Manufacturing Processes: Shaping and Forming Materials

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of casting process?

Accepted Answer

Forging

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Sand casting

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Investment casting

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Die casting

Question 2

Which machining process is most suitable for creating parts with precise dimensions and complex shapes?

Accepted Answer

CNC machining

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Milling

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Turning

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Grinding

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a primary metal shaping process?

Accepted Answer

Electroplating

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Casting

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Forging

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Welding

Question 4

Which casting process involves pouring molten metal into a mold created using a pattern?

Accepted Answer

Sand casting

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Die casting

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Investment casting

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Centrifugal casting

Question 5

What is the purpose of annealing in metalworking?

Accepted Answer

To soften the metal

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To harden the metal

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To increase the metal's strength

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To improve the metal's corrosion resistance

Question 6

Which machining operation is used to create precise holes?

Accepted Answer

Drilling

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Milling

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Turning

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Grinding

Question 7

What is the difference between a template and a fixture?

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A template guides a cutting tool, while a fixture holds the workpiece in place.

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A fixture guides a cutting tool, while a template holds the workpiece in place.

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Templates and fixtures are the same thing.

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Neither templates nor fixtures are used in manufacturing.

Question 8

Which of the following materials is ideal for casting large, intricate components?

Accepted Answer

Cast iron

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Steel

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Aluminum

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Copper

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a type of welding joint?

Accepted Answer

Laminated joint

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Butt joint

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Edge joint

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Corner joint

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a type of casting process?

Accepted Answer

Machining

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Sand casting

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Investment casting

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Die casting

Question 11

What is the primary purpose of forging?

Accepted Answer

To shape and strengthen materials

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To join materials together

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To cut and machine materials

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To measure and inspect materials

Question 12

Which machine tool is used to create cylindrical shapes by rotating the workpiece against a cutting tool?

Accepted Answer

Lathe

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Milling machine

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Drill press

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Grinding machine

Question 13

What type of welding is best suited for joining thin metal sections?

Accepted Answer

Spot welding

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Arc welding

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MIG welding

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TIG welding

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of tool steels?

Accepted Answer

Low wear resistance

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High hardness

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High tensile strength

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Excellent corrosion resistance

Question 15

What is the process of heat treatment used to soften a steel component?

Accepted Answer

Annealing

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Hardening

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Tempering

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Normalizing

Question 16

Which manufacturing process is capable of producing parts with complex internal geometries?

Accepted Answer

Casting

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Machining

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Forging

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Welding

Question 17

What is the main advantage of using jigs and fixtures in manufacturing?

Accepted Answer

Increased accuracy and repeatability

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Reduced production time

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Lower material costs

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Improved worker safety

Question 18

What is the primary purpose of a cylindrical grinder?

Accepted Answer

To grind cylindrical surfaces

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To sharpen tools

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To remove excess material

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To polish surfaces

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of implementing quality control measures in the manufacturing process?

Accepted Answer

Increased production volume

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Reduced defects and errors

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Enhanced customer satisfaction

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Improved efficiency and productivity

Question 20

Which manufacturing process involves pouring molten metal into a mold to create a specific shape?

Accepted Answer

Casting

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Machining

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Welding

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Forging

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of forging?

Accepted Answer

To shape metal by applying compressive forces.

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To remove material from a workpiece.

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To create a smooth surface finish.

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To join two pieces of metal together.

Question 22

Which of these is NOT a common machining operation?

Accepted Answer

Extrusion

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Turning

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Drilling

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Milling

Question 23

What type of welding process uses an electric arc to melt and fuse metal together?

Accepted Answer

Arc welding

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Brazing

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Laser welding

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Resistance welding

Question 24

What does CNC stand for in the context of a CNC machine?

Accepted Answer

Computer Numerical Control

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Computerized Network Connection

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Computer Network Control

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Controlled Numerical Calculation

Question 25

In casting, what is the main purpose of a riser?

Accepted Answer

To provide additional molten metal to compensate for shrinkage during cooling.

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To control the cooling rate of the casting.

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To vent gases from the mold cavity.

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To support the mold during pouring.

Question 26

In welding, what is the primary purpose of filler metal?

Accepted Answer

To provide additional material to fill the joint and create a strong bond.

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To regulate the welding current.

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To control the welding temperature.

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To protect the weld from oxidation.

Question 27

Which manufacturing process is best suited for creating intricate details and precise shapes on a metal part?

Accepted Answer

Machining

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Welding

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Forging

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Casting