How many crankshafts are there in a V-8 automobile engine?

1

2

8

A V-8 engine has 8 cylinders arranged in a V-shaped configuration, thus it requires 8 crankshafts to connect to each cylinder's piston. Therefore, options A and B are incorrect. Option D is also incorrect as it suggests that there would be 16 crankshafts for each pair of cylinders, which is not the case in a V-8 engine.

Get further explanation with Examzify DeepDiveBeta

16

Want more questions?

All options are one-time payments.

$12.50

30 day premium pass

All the basics to get you started

  • Ad-free experience
  • View your previous attempt history
  • Mobile app access
  • In-depth explanations
  • 30 day premium pass access
$30.00 $87.50 usd

6 month DELUXE pass (most popular)

Everything with the 30 day premium pass FOR 6 MONTHS! & the ultimate digital PDF study guide (BONUS)

  • Everything included in the premium pass
  • $87.50 usd value for $30.00! You save $57.50!
  • + Access to the ultimate digital PDF study guide
  • + 6 months of premium pass access
  • + Priority support
$12.50 $18.99

Ultimate digital PDF study guide

For those that prefer a more traditional form of learning

  • Available for instant download
  • Available offline
  • Hundreds of practice multiple choice questions
  • Comprehensive content
  • Detailed explanations
Image Description
Subscribe

Get the latest from Examzify

You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our privacy policy