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Where is the Paper Bail located on a typewriter?

ABelow the cylinder

BAbove the cylinder

COn the left side of the carriage

DBetween the cylinder and the thumb wheel

Answer:

B. Above the cylinder

Read Explanation:

  • The paper bail is a crucial component of a typewriter, responsible for holding the paper firmly against the platen (cylinder) as the carriage moves.

  • It ensures that the paper does not shift or crease during the typing process, leading to clean and consistent impressions.

  • Typically, it consists of two arms, often spring-loaded, that press down on the paper.


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