Inteoduction

Question 1

What command is used to move one or more objects in AutoCAD?

Answer 1

Rotate

Moving objects can be done with the aid of object snap or by using relative coordinates.

Question 2

How do you copy an object in AutoCAD?

Answer 2

Select the object you want to copy and specify the base point.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the Array command in AutoCAD?

Answer 3

To create copies of objects in a rectangular or polar pattern.

Question 4

Which layers cannot be deleted in AutoCAD?

Answer 4

• Layers 0 and Defpoints
• Layers containing objects, including objects in block definitions
• The current layer
• Layers used in an external reference

Question 5

What is Absolute Coordinate Entry?

Answer 5

The default method of coordinate entry that counts from the origin.

Question 6

How do you enter relative coordinates in AutoCAD?

Answer 6

By using the @ symbol to count based on the previous point in the drawing.

Question 7

What do polar coordinates in AutoCAD consist of?

Answer 7

One radial distance and one angle measured counterclockwise from the x-axis.

Question 8

What does the Polar tracking command do in AutoCAD?

Answer 8

Restricts cursor movement to specified angles.

Question 9

Which command is used to create a duplicate object parallel to the original?

Answer 9

Offset.

Question 10

What is the Trim command used for in AutoCAD?

Answer 10

To shorten or lengthen objects with edges of other objects.

Question 11

How do you rename a layer in AutoCAD?

Answer 11

Click to select a layer, click the layer name or press F2, and enter a new name.

Question 12

What is the maximum length for layer names in AutoCAD?

Answer 12

255 characters.

Question 13

What command is used to connect two objects with an arc of a specified radius?

Answer 13

Fillet.

Question 14

What is the Chamfer command used for?

Answer 14

To create a beveled edge between two selected lines.

Question 15

What does the Join command do in AutoCAD?

Answer 15

Combines similar objects into a single object.

Question 16

What is the purpose of the Explode command?

Answer 16

To convert individual elements into single segments.

Question 17

What is Snap mode in AutoCAD?

Answer 17

Restricts cursor movement to specified grid intervals.

Question 18

What does the Ortho Mode command restrict in AutoCAD?

Answer 18

Movement to both horizontal and vertical directions.

Question 19

What is the purpose of the Dynamic Input feature?

Answer 19

Provides a command interface near the cursor to keep focus in the drafting area.

Question 20

What type of users typically use AutoCAD?

Answer 20

• Mechanical drafters
• Architectural drafters
• Civil drafters
• Electrical drafters
• Electronics drafters

Question 21

What are the disadvantages of using CAD?

Answer 21

• High cost of software
• Requires expertise
• Frequent software updates
• Limited import/export file formats

Question 22

What are some advantages of using AutoCAD?

Answer 22

• Produces accurate designs
• Convenient layout
• Flexible organization
• Establishes drafting standards
• Efficient drawing tools

Question 23

What is the primary purpose of AutoCAD?

Answer 23

To create blueprints for buildings, bridges, and computer chips.

Question 24

What is the standard toolbar in AutoCAD used for?

Answer 24

Accessing standard AutoCAD commands.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The command to create a solid object from closed paths is called _______.

Answer 25

Extrude.

Question 26

True or False: AutoCAD can be used simultaneously with 3D Max and Maya.

Answer 26

True.