Question

The shape of the type segment is

• A. Circle
• B. Semi-circle
• C. Triangle
• D. Rectangle

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Semi-circle

• The shape of the type segment is Semi-circle
• Type guide is fitted on top of the segment
• There are number of slots equivalent to the number of  type bars in the segment.
• Each type bar is hinged in the slot of the segment.
• The heel of the type bar enters into the slot of the  segment while striking against the cylinder.