Question

Which of the following is not an advantage of automatic reversing in test indicators?

(a) Error free reading

(b) Less effort

(c) Eliminate reversing lever

(d) Indicator hand always move anti-clockwise

This question was posed to me in examination.

Question is taken from Test Indicators topic in chapter Dial Indicators and Indicating Gauges of Engineering Metrology

Answer 1

The correct choice is (d) Indicator hand always move anti-clockwise

To elaborate: Automatic reversing is present in test indicator which eliminates the need of reversing lever. The indicator hand present in it always moves in clockwise direction which ensures error-free readings.