Question

In an automobile engine, up to what percent of parts are manufactured by casting?

(a) 65%

(b) 75%

(c) 80%

(d) 90%

The question was asked in an interview for job.

The origin of the question is Introduction of Foundry industry topic in chapter Foundry Introduction & Materials of Casting-Forming-Welding II

Answer 1

Right answer is (d) 90%

Best explanation: Casting is one of the most all round process used in manufacturing. Up to 90% of the automobile engine parts are manufactured using casting, and around 50% of the total weight of the tractor is manufactured using casting.