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The shape of the segment is:

Acircular

Bsemi circular

Cspherical

Drectangular

Answer:

B. semi circular

Read Explanation:

Segment

  • Shape of the segment - semi circular
  • Position of the segment : Above the Type Basket
  • Type guid is fitted on top of the segment
  • Segment part of the typewriter should not be oiled.
  • Slots in the segment must be cleaned only with petrol.

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