A Customer Complains That the Car Pulls to the Left

question 51

Multiple Choice

A customer complains that the car pulls to the left during hard braking. An inspection shows that the front pads and rear shoes are worn. After resurfacing the rotors and drums and replacing the pads and shoes, a road test reveals that the car still pulls to the left during hard braking. Technician A says the wheel alignment should be checked. Technician B says the tires could be the problem and should be swapped left to right to check whether the direction of the pull changes. Who is correct?

• A)A only
• B)B only
• C)both A and B
• D)neither A nor B

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Definitions:

Phenotype

The set of observable characteristics or traits of an organism that result from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.

Specific Genes

Individual genes that are identified as playing a significant role in determining particular traits or conditions.

Gene Location

The specific place of a gene within the chromosome, known as its locus.

Environment

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates, including both natural and human-made aspects.