Basics of robotics and automation MCQs December 24, 2025November 20, 2024 by u930973931_answers 20 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/20 Subscribe 1. What is the primary purpose of robotics? (A) To replace humans in all tasks (B) To perform tasks that are repetitive or dangerous for humans (C) To enhance communication systems (D) To increase human creativity 2. Which of the following is a key characteristic of an automated system? (A) Requires continuous human supervision (B) Relies entirely on human input (C) Has no sensors or feedback systems (D) Performs tasks with minimal human intervention 3. What is the main difference between robotics and automation? (A) Robotics involves machines that perform physical tasks, while automation involves software-driven tasks (B) Automation always requires human intervention, while robotics does not (C) Robotics is only used for industrial applications, while automation can be applied in all fields (D) Automation involves both software and machines, while robotics only uses software 4. Which of the following is NOT a major component of a robot? (A) Actuators (B) Sensors (C) Control system (D) Database management system 5. What is the role of actuators in a robot? (A) To process sensory data (B) To store information about tasks (C) To control the motion of the robot (D) To provide power to the robot 6. Which sensor would typically be used to help a robot avoid obstacles? (A) Temperature sensor (B) Humidity sensor (C) Pressure sensor (D) Proximity sensor 7. Which type of robot is used to perform complex surgeries with precision? (A) Industrial robots (B) Medical robots (C) Service robots (D) Autonomous mobile robots 8. Which of the following is an example of a mobile robot? (A) A robotic arm used in manufacturing (B) A robot designed to perform surgeries (C) A drone that can navigate and perform tasks autonomously (D) A robot designed to clean floors in a factory 9. Which type of robot is commonly used for welding and assembly tasks in industries? (A) Articulated robot (B) Humanoid robot (C) Autonomous robot (D) Collaborative robot (Cobot) 10. What is the function of the robot’s control system? (A) To monitor the robot’s power consumption (B) To provide physical motion to the robot (C) To store and process all external data (D) To collect data from sensors and make decisions based on programmed instructions 11. Which type of control system is used when a robot’s movements are directly controlled by an operator? (A) Open-loop control (B) Manual control (C) Closed-loop control (D) Autonomous control 12. What is an example of a closed-loop control system in robotics? (A) A robot that performs tasks without any feedback from its environment (B) A robot arm with sensors that continuously monitor its position and adjust its movements (C) A robot that operates based solely on pre-programmed instructions (D) A robot that requires a human operator for each decision 13. Which of the following is a benefit of automation in manufacturing? (A) Increased production speed and efficiency (B) Reduced quality control (C) Increased human workforce (D) Greater dependency on manual labor 14. Which of the following is an example of automation in everyday life? (A) A smartphone with manual operation (B) A robot vacuum cleaner (C) A manually operated washing machine (D) A hand-operated coffee grinder 15. What is a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) used for in industrial automation? (A) To manually control machines (B) To program robots to perform specific tasks (C) To store data about sensor readings (D) To monitor and control automated processes in industries 16. How does artificial intelligence (AI) contribute to robotics? (A) It allows robots to perform repetitive tasks without error (B) It enables robots to learn from experiences and make decisions autonomously (C) It reduces the need for sensors in robots (D) It improves the mechanical components of robots 17. Which of the following AI techniques is commonly used in robotics for decision-making? (A) All of the above (B) Genetic algorithms (C) Rule-based systems (D) Neural networks 18. Which of the following allows a robot to perceive its environment and respond accordingly? (A) Machine learning (B) Data processing alone (C) Remote control (D) Vision systems and sensors 19. In which field are robots commonly used to perform hazardous tasks, such as bomb disposal or exploring space? (A) Agriculture (B) Retail (C) Education (D) Defense and security 20. Which of the following tasks is best suited for an automated system in the agricultural industry? (A) Cooking meals for farm workers (B) Monitoring soil moisture levels and controlling irrigation (C) Planting and harvesting crops by hand (D) Interacting with customers in farm markets