Question
Automobiles are fitted with a device that shows the distance travelled. Identify it.
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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Odometer
Automobile Device for Distance Travelled
The question asks to identify the specific device in an automobile that records and displays the total distance the vehicle has traveled.
Device Functions Explained
- Odometer: This instrument is specifically designed to measure and display the cumulative distance traveled by a vehicle. It's often displayed alongside the speedometer.
- Speedometer: This device shows the vehicle's current instantaneous speed, typically in miles per hour (MPH) or kilometers per hour (KPH).
- RPM meter (Tachometer): This meter measures and displays the engine's rotational speed in revolutions per minute (RPM).
- Autometer: This is not a standard automotive instrument term for measuring distance or speed.
Conclusion
Based on the functions, the device that shows the distance travelled is the Odometer.
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