When Comparing the Annual Inflation Rate in the United States

question 74

Multiple Choice

When comparing the annual inflation rate in the United States based on the CPI with the annual inflation rate based on the PCE price index,the data show that the two inflation rates

• A)move in opposite directions.
• B)remained constant over the forty year period after 1979.
• C)steadily increased over the forty year period after 1979.
• D)move up and down in similar but not identical ways.
• E)both fluctuate,but the fluctuations have little relationship to each other.

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Definitions:

Quick Release Gladhand

A coupling device for connecting the brake lines between a truck and trailer, designed for quick and easy connection and disconnection.

Slack Adjusters

Mechanical devices in air brake systems that maintain the correct distance between the brake shoes and the drum as the shoes wear.

Secondary Circuit

In brake systems refers to the following circuit in the system usually actuated by the primary circuit. In hydraulic brake systems on straight trucks, this is usually the rear brake circuit, whereas on large trucks with air brakes, it refers to the brakes on the steering axle wheels.

Relay Valve

A component in pneumatic systems that speeds up the build-up and release of air pressure in brake systems, ensuring faster response times.