Measuring Tools Pretest

What is the primary use of a tape measure?

• Measuring internal diameters

• Measuring lengths and distances

• Measuring thickness

• Measuring small gaps

Which of the following is a key feature of a micrometer?

• It can measure up to 1 meter

• It has a digital display

• It can measure very small dimensions with high precision

• It is used for measuring angles

What is the function of the dial in a dial caliper?

• To measure temperature

• To provide a digital readout

• To indicate the measurement in a more readable format

• To measure electrical resistance

What is the smallest unit a typical micrometer can measure?

• 1 millimeter

• 0.1 millimeter

• 0.01 millimeter

• 0.001 millimeter

Which part of the vernier caliper is used to measure the internal diameter of an object?

• The main scale

• The depth rod

• The inside jaws

• The outside jaws

What is the main advantage of using a dial caliper over a vernier caliper?

• It is more durable

• It is easier to read

• It is cheaper

• It is more compact