Question 3
3. (a) State three differences between a positive and a negative working plate.
(b) (i) What are lithographic surface printing plates?
(ii) Name two types of coating used for lithographic printing plate covering.
(c) Name three base materials used for the production of short-run lithographic plate.
(d) List two tools used for stripping in platemaking workshop.
Observation
Candidates’ performance was satisfactory. However, candidates could not adequately answer question 3(d).
Solution
The expected response to question 3(d) is as follows:
(d) Tools used for stripping in platemaking workshop
- Stripping knife - Steel rule
- T- square - Pair of scissors
- Magnifying glass - Tape dispenser