Computer Aided Drafting – Midterm Exam

What does CAD stand for?

• Computer Aided Drafting

• Computer Assisted Drawing

• Computer Aided Design

• Computer Analytical Design

Which of the following is a primary advantage of using CAD software?

• Slower revisions

• Reduced accuracy

• Faster design modification

• Increased manual drafting

Which CAD software is commonly used in civil engineering design?

• Adobe Photoshop

• AutoCAD

• MS Excel

• SketchUp

What type of file extension is commonly used for AutoCAD drawing files?

• .pdf

• .docx

• .dwg

• .cad

What is the function of the command line in CAD software?

• To draw shapes

• To input commands and options

• To change screen brightness

• To manage file storage

The workspace in CAD refers to:

• The background image

• The area where you draw and edit designs

• The print layout

• The settings menu

What is the model space used for?

• To create 2D and 3D drawings

• To insert title blocks only

• To preview printing

• To add annotations

The layout space (paper space) is mainly used for:

• Editing objects

• Drawing in 3D

• Plotting and presentation

• Calculations

Which key is used to cancel a command in AutoCAD?

• Esc

• Enter

• Ctrl

• Shift

Which of the following is NOT a CAD software?

• AutoCAD

• SolidWorks

• MS Word

• SketchUp