Question 631General Subjects - Assistant Engineer
70% to passWhich of the illustrated lathe tools would be used to produce a smooth finish cut for figure I? Illustration GS-0009

The correct answer is A. A smooth finish cut for figure I would be produced using a tool labeled "A" in the illustration. This type of tool, known as a finishing cut tool or a smooth cut tool, is specifically designed to create a very smooth surface finish on a workpiece. It has a rounded, gentle cutting edge that allows it to remove material with minimal chatter or tool marks, resulting in a polished, high-quality surface. The other options, such as tools F, G, and D, are better suited for different types of cutting operations, such as roughing, threading, or grooving, and would not be the optimal choice for achieving the desired smooth finish on the workpiece.
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