Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering.

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101.

This type of axonometric drawing has equal foreshortening along two axis directions and a different amount on the third axis:

A. Dimetric
B. Multiview
C. Isometric
D. Trimetric
Answer» B. Multiview
102.

These weld symbols have no arrow-side or other-side significance:

A. Projection or seam weld
B. Back or backing weld
C. Surface or groove weld
D. Flash and upset weld
Answer» E.
103.

In these drawings it is necessary to show cut surfaces and distinguish between adjacent parts:

A. Auxiliary drawings
B. Assembly sections
C. 3D assemblies
D. Parts lists
Answer» C. 3D assemblies
104.

These drawings are given to contractors to perform work or manufacture individual parts:

A. Assembly details
B. 3D drawings
C. Working drawings
D. Skeleton assemblies
Answer» D. Skeleton assemblies
105.

This should show what changes were made, when, and by whom:

A. Portable document
B. Record of revisions
C. Title form
D. Revision drawings
Answer» C. Title form
106.

Some of the common terms used to describe technical drawing include:

A. Drafting
B. Engineering Graphics
C. Engineering Drawing
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
107.

The View toolbar will position the view of the 3-D solid toward the ________.

A. front
B. left side
C. SE isometric
D. all of the above
Answer» E.
108.

The default position of the UCS icon is positioned at ________ on the AutoCAD grid.

A. 0,0,0
B. 10,10,10
C. 20,20,20
D. None of the above
Answer» B. 10,10,10
109.

Developing the foundation plan is probably the starting point for creating a set of architectural plans.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
110.

A typical set of architectural working drawings would probably include floor plans, foundation plans, elevations, section details, and roof framing plans.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
111.

AutoCAD's Design Center is used to manage various block libraries used in architectural drawings.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
112.

Elevation views generally include the front, right side, back, and left side views.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
113.

Blocks are not an important element of architectural drawings.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
114.

The floor plan is a bird's eye view of the house.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
115.

If the roof pitch for a house is identified as 5/12 the height of the roof rises 2 " for every 14" of horizontal run.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
116.

A set of working drawings used to build a house is considered a legal document.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
117.

Although the drafter creates the working drawings, the accuracy of the set of drawings is most often the responsibility of the design architect.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
118.

The top, front, and bottom views align in this manner:

A. Horizontally
B. Vertically
C. According to the planar views
D. Parallel to the frontal plane
Answer» C. According to the planar views
119.

The organized and orderly approach to solving problems is known as the:

A. Engineering process
B. Design process
C. Aesthetic process
D. Functional process
Answer» C. Aesthetic process
120.

The section view drawing in which one fourth of an object has been marked for removal is known as a ________ section.

A. full
B. half
C. quarter
D. none of the above
Answer» C. quarter
121.

Scale is stated as a ratio of the number of drawing units to the number of actual units.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
122.

Students can complete an associate's degree in drafting which normally takes about ________ years to complete.

A. one
B. two
C. three
D. four
Answer» C. three
123.

The Cutting Plane line reveals the type of material that the object is to be made from.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
124.

A section-lined area is always completely bounded by a visible outline.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
125.

Specific tolerances are based on the part's function and fit.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
126.

Isometric drawings are often used by ________ to help illustrate complex designs.

A. mechanical engineers
B. piping drafters
C. aerospace engineers
D. all of the above
Answer» E.
127.

When a finished part is measured, it may vary slightly from the exact dimension specified.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
128.

These are accurately drawn maps of cities and towns showing property lines and other features that control property ownership:

A. Monument maps
B. Cadastral maps
C. City maps
D. Topographic maps
Answer» C. City maps
129.

The Offset command can be used on vertical lines but not on horizontal lines.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
130.

When inserting a block into a drawing the drafter can easily change the scale to match a particular scale factor for the drawing.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
131.

BOM stands for Bill of Materials.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
132.

Mechanical drafters can revise any drawing at any time without tracking those changes.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
133.

The symbols used on electrical plans represent the standard equipment used in homes and commercial buildings.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
134.

An accurate record of changes made to released drawings is tracked via this:

A. A revision block
B. The basic title form
C. Working drawings
D. Portable documents
Answer» B. The basic title form
135.

Nonisometric lines are equally foreshortened.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
136.

Only vertical lines behind the picture plane are foreshortened.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
137.

The first step in creating a traditional technical drawing is to ________.

A. draw a series of guide lines
B. set up the miter line
C. align the paper so that it will be positioned square to the parallel bar
D. sharpen the leads in the technical pens
Answer» D. sharpen the leads in the technical pens
138.

Drafters are often expected to follow the drafting standards as set in the ASME Y14.5M-1994 publication.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
139.

The angle of revolution should always be less than 45 degrees for an aligned section.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
140.

The bearing of a line is its angle from magnetic south.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
141.

Several of the tools used in traditional drafting include the following:

A. Parallel straight edge
B. 45 degree triangle
C. Circle template
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
142.

Before starting an isometric drawing in AutoCAD the drafter needs to ________.

A. set the grid to isometric
B. set the current layer to Defpoints
C. turn Object Snap off
D. turn Ortho off
Answer» B. set the current layer to Defpoints
143.

An isometric drawing is a type of technical drawing used to illustrate a mechanical part in true 3-dimensional form.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
144.

Problem identification has to do with the final stages in the mechanical design process.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
145.

The Press-Pull tool will ________ the face of a solid model in the direction it faces.

A. taper
B. extrude
C. spiral
D. none of the above
Answer» C. spiral
146.

Traditionally, design and manufacturing activities have taken place in sequential order.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
147.

Connecting lines for conductors are typically drawn horizontally or vertically to minimize bends and crossovers.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
148.

Isometric drawings have equal foreshortening along each of the three axis directions.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
149.

Nautical maps and charts show prominent landmarks used for air navigators.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
150.

Terminals or leads are frequently identified by colors or symbols, which should be indicated on the diagram.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False