Question

While dimensioning, where should the large dimensions be placed?

(a) On the outlines of the view

(b) Near the view

(c) Further away from the view

(d) Inside the view

I had been asked this question in an interview for job.

My question is based upon Basic Principles in Dimensioning topic in portion Lines, Lettering and Dimensioning of Engineering Drawing

Answer 1

Correct answer is (c) Further away from the view

For explanation I would say: The larger dimensions should be placed further away from the outlines of the view. They should be placed beyond the smaller dimensions. This helps in a neat arrangement of the dimensions and can be understood easily.