Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering.

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201.

Working drawings are a set of assembly and detail drawings.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
202.

In AutoCAD the Hatch tool is used to designate what pattern is to be used for a section view.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
203.

On typical electronic diagrams, these items need not be shown unless they are needed for clarification:

A. Transmission diagrams
B. Operating relays
C. Closed relays
D. Terminal circles
Answer» E.
204.

The edges of a cube in isometric projection make angles of this many degrees with each other:

A. 30
B. 60
C. 90
D. 120
Answer» E.
205.

A plat typically shows elevations.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
206.

Commonly, elevations are referenced to mean sea level.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
207.

Welding drawings are a special type of this kind of drawing:

A. Symbol
B. Perspective
C. Assembly
D. Isometric
Answer» D. Isometric
208.

The parallel straight edge can be used for aligning the paper as well as drawing horizontal lines.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
209.

Drafters using AutoCAD version 2007 and newer will want to use the workspace called 3D Modeling to create 3D models.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
210.

Enhancing product development is considered aesthetic design.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
211.

The same general concepts and drafting standards apply to CAD as to drawings created by hand.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
212.

Perspective pictorials approximate the view produced by the human eye.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
213.

It is much easier for a drafter to use a CAD system rather than traditional board drawing because corrections are much easier to make.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
214.

In a pictorial sketch you can see the width, height, and depth of an object in a single view.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
215.

This type of section is limited by a break line:

A. Removed section
B. Revolved section
C. Broken-out section
D. Half section
Answer» D. Half section
216.

In reference to geometric tolerancing, the term "geometric" refers to forms such as planes, cylinders, and squares.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
217.

A drafter can use the 45 degree triangle to draw a 30 degree line.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
218.

An architect often relies on a ________ to complete the set of technical drawings used in the design of an office building.

A. technical illustrator
B. artist
C. drafter
D. construction superintendent
Answer» D. construction superintendent
219.

Most architectural drawings produced for field use by building contractors are printed on architectural "D" size paper which measures ________.

A. 24" X 36"
B. 18" X 24"
C. 11" X 17"
D. 34" X 22"
Answer» B. 18" X 24"
220.

A drafter who develops technical drawings of a highway overpass would most likely be a ________ drafter.

A. architectural
B. civil
C. mechanical
D. process piping
Answer» C. mechanical
221.

A set of two mutually perpendicular datum planes is required for coordinate dimensioning.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
222.

An oil refinery relies on which type of drafter to maintain and update the technical piping drawings used for the construction and maintenance of the facility.

A. architectural
B. civil
C. process piping
D. electrical
Answer» D. electrical
223.

The Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that some of the best opportunities for employment in our near future will be for students who ________.

A. drop out of high school
B. graduate from high school and go right into the workforce
C. obtain a two year technical degree from a community or junior college
D. earn a B.S. degree in psychology
Answer» D. earn a B.S. degree in psychology
224.

Drawings are usually made to a scale, which is indicated in the title block.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
225.

Although an engineer has placed dimensions in specific locations the drafter has the freedom to arrange them as he deems necessary.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
226.

Typically, all dimension values and notes are lettered horizontally and should read from the bottom of the sheet.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
227.

Tolerance issues are primarily a concern in manufacturing rather than in the design and drafting process.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
228.

Dimensions are given in the form of distances, angles, and notes only when using metric units.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
229.

The daily workload of a ________ drafter would generally include technical drawings of machine parts.

A. architectural
B. civil
C. electrical
D. mechanical
Answer» E.
230.

Drafters should use a ________ in a section view of a mechanical part that includes the cylindrical view of a threaded hole.

A. Center line
B. Hatch line
C. Poly line
D. Dimension line
Answer» B. Hatch line
231.

The nominal size of a feature is the exact measurement of the feature after the tolerance has been applied to it.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
232.

Where the decimal-inch dimension is used, a zero is not used before the decimal point of values less than 1.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
233.

Section views are only used for mechanical drawings.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
234.

A heavy straight line should be drawn under all dimension values that are to scale.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
235.

Longer dimension lines are nearest the object outline.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
236.

The U.S. Patent Office has strict requirements for patent drawings.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
237.

To simplify drawings, it is permissible to list rather than draw standard parts.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
238.

The arrow points on either end of a Cutting Plane line indicate the direction of view.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
239.

How can the drafter prevent AutoCAD from placing or stacking another center mark on a circle when adding a diameter dimension to it?

A. Explode the dimension and then erase the center mark.
B. Use the Properties dialog box to turn off the center mark of the dimension.
C. It can't be done.
D. Use the trim tool to take away the stacked center mark.
Answer» C. It can't be done.
240.

A circular arc is dimensioned in the view where you see its true shape by giving the value for its:

A. Diameter
B. Arc length
C. Radius
D. Chord length
Answer» D. Chord length
241.

This practice considers an individual part's dimensions and tolerances and that part's relation to its related parts:

A. Applying allowances
B. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
C. Creating datum references
D. Angular dimensioning tolerances
Answer» C. Creating datum references
242.

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing can simplify the inspection process.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
243.

In isometric projection, all distances are approximately this percentage of their true size:

A. 120 percent
B. 80 percent
C. 50 percent
D. 20 percent
Answer» C. 50 percent
244.

If a circle lies in a plane that is not parallel to the plane of projection, it still projects as a circle.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
245.

Before highway construction begins, it is usually necessary to plan the horizontal and vertical location and alignments.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
246.

When arranging symbols, it is typically not necessary to leave blank spaces adjacent to symbols to allow for reference designations and notes.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
247.

Every drafter and engineer continues to utilize both the architect and engineer's scales.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
248.

The AutoCAD command used to combine two or more primitive shapes into a single complex 3-dimensional model is ________.

A. add
B. union
C. attach
D. form
Answer» C. attach
249.

In an isometric drawing all horizontal lines are drawn on a 60 degree angle away from a given point.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
250.

The Free Orbit tool is found on the ____ toolbar.

A. rotate
B. move
C. modify
D. 3-D Move
Answer» D. 3-D Move