In 1698, ____, an English military engineer and inventor, patented the first crude steam engine based on a pressure cooker.

a. Thomas Newcomen
b. James Watt
c. Etienne Lenoir
d. Thomas Savery


d. Thomas Savery

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Of the choices listed, which is the best method of troubleshooting an instrumentation problem?

A. Replace components starting with the sensor or sending unit until the instrumentation is working correctly. B. Short the wiring at the associated sensor or sending unit to ground to determine if the wiring is OK. C. Pierce the wire insulation at the sending unit with a test light to determine if voltage is present. D. Use OEM-provided information and procedures to troubleshoot the cause of the instrumentation problem.

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?When removing an oil filter, position an oil filter wrench at the _____ end of the filter. A. inner B. outer

What will be an ideal response?

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How far back are highbush blueberries cut at planting time by thinning out the weakest stems, not by cutting off the terminal end?

A) 1/4-1/2 B) 1/2-2/3 C) 2/3-1 D) 1/3-1/2

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Underwriters Laboratories standard 181 B covers:

A) Methods of connecting and sealing all types of duct. B) Methods of connecting and sealing metal duct. C) Methods of connecting and sealing flexible duct. D) Methods of connecting and sealing ductboard.

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