When a Driver Presses on the Accelerator Pedal in a Hybrid

question 36

Multiple Choice

When a driver presses on the accelerator pedal in a hybrid vehicle, the PCM commands the ________ to apply electricity to the electric motor until the vehicle reaches speeds up to approximately 40 miles per hour (64 kilometers per hour) .

• A) Regenerative braking system
• B) Belt alternator starter
• C) High-voltage battery pack
• D) Continuously variable transmission

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