Question 638General Subjects - Assistant Engineer
70% to passThe lathe tool shown as figure "U" in the illustration is commonly known as a/an _______________. Illustration GS-0090

Auniversal turning tool
Bright side end facing tool
Cleft cut side-facing tool
Dcutting-off tool
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) cutting-off tool. A cutting-off tool, also known as a parting tool, is used to separate or cut off a workpiece from the main stock. This is the primary function of the tool shown as figure "U" in the illustration GS-0090. The other answer choices do not accurately describe the purpose and use of this specific lathe tool. The right side end facing tool (B) is used for facing operations, while the left cut side-facing tool (C) is used for side-facing operations. The universal turning tool (A) is a general-purpose tool used for various turning operations, but it is not specifically designed for cutting off the workpiece.
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