists the three components that make up the front end sheet metal of an auto?

A

Grille, hood, and fenders

32
Q

Which one of the following components is not part of the fuel system?

A

Exhaust manifold

33
Q

Who has to sign a copy of the appraisal?

A

Appraiser

34
Q

What connects the piston to the crankshaft?

A

Connecting rod

35
Q

Which component in the heating system allows heated coolant mixture from the engine cooling system to flow into the heating system?

A

Heater control valve

36
Q

What does the 1st character of the VIN stand for?

A

Country of manufacture

37
Q

In front wheel drive cars, what component combines the differential and transmission into a single part?

A

Transaxle

38
Q

What does OEM stand for?

A

Original Equipment Manufacture

39
Q

A vehicle damaged by fire is a what?

A

Direct loss

40
Q

Which of the following is NOT an insured duty under the contract?

A

Issue payment on behalf of the insurer and accept negligence

41
Q

What separates the engine from the passenger compartment?

A

Firewall

42
Q

All of the following are part of an auto’s charging system EXCEPT?

A

Ignition coil

43
Q

When an insurance company does not renew a policy on the renewal date, this is called?

A

Non-renewal

44
Q

A door shell consists of all of the following EXCEPT?

A

Door glass

45
Q

The maximum amount to be paid under transportation expenses is?

A

$600

46
Q

Which one of the following is not found on a parallelogram steering system?

A

Dust boot

47
Q

Which one of the following components is NOT part of the unibody structure?

A

Frame

48
Q

The refrigerant for the air conditioner is stored where?

A

Condenser

49
Q

All of things an appraiser shall NOT do, EXCEPT?

A

Determine the amount of damages

50
Q

The bottom of the window glass fits into a component called the?

A

Sash channel

51
Q

All of the following are components of a torsion bar suspension EXCEPT?

A

Shock absorbers

52
Q

The most that can be paid for a NOC trailer under the ISO policy is?

A

$1500

53
Q

The fabric or cardboard like lining that covers the inner roof panel and roof bows is called the?

A

Headliner

54
Q

What component forms the housing for the rear wheels?

A

Quarter wheelhouses

55
Q

A policy holder rear ends another vehicle on the railroad tracks. There is damage to the insured vehicle. What must the insured do to abide by the policy contract?

A

Remove vehicle from the tracks to avoid any further damage

56
Q

What is NOT a part of the internal drum brake system?

A

Master cylinder

57
Q

If you have a $250 collision deductible and a $0 deductible for other than collision and you slide into a tree. The vehicle damage sustained is $500. What would the insurance company pay for the loss?

A

$250

58
Q

What does PCV stand for?

A

Positive Crankcase Ventilation

59
Q

Which is not part of the 3 Stage Refinishing process?

A

Primer

60
Q

Which part is NOT included in a vehicle’s unibody structure?

A

Transmission cross member

61
Q

The most common type of front suspension found on unibody cars is?

A

McPherson strut

62
Q

The _________ closes a circuit that allows electrical current stored in the battery to flow into the starter solenoid

A

Ignition switch

63
Q

The _________ produces AC current and then converts it to DC current so it can be used by the automobile.

A

Alternator

64
Q

A __________ combines the shock absorber and coil spring in single assembly built into a strut outer housing.

A

McPherson Strut

65
Q

What does the 10th character of the VIN stand for?

A

B. Model year

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