Two Technicians Are Discussing Tap and Die Sets

question 13

Multiple Choice

Two technicians are discussing tap and die sets. Technician A says that tap and die sets can only be used to make threads, not repair them. Technician B says that bottom taps are used to thread holes that extend completely through the component. Who is correct?

• A)A only
• B)B only
• C)Both A and B
• D)Neither A nor B

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