Fitting, Machining & Automotive: Introductory Terminology is one of 9 topics in the Grade 11 Mechanical Technology CAPS syllabus, covered across 3 lessons on Study Vault. Below are real practice questions from this topic with full worked answers.
Sample practice questions
Easy
1. What can a vernier calliper measure?
External dimensions, internal dimensions, and depths
Only external dimensions
Only the hardness of a material
Only electrical current
Answer: External dimensions, internal dimensions, and depths — A vernier calliper is a precision measuring instrument used to measure external dimensions, internal dimensions, and depths, reading to a finer resolution than a simple steel rule.
Easy
2. What part of a centre lathe houses the rotating spindle and drive mechanism?
The headstock
The tailstock
The saddle
The cross-slide
Answer: The headstock — The headstock houses the rotating spindle and drive mechanism of a centre lathe, providing the rotational motion for the work piece.
Medium
3. Name the typical measuring precision (in mm) of an outside micrometre.
Answer: 0.01 — An outside micrometre typically measures external dimensions to a precision of 0,01 mm, finer than a vernier calliper.
