Drafting Practice

What is the purpose of dimensioning in a technical drawing?

• To provide measurements and specify the size and location of the various features of the object being depicted.
• To provide historical context for the object being depicted
• To add color and visual interest to the drawing
• To make the drawing more aesthetically pleasing

Which line type is used to represent visible edges or outlines in a technical drawing?

• Dotted line
• Solid line
• Dashed line
• Wavy line

Which type of dimension indicates the size of an arc or circle in a technical drawing?

• Diameter dimension
• Circumference dimension
• Area dimension
• Radius dimension

What is the purpose of an isometric drawing?

• To represent a 3D object in 2D with all three dimensions shown equally
• To create a flat, 1D representation of a 3D object
• To distort the dimensions of a 3D object
• To represent a 2D object in 3D with only two dimensions shown

Which type of projection represents the true shape and size of an object's features on an inclined plane?

• Orthographic projection
• Isometric projection
• Oblique projection
• Perspective projection

What is the purpose of a scale in a technical drawing?

• To represent the actual size of objects in the drawing
• To provide a reference for the artist
• To add color to the drawing
• To make the drawing more visually appealing

What does the term "tolerance" refer to in technical drawings?

• The number of revisions allowed
• Allowable deviation from a specified dimension
• The color coding used in drawings
• The maximum dimension of a part

In a multi-view drawing, which view typically shows the object from the top?

• Front view
• Plan view
• Side view
• Isometric view

Which type of line is used to represent the edge of an object not visible in a specific view?

• Hidden line
• Curved line
• Solid line
• Dotted line

What is the purpose of a title block in a technical drawing?

• To add decorative elements to the drawing
• To make the drawing look more professional
• To provide a space for the artist's signature
• To provide important information about the drawing