Technical Drawing Quizzes for Engineering Design

Question 1

Which view is not included in an orthographic projection set?

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Isometric view

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Front view

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Top view

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Side view

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of adding dimensions to engineering drawings?

Accepted Answer

To communicate the size and shape of the part.

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To define the acceptable range of variation for the part.

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To provide instructions for assembling the part.

Question 3

Which of the following is the correct method for creating an orthographic projection of a 3D object?

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Projecting each face of the object onto a plane parallel to that face

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Projecting the object onto a plane perpendicular to the line of sight

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Projecting the object onto a plane that is at an angle to the line of sight

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Projecting the object onto a plane that is parallel to the line of sight

Question 4

What is the purpose of dimensioning in technical drawings?

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To ensure that the object can be accurately manufactured

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To provide information about the material properties of the object

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To indicate the function of the object

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To make the drawing more visually appealing

Question 5

Which of the following symbols is used to indicate a tolerance of ±0.2 mm?

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±0.2 mm

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±0.2

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0.2

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0.2 mm

Question 6

Which of the following is a type of line used in technical drawings to represent hidden features?

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Dotted line

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Solid line

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Dashed line

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Center line

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

To provide information about the drawing, such as its title, scale, and date

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To provide a space for the designer to sign and date the drawing

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To indicate the revision history of the drawing

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To provide a reference point for dimensioning

Question 8

What is the difference between a sectional view and a detail view?

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A sectional view shows a cross-section of an object, while a detail view shows a specific feature of the object

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A detail view shows a cross-section of an object, while a sectional view shows a specific feature of the object

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A sectional view shows a plan view of an object, while a detail view shows a side view of the object

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There is no difference between a sectional view and a detail view

Question 9

In engineering design, what is the main purpose of using engineering graphics?

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Communicating design ideas through drawings to manufacturers and clients.

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Calculating the production costs of a product.

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Testing the functionality of a product physically.

Question 10

How does dimensioning affect the ability to make a design? Think about things like how much tolerance there is, what the materials are like, and how it will be made.

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Good dimensioning makes sure parts can be made within the right tolerances, using the right materials and making methods.

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Dimensioning is only important for the final product, not during design and prototyping.

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The choice of dimensions is just about how it looks, not how it's made.

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Dimensioning practices are the same in all industries, no matter what the design or manufacturing needs are.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a type of orthographic projection?

Accepted Answer

Isometric

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Plan

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Elevation

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Section

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of dimensioning in technical drawings?

Accepted Answer

To accurately convey the size and shape of a component

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To specify tolerances

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To indicate the finish of a surface

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To provide assembly instructions

Question 13

What does the symbol 'Ø' represent in technical drawings?

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Diameter

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Sphere

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Hole

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Cylinder

Question 14

What is the primary purpose of using scales in engineering drawings?

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To maintain accuracy and consistency

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To reduce the size of large drawings

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To enlarge small drawings

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To simplify construction

Question 15

Which projection method is employed to produce a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional object, exhibiting its three mutually perpendicular views?

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Orthographic projection

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Oblique projection

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Isometric projection

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Axonometric projection

Question 16

Which type of line is employed to represent hidden elements or features in a technical drawing?

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Dotted line

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Solid line

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Dashed line

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Center line

Question 17

What term signifies the range of tolerance permitted for a particular dimension?

Accepted Answer

Tolerance

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Limit

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Allowance

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Deviation

Question 18

Which scale factor is utilized to diminish the size of a drawing while upholding the correct proportions?

Accepted Answer

Reduction scale

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Enlargement scale

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Full scale

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Representative scale

Question 19

What is the purpose of a title block on an engineering drawing?

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To provide pertinent details about the drawing, such as its title and revision history

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To act as a legend for symbols and abbreviations employed in the drawing

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To denote the scale of the drawing

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To provide space for signatures and approvals

Question 20

Which type of paper is commonly used in the creation of engineering drawings?

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Vellum paper

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Bond paper

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Tracing paper

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Newsprint paper

Question 21

What term describes the process of transforming a design concept into a technical drawing?

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Drafting

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Sketching

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Detailing

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Rendering

Question 22

Which software is widely used in computer-aided design (CAD)?

Accepted Answer

AutoCAD

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Microsoft Word

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Photoshop

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SolidWorks