
Understanding Mechanical Instruments Quiz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following instruments is best suited for measuring the external diameter of a small cylindrical object with high precision?
Vernier calliper
Micrometer screw gauge
Steel rule
Measuring tape
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of calibrating a mechanical measuring instrument?
To clean the instrument
To ensure measurement accuracy
To increase the instrument's lifespan
To make the instrument lighter
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which instrument would you use to measure the depth of a hole accurately?
Vernier depth gauge
Spring balance
Protractor
Spirit level
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a limitation of using a steel rule for measurement?
It can only measure temperature
It is not suitable for measuring curved surfaces accurately
It requires batteries to operate
It is waterproof
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct method to read a vernier calliper?
Read only the main scale
Add the main scale reading to the vernier scale reading
Subtract the vernier scale reading from the main scale
Multiply the main scale by the vernier scale
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes 'precision' in measurement?
The closeness of a measurement to the true value
The ability to repeat measurements with little variation
The speed of taking a measurement
The cost of the instrument
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which instrument is commonly used to measure the mass of an object in a laboratory?
Spring balance
Beam balance
Vernier calliper
Micrometer screw gauge
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