Brake Work Example 16

ACT Work Keys Level: 4
NATEF Task(s): V.C.2

Problem

A technician is using a micrometer to measure a brake drum with a dial-type drum mike. He has the bar set at 8 7/8 of an inch with 0.044 on the dial. What is the total reading?

Solution

(8 7/8 + 0.044) = (8.875 + 0.044) = 8.919"