Multiple choice

Which of the following printers consists of a steel band on which characters are embossed?

  1. Line printer

  2. Drum printer

  3. Chain printer

  4. None of these

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C Correct answer
Explanation

A chain printer uses a rotating chain or band containing embossed characters. When the desired character on the chain aligns with the print hammer, the hammer strikes the paper against the ribbon and character.