Fixing Flat Tires
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Objective
I can change a flat tire on a bicycle.
Part 1 of 4
Warm-up video
Trek Bicycle · 4:27
We don't generate video — this one is by Trek Bicycle on YouTube. The practice questions and exit ticket below were drafted by AI for this objective, and every question is editable in the teacher guide.
Part 2 of 4
Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
To fix a flat tire, you'll need a spare tube, tire levers, and a pump or CO2 inflator.
- 2
Before installing the new tube, carefully check the inside of the tire for any sharp objects that may have caused the flat.
- 3
After inserting the new tube, use your thumbs to push the tire back onto the rim, and check for any pinches before fully inflating the tire.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
3 questions
List the tools needed to fix a flat tire according to the video.
Why is it important to inspect the inside of the tire after removing the flat tube?
Part 4 of 4
Exit ticket
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“List the steps for removing the rear wheel of a bike with a quick release to fix a flat tire, as described in the video.”
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