Practice Linear Dimensions (DIMLINEAR Command) - 4.2.1 | Module 4: Annotation and Dimensioning | AutoCAD Basics
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Linear Dimensions (DIMLINEAR Command)

4.2.1 - Linear Dimensions (DIMLINEAR Command)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary purpose of the DIMLINEAR command?

💡 Hint: Think about what dimensions are typically used for.

Question 2 Easy

In what direction can you measure with the DIMLINEAR command?

💡 Hint: Recall how those directions relate to common objects.

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Question 1

What does the DIMLINEAR command measure?

Angles
Linear distances
Curved paths

💡 Hint: Think about what kind of measurements are common in design.

Question 2

True or False: The DIMLINEAR command can automatically update with changes in the associated geometry.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider whether the command directly ties dimensions to objects.

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Challenge 1 Hard

In a design project, you have several wall lengths to measure in a complex layout. Discuss how you would organize these dimensions effectively using the DIMLINEAR command.

💡 Hint: Consider grouping dimensions logically.

Challenge 2 Hard

You generated a set of dimensions using DIMLINEAR, but later found many of the dimensions are too close to other elements. Explain how you would fix this issue without starting over.

💡 Hint: Think about your options in the properties of the dimension.

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