Question

Which of the following factor is not considered while selecting a kind of pattern?

(a) Quantity of casting

(b) Types of moulding method

(c) Shape of the casting

(d) Nature of moulding process

This question was addressed to me in an international level competition.

The query is from Types of Pattern topic in portion Pattern and Pattern Making of Casting-Forming-Welding I

Answer 1

The correct choice is (d) Nature of moulding process

To explain I would say: Nature of moulding process is a factor used selecting pattern materials, whereas the quantity of casting, types of moulding method and shape of the casting are used for selecting a type of pattern.