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What type of sensor uses a thin wire heated by an electric current to measure the mass flow rate of air entering an engine?

A Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor typically uses a hot wire to measure the amount of air entering the engine. The engine control unit (ECU) uses this information to

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Question: What type of sensor uses a thin wire heated by an electric current to measure the mass flow rate of air entering an engine?

Answer options:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor
  • Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor
  • Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor ✅ Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor

Correct answer: Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor

Explanation: A Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor typically uses a hot wire to measure the amount of air entering the engine. The engine control unit (ECU) uses this information to determine the correct fuel-to-air ratio.

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