Question 1

In order for drawings to be created and interpreted by different people, a set of standards have been developed by the American Design and Drafting Association (ADDA).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Which of the following is not a type of perspective projection?

Accepted Answer

A)  one-point
B)  two-point
C)   three-point
D)   four-point D

Question 3

A good technical drawing is one that properly and conveniently communicates all the information needed to transform an idea into a product.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

In design and manufacturing, customer expectations are typically communicated by:

Accepted Answer

A)  notes
B)  design features
C)   specifications
D)   standards

Question 5

To ensure quality products, which item is most important to include?

Accepted Answer

A)  Double-check your work.
B)  Design quality in from the outset.
C)   Use a high-tech CAD software program.
D)   Use only the most expensive materials.

Question 6

A characteristic of a quality drawing is one that:

Accepted Answer

A)  has very few smudge marks
B)  is signed by each of the people who had a part in creating the product
C)   is neatly drawn
D)   properly and conveniently communicates all information

Question 7

The old adage "a picture is worth a thousand words" is still the basis of the need for technical drawings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Someone who produces technical drawings should be referred to as a draftsman.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Artistic drawings are commonly used in the manufacturing field.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A drawing is a graphic representation of an idea, concept, or an entity which actually or potentially exists in life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following is not an attempt at improving quality and competitiveness?

Accepted Answer

A)  structured manufacturing
B)  computer-integrated manufacturing
C)   just-in-time manufacturing
D)   statistical process control

Question 12

Perspective projections show flat representations of the principal view of the subject.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which type of projection is most realistic?

Accepted Answer

A)  two-point perspective
B)  cabinet projection
C)   multiview drawing
D)   trimetric projection

Question 14

Quality is defined as the extent to which a product conforms to standards of practice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is not a field that uses technical drawings extensively?

Accepted Answer

A)  manufacturing
B)  retail
C)   engineering
D)   architecture and construction

Question 16

Standards of interest to drafters and designers are contained in the "D" series of ANSI standards.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Another name for a perspective projection is a _____ projection.

Accepted Answer

A)  half-scale
B)  converging
C)   full-scale
D)   multiview

Question 18

Attempts to improve quality and competitiveness include flexible manufacturing, CIM, JIT, ISO 9000, and SPC.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Illustrations or renderings are sometimes referred to as a third type of drawing because:

Accepted Answer

A)  They artistically present a technical object.
B)  Mechanical instruments are used to complete them.
C)   They attempt to convey some abstract feelings such as mood or attitude.
D)   They combine technical information and processes and artistic expression.

Question 20

Sketches are most often used in which step of the design process?

Accepted Answer

A)  identification of the problem or need
B)  development of initial ideas
C)   selection of proposed solution
D)   developing working drawings

Exam 1: Introduction

In order for drawings to be created and interpreted by different people, a set of standards have been developed by the American Design and Drafting Association (ADDA).

Which of the following is not a type of perspective projection?

A good technical drawing is one that properly and conveniently communicates all the information needed to transform an idea into a product.

In design and manufacturing, customer expectations are typically communicated by:

To ensure quality products, which item is most important to include?

A characteristic of a quality drawing is one that:

The old adage "a picture is worth a thousand words" is still the basis of the need for technical drawings.

Someone who produces technical drawings should be referred to as a draftsman.

Artistic drawings are commonly used in the manufacturing field.

A drawing is a graphic representation of an idea, concept, or an entity which actually or potentially exists in life.

Which of the following is not an attempt at improving quality and competitiveness?

Perspective projections show flat representations of the principal view of the subject.

Which type of projection is most realistic?

Quality is defined as the extent to which a product conforms to standards of practice.

Which of the following is not a field that uses technical drawings extensively?

Standards of interest to drafters and designers are contained in the "D" series of ANSI standards.

Another name for a perspective projection is a _____ projection.

Attempts to improve quality and competitiveness include flexible manufacturing, CIM, JIT, ISO 9000, and SPC.

Illustrations or renderings are sometimes referred to as a third type of drawing because:

Sketches are most often used in which step of the design process?