Two Technicians Are Discussing Compression Test Results

question 37

Multiple Choice

Two technicians are discussing compression test results. Technician A says that abnormally low compression in adjacent (neighboring) cylinders most likely indicates a bad head gasket. Technician B says that if the reading on the compression tester goes up after adding oil to the cylinder, the compression rings are probably worn. Who is right?

• A)Technician A only
• B)Technician B only
• C)Both A and B
• D)Neither A nor B

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