Robotics and Automation MCQs

1. What is the main purpose of robotics?
(A) Painting and sculpting
(B) Automating tasks with minimal human intervention
(C) Sending emails faster
(D) Improving smartphone battery life

2. What is an actuator in a robot?
(A) A sensor for measuring temperature
(B) A mechanical device that moves or controls a system
(C) A software application
(D) A backup memory unit

3. Which of the following is NOT a type of robot?
(A) Industrial robot
(B) Humanoid robot
(C) Virtual robot
(D) Social media bot

4. What is automation?
(A) Manual handling of processes
(B) Repeating tasks using human labor
(C) Use of control systems to operate equipment with little or no human help
(D) Hiring more workers

5. Which programming language is widely used in robotics?
(A) HTML
(B) Python
(C) CSS
(D) PHP

6. What is the role of sensors in robots?
(A) To store data
(B) To process code
(C) To detect physical changes in the environment
(D) To print documents

7. What is meant by “AI in robotics”?
(A) Animating robots
(B) Adding entertainment features
(C) Using artificial intelligence to make robots smarter and adaptable
(D) Using magnets for movement

8. What industry heavily uses automation for repetitive tasks?
(A) Agriculture
(B) Education
(C) Manufacturing
(D) Journalism

9. What is a disadvantage of automation?
(A) Higher productivity
(B) Reduced cost over time
(C) Job displacement for certain roles
(D) Improved precision

10. Which component serves as the brain of a robot?
(A) Actuator
(B) Battery
(C) Controller
(D) Sensor