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Mechanical Engineering · Q103

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 103

Q103

The main function of a master cylinder is to

A.
Adjust the extent of brake pedal free play
B.
Boost the force applied to brake pedal
C.
Convert brake pedal force into hydraulic pressure
Answer
D.
Ensure that all the wheel brakes are supplied with the same amount of fluid pressure

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The master cylinder, also known as the master brake cylinder, converts the pressure on the brake pedal to hydraulic pressure by feeding brake fluid into the brake circuit and controlling this according to the mechanical force.
Master brake cylinders are used both in disc brakes and drum brakes.