Question 633General Subjects - Assistant Engineer
70% to passThe tool shown in the illustration is called a _______________. Illustration GS-0072
Acenter gage
Bcrotch center
Cdrill gage
Dthread gage
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) center gage. A center gage is a tool used to measure the depth of holes or other cavities. It consists of a graduated scale and a pointed tip that can be inserted into the hole to determine its depth. This type of measurement tool is commonly used in various marine engineering and maintenance tasks, including those related to U.S. Coast Guard licensing examinations. The other options are incorrect because: B) crotch center is not a standard tool name, C) drill gage is a tool used to measure drill bit sizes, and D) thread gage is a tool used to measure the size and pitch of screw threads, none of which match the description of the tool shown in the illustration.
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