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GET 102 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DRAWING & DRAWING INSTRUMENTS Objective Question

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For drafting purposes, which pencil hardness is recommended for layout work?
Options
A HB
B 2H or H
C 3H or 4H
Correct Answer
D 9B
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 26 explicitly recommends: '3H or 4H is recommended for layout work'. HB is for outline, and 2H/H for most line work.

Hint

Layout lines are typically very light and easily erasable, which implies a harder lead.

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