Multiple choice

The NC system in an NC machine tool has to perform many tasks such as

  1. reading and decoding the tapes information

  2. reading, decoding and passing on the information to control tools

  3. reading, decoding and controlling the machine tool action towards completion of the job

  4. none of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The NC system must read the program tape, decode the instructions, and control the machine tool to complete the job. Option A only reads, B passes information but doesn't control, C is the complete cycle from input to finished part.