FREE Mechanical Aptitude Tools Question and Answers Flashcards
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Which tool is specifically designed to measure the torque applied to a fastener?
Answer: Torque wrench
A torque wrench measures and controls the amount of rotational force applied to a bolt or nut.
What is the primary purpose of a reamer?
Answer: To enlarge and smooth a drilled hole to an exact size
A reamer is a precision cutting tool used to enlarge a previously drilled hole to an accurate diameter with a smooth finish.
Which of the following tools would be most appropriate for cutting a groove or channel in a piece of wood?
Answer: Router
A router is designed to hollow out or cut grooves, channels, and decorative edges in wood and other materials.
A machinist needs to check whether a surface is perfectly flat. Which tool should they use?
Answer: Straightedge
A straightedge is placed against a surface to reveal any gaps that indicate deviations from flatness.
What type of pliers has long, narrow jaws designed for reaching into tight spaces?
Answer: Needle-nose pliers
Needle-nose pliers have elongated, tapered jaws that allow access to confined areas where standard pliers cannot fit.
Which tool is used to transfer an exact measurement or scribe circles on metal?
Answer: Divider
Dividers have two pointed legs that can be set to a specific distance for transferring measurements or scribing arcs on metal surfaces.