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In a typewriter, "Platen" is also known as :

AChord

BCylinder

CCarriage

DMain Spring

Answer:

B. Cylinder

Read Explanation:

•In a typewriter, "Platen" is another term used to refer to the Cylinder

Correct Answer:

  • Cylinder

  • Cylinder / Platen: The cylindrical rubber roller around which the paper is wrapped and held in place while typing.

  • Carriage: The moving assembly at the top rear of the machine that holds the cylinder and moves step-by-step as keys are struck.

  • Main Spring: The coiled spring that provides the tension and force required to pull the carriage from right to left while typing.

  • Chord / Draw Band: The strap or cord that connects the main spring barrel to the carriage to transmit the pulling force.


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