Question 4
(4) (a) Describe the operations involved in producing type page by monotype mechanical system.
(b) State the main function of each of the following tools used in mechanical composition:
(i) setting stick;
(ii) mitring machine.
(c) List six tools used in composition room
Observation
The candidates that made attempt on this question number only failed to show required understanding of Mechanical Composition .
(b) (i) Setting Stick is used to assemble types for printing
(ii) Mitring Machine is a machine used for beveling the sedge of lead during hand composition