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Question 1: How does the use of multi-valve technology improve engine performance?

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By reducing the number of components in the engine's valve mechanism

By increasing the intake and exhaust efficiency, allowing for better airflow and more power

By reducing the weight of the engine, improving fuel economy

By simplifying the camshaft design to reduce friction

Question 2: How do you balance the tradeoff between gear ratios and fuel efficiency in a multi-speed transmission system?

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By optimizing gear ratios to ensure the engine operates within its most efficient powerband across a range of speeds

By focusing only on performance at high speeds

By using fixed ratios and ignoring engine performance

By reducing the number of gears to minimize weight

Question 3: How does a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system reduce NOx emissions in diesel engines?

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By increasing the exhaust flow to dilute NOx concentrations

By reducing the amount of fuel injected into the combustion chamber

By injecting urea into the exhaust stream to convert NOx into nitrogen and water

By using a higher compression ratio in the engine

Question 4: What is the impact of reducing engine friction on fuel efficiency?

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It increases engine wear and tear, requiring more fuel for operation

Reducing friction allows the engine to operate more smoothly, improving fuel efficiency by requiring less energy to operate

It decreases engine power output, reducing fuel efficiency

It causes higher engine temperatures, leading to increased fuel consumption

Question 5: What is the purpose of using a limited-slip differential (LSD) in powertrain systems, particularly in performance vehicles?

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It increases the overall torque output of the engine by reducing resistance

It distributes torque more evenly to the wheels, improving traction during acceleration and cornering

It provides smoother gear shifts by locking the transmission system

It reduces the weight of the drivetrain components

Question 6: How does using lightweight materials in engine construction contribute to improved fuel efficiency?

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They increase the heat retention of the engine, reducing the need for fuel

Lightweight materials make the engine less durable, requiring more fuel for repairs

They increase the engine's size, making it less efficient

Lightweight materials reduce the engine's weight, improving overall vehicle efficiency and reducing fuel consumption