Question 1
The figure above represents a pulley, with practically no friction, from which two 10-pound weights are suspended as indicated. If a downward force is applied to weight 1, it is most likely that weight 1 will
Correct Answer:
move downward until it reaches the floor.
Explanation:
Correct answer: move downward until it reaches the floor.
Question 2
A 64 gallons per minute B 32 gallons per minute C 16 gallons per minute D 2 gallons per minute View Correct Answer Answer Key: B
Correct Answer:
B
Explanation:
Correct answer: B
Question 3
The arm in the figure above is exactly balanced as shown. If nut A is removed entirely, then, in order to rebalance the arm, it will be necessary to turn nut
Correct Answer:
C toward the right.
Explanation:
Correct answer: C toward the right.
Question 4
The purpose of an air valve in a heating system is to
Correct Answer:
relieve the air from steam radiators.
Explanation:
Correct answer: relieve the air from steam radiators.
Question 5
The figure above shows a slotted disc turned by a pin on a rotating arm. One revolution of the arm turns the disc
Correct Answer:
\frac14
Explanation:
Correct answer: \frac14
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PiCAT Mechanical Comprehension Practice Test 2026

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