Question

Which of the following correctly sequences the stages of engine operation?

A. Intake, power, compression, exhaust
B. Power, intake, compression, exhaust
C. Intake, compression, power, exhaust
D. Exhaust, compression, intake, power

Answer 1

Which of the following correctly sequences the stages of engine operation?

A. Exhaust, compression, intake, power

B. Intake, power, compression, exhaust

C. Power, intake, compression, exhaust

D. Intake, compression, power, exhaust

Answer 2

The correct sequence of engine operation is given by option C. intake, power, compression and exhaust. The first step is the intake of air, in the case of petrol engines, fuel is taken in as well. The second step is compression. The third step is combustion or power, in this part, the fuel is injected. The last step is exhaustion which refers to the blowing out of the waste gases from combustion.