PART 1 - POST TEST

Question 1

Machine to be designed, if possible, should have ___reliability

Answer 1

99.9%

Question 2

Shock resistance of steel is increased by adding

Answer 2

nickel and chromium

Question 3

Kind of steel used for making tractor drawn disk plow bottoms

Answer 3

soft-centered steel

Question 4

It is a type of material failure where the stresses in the material exceeds the material’s ultimate strength causing it to fracture
into two or more parts but has undergone plastic deformation.

Answer 4

ductile fracture

Question 5

All are fundamental canons stated in the code of ethics of engineers except:
a. Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public.
b. Perform services only in areas of their competence.
c. Issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
d. Acknowledge their errors and shall not distort or alter the facts.
e. Act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.

Answer 5

D. Acknowledge their errors and shall not distort or alter the facts.

Question 6

A farmer decides to stop growing crop A and instead use the land to grow crop B. The amount of potential profit lost by not
growing crop A represents the farmer’s

Answer 6

opportunity costs

Question 7

A sliding bearing which can support steady loads without any relative motion between the journal and the bearing is called

Answer 7

hydrostatic lubricated bearing

Question 8

Optimizing the use of farm resources on an individual farm level is dealt in

Answer 8

farm management

Question 9

It is a type of material failure defined as a compressive instability that usually occurs for long members.

Answer 9

buckling

Question 10

What is the power rating of Type B V-belt?

Answer 10

0.764 to 18.642 kW

Question 11

The usual proportion for the width of key to the diameter of shaft is

Answer 11

d/4

Question 12

This refers to the mean of the individual bottoms’ centers of resistance each located one-fourth the width of cut to the right of
the landside and the junction of the share and the moldboard

Answer 12

center of plow resistance

Question 13

For walking plows, to cause the mounted plow to go deeper the plow body is tipped

Answer 13

forward

Question 14

Which of the following statements is not true about mass flow type metering devices?
a. Mass flow type for crops that are usually planted at higher seeding densities.
b. Mass flow type for crops that are planted in relatively narrow rows.
c. Mass flow type for crops that can tolerate considerable variation in both seeding rate and uniformity of seed spacing
without a significant loss in yield.
d. Mass flow type for crops that are usually planted at relatively low seeding densities.
e. Both c and d

Answer 14

d. Mass flow type for crops that are usually planted at relatively low seeding densities.

Question 15

It is an inter-organizational system made up of a set of interdependent activities aimed at expanding agricultural production

Answer 15

Agricultural Marketing Machinery

Question 16

This aggent middleman usually does not have the physical control of the product, ordinarily follows the instructions of his
principal closely and has less discretionary power in the price negotiations than the commission agents

Answer 16

broker

Question 17

When the price of a product decreases, ceteris paribus, the product becomes cheaper. It is, therefore, more attractive relative
to other products (and vice versa).

Answer 17

the substitution effect

Question 18

In operating a corn picker, this should be done

Answer 18

Do not clean, grease, or adjust the machine while the power is connected

Question 19

Ways to reduce reaper’s harvesting losses include:
a. Avoid sharp turn when cutting
b. Reduce cutting speed when cutting shattering variety
c. Clear the rice panicle off the upper lugs and star wheels whenever possible.
d. All of the above
e. Both A and B only

Answer 19

AOTA

Question 20

Little or no air cushion in the pressure cylinder of the knapsack sprayer would cause

Answer 20

Insufficient resistance during repeated pumping

Question 21

If leaks from the end of spray wand is observed when using a knapsack sprayer, what should be done?

Answer 21

Inspect and rebuild shut-off valve.

Question 22

The force which resists motion of the wheels over a track or field surface

Answer 22

rolling resistance

Question 23

The automatic draft control in a modern farm tractor __

Answer 23

is the hydraulic implement hitch system which automatically raises or lowers a soil engaging implement to maintain its
draft at a pre-selected value

Question 24

When total ultility increases, marginal utility is ___

Answer 24

positive

Question 25

Chain lubrication in which the lower strand of chain runs through a sump of oil in the drive housing

Answer 25

bath lubrication

Question 26

Typical diesel engine power requirement of power tiller used for plowing and harrowing rice field?

Answer 26

7 hp

Question 27

A sprayer with a pressurized liquid tank and in which the discharge is carried out with the air pressure created in advance by built-in pump or from outside

Answer 27

compression sprayer

Question 28

Which of the following statement is not true about cultivation? a. It helps retain moisture by killing weeds and draining rainfall. b. It aids in developing plant food. c. It aerates the soil to allow oxygen to penentrate. d. Promote activity or microorganism. e. Both b and d

Answer 28

a. It helps retain moisture by killing weeds and draining rainfall.

Question 29

Minimum area required for testing manually-operated seeder.

Answer 29

not less that 500 m2

Question 30

Gauge wheels control the ____.

Answer 30

depth of penetration of shovel

Question 31

An axial-flow type which is similar with the portable thresher with oscillating screen but larger in size usually equipped with support wheel for ease of transport

Answer 31

mobile axial-flow thresher

Question 32

RK Series Mitsubishi engines commonly used for power tillers basically are ___ water-cooled-type engines.

Answer 32

horizontal

Question 33

In what order do managers typically perform the managerial functions?

Answer 33

Planning, organizing, leading, controlling

Question 34

What are the three interpersonal roles of managers?

Answer 34

Figurehead, leader, liaison

Question 35

Stoichiometric air requirement of rice husks.

Answer 35

4.7 kg air per kg fue

Question 36

The firing order of inline 8 cylinder engine is

Answer 36

1-5-4-8-7-2-6-3

Question 37

Monitoring body for the service warranty provided by the assemblers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers, distributors, and dealers of agri-fisheries machines under AFMech Law.

Answer 37

LGU and BAFE

Question 38

In the code of ethics for engineers the following are rules of practice except a. Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public. b. Engineers shall perform services only in the areas of their competence. c. Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner. d. Engineers shall be guided in all their relations by the highest standards of honesty and integrity. e. Engineers shall act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.

Answer 38

d. Engineers shall be guided in all their relations by the highest standards of honesty and integrity.

Question 39

Maxion Tractor is made from

Answer 39

brazil

Question 40

The perpendicular distance between the upper hitch point and the common axis of the lower hitch point of the tractor

Answer 40

mast height

Question 41

Process of planning and executing the conception, pricing, promotion and distribution of ideas, goods, and services to create exchange and satisfy the individual and organizational goals.

Answer 41

Marketing

Question 42

What is the term “rule of thumb” type of bias in decision making?

Answer 42

Heur tics

Question 43

Axial flow rice thresher basically are powered by gasoline engine

Answer 43

16 hmp

Question 44

An axial flow rice thresher typically has a capacity of

Answer 44

0.17 ha/hr

Question 45

Moldboard plow accessory primarily used to cut through the surface residues, encabling more complete coverage of surface trash

Answer 45

rolling coulters

Question 46

An axial flow rice thresher typically has a capacity of

Answer 46

0.17 ha/hr

Question 47

Moldboard plow accessory primarily used to cut through the surface residues, encabling more complete coverage of surface trash

Answer 47

rolling coulters

Question 48

Which of the following statements is true? a. At 1st gear position, the engine speed is faster than the machine being driven. b. At 2nd gear position, the engine speed is faster than the machine being driven. c. At 4th gear position, the engine speed is slower than the engine being driven. d. All of the above e. None of the above

Answer 48

aota

Question 49

The following should be done for the maintenance and care of planters except a. Calibrate the seed metering system b. Check to determine if the presswheels are functioning properly c. Roller chains should be removed, tagged, and stored in a can of light oil d. Detachable links chain should be stored free from oil. e. Store in a shed or cover with plastic or canvass sheets

Answer 49

d. Detachable links chain should be stored free from oil.

Question 50

The process of placing seeds in holes made in seedbed and covering them.

Answer 50

dibbling

Question 51

When bevel gears having equal teeth and equal pitch angles connect two shafts whose axes intersect at right angle, then they are known as

Answer 51

mitre gears

Question 52

This will be a business enterprise under the AFMech Law aimed to provide farmers after-sales service and warranty, provide custom farm mechanization services, and services on repair and trouble shooting, as well as training on maintenance and proper use of agricultural machinery and equipment.

Answer 52

Agri-fisheries Machinery and Equipment Service Centers

Question 53

Aerosol generator is a mechanical device that produces a liquid dispersion having a volume meadian diameter of less than

Answer 53

50 μm

Question 54

All of the following are examples of cash outflows, except : a. Asset salvage value b. Income taxes c. Operating cost of asset d. First cost of asset e. None of the above

Answer 54

asset salvage value

Question 55

The following are benefits of mechanization except a. Contracts the Demand for Work Animals for ploughing, water lifting, harvesting, transport etc. b. Brings in other Improvements in Agricultural Technique. c. Modifies Social Structure in Rural Areas. d. Leads to Commercial Agriculture. e. Creates the Problem of Labor Shortage.

Answer 55

e. Creates the Problem of Labor Shortage.

Question 56

Which of the following is a condition necessary for farm mechanization? a. Mechanization must result in more production at lower cost than the traditional method – to justify the equipment cost, divert displaced labor to more productive operations b. Mechanization must assist labor to overcome peak energy requirements which are in excess of manpower available c. Mechanization must replace time and energy efficiently – should be less than those required with the use of hand tools d. All of the above e. Both A and C only

Answer 56

aota

Question 57

AFMA focuses on the following major concern except

Answer 57

farm mechanization

Question 58

National Agri-fishery Mechanization Program is created under RA 10601 to do the following except: a. Promote and support through the provision of research grants, credit, transparent and predictable regulation, the local development and manufacture of agricultural and fisheries machinery by the private sector; b. Unify, lead and support the efforts of various institutions in the research, design and development of agricultural and fisheries machinery; c. Strengthen support services such as credit faculties, research, training and extension programs, rural infrastructures, postharvest facilities and marketing services d. Establish quality, safety and performance standards for agricultural and fisheries machinery; e. Support the establishment of quality, safety and performance testing centers for the certification of agricultural and fisheries machinery in strategic localities in the country

Answer 58

c. Strengthen support services such as credit faculties, research, training and extension programs, rural infrastructures, postharvest facilities and marketing services

Question 59

This refers to a detailed and comprehensive document that describes all technical procedures related to product development

Answer 59

technical specifications

Question 60

Which of the following is not part of the machine categories of PAES? a. Production MAchinery b. Irrigation Structures c. Engineering MAterials d. Farm-to-Market Roads e. Postharvest Machinery

Answer 60

D. FMR

Question 61

The area with lowest level of mechanization level.

Answer 61

Kalinga

Question 62

Which of the following is a method for controlling weeds? a. Cultivation by stirring the soil. b. Use of flame and chemical. c. Laying of plastic strips over the row. d. All of the above e. Both A and C

Answer 62

aota

Question 63

The standard for the Technical Means for Ensuring safety – Guidelines is

Answer 63

PNS/BAFS 330:2022

Question 64

Based on the PNS/BAFS for Knapsack Sprayer – Methods of Test, this test is carried out to evaluate the strength and durability of the sprayer

Answer 64

pressure test

Question 65

Tractors with PTO power rating of 110-350kW at rated rotational frequency of engine ( determined by ISO 789-1) are categorized (based on the categories of rear- mounted three- point linkage) as

Answer 65

4N/N

Question 66

The - ratio of the milling recovery from the test rice mill to that from the laboratory whitener

Answer 66

Total Milling Recovery Index

Question 67

A forage chopper that uses a feeding mechanism consisting of four or more feed rolls to partially orient and advance the crop at a consistent rate into the cutting mechanism producing the shortest and most uniformly cut particles

Answer 67

precision-cut

Question 68

For safety purposes, slow-moving vehicles such as agricultural machines must be provided with ___.

Answer 68

identification emblem to guide motorists that the machine is slow moving

Question 69

This term refers to how frequent the motor is started and how long it will run each time it is started.

Answer 69

duty rating

Question 70

This represents the interrelationship between capacity, head, power, NPSH, and efficiency of the pump.

Answer 70

Pump Performance Curve

Question 71

Transmission efficiency is a function of: a. belt tightness, b. diameter and class of pulleys c. type of belt d. magnitude of power being transmitted. e. All of the above

Answer 71

aota

Question 72

This acts as second speed reduction point in the power train

Answer 72

differential

Question 73

A detailed, precise diagram or plan that conveys information about how an object functions or constructed.

Answer 73

Engineering drawing

Question 74

The sorting of products into lots or units according to one or more of its attributes

Answer 74

grading