Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering Metrology.

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1.

What is the range of reading error for measuring a range of height gauges of 250 mm?

A. ±0.02
B. ±0.03
C. ±0.04
D. ±0.05
Answer» B. ±0.03
2.

Which of the following is correct about vernier height gauges?

A. The scriber should preferably be of more depth than jaw
B. The perpendicular distance between scale graduations and vernier graduations should be more than 0.01 mm
C. The base is lapped up to an accuracy of 0.05 mm
D. Width of interval between adjacent lines should be 1/2 or 1/3 times of the length of shortest graduations
Answer» E.
3.

Match the following:Column 1 is tolerance of guiding edge of the beam in mm and column 2 is for measuring range in mm.

A. A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
B. A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
C. A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
D. A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2View Answer
Answer» B. A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
4.

Which of the following option is correct for the given statements about vernier height gauge?Statement 1: Surface of the vernier and beam should have a dull finish.Statement 2: Springing of measuring jaws is desirable.

A. T, F
B. F, F
C. T, T
D. F, T
Answer» B. F, F
5.

Which of the following option is correct for the given statements about vernier height gauge?Statement 1: The projection of scriber beyond the jaw should be 10 mm.Statement 2: Flatness of working surface of scriber can be checked by the knife edge.

A. Only statement 1 is correct
B. Only statement 2 is correct
C. Both the statements are correct
D. Both the statements are incorrect
Answer» C. Both the statements are correct
6.

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A. The scriber should preferably be of more depth than jaw
B. The perpendicular distance between scale graduations and vernier graduations should be more than 0.01 mm
C. The base is lapped up to an accuracy of 0.05 mm
D. Width of interval between adjacent lines should be 1/2 or 1/3 times of the length of shortest graduations
Answer» B. The perpendicular distance between scale graduations and vernier graduations should be more than 0.01 mm
7.

Vernier is at which position when the scriber is coplanar with the base?

A. Vernier is exactly at the middle position of the scale
B. Vernier reads 1/4<sup>th</sup> of the scale
C. Vernier is at 3/4<sup>th</sup> position
D. Vernier reads zero
Answer» E.
8.

Which of the following is used for checking the perpendicular distance from the graduated face of a beam to the graduated face of vernier?

A. Angle gauge
B. Vernier depth gauge
C. Feeler gauge
D. Slip gauge
Answer» D. Slip gauge
9.

What is the standard reference temperature for the measurement of the accuracy of vernier height gauges?

A. 20 K
B. 20<sup>o</sup>C
C. 40 K
D. 40<sup>o</sup>C
Answer» C. 40 K
10.

Which of the following option is correct for the given statements about vernier height gauge?

A.
B.
Answer» C.
11.

What is the hardness of measuring jaws of vernier height gauge made up of stainless steel?

A. 350 HV
B. 450 HV
C. 550 HV
D. 650 HV
Answer» E.
12.

Which of the following is incorrect for vernier height gauge?

A. Both the surfaces of measuring jaw should be at 45<sup>o</sup> to the base
B. These gauges can be used for scribing purposes
C. Removable clamps are used
D. Surface plate is used as datum surface for measurements
Answer» B. These gauges can be used for scribing purposes