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If the 6th division of the vernier scale coincides with a main scale division, the vernier reading is:

 [Take least count = 0.1 mm]

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RRB ALP 2025 CBT 2 Mechanic Motor Vehicle Question Paper (28-Jul-2026) (Shift 1)
The correct answer is

0.6 mm

To determine the vernier reading when the 6th division of the vernier scale coincides with a main scale division, we start by understanding the Vernier Caliper's principle. The Vernier Caliper includes two scales: the main scale and the vernier scale. The measurement combines readings from both scales.

The least count of a Vernier Caliper is given by:

\(\text{Least Count (LC)} = \text{Value of one main scale division} - \text{Value of one vernier scale division}\)

In this problem, the least count is provided as 0.1 mm.

The formula for vernier reading is:

\(\text{Vernier Reading} = n \times \text{Least Count}\)

Where \( n \) is the vernier scale division that coincides with the main scale division.

Here, the 6th division coincides; thus, substituting \( n = 6 \) into the formula gives:

\(\text{Vernier Reading} = 6 \times 0.1 \, \text{mm} = 0.6 \, \text{mm}\)

Therefore, the correct option is 0.6 mm.

Conclusion: When the 6th division of the vernier scale coincides with a main scale division, the vernier reading is 0.6 mm.

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