WorksheetsMechanical Drawing Dimensioning Techniques Quiz
Total questions: 1
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the purpose of the sixteenth inch gap from the green line to the actual part in dimensioning?
To ensure the accuracy of the dimension
To align the dimension with the object line
To create a visual separation between the part and the dimension
To indicate where the part ends and the dimension begins
What are the lines with arrowheads on the end called in dimensioning?
Extension lines
Object lines
Dimension lines
Center lines
How far should dimension lines be kept from the object according to the rules of dimensioning?
At least 1 inch
At least 1/2 of an inch
At least 1/4 of an inch
At least 3/8 of an inch
In which units should dimensions be kept for machine drawings?
Decimal inches or millimeters
Feet or centimeters
Meters or yards
Kilometers or miles
What should be done if dimension lines overlap on top of the actual dimensions?
Increase the gap between the dimension lines
Remove the dimension lines
Leave them as they are for accuracy
Modify the dimensions to pull some numbers out
When should an overall dimensioning be placed outside of the smaller dimensions?
Never
Only if the smaller dimensions are crowded
Only if the smaller dimensions are difficult to read
Always
What should be given for a full complete circle in dimensioning?
Area
Circumference
Radius
Diameter
What should not be used as a dimension line in dimensioning?
Object line
Arrow line
Center line
Extension line
Why should diameter dimensions not be placed in the shaded area of a part?
For aesthetics and readability
To save space
To avoid confusion
To prevent smudging
