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What is the purpose of the feed in a technical pen?

To protect the nib from damage when the pen is not in use

To allow ink to flow consistently but not spill out uncontrollably (correct)

To prevent the ink at the tip of the nib from drying out

To provide a comfortable grip for the user

What is the main purpose of the cap on a technical pen?

To prevent the ink at the tip of the nib from drying out

To protect the nib from damage when the pen is not in use

To protect anything from being inadvertently stained with ink

All of the above (correct)

What is the recommended angle to hold a technical pen when writing?

60 degrees

Any angle is fine

45 degrees

90 degrees (correct)

What is the recommended action to encourage ink flow in a technical pen?

Gently shake the pen side to side Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important reason to regularly clean a technical pen?

To avoid clogging Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the pen body in a technical pen?

To provide a comfortable grip for the user Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a drawing compass?

To draw circles and arcs Signup and view all the answers

How does a compass differ from a divider?

A compass is used for drawing circles and arcs, while a divider is used for measuring distances Signup and view all the answers

What should you align with the compass's needle before drawing?

The pencil lead Signup and view all the answers

What type of drawings are technical pens commonly used for?

Architectural, engineering, or technical drawings Signup and view all the answers

How is ink supplied to the nib in a technical pen?

From a refillable ink reservoir in the pen Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the nib in a technical pen?

To feed ink from the reservoir to the paper Signup and view all the answers